Jeff Lee

This Urban Renewal Plan for the City of Brookings aims to eliminate blighting influences and implement local economic development objectives. Key focus areas include promoting private development, rehabilitating existing building stock, and improving infrastructure such as streets, streetscapes, open spaces, and utilities. The plan also addresses parking, public facilities, and housing, while supporting public art, signage, and overall economic vitality. It serves as a framework for the implementation of the Downtown Brookings Master Plan, with the goal of creating a vibrant and livable community.

The meeting proceedings included roll call and the pledge of allegiance. Key discussion items involved appointments, specifically Tyler Travis to the Parks and Recreation Commission and Ron Schneerson to the Planning Commission. A public comment was received regarding a fundraiser for Officer Dominguez. The council approved the consent calendar. A significant agenda item concerned the Curry County transfer and recycling rate increase request from CTR, resulting in the approval of a new rate schedule effective April 1, 2026. Additionally, the Mayor brought forward legislative information regarding Senate Bill 1585, which aims to standardize and cap matching funds required from small incorporated cities for state grants, and the council voted to support sending testimony affirming their support for this legislation. Finally, updates were provided on the status of Officer Dominguez's recovery and the League of Oregon Cities' policy development process.

The City Council meeting included the appointment of new members to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission. Key actions included the acceptance of the monthly financial report and the approval of a new rate schedule for refuse collection and recycling services with Curry Transfer and Recycling. Additionally, the Council approved the submission of a letter of support for Senate Bill 1585 and acknowledged a community fundraising effort for a police department employee.

This Economic Opportunities Analysis for the City of Brookings evaluates whether the city has sufficient employment land to meet projected growth from 2009 to 2029. The plan outlines anticipated employment growth primarily in service and retail sectors targeting tourists and retirees, as well as in small-scale industrial businesses. Key strategies focus on providing an adequate supply of varied employment sites, encouraging high-amenity commercial redevelopment in downtown, supporting local businesses, and attracting retirees. The analysis concludes that the city can accommodate its land needs without urban growth boundary expansion by leveraging site assembly, redevelopment, small industrial park development, and master-planned and opportunity sites.

The agenda for the upcoming meeting includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair, a presentation from Kalmiopsis 4th graders, and discussions on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and Oregon Parks Forever. Additionally, the document contains minutes from a prior meeting covering discussions on park maintenance updates, including restroom repairs, park improvements, and tournament schedules.