April 28, 2025, Minutes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
APRIL 28, 2025
DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
MARION, STATE OF OREGON,APRIL 28, 2025
CONVENED The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Lonergan presiding.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Lonergan Present
Councilor Cantu Present
Councilor Cornwell Present
Councilor Schaub Present
Councilor Grijalva Present
Councilor Wilk Present
Staff Present: City Administrator Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Assistant City Administrator
Row, Economic Development Director Johnk, Special Projects Director Wakely, Community
Development Director Kerr,Public Works Director Stultz,Police Chief Millican, Community Services
Director Cuomo, Assistant City Attorney Killmer, Public Affairs and Communications Manager
Guerrero, Finance Director Turley, Community Relations Manager Herrera, Senior Planner Cortes,
City Recorder Pierson
WARD I VACANCY
Mayor Lonergan read a statement from Lilia Brizuela resigning her position as City Councilor in Ward
1. Mayor Lonergan thanked her for her work on the Council.
Mayor Lonergan announced that there is currently a vacancy and that he has compiled a shortlist of
potential candidates. He expressed appreciation to Councilor Cantu for her involvement in the process.
Mayor Lonergan stated that he intends to present a nominee at the next meeting and will seek the
Council's favorable approval to move forward.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Lonergan announced that the Cinco de Mayo celebration, traditionally hosted by Chemeketa,
will take place in Woodburn this weekend—Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. He extended an invitation
to the residents of Woodburn and surrounding communities to attend and enjoy the festivities
celebrating local culture.
Mayor Lonergan also announced that the second regular Council meeting in May falls on Memorial
Day and as a result, that meeting will be canceled. The May 12' meeting will be the only Council
meeting in May.
PRESENTATIONS
Liberty House Thank You to the Woodburn Police Department—Cameron Wolfer,Assistant Chief
Executive Officer with Liberty House and the Marion County Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Team
Coordinator,and Alison Kelley,CEO of Liberty House,provided a presentation recognizing the strong
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partnership between the Woodburn Police Department and Liberty House. They expressed deep
gratitude for the department's leadership, collaboration, and dedication to child safety,which played a
key role in Liberty House receiving national accreditation earlier this year from the National Children's
Alliance. In appreciation, Liberty House presented Police Chief Millican and the Woodburn Police
Department members with a framed award to formally thank them for their continued service and
partnership in protecting vulnerable children.
Promotion of Ben Ward—Mayor Lonergan noted that the promotion of Ben Ward has been moved
and will now take place at a June 9, 2025, City Council Meeting.
Highway 99E Pedestrian Safety Project (ODOT) — Jenna Berman with ODOT provided a
presentation on the Woodburn Urban Design Verification Study, which focuses on assessing the need
for new crossings and sidewalks to enhance safety along the 99E corridor. She reported that the team
has completed a review of the corridor's background and needs and has identified potential
improvements. The study is now entering the community feedback phase. Initial recommendations for
improvements were presented. Public engagement efforts will include an online survey running from
April 29 to May 16, 2025, in-person outreach during the Chemeketa Cinco de Mayo Festival on May
4, 2025, and targeted outreach to local businesses and the transit district.
Darcy Ruef and Mark Bigej, 1220 N. Pacific Highway, expressed concerns regarding the proposed
placement of crosswalks on Highway 99E, noting that the installation may negatively impact their
business by interfering with vehicle access for both cars and trucks entering and exiting the property.
Farmworker Housing Development Corporation (FHDC) — Carmen Fernandez, FHDC Housing
Development Manager, and Jorge Alvarado, Programs and Asset Building Manager, provided a brief
overview of FHDC, including its origins, a summary of its mission and services, a list of current
properties under management, and the supportive services offered to residents. Carmen Fernandez
discussed the Young Street project and noted that the site is considered ready for development with
existing infrastructure,and they aim to apply for OHCS funding,though details are still being finalized.
