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January 12, 2026, minutes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 129 2026 DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF MARION, STATE OF OREGON,JANUARY 12,2026 CONVENED The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Lonergan presiding. ROLL CALL Mayor Lonergan Present Councilor Cantu Absent Councilor Cornwell Present Councilor Schaub Absent Councilor Bravo Present Councilor Grijalva Present Councilor Wilk Present Staff Present: City Administrator Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Assistant City Administrator Row, Community Development Director Kerr, Human Resources Director Gregg, Special Projects Director Wakely, Senior Planner Handel,Police Chief Millican,Community Services Director Cuomo, Public Affairs and Communications Manager Guerrero, Finance Director Turley, Assistant City Attorney Killmer, Community Relations Manager Herrera, Community Outreach and Education Coordinator Uder, City Recorder Pierson ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lonergan announced the following: City Hall and the Library will be closed on January 19,2026, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Transit will operate from 9am-3pm. The French Prairie Kiwanis annual Chili Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, January 24, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at the Estates at the Golf and Country Club Auditorium. Admission is $5. He issued a letter last week regarding federal immigration operations in Woodburn and that it had been shared on the City's social media and also provided to local media. He then read the letter into the record. Woodburn Fire will be conducting a live fire training exercise at 294 Oak Street, Woodburn, on Saturday, January 17, 2026. BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC Mayor Lonergan announced that the Flock camera program is suspended indefinitely, the Police Department continues its duties with accountability, the City participates in the state sanctuary program,and$30,000 has been allocated to support families affected by ICE activity. He also reported that the City received eight letters,which were submitted and entered into the record. Page 1 - Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 129 2026 Maria R., Ward 5, stated that she opposes use of Flock security cameras, citing unnecessary surveillance and fear in the immigrant community. She called for a local sanctuary resolution,non- collaboration with ICE, increased community resources, and immediate City Council action. Nia, Ward 5, described fear and trauma caused by ICE activity and surveillance and lack of police protection for immigrant residents. Demanded termination of Flock cameras,transparency, accountability, and stronger protections for vulnerable community members. Alexis, Ward 2, requested complete removal of Flock cameras, stating they invade privacy through Al surveillance and contribute to fear in the community. Leo M. Called for removal of ICE involvement and protection of families. Alexia, spoke as a student and youth leader about anxiety and trauma among students due to ICE activity. Demanded removal of Flock cameras and support for immigrant families. Cindy R.,testified as a community health worker regarding community-wide trauma and fear. Urged permanent end to Flock cameras, citing surveillance misuse and violations of sanctuary principles. Valeria(Young St.) stated that she is a case manager for migrant workers and shared experiences of migrant families living in fear and avoiding work, school, and healthcare. Called for permanent removal of Flock cameras, stronger sanctuary protections,police accountability,transparency, and emergency funding. Samual M. read a poem dedicated to migrant mothers. Emi, stated that surveillance, ICE activity, and lack of action have created constant fear. Demanded permanent termination of the Flock camera program,police accountability, clear identification, and public transparency. Alondra stated that she is a community health worker and spoke on the long-term mental and physical health impacts on families. She added that she supports demands for ending Flock cameras, sanctuary protections,police accountability,transparency, and emergency funding. Alex Sosa, spoke on behalf of Latinos Unidos Siempre in solidarity with Centro De Servicios Para Campesinos. They stated that they oppose Flock cameras, citing risks to immigrant residents, and they support sanctuary policies,police accountability, and emergency funding. Debbie Cabrales,Executive Director of Centro De Servicios Para Campesinos, described widespread fear,unsafe ICE activity, and economic harm. Demanded permanent end to Flock cameras, binding sanctuary ordinance,police enforcement of traffic laws,transparency, and immediate distribution of emergency funds. Sal Ramirez, Executive Director of the Health Equity Coalition, stated the City is failing residents by allowing surveillance and ICE-related harm. Called for permanent removal of Flock cameras, binding sanctuary ordinance,police accountability, and full transparency. Page 2 - Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 129 2026 Max G.A. requested clear, enforceable commitments from the City, including permanent non- reactivation of