Randy Rathert

The City Council meeting included a Summer Fun presentation and an annual presentation from the Chief Executive Officer of Visit McMinnville. Public hearings were held regarding the proposed uses of state revenue sharing funds and the approved city budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The consent agenda included the approval of several draft meeting minutes and a resolution to extend a contract for park and open space security services. Additionally, the Council received reports from councilors on committee and board assignments and department head reports.

The meeting focuses on the public hearing for the FY2026-27 approved Urban Renewal Agency budget as required by state statute. Following the hearing, the board is scheduled to consider Resolution No. 2026-04, which involves adopting the budget, making necessary appropriations, and declaring the tax increment for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposed budget includes major components such as the Alpine Avenue Improvements project, downtown master plan, 3rd Street Improvements, and a Property Assistance Program.

The commission reviewed a zone change and subdivision tentative plan for a residential project on SW Cypress Lane, addressing concerns regarding emergency access, traffic flow, and safety. Additionally, the commission discussed the Natural Resources Overlay and Management Program, covering riparian corridors, tree grove protection, and density transfer policies. A work session was also held to evaluate code amendments related to land use efficiency measures, focusing on residential zoning updates, minimum density requirements, and residential parking standards.

The City Council conducted a work session on emergency management followed by a regular meeting. Key agenda items included public hearings regarding revised sanitary sewer user fees and the sale of air easements between NW 25th Street and Tice Park. The Council considered resolutions to establish these revised sewer fees and to authorize the sale of air easements. Additionally, the Council addressed various departmental reports, a cash and investment report, and public comments concerning the city budget, specifically regarding the aquatic center and library operations.

This document provides an overview and summary of the Emergency Management Program for the City of McMinnville. It outlines the program's background, current status, and future direction following a departmental organizational shift. Key components include the Citywide Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Functional Support Annexes covering core capabilities, Incident Annexes for specific threats, an Elected Officials Guide for leadership, and Department Standard Operating Procedures for unified response. The program emphasizes basic operational readiness, developing new capabilities, and engaging in upcoming and future projects such as training, exercises, threat assessments, and community preparedness initiatives to ensure robust emergency response and resiliency.