Scappoose staff exploring options after Columbia Economic Team dissolves; council open to pursuing programs
Summary
City staff told council the Columbia Economic Team dissolved operations and staff by Dec. 31, 2025; Scappoose is exploring taking on some CET programs or moving grants to another host and will return with a formal proposal.
City Manager Ben Bergner told council that the Columbia Economic Team (CET) dissolved its staff on Dec. 31, 2025. Bergner said staff are working with CET leadership and county partners to identify options for moving CET programs and grants forward and that one proposal would involve the city hosting or administering some programs without adding city operating cost by taking over existing grants.
Bergner asked the council whether it was comfortable with staff continuing to vet options and told members he would return with a formal proposal once details — including grantor approvals and CET board consent — could be confirmed. Councilors asked for more background on CET services and funding; staff said they would provide documents and continue conversations with partners.
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