March 9, 2026, minutes COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 9, 2026
DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
MARION,STATE OF OREGON,MARCH 9,2026
CONVENED The meeting convened at 7:01 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 Manager Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Assistant City Manager Row,
Community Development Director Kerr, Special Projects Director Wakeley, Police Chief Millican,
Community Services Director Cuomo, Public Affairs and Communications Manager Guerrero,
Economic Development Director Johnk,Community Relations Manager Herrera, City Recorder Pierson
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilor Cantu made the following announcements:
• Fridays on Front — March 13, 5:00-7:00 PM, Bungalow Theatre: Art exhibit "Wandering
Through Gaelic Country" by Linda Chatfield, Emerald Path Scavenger Hunt, and a viewing of
the Woodburn American Dreams video series.
• Connect North Marion—March 18,4:00-7:00 PM,4910 Brooklyn Rd.,Brooks: Resource event
for starting, growing, and supporting businesses.
• 2026 Oregon Heritage Conference—April 29—May 2, Woodburn: Theme: Stories, Culture, and
Place: Weaving Community. Registration is open; early-bird pricing ends March 20.
• Woodburn School District Updates (March)
- March 10: Band Concert, 6:00 PM, Woodburn High School.
- March 12: Valor Middle School Winter Concert, 7:00 PM.
— March 12: District STEM Festival, 6:00 PM,Nellie Muir Elementary.
- March 18-19: School conferences (no school).
- March 20: Conference comp day (no school).
- March 23-27: Spring break.
Mayor Lonergan noted that St. Patrick's Day is next week and encouraged the community to enjoy the
celebration.
Mayor Lonergan announced that at last week's Council of Governments annual banquet in Monmouth,
City Manager Scott Derickson received the Wes Kvarsten Professional Service Award recognizing his
decades of service, leadership, and commitment to high ethical standards in public service.
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MOMENT OF REFLECTION
In recognition of Women's History Month in Oregon,the Mayor acknowledged the many women in the
community who have contributed to Woodburn's history and success. The Mayor also highlighted
Woodburn native Stacy Allison,the first American woman to summit Mount Everest in 1988,noting her
accomplishments and continued connection to the Woodburn community.
PRESENTATIONS
Legislative Update — Zach Reeves, with CFM Advocates, reported that the recent 35-day legislative
session was largely successful, with minimal budget cuts despite state challenges, major investments
like funding for Moda Center renovations, and key policy decisions on tax code disconnection and
transportation funding. He also highlighted legislation impacting the City, including new statewide
regulations on automatic license plate readers and progress toward a one-time UGB expansion to support
over 600 new housing units, including affordable housing.
City Ordinance Review and Update - City Attorney Granum provided an overview of how ordinances
are enacted and compiled, shared an ordinance inventory with adoption and amendment dates, and
identified those recently updated or reviewed, those expected to be reviewed or updated in the next two
to five years, and those anticipated for review within the next 24 months.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
Robin Stalcup, 445 W. Clackamas Circle, provided a statistical handout to City Council and shared
comments on Flock camera data and the importance of evaluating their effectiveness.
Devon Freeland, 615 Fir St., expressed opposition to Flock cameras, citing concerns about safety,
privacy,and potential misuse,and urged the Council to remove the cameras and avoid future surveillance
programs without broad community consent.
Laura Cox, 3050 7 St.,Hubbard,raised concerns about Flock cameras contributing to fear and negative
mental health impacts within the community,and urged the Council to remove the cameras and reallocate
funding to other community needs.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Woodburn City Council minutes of February 23, 2026
B. New Development Activity for February 2026.
Motion: Schaub/Cantu... approve the consent agenda as presented.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Cantu, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and
Bravo voting"aye." 6-0]
CALL-UP BRIEFING: PUBLIC ARTS AND MURAL COMMITTEE APPROVAL OF THE
PLACEMENT OF PUBLIC ART ON THE AWARE FOOD BANK BUILDING LOCATED AT
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152 ARTHUR STREET (PAMC#2026-01)
The City Council declined to call this item up.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
The City Manager reported the following:
• Community Center construction is underway and progressing.
— Passed the first phase of the CDBG grant application with Marion County for $250,000
for furniture and equipment for the community center. It has advanced to HUD review.
— The Family Ford Foundation has awarded the City $20,000 for furniture and equipment
for the community center.
— The City has submitted a $1.8 million funding request through Senator Wyden for an
additional congressional earmark to support construction of a gymnasium.
— Representative Salinas legislation provided$250,000 for the City.
• Delegation attending National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D.C. to meet with
congressional representatives on funding and policy issues.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilor Schaub congratulated delegates going to Washington, D.C. and emphasized the value of
meeting representatives directly and that the experience is very rewarding.
Councilor Wilk noted Woodburn's growth and success in securing federal grants for housing and
emergency food services. He emphasized the role of community advocacy and thanked the folks who
came to speak at the meeting.
Mayor Lonergan acknowledged contributions from Renata, Jamie, Jim, Jesse, and others in helping get
funding for Woodburn.
Councilor Cantu stated that sending delegates to D.C. has paid off tenfold for the City. She added that
the 75th Annual DSA Awards event took place a few weeks ago and this year there were 37 past
recipients in attendance.
Councilor Cornwell asked for an update on the Flock cameras. City Attorney Granum answered that the
camera's remain powered off and will continue to be off until there is direction form the Council.
City Manager Derickson stated that the City has audited the flock data and released that to the public.
He added that the City will review the program once new state law and uniform regulations are
considered.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Cornwell/Schaub ... move to adjourn.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Cornwell, Cantu, Schaub, Wilk, Bravo, and
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Grijalva voting "aye." [6-0]
Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
APPROVED
FRANK.LONF/ AN, MAYOR
ATTEST 44JA IA /4
Heather Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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