Current plans for a 94-unit complex will be revised to meet OHCS standards, including adjustments to
unit sizes and a likely reduction of studio units, which are difficult to rent at lower income levels. She
added that FHDC specializes in two-and three-bedroom family units and is also considering including
transitional housing, similar to their Salem project for domestic violence survivors. She added that she
anticipates that the Young Street project will take approximately two to two and a half years from
funding application.
City Administrator Derickson clarified that, by consensus, the City Council supports moving forward
with signing an agreement the City Attorney will prepare that formalizes site control and outlines the
City's role in the project and that the full project proposal will be brought back to the Council for formal
approval before any further action is taken.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Woodburn City Council minutes of April 14, 2025,
B. Acceptance of a Public Utility Easement at 1776 Newberg Highway (Tax Lot 05lWO7CB08300),
C. Monthly Financial Report.
Motion: Schaub/Cantu... approve the consent agenda as presented.
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The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, Grijalva, and Cantu
voting "aye." [5-0]
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 funding closeout for Emergency Housing
Assistance program
Mayor Lonergan declared the hearing open at 8:17 p.m. for the purpose of hearing public input on the
Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 funding closeout for Emergency Housing
Assistance program. Special Projects Director Wakely provided a staff report. Community Relations
Manager Herrera and Community Services Director Cuomo provided information on how the funds
were used. Director Wakely added that the City received a clear monitoring report from Business
Oregon. Mayor Lonergan asked if any member of the public wished to speak in support of the
Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 funding closeout for Emergency Housing
Assistance program. No members of the public wished to speak in support. Mayor Lonergan asked if
any member of the public wished to speak in opposition to the Community Development Block Grant
COVID-19 funding closeout for Emergency Housing Assistance program. No members of the public
wished to speak in opposition. Mayor Lonergan closed the hearing at 8:25 p.m.
Annexation of Approximately 32.2 Acres of Territory Known as the SchwenkeNezey Property
with no street address along the east side of S.Boones Ferry Rd south of Iris Street(ANX 24-02)
and Approval of Related Land Use Applications for the Mill Creek II Subdivision
Mayor Lonergan declared the hearing open at 8:25 p.m. for the purpose of hearing public input on the
annexation of approximately 32.2 acres of territory known as the SchwenkeNezey Property with no
street address along the east side of S. Boons Ferry Rd south of Iris Street(ANX 24-02)and approval
of related land use applications for the Mill Creek II Subdivision. Mayor Lonergan asked if there were
any declarations from the Council and there were none. City Recorder Pierson read the public hearing
statement. Senior Planner Cortes provided a staff report. For the applicant Hayden Wooten, Senior
Land Use Planner with Emerio Design thanked staff for the report and that he was available for any
questions.Harlan Borow with Icon Construction and Development provided an exhibit to City Council
and explained his concerns with the median. There was discussion on where the median would be
located and whether it would be continuous. Mayor Lonergan asked if any member of the public
wished to speak in support of the annexation of approximately 32.2 acres of territory known as the
SchwenkeNezey Property with no street address along the east side of S. Boons Ferry Rd south of
Iris Street(ANX 24-02)and approval of related land use applications for the Mill Creek II Subdivision.
No members of the public wished to speak in support. Mayor Lonergan asked if any member of the
public wished to speak in opposition to the annexation of approximately 32.2 acres of territory known
as the SchwenkeNezey Property with no street address along the east side of S. Boons Ferry Rd south
of Iris Street (ANX 24-02) and approval of related land use applications for the Mill Creek II
Subdivision. No members of the public wished to speak in opposition. Mayor Lonergan closed the
hearing at 8:47 p.m.
Motion: Schaub/Wilk... tentatively approve the land use applications with the conditions that the
Planning Commission recommended, directing staff to prepare and submit ordinances and a final land
use decision for consideration at the next City Council meeting.
