Ontario City Council Work Session Minutes
The City Council Work Session included a presentation from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce regarding tourism marketing and economic development efforts. A public hearing was held for the closing of a CDBG residential housing rehabilitation grant, highlighting successful home repairs for low-to-moderate income residents. Key agenda items included making appointments to various city boards and commissions, approval of past-due abatement accounts for collection, and authorizing a contract for the new city splash pad project. Additionally, the Council approved revisions to the Business Loan Fund, boundary changes for the Malheur County Enterprise Zone, and fee increases for youth recreational sports and lien searches. The Council also conducted executive sessions regarding litigation and labor negotiations, resulting in the approval of a contract renewal with the Ontario Police Officer's Association.