Salem City Council Meeting Preview Summary: April 13, 2026

Executive Session

No executive session is scheduled.

1. Opening Exercises

1.1 Approval of Additions and Deletions to the Agenda.

1.2 Council and City Manager Comment

Opportunity for Councilors and the City Manager to provide brief remarks on City initiatives, community events, or policy matters.

1.3 Proclamations

1.3a - Dark Sky Awareness Month

Recognizes April as Dark Sky Awareness Month.
• Raises awareness of light pollution impacts on wildlife, human health, and energy use.
• Encourages community actions to reduce unnecessary outdoor lighting and preserve night sky visibility.

1.3b - National Library Week 2026

Recognizes the vital role of libraries in education, digital access, and lifelong learning.
• Highlights library services including literacy programs, workforce resources, and community programming.
• Celebrates library staff and their contributions to equitable access to information.

1.3c - Qing Ming Day 2026

Recognizes Qing Ming Day, a traditional observance honoring ancestors.
• Acknowledges cultural heritage and community traditions within Salem's diverse population.
• Promotes cultural awareness and inclusivity across the community.

1.4 Presentations

1.4a - Qing Ming Day 2026 Presentation

Overview of Qing Ming Day traditions and local observances. Highlights local observances and community engagement. Supports cultural recognition and education efforts.

2. Public Comment

Members of the public may provide comments on agenda items not scheduled for a public hearing or Council deliberation.

3. Consent Calendar

3.1 Meeting Minutes

3.1a - March 23, 2026, Draft City Council Minutes

Regular meeting minutes presented for approval.

3.2 Resolutions

3.2a - Adopt Resolution 2026-9 - Salem Natural Floodplain Functions Plan and Floodplain Species Assessment.

Identifies priority floodplain species and ecological conditions in the Salem area.
• Establishes strategies to support habitat conservation, restoration, and long-term ecological health.
• Provides a policy framework to guide future planning and environmental stewardship decisions.

3.2b - Adopt Resolution 2026-10 - Ferry Street Wastewater Pump Station Easements

Declares public need and intent to acquire temporary and permanent easements.
• Supports replacement of aging infrastructure exceeding 60 years in service.
• Improves system reliability, capacity, and resilience for wastewater services.

3.2c - Adopt Resolutions 2026-12 and 2026-13 - McGilchrist Street SE Corridor Improvements

Authorizes acquisition of additional easements needed for project completion.
• Supports transportation improvements including center turn lane, traffic signals, lighting, drainage, and multi-modal facilities.
• Advances a major capital project improving safety and connectivity in southeast Salem.

3.3 Action Items

3.3a - Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County - Stormwater Facilities

• Establishes long-term maintenance responsibilities for developer-built stormwater infrastructure.
• Clarifies jurisdictional roles between the City and Marion County.
• Ensures proper operation and maintenance of stormwater systems within county right-of-way.
• Supports regulatory compliance and infrastructure sustainability.

3.3b - Lease Agreement - Chemeketa Parkade (Closet Revamp)

• Authorizes lease of vacant City-owned commercial space in downtown Salem.
• Activates underutilized property and supports small business operations.
• Includes annual lease terms with renewal options.
• Contributes to downtown vitality and economic activity.

3.3c - Purchase and Sale Agreement - Evergreen Avenue NE Properties

• Authorizes acquisition of two adjacent properties totaling approximately 0.95 acres.
• Funded through federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) resources.
• Properties are adjacent to previously acquired City-owned land.
• Supports future affordable housing development and site assembly strategy.

3.3d - Acceptance of Resignation - SHA Resident Commissioner

• Accepts resignation of Resident Commissioner Heather Villegas.
• Formally declares the resident commissioner position vacant.
• Initiates process for future appointment to ensure continued representation.

4. Public Hearings

4.a - Annexation and Zone Change - 2170 Walker Rd NE / 4893 Sunnyview Rd NE

• Annexation of approximately 18.91 acres into the City of Salem.
• Applies multiple zoning designations including RS (Single Family), RA (Residential Agriculture), and RM-II (Multi-Family).
• Includes Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to support multi-family housing on a portion of the site.
• Withdraws property from Marion County Fire District No. 1 and East Salem Sewer and Drainage District.
• Supports future residential development and urban growth planning.

5. Special Orders of Business

There are no special orders of business.

6. Information Reports

6.a - Conditional Use Permit - 5175 Foxhaven Ct SE

• Approval of a short-term rental within an existing single-family dwelling.
• Confirms compliance with applicable land use and zoning requirements.

6.b - Conditional Use Permit - 930 Winter St NE

• Approval of a short-term rental within an existing single-family dwelling.
• Supports regulated expansion of short-term rental opportunities.

6.c - Council Appointments to Advisory Committees

• Appointment of Councilor Paul Tigan to the Safe Streets for All Action Plan Advisory Committee.
• Appointments of Councilors Linda Nishioka and Shane Matthews to the OR-22 Pedestrian Overcrossing Planning Study Advisory Committee.
• Committees will provide policy guidance on transportation safety and infrastructure planning initiatives.

7. Ordinances

7.1 First Reading- None scheduled.

7.2 Second Reading

7.2a - Ordinance Bill No. 5-26 - Annexation and Zone Change - 5524 Skyline Rd S

• Annexation of approximately 1.94 acres into the City.
• Includes Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to Multi-Family Residential.
• Zone change to RM-I to allow multi-family development.
• Withdraws property from the Salem Suburban Rural Fire Protection District.
• Supports housing development and urban growth objectives.

8. Public Comment

Members of the public may address the Council on matters other than agenda items.