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November 10, 2025 minutes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY'OF MARION, STATE OF OREGON,NOVEMBER 10,2025 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 Absent Councilor Wilk Present Staff Present: City Administrator Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Assistant City Administrator Row, Community Services Director Cuomo, Community Development Director Kerr, Police Chief Millican, Assistant City Attorney Killmer, Special Projects Director Wakely, Public Works Director Stultz,Economic Development Director Johnk,Community Relations Manager Herrera,City Recorder Pierson ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilor Cantu announced the following: • City Hall and the Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veteran's Day. Transit Services will run 9:00 a.m. —3:00 p.m. • City Hall and the Library will be closed November 27 and 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Transit Services will be closed on November 27. • The City Council meeting scheduled for November 24,2025,has been canceled. The next City Council meeting will take place on December 8, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. • The Mayor's Tree Lighting is on December 6, 2025, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. with holiday crafts and photos with Santa at 4:00 p.m. at the library, followed by the tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. in the Downtown Plaza. A Sensory Santa option will be offered from 3:00-4:00 p.m. for families needing a quieter experience. • Community Education Programs: Ongoing Spanish-only offerings include the Diabetes Self- Management series on 11/12, 11/19,and 11/26; QPR Suicide Prevention on 12/01;and Vaping: Facts, Tips, and Resources on 12/03. Page 1 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Mayor Lonergan thanked all City employees who have served in the military, expressing personal gratitude as a veteran and pride in a son with 20 years of Army service. Appreciation was extended to all veterans, PROCLAMATION Mayor Lonergan read a proclamation designating November 2025 as Small Business Month, encouraging residents locally and nationwide to support small businesses throughout the month, on Small Business Saturday (November 30, 2025), and year-round. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Lonergan recognized Sharon Schaub and Kristi St.Amant for their years of service on the Public Art and Murals Committee. Mayor Lonergan recognized Jamie Johnk for receiving the Oregon Economic Development Association Impact Award. Mayor Lonergan recognized the City and Jamie Johnk for receiving the Oregon Economic Development Association Award for the American Dream Video Series. BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC Carmen (Ward 1- Downtown Business Owner): Expressed concerns about low business volumes caused by ICE activity. Businesses are not making enough to pay expenses and would like the City to help somehow. Joanna(Ward 6): Called on the City to advocate for and protect immigrant families,highlighting residents' contributions and the fear caused by family separations. Jazz: Shared her experience as an immigrant, emphasizing fear in the community and urging the City to take action to protect children and families affected by ICE activity. Marlin(Ward 5): Urged the removal of Flock security cameras, called for police to stop collaborating with ICE, and requested a sanctuary resolution and additional resources for affected families. Lydia Contreras: Described the emotional impact of ICE raids on students, families, and educators, and requested City action to create a safer, supportive community environment. Nia(Ward 6): Urged the City to protect immigrant residents by adopting a local sanctuary policy, allocating resources for affected families, ensuring police department accountability, and removing Flock security cameras. Ira Guela Martinez(Ward 2): Representing PCUN Oregon's Farmworker Union, Martinez described the impact of ICE raids on immigrant families, including fear and economic hardship, and urged the City to declare a local state of emergency, adopt a sanctuary resolution, support affected families, hold police accountable, and end Flock surveillance cameras. Page 2 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 Kathleen (Salem): Asked the City to protect residents from ICE activity by adopting a sanctuary resolution, ensuring police non-cooperation with federal enforcement, overseeing Flock cameras, and supporting immigrant families while upholding civil rights. Elise Gross (Salem): Spoke on the shared concerns of Latino communities in Salem and Woodburn. She described the fear and trauma caused by ICE raids, criticized local police for inaction, and urged the City to seek legal remedies, hold ICE accountable,protect civil rights, and take proactive steps to safeguard the community. Leslie Medina: Spoke on the impact of ICE raids on residents' ability to work and access services. She called for accountability for ICE vehicle concealment, urging the City and police department to implement safe identification measures and advocate for stronger protections. McKayla(Ward 3): Shared personal experiences