March 9, 2026, Agenda FRANK LONERGAN,MAYOR
CITY OF WOODBURN ORLANDO BRAVO,COUNCILOR WARD I
MARK WILK,COUNCILOR WARD II
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA JEN CANTU,COUNCILOR WARD III
SHARON SCHAUB,COUNCILOR WARD IV
MARY BETH CORNWELL,COUNCILOR WARD V
MARCH 9, 2026- 7:00 P.M. ALMA GRIJALVA,COUNCILOR WARD VI
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS-270 MONTGOMERY STREET
1. CALL TO ORDER AND FLAG SALUTE
2. ROLL CALL
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND APPOINTMENTS
Announcements:
A Thursday evening March 5th. Scott Derickson received the highly
coveted Wes Kvarsten Professional Service Award due to being a
leader in local government administration with nearly three decades
of distinguished service.
Appointments:
None.
4. COMMUNITY/GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS
None.
5. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Proclamations:
None.
Presentations:
A. Legislative Update
B. City Ordinance Review and Update
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6. COMMUNICATIONS
None.
7. BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC - This allows the public to introduce items for Council
consideration not already scheduled on the agenda.
8. CONSENT AGENDA - Items listed on the consent agenda are considered routine
and may be adopted by one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion
at the request of a Council member.
A. Woodburn City Council minutes of February 23, 2026 1
Recommended Action: Approve the minutes.
B. New Development Activity for February 2026 5
Recommended Action: Approve the minutes.
9. TABLED BUSINESS
None.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
11. GENERAL BUSINESS - Members of the public wishing to comment on items of
general business must complete and submit a speaker's card to the City Recorder
prior to commencing this portion of the Council's agenda. Comment time may
be limited by Mayoral prerogative.
None.
12. OTHER BUSINESS
None.
13. PLANNING COMMISSION OR ADMINISTRATIVE LAND USE ACTIONS - These are
Planning Commission or Administrative Land Use actions that may be called up
by the City Council.
A. Call-Up Briefing: Public Arts and Mural Committee Approval of the 6
Placement of Public Art on the AWARE Food Bank Building located at
152 Arthur Street (PAMC #2026-01)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends no action and briefs the
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Council on this item pursuant to Public Arts and Mural Ordinance 2555
Section 9.C. The Council may call up this item for review if desired and,
by majority vote, initiate a review of this decision.
14. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
15. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
16. EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
17. ADJOURNMENT
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 23, 2026
DATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
MARION, STATE OF OREGON, FEBRUARY 23, 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 Present
Councilor Bravo Present
Councilor Grijalva Present
Councilor Wilk Present
Staff Present: City Manager Derickson, City Attorney Granum, Community Development Director
Kerr, Human Resources Director Gregg, Finance Director Turley, Special Projects Director Wakeley,
Deputy Police Chief Shadrin, Community Services Director Cuomo, Assistant City Attorney Killmer,
Public Affairs and Communications Manager Guerrero, Public Works Director Stultz, Library Manager
Jansen, City Recorder Pierson
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Lonergan reflected on the following:
• The Mayor recognized the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson, noting his fight for peace and his
many contributions to the country.
• The Mayor recognized the recent groundbreaking at Settlemier Park and thanked city staff for
their work. He highlighted the pool renovation, new community center, and Settlemier Park
improvements as major investments to downtown's future. He acknowledged concerns about tree
removal, noting that experts evaluated the site and preserved trees where possible, with some
removals necessary. He added that more than 60 new trees will be planted.
PRESENTATIONS
Quarterly Investment Report—Finance Director Turley introduced the City's investment advisor, Ryan
Kacher, with PFM Asset Management, who provided an update on the City's market and investment
strategy.
