September 8, 2025 minutes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
MARION, STATE OF OREGON, SEPTEMBER 8,2025
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 Bravo Present
Councilor Grijalva Present
Councilor Wilk Present
Staff Present: City Attorney Granum, Assistant City Administrator Row, Special Projects Director
Wakely, Community Development Director Kerr, Community Services Director Cuomo, Police Chief
Millican, Finance Director Turley, Public Works Director Stultz, Deputy Police Chief Shadrin,
Community Relations Manager Herrera, Public Affairs and Communications Manager Guerrero,
Executive Legal Assistant Bravo
APPOINTMENTS
Motion: Schaub/Cantu... appoint Marsha Merrifield to Position IV on the Woodburn Recreation and
Parks Board.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and
Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell ... appoint Isis Robles to Position VII(Student Member)on the Woodburn
Library Board.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and
Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Lonergan stated that we had the great pleasure of celebrating our Fiesta Mexicana in August,
which was a tremendous success. He added that he was honored to ride on a float alongside
Representative Salinas and several members of our court,including the Queen,all of whom represented
our community with pride and enthusiasm. He noted that he spoke with the Grand Marshal, Reyna
Lopez, who shared how proud she was to participate and represent Woodburn in such an important
role. Mayor Lonergan thanked the Chief and all the staff who helped organize the parade and guided
us along the proper route.
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Assistant City Administrator Row stated that this year's Fiesta was highly successful, with around
25,600 attendees, and participation of over 70 soccer teams and 40 pickleball teams. Despite initial
concerns the City's full investment paid off,with strong community support and positive feedback. He
acknowledged Jesse, Maricela, Yanira, the finance department and other volunteers for their roles in
making Fiesta a continued success. He noted that with construction at the Aquatic Center site staging
for the parade will require changes.
PROCLAMATIONS
Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation— Mayor Lonergan read a proclamation declaring September
15 through October 15 as Hispanic, Latino, and Indigenous Heritage month and encouraged all to join
in the observation and participate in events that celebrate the rich heritage and culture.
PRESENTATION
Woodburn Police Department Promotion Ceremony
• Police Chief Millican provided the Oath of Office to newly promoted Lieutenant Adam Stewart.
• Police Chief Millican provided the Oath of Office to newly promoted Sergeant Nick Wilson
Mayor Lonergan called for a 15-minute recess.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Woodburn City Council minutes of August 11, 2025
B. Woodburn City Council Executive Session minutes of August 11, 2025
C. Liquor License Application Flores Mini Market LLC.
D. Traffic Enforcement Report—May Through July 2025
E. Utility Assistance Program—Funding
F. IGA with the City of Mt. Angel
G. New Development Activity—August 2025.
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... approve the consent agenda as presented.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and
Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
COUNCIL BILL NO. 3287 - AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE
WOODBURN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE RELATED TO FLOODPLAIN
PROTECTIONS (LA 25-01)
Schaub introduced Council Bill No. 3287. Executive Legal Assistant Bravo read the bill twice by title
only since there were no objections. Community Development Director Kerr provided a staff report.
On roll call vote for final passage,the bill passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva, Wilk, Bravo,
Cornwell, Cantu and Schaub voting"aye" [6-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3287 duly
passed.
COUNCIL BILL NO. 3288 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2433 (MASTER
FEE SCHEDULE) TO MODIFY AND UPDATE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT -
PLANNING DIVISION FEES, PUBLIC WORKS FEES, AND PUBLIC RECORDS FEES;
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AND REPEALING ALL FEES AND CHARGES THAT ARE INCONSISTENT WITH THIS
ORDINANCE; AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Schaub introduced Council Bill No. 3288. Executive Legal Assistant Bravo read the bill twice by title
only since there were no objections. City Attorney Granum, Community Development Director Kerr
and Public Works Director Stultz provided a staff report. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill
passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva, Wilk,Bravo, Cornwell, Cantu and Schaub voting"aye"
[6-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3288 duly passed.
SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY LOCATED ON GATCH STREET
Assistant City Administrator Row provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... authorize the City Administrator to enter into a purchase and sale
agreement and execute all documents necessary to transfer the title of City owned property located on
Gatch St (tax lot 05 1 W18AA04400) to Ana Iris Ruiz (50%), and Esmerelda Rios and Fernando Rios
(50% as tenants in common) by means of a Statutory Warranty Deed.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and
Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
The Assistant City Administrator reported the following:
— A Disc Golf course has opened in Legion Park. The project was funded by Rotary.
— Aquatic Center is now closed. Some classes have been relocated,including a deep-water fitness
class at the Molalla Aquatic Center with transportation provided for those attending the evening
fitness class,and many participants can attend at no cost through Medicare programs like Silver
Sneakers and Silver& Fit. Yoga has been relocated to the library.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilor Cornwell reminded people that kids are back in school.
Councilor Bravo stated that he participated in the Park Renaming Committee meeting.
Councilor Wilk stated that he is proud to live in the largest Latinx community in the state and for all
the positive contributions they make.
Mayor Lonergan noted that the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations will be taking place on Friday,
September 12, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Downtown Plaza which will include a showing by
local artist, Brenda Valentin Bravo, at the museum
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Grijalva/Cornwell ... move to adjourn.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and
Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
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Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 8:14 p.m.
APPROVED ' `
FRANK 1,041GAN, MAY
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ATTEST
Heather Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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