Melanie Correa

The council meeting included a community discussion regarding a scheduled executive session. A public hearing was held concerning an ordinance amendment to rezone 2.06 acres from Light Industrial to Central Mixed Use. Additionally, the agenda featured the annual report on Community Development department activities and a proposal for a work order to upgrade the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for water and wastewater infrastructure.

The council meeting included a community discussion regarding the selection of Boutique Air for an airport contract, a proposal for a year-round aquatic center, and a request regarding the city's relationship with a local advocacy group. National Public Works Week was acknowledged, and the council addressed items on the consent agenda including procurement of chemical supplies for the wastewater treatment facility and the appointment of a member to the Housing Committee. Additionally, the council reviewed an audit and corrective action plan and conducted a first reading of an ordinance to rezone property from Light Industrial to Central Mixed Use. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding a performance evaluation.

The council meeting addressed several key business items, including the nomination of a city as a WWII Heritage City and the approval of grant conditions for facilities improvements. Actions were taken to approve a SCADA Master Plan and a battery energy storage system project. A public hearing was held regarding a temporary moratorium on marijuana retail licenses, which was enacted. Discussions also covered amendments to the responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and the establishment of a Housing and Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Committee. Additional business included awarding contracts for trench backfill rock and asphalt patching, approving a land lease for the Pendleton Sports Center, and extending a professional services agreement for hydrogeologic services.

The Pendleton City Council's Strategic Plan for 2025-2028 aims to improve the City of Pendleton through strategic goal-setting and action plans, based on community input. The plan is structured around four priority areas. Key priorities identified include addressing homelessness/unhoused individuals, improving infrastructure, boosting economic growth, ensuring public safety, and addressing the high cost of housing. This plan will guide the City's priorities and decisions in the coming years.

The council meeting addressed several key business items, including the swearing-in of police department officers and a public hearing on an ordinance amending the responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission. The council approved bids for the Byers Well Improvement project and the North Main asphalt grind and overlay project. Additionally, the council received annual reports from the Arts Commission and the Solid Waste Advisory Program, approved the initiation of commingled recycling services in compliance with Senate Bill 582, and awarded a marketing contract for economic development, airport, and UAS range initiatives. The meeting concluded with an adjournment to an executive session.