Woodburn Public Library: 2024-2025 Year in Review — Library Manager Mike Jansen provided
information on the services the library provided during 2024-2025.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Woodburn City Council minutes of February 9, 2026,
B. Monthly Financial Report for January 2026,
C. Liquor License Application for Daisy's Bar and Grill,
D. Traffic Enforcement Report—November 2025 through January 2026.
Councilor Grijalva requested clarification that Daisy's Bar is located at the former Rumors site and that
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FEBRUARY 23, 2026
the change involves ownership only. Deputy Chief Shadrin stated his understanding that the previous
owner's daughter will be the new owner and that the former owner is prohibited from involvement in
the business under Oregon Lottery requirements.
Motion: Schaub/Bravo... approve the consent agenda as presented.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
COUNCIL BILL NO.3297-A RESOLUTION APPROVING REFERRAL TO THE ELECTORS
OF THE CITY OF WOODBURN AN ADVISORY QUESTION ON WHETHER THE CITY
COUNCIL SHOULD CONSIDER PASSING LEGISLATION TO IMPLEMENT 20-MPH
SPEED LIMIT ZONES ON LOCAL STREETS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS; ADOPTING A
BALLOT TITLE AND EXPLANATORY STATEMENT; AND AUTHORIZING ALL STEPS
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION
Schaub introduced Council Bill No. 3297. City Recorder Pierson read the bill by title only since there
were no objections. City Manager Derickson and City Attorney Granum provided a staff report. On roll
call vote for final passage,the bill passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva,Wilk,Bravo, Cornwell,
and Schaub voting"aye" [5-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3297 duly passed.
COUNCIL BILL NO. 3298 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WOODBURN AND
THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES
(AFSCME)LOCAL 642 FOR A CONTRACT BEGINNING JULY 1,2025,AND ENDING JUNE
30, 2027
Schaub introduced Council Bill No. 3298. City Recorder Pierson read the bill by title only since there
were no objections. City Manager Derickson and Assistant City Attorney Killmer provided a staff report.
On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously with Councilors Grijalva, Wilk, Bravo,
Cornwell, and Schaub voting"aye" [5-0]. Mayor Lonergan declared Council Bill No. 3298 duly passed.
AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 ADA CURB RAMP RETROFIT
PROJECT
Public Works Director Stultz provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... award the construction contract for the 2026 ADA Curb Ramp Retrofit
Project to the lowest responsible bidder, Civil West Construction LLC, in the amount of$97,967.63 and
approve an additional $40,000 for this project as a contingency for change orders that may arise during
construction.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
COMMUNITY CENTER EVENT SPACE NAMING ADOPTION AND NAMING RIGHTS
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FUNDING AGREEMENT
Community Services Director Cuomo provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... approve the proposed name for the Mill Creek Community Center Event
Space (Burlingham Community Hall) and authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement
with Burlingham Trust Inc. for the naming rights.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE POLICE STATION UPGRADES
PROJECT
Public Works Director Stultz provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Cornwell... award the construction contract for the Police Station Upgrades Project
to the lowest responsible bidder, KNL Industries Inc, in the amount of $296,215.15 and approve an
additional $40,000 for this project as a contingency for potential change orders that may arise during
construction.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
PHASE II-AWARD A CONTRACT FOR 100% DESIGN FOR THE EVERGREEN ROAD
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS AT STACY ALLISON WAY, W HAYES STREET, AND
HARVARD DRIVE PROJECT TO HARPER HOUF PETERSON RIGHELLIS INC (HHPR)
Public Works Director Stultz provided a staff report.
Motion: Schaub/Bravo... award a contract for 100% design work for the Evergreen Road Intersection
Improvements to Stacy Allison Way, W Hayes Street, and Harvard Drive project to Harper Houf
Peterson Righellis Inc. (HHPR) in the amount of$735,112.96 and authorize the City Manager to sign
the contract.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
The City Manager reported the following:
• Reported significant legislative activity related to land use and housing policy, noting the City is
actively engaged.
• Announced that a delegation will attend the National League of Cities Conference in mid-March,
with Councilor Grijalva participating.
• Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments annual meeting on March 5, at Western Oregon
University, noting Woodburn will receive recognition and that one seat remains available.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
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Councilor Wilk announced that Liberty House will present an update on their facility and the work they
are doing in Woodburn, at the Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. Thanked staff for their
work on initiatives supporting community livability and safety.