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On roll call vote the Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk,
Grijalva, and Cantu voting "aye." [5-0]
CALL-UP BRIEFING: PUBLIC ARTS AND MURAL COMMITTEE APPROVAL OF THE
BISON ANTIQUUS ART PROJECT (PAMC 2025-01)
The Council declined to call this item up.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
The City Administrator reported the following:
• Thanked City Council and the Budget Committee members for attending the budget meeting
on Saturday.
• Woodburn Clean-up took place on Saturday and there were 110 volunteers.
• Today marked the first round of interviews for our police chief candidates. We aim to
complete the review and interview process within the next two weeks or so.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilor Wilk stated that City staff are a pleasure to work with.
Councilor Cantu stated that the budget meeting went well and thanked staff for a job well done on the
budget.
Councilor Grijalva stated that she appreciates all the learning that is taking place for her over the last
few months.
Councilor Schaub commended staff for their excellent work on the budget. She also provided an update
on a recent meeting she and Councilor Wilk had with the City's lobbyist. Additionally, she spoke with
the lobbyist earlier today regarding the legislative forecast as it relates to the ongoing budget process.
One item of note discussed was Senate Bill 916, which proposes providing unemployment benefits to
union strikers.
City Administrator Derickson stated that he also spoke with Zach Reeves about one particular bill that
dealt with land use carve outs for UGB that supports housing and he will update the legislative
committee on that.
Councilor Cornwell asked Community Development Kerr how many more housing units we are going
to build.
Community Development Director Kerr answered that we are going to keep seeing construction of
units but we are filling up in terms of residential land.
Councilor Cornwell stated that on May 13t` at 6:00 p.m. Operation Lifesaver organization will be
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providing a workshop on railroad safety.
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Mayor Lonergan stated that the City received notice that our UGB was accepted.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... move to adjourn.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, Grijalva, and Cantu
voting "aye." [5-0]
Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
APPROVED X2
FRANK LON GAN, MAYOe
ATTEST 41"
Ee'Wt—her Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
MARION, STATE OF OREGON, FEBRUARY 24,2025
CONVENED The meeting convened at 6:45 p.m. with Chair Lonergan presiding.
ROLL CALL
Chair Lonergan Present
Member Cantu Present
Member Cornwell Present
Member Schaub Present
Member Brizuela Present
Member Grijalva Present
Member Wilk Present
Staff Present: City Administrator Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Special Projects Director
Wakeley, Community Development Director Kerr, Community Services Director Cuomo, Economic
Development Director Johnk, Public Affairs and Communications Manager Guerrero, Finance Director
Turley,Public Works Director Stultz, Police Chief Millican, City Recorder Pierson
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Urban Renewal Agency minutes of October 28, 2024.
Motion: Schaub/Cantu... adopt the Consent Agenda.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Members Schaub, Brizuela, Grijalva, Cornwell, Wilk, and
Cantu voting"aye." [6-0]
URG#2025.01 —211 N. First Street I E. Marquez
Economic Development Director Johnk provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Wilk... approval for the Building Improvements Program Grant Application
(Program) from the owner of the property located at 211 N. First Street, Enrique Marquez
(Applicant), in the amount of $2,645; 50% of the overall cost for the replacement of the
dilapidated garage door and repair of the window with a total project cost of$5,290.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Members Schaub, Brizuela, Grijalva, Cornwell, Wilk, and
Cantu voting "aye." [6-0]
Economic Development Director Johnk provided an update on the fountain stating that the new tiles
have been installed and they are just waiting for a plumber to come fix the valve. She also discussed
downtown window conditions and enforcement of the 50% window coverage rule per the Woodburn
Development Ordinance. The effort is part of an Urban Renewal project in coordination with the
Planning Department,with a focus on improving compliance and strengthening business relationships.
Economic Development Director Johnk provided members a copy of the revised Building Improvement
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Program Guidelines.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Cornwell/Schaub... move to adjourn.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Members Schaub, Brizuela, Grijalva, Cornwell, Wilk, and
Cantu voting "aye." [6-0]
Chair Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
APPROVED
FRANK LONYkGA9, CHAIR',,/
ATTEST Ly om
Heather Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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