discussing immigration and racial profiling with her young child. She highlighted community fear and questioned the City's social media statements of solidarity, urging the Council, Mayor, and police department to take concrete actions to protect and support the immigrant community. Alex: Urged Woodburn to protect residents from ICE raids, declare a state of emergency, adopt a local sanctuary resolution, fund impacted families and support organizations, audit police cooperation with federal agencies, and end Flock camera use. Sydney: Highlighted the trauma to children and families from ICE raids, calling for resources, legal support, advocacy, ending Flock cameras, an independent audit, a state of emergency, and a local sanctuary resolution. Valeria Coronado: Shared experiences of migrant workers, urging protection of families and removal of Flock cameras to prevent fear and harassment. Javier Ceja: Shared concerns about people with status also being taken by ICE to Tacoma and then being released in Tacoma. He suggested that the City pay for their transportation back to Woodburn and a meal voucher. Griselda Escott: Stated that as a business owner the past few months and weeks have been difficult and that there are no sales, no one wants to stop by downtown because of what is happening. She added that families are living in fear due to ICE actions and urged City authorities to protect and support the entire community. Mayor Lonergan acknowledged community fears regarding recent ICE actions and emphasized the City's commitment to ensuring safety. He noted that the police have never worked with ICE agents and they will always respond to 911 calls. City officials have met with the school superintendent, the Mexican consulate, and Congresswoman Salinas' office to explore ways to support affected community members. Looking to have a town hall in Woodburn with Attorney General Rayfield. Councilor Bravo thanked everyone for their testimony and that they have his support. Page 3 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 Councilor Schaub expressed empathy for their situation and appreciation to everyone for attending tonight. Councilor Wilk thanked all those that came tonight and that it is going to be a fight. He added that he shares their pain and their outrage and that the outcomes of current efforts remain uncertain, but work is ongoing behind the scenes to identify ways to better protect all community members, Councilor Cantu stated that she is heartbroken over what is happening, affirmed that the community is being heard, and committed to supporting and attending local workshops and town halls. Councilor Cornwell expressed frustration over recent events, emphasized support for students and residents, highlighted the importance of calling 911, and encouraged the community to remain strong and united. City Administrator Derickson stated that he is very concerned over targeting people based on race, language, and location, and stressed Woodburn's community values and respect for rights. He also noted his concerns about federal agents' behavior, and emphasized the importance of sharing stories to raise awareness and inspire positive change. PRESENTATIONS (cont.) Republic Services—Assistant City Administrator Row noted that the City received Republic Services' annual report and invited the team to present an overview of their work in Woodburn and support for community events. He added that Assistant City Attorney Killmer has been leading the extensive effort to update the City's franchise agreement with Republic Services and a new agreement is expected to come before the Council early next year. Cindy Rogers, Municipal Relationship Manager with Republic services and Travis Comfort, Municipal Contract Administrator with Republic Services provided information on the essential services that they provided for the City of Woodburn in 2024. CONSENT AGENDA A. Woodburn City Council minutes of October 13, 2025, B. Woodburn City Council Executive Session minutes of October 13, 2025, C. Monthly Financial Report for September 2025, D. Traffic Enforcement Report—July through September 2025, E. Traffic Enforcement Quarterly Report. Motion: Schaub/Cantu... approve the consent agenda as presented. The Motion passed with the following vote. Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo voting "aye." [5-0] COUNCIL BRIEFING OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF A TYPE III PRELIMINARY PARTITION & VARIANCE APPLICATION FOR 1036 & 1100 E LINCOLN STREET (PAR 25-02 & VAR 25-05) The Council declined to call this item up. BRIEFING ON THE TYPE II STAFF APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION REQUEST FOR Page 4 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 APPROVED DESIGN REVIEW, STREET EXCEPTION, AND VARIANCE APPLICATION PACKAGE FOR "WOODBURN APARTMENTS" AT 119 N. PACIFIC HWY (DR 22-05, EXCP 22-07, & VAR 22-06) The Council declined to call this item up. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT The City Administrator reported the following: - Discussed impacts of the disrupted SNAP payments on approximately 5,059 Woodburn households and proposed short-term support to local food-assistance partners and recommended a one-time $20,000 contribution to Love Santa to increase food provided in holiday boxes; a one-time $5,000 contribution to the Lutheran Church meal program to help meet rising demand; and an additional$10,000 to Love INC to raise the City's utility- assistance benefit per household from $300 to $500. He reported that the City applied for and received a one-time $417,000 state block grant for the AWARE Food Bank, The Mayor requested Council authorization to implement these contributions within the existing budget. Motion: Wilk/Schaub... authorize the City Administrator to proceed with the recommended one- time contributions to local food-assistance and utility-assistance programs,using available funds within the existing budget. The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cantu, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo voting "aye." [5-0] - Ongoing efforts to provide community resources, including posting the Attorney General's immigration toolkit in English and Spanish on the City website. Staff and the police department are reviewing roles and responsibilities, including verifying the identity of federal agents in response to concerns about impersonation. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS Councilor Wilk expressed concern for community members and stressed the importance of taking their requests seriously and communicating the City's actions clearly. He proposed holding a forum, such as a work session, to review and respond promptly, including considering an emergency declaration. Councilor Cantu concurred with Councilor Wilk, stating that she is willing to take action and implement solutions, including gestures that show the City's care for the community. Councilor Cornwell noted the community is seeking answers and greater transparency about City actions, citing mixed feedback from a recent social media post. She added that there is an upcoming Second Friday open mic event downtown where people can come tell stories about their history in Woodburn. She noted that she was at Ray of Hope Thrift Store and that there were volunteers from a leadership group called Upward Bound and praised it as a positive example of youth engagement. She also stated that she heard good things about the Trunk or Treat and Dia de los Muertos events. Councilor Bravo stated that he attended the Trunk or Treat and Dia de los Muertos events and praised the baile folkl6rico and the mariachi band. He noted that he concurred with earlier remarks regarding Page 5 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 the community's concerns and added that supporting residents remains a priority to him, despite limitations on what the City can do. Councilor Schaub stated that she concurs with what's been said and that we should let the community know what we are trying to do. She also reported attending the Liberty House Harvest event, praising the program and its collaboration with local law enforcement to support children in the community. Mayor Lonergan stated that he and Councilor Cantu attended the Love INC fundraiser which was well attended. He also participated in a career day at Lincoln Elementary and thanked staff and Council for their work on the recently approved City Charter, which takes effect January 1 and provides improved guidance moving forward. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Lonergan entertained a motion to adjourn into executive session under the authority of ORS 192.660 (2)(h) and ORS 192.660 (2)(f). Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... move into executive session under the authority of ORS 192.660 (2)(h) and ORS 192.660 (2)(f). The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo voting "aye." [5-0] The Council adjourned into executive session at 9:29 p.m. and reconvened at 10:28 p.m. Mayor Lonergan stated that no action was taken by the Council while in executive session. In response to the discussion that occurred previously in the meeting Mayor Lonergan proposed that the Council establish a subcommittee, including Councilors Schaub and Wilk,to collaborate with staff in developing plans and strategies to address community needs, and to report back to the full Council with their recommendations. The City Council was in favor of this proposal. Mayor Lonergan stated that after discussion the City finds that the Flock System may be questionable, he asked for a motion to suspend that for a period of time. Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... authorize the city administrator to suspend the Flock camera system for at least 60 days. The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo voting "aye." [5-0] City Administrator Derickson stated that starting tomorrow,we will suspend the operation of the flock camera system and staff will report back to the City Council in about 60 days on a recommendation on how to proceed with the system. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Cornwell/Schaub... move to adjourn. The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo voting Page 6 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 2025 "aye." [5-0] Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 10:30 p.m. APPROVED FRANK UVERGAN, M, OR ATTEST Heather Pierson, City Recorder City of Woodburn, Oregon Page 7 - Council Meeting Minutes,November 10, 2025