Councilor Schaub expressed her appreciation for City staff and leadership.
Councilor Cornwell thanked the Mayor for addressing concerns about tree removal and acknowledged
the necessity due to design plans.
Mayor Lonergan thanked Councilor Wilk for bringing up Liberty House and added that they are a true
asset to Woodburn. He also thanked staff for their legislative work and recognized Councilor Wilk for
his work during the short session. He added that he attended the groundbreaking of Heartwood
Assisted Living.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Cornwell/Schaub ... move to adjourn.
The Motion passed with the following vote: Councilors Grijalva, Schaub, Cornwell, Wilk, and Bravo
voting "aye." [5-0]
Mayor Lonergan adjourned the meeting at 8:22 p.m.
APPROVED
FRANK LONERGAN, MAYOR
ATTEST
Heather Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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City of Woodburn New Development Activity
February-'26
New
Single
Family Residential New
Total Home Building Permit Commercial Building Housing
Month Permits Permits Valuation Permit Valuation Total Permit Valuation Units
February'20 23 0 $ 3,000 $ 460,574 $ 650,805 0
February'21 56 23 $ 5,977,527 $ 105,041 $ 6,418,866 23
February'22 93 33 $10,327,314 $ 3,637,688 $ 14,365,404 57
February'23 67 14 $ 4,481,063 $ 13,460,299 $ 18,388,620 14
February'24 68 20 $ 6,226,738 $ 1,478,329 $ 8,279,505 20
February'25 65 27 $ 9,749,460 $ - $ 10,236,927 27
February'26 45 10 $ 3,792,261 $ 3,975,500 $ 9,234,825 10
Fiscal Year Totals(July'25-February'26)
2019-2020 269 12 $ 3,115,039 $ 11,722,899 $ 17,654,487 12
2020-2021 378 84 $22,391,636 $ 7,262,210 $ 32,817,414 84
2021-2022 603 178 $50,952,788 $ 482,594,143 $ 548,098,002 382
2022-2023 540 43 $14,556,684 $ 72,385,999 $ 91,325,685 343
2023-2024 533 73 $24,523,302 $ 59,154,000 $ 87,789,138 412
2024-2025 636 241 $83,316,318 $ 60,780,725 $ 149,539,144 421
2025-2026 477 135 $45,179,252 $ 35,984,595 $ 85,691,181 135
*Mechanical,demolishion,alarm and sprinkler permits not included in this report
July- February New Hourshig Units
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TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council through City Manager
FROM: Jamie Johnk, Economic Development Director
Chris Killmer, Assistant City Attorney
SUBJECT: Call-Up Briefing: Public Arts and Mural Committee Approval of the
Placement of Public Art on the AWARE Food Bank Building located at
152 Arthur Street (PAMC #2026-01)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends no action and briefs the Council on this item pursuant to
Public Arts and Mural Ordinance 2555 Section 9.C. The Council may call up this
item for review if desired and, by majority vote, initiate a review of this decision.
BACKGROUND:
The Public Arts and Mural Committee held a public hearing on February 25,
2026, and unanimously approved Application No. PAMC 2026-01 for the
placement of a mural (public art) on the south side of the AWARE Food Bank
building (152 Arthur Street), as presented by staff.
The Public Arts and Mural Committee seeks to identify opportunities to install
public art in locations that would support the committee's mission of facilitating
the creation, placement and funding of public art projects that inspire and
delight the visitors and community members of Woodburn.
The Committee provided concept directions to the artist on the design and style
of the proposed project, resulting in the mural as approved.
Testimony at the hearing was received, as follows:
Ian Dixon-McDonald, of AWARE food bank testified on behalf of the Applicant.
He stated that he appreciated the longstanding cooperation between the City
and AWARE and that AWARE is excited for the project to move forward.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The Urban Renewal Agency has allocated funding for public art through the
Public Arts and Mural Committee for FY 2025-26 budget, and the Committee has
committed funding to this project in an amount not to exceed $20,000.
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