Flock cameras, continued funding support, and direction to the police department to prioritize protection of residents rather than cooperation with federal immigration agents. Ira Cuello-Martinez spoke on behalf of Oregon's Farmworker Union and described widespread fear caused by surveillance and immigration enforcement. Urged the City to end use of Flock cameras, ensure police transparency and accountability,pass a binding sanctuary ordinance, and provide full transparency regarding data use and federal requests. Irene R., a youth leader with Latinos Siempre, called for permanent removal of Flock cameras, transparency, and alignment with community demands and noted the harm to immigrant families and youth caused by surveillance and immigration enforcement. Isabella G. described fear, anxiety, and stress experienced by students due to family separation and surveillance. Requested permanent termination of Flock cameras and allocation of emergency funds to support families with basic needs. Oscar Morales asked for elected officials as representatives of everyone in Woodburn to speak with all honesty about how much they can truly do and what they can't do. Dmitry White encouraged permanent suspension of the Flock camera system and termination of the City's contract, citing lack of trust in federal enforcement, documented rights violations, and the importance of community trust over surveillance tools. Maria Erika Guevara spoke about fear and discrimination experienced by citizens because of the color of skin. She requested transparency, clear rules, and protections for community members who live,work, and contribute to the City. Leslie, shared personal experiences of harassment and fear related to advocacy and protest activity and expressed support for continued peaceful demonstrations and urged accountability from businesses and institutions interacting with protestors. Mayor Lonergan thanked the speakers for sharing and called for a 7-minute break. PRESENTATIONS Zoraya Uder, Community Outreach and Education Coordinator, provided City Councilors with an update on youth programming, parent education courses, and the current status and progress of the Woodburn Teen Court program. Mayor Lonergan stated that he would like to have a joint workshop with the school board in the next few months. CONSENT AGENDA A. Woodburn City Council minutes of December 8, 2025, B. Woodburn City Council Executive Session minutes of December 8, 2025, C. Traffic Enforcement Report for September through November 2025, Page 3 -Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 12, 2026 D. New Development Activity for December 2025, E. IGA Marion County Radio Project. Motion: Grijalva/Cornwell... approve the consent agenda as presented. The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and Grijalva voting "aye." [4-0] PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing to consider input on Annexation of Approximately 72.67 Acres of Territory at 1505 Boones Ferry Rd NE and Approval of a Large Lot Subdivision (ANX 25-01, SUB 25-03, ZMC 25- 01). Mayor Lonergan declared the hearing open at 8:51 p.m. for the purpose of hearing public input on Annexation of Approximately 72.67 Acres of Territory at 1505 Boones Ferry Rd NE and Approval of a Large Lot Subdivision(ANX 25-01, SUB 25-03,ZMC 25-01). Mayor Lonergan asked if there were any declarations from the Council. City Recorder Pierson read the public hearing statement. Senior Planner Handel provided a staff report. Staff noted that concerns raised by the Woodburn School District would be addressed during future development review. Harlan Barow, Land Development and Acquisitions Manager for Icon Construction, provided testimony on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Barow spoke in support of the annexation application and thanked staff for their collaboration. He noted the owner's agreement to include the triangular parcels east of the railroad tracks and dedicated right-of-way for the future southern arterial roadway. He also raised a request regarding city taxation of the triangular parcels, which staff indicated is governed by county and state processes.He added that Icon expects to submit a subdivision application within three to six months, with construction anticipated in 2027 or 2028. Mayor Lonergan asked if any member of the public wished to speak in support or opposition of the Annexation of Approximately 72.67 Acres of Territory at 1505 Boones Ferry Rd NE and Approval of a Large Lot Subdivision(ANX 25-01, SUB 25-03, ZMC 25-01).No members of the public wished to speak. Mayor Lonergan closed the hearing at 9:36 p.m. Motion: Cornwell/Bravo... tentatively approve the Mill Creek III application package (ANX 25-01, SUB 25-03, & ZMC 25-01) with the conditions recommended by staff in the staff report, and direct staff to prepare and submit ordinances, an annexation agreement, and a final land use decision for consideration at the next City Council meeting. On roll call vote the motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and Grijalva voting"aye." [4-0] COUNCIL BILL NO. 3293 - AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PLAN ("TSP") TO ACCOUNT FOR THE RECENT URBAN GROWTH Page 4 - Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 12, 2026 BOUNDARY("UGB")EXPANSION AND AMENDING THE WOODBURN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE ("WDO") RELATED TO THE INTERCHANGE MANAGEMENT AREA (IMA) (LA 23-01) Wilk introduced Council Bill No. 3293. City Recorder Pierson read the bill twice by title only since there were no objections. Community Development Director Kerr provided a staff report and noted that a packet of attachments, which were not included in the original meeting materials, was provided to City Councilors. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva, Wilk, Bravo, Cornwell voting "aye" [4-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3293 duly passed. COUNCIL BILL NO. 3294 — AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY TO VEST IN THE CITY MANAGER PURSUANT TO THE NEWLY ENACTED AMENDMENTS TO THE WOODBURN CITY CHARTER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Wilk introduced Council Bill No. 3294. City Recorder Pierson read the bill twice by title only since there were no objections. City Attorney Granum provided a staff report. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva, Wilk, Bravo, Cornwell voting "aye" [4-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3294 duly passed. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION,AND BOARD MEMBER APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES The Mayor reviewed the City's process for appointing volunteers to boards and committees, which includes recommendations, informal vetting through interviews and department head input, and Council approval. While this process has worked well historically, the Mayor suggested the Council consider whether additional screening or background checks might be appropriate to address potential future issues. Motion: Grijalva/Cornwell... table to the next meeting. On roll call vote the motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and Grijalva voting"aye." [4-0] COUNCIL BRIEFING OF PLANNING COMMISSION PARTIAL APPROVAL OF A MODIFICATION OF CONDITIONS APPLICATION (MOC 25-02) FROM MARION COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR"FARMDALE APARTMENTS"AT 1219& 1233 W LINCOLN STREET; ASSOCIATED WITH DR 25-02, PAR 24-03, VAR 25-03 APPROVED DECEMBER 11,2025 The Council declined to call this item up. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT The City Manager reported the following: • Community Center groundbreaking will take place February 13. • City Attorney is working on a legal opinion for City officials and staff. It should be done later this week and a copy will be made available to the public. • Woodburn is a sanctuary city under ORS 180 and must comply with state law. Local ordinances cannot conflict with or override state law, and the city is subject to state enforcement if it violates ORS 180. He added that the adoption of a sanctuary City ordinance would be Page 5 - Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 129 2026 redundant and cannot differ from state law. City Attorney Granum noted the following: • Under sanctuary state law, any city department receiving a federal immigration enforcement request must report it to the Oregon DOJs office. • Council members were reminded of the requirement to complete at least one public meetings law training during their term,with live webinar and in-person options available. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS Councilor Cornwell asked about the 2nd Friday event and Community Services Director Cuomo provided information on the Polar Express event. She asked if the Flock Cameras are still going to be covered and City Manager Derickson answered that the cameras are off and that the covers for the cameras have to be custom ordered to protect the equipment which would take time and expense. He noted that the City is working compiling the data from Flock and Council will be provided with a report. Councilor Cornwell asked where the $30,000 allocated to the community has gone and City Manager Derickson answered that they are working on an agreement with Willamette Valley Law Project, a nonprofit wing of PCUN for $25,000, and the City is in discussions with the Community Emergency Response Team for the other $5,000, to help with food boxes that can be distributed to nonprofits. Councilor Wilk stated that Aware Food Bank is the largest provider of food in Northern Marion County and within the Marion Polk food share system. He added that the state has provided some additional emergency food assistance,while federal support has faced challenges. Council Wilk reported that the City has contributed over $1 million in food assistance and City Manager Derickson announced the City was recently able to allocate another$423,000. Councilor Wilk also noted the high level of stress that the community is feeling right now. Mayor Lonergan wished everyone Happy New Year and thanked staff and Council for listening sincerely and caring about what we heard tonight from our community. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Cornwell/Bravo ... move to adjourn. The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Cornwell, Wilk, Bravo, and Grijalva voting "aye." [4-0] Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m. -� APPROVED FRANK LAERGAN, MA OR q ATTEST �yw Heather Pierson, City Recorder City of Woodburn, Oregon Page 6 -Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2026