The committee discussed the quarterly investment portfolio, noting market impacts on interest rates and portfolio positioning. A budget-to-actual report for the first quarter was reviewed, with staff noting that operating funds are performing on track. The committee addressed a contingency transfer request to sustain the Police Department’s Behavioral Health Unit co-responder program following the expiration of federal grant funding. Other topics included updates on the city's timekeeping system, grant module implementation, and fraud prevention protocols. The document also contains minutes from the previous meeting, covering discussions on property tax assessment calculations and an introduction to the new City Manager.
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The council held a work session focused on the city's fleet purchasing process. Key discussion topics included the equipment replacement fund, the collaborative effort between departments in managing vehicle lifecycles, and the criteria for replacing equipment versus maintaining it based on usage and cost analysis. The council also reviewed procurement procedures, specifically regarding the use of state contracts and the city's buy local policy for vendor selection.
Sep 15, 2026·Board meeting
Gresham City Council Business Meeting
The council meeting included the issuance of proclamations for Latino Heritage Month and the 60th anniversary of Mount Hood Community College. Discussions featured the recognition of retiring city employees and local community members honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters. The council reviewed recent community events, including a 9/11 commemorative program and a police fundraiser. Public testimony focused on requests to modernize municipal chicken regulations and proposed strategies for supporting the local homeless population through improved access to resources and temporary shelter initiatives. The meeting also addressed items on the consent agenda.
Sep 1, 2026·Board meeting
Gresham City Council Business Meeting
The council meeting addressed several proclamations including National Preparedness Month and National Service Dog Month. Public testimony was received regarding illegal firework enforcement and support for council bill 1026 concerning massage business license regulations. The council approved the consent agenda, which included various contract awards and legislative project initiations, while tabling a vehicle purchase contract. Action was taken to approve the second reading of Council Bill 1026 to amend massage business license regulations. Additionally, the council received an update regarding the Gresham Parks 2035 Parks, Recreation, and Trails Plan.
