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City staff said the mayor requested reimbursement for July Jubilee ambassadors’ lunches; because the mayor’s daughter is one of the ambassadors, the city attorney advised that the mayor would need to declare a conflict if present. The attorney also said with the mayor absent the remaining four council members could act. An administrative speaker explained the item is unbudgeted and must be presented publicly to maintain transparency; one councilor argued the $100 expense could be found in the budget.

On public works, staff said a contractor will begin work that may require nighttime operations on Mead Street and associated water-line work, subject to council permission to conduct night work within city limits. Public-works staff also reported three water leaks being repaired the same day on Newmark, Pony Slough Road and Fifth Street; staff described the breaks as signs of aging infrastructure.

Why it matters: The reimbursement request raised questions about conflict-of-interest rules for elected officials and transparency when family members benefit from city funds. The night-work request affects residents who live near the planned repairs, and water-line breaks can disrupt traffic, damage streets and require emergency repairs.

Less critical details: The city attorney reminded councilors that any direct family benefit tied to an official’s position can trigger an ethics complaint unless disclosures are made and the official recuses. Public-works staff noted the water board has been replacing tanks and raising rates over time and that the city lacks the same long-term financing. Councilors were told they would be notified before disruptive construction starts.

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Library Director Haley said the furnishings are for meeting and conference rooms used for library programs and public use and that the city obtained a quote \"from South Coast office, in the amount of $22,198 for those furnishings.\" A councilor confirmed the purchase had already been budgeted.

City staff also briefed the council on the Urban Renewal Agency’s role in the library renovation. An administrative speaker said the city and the URA have worked to secure grants and URA funds for the project and that all taxing authorities except the school board have voted to raise the URA's maximum indebtedness. That administrative speaker said the school board vote is scheduled for Feb. 6 and described the vote as critical to allow the URA to continue funding projects in the plan.

Why it matters: The furnishings are part of the library's planned reopening after renovation, and the URA funding decision affects whether the agency can continue to support downtown projects, including the library building. City staff said the school board participation would not cost the district money because of the state's funding formula, but several school-board members have expressed personal opposition, the administration said.

Less critical details: City staff said the library contract with the library district requires the city to provide and maintain the building, and that library staff worked with the Urban Renewal Agency to seek grant funds that offset URA expenditures.

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Finance Director Jeff told the council the proposed budget will be provided to members in May and listed key dates to note: a proposed budget delivery around May 9, first and second budget committee hearings in May, and a planned adoption at the June 10 council meeting.

On fees, Jeff said the council is scheduled to receive public comment on proposed city fee increases that are limited by a charter provision to the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. \"We have increased the city fees by 2 and a half percent, which is the amount that Social Security raised, their amounts, for 2025. So we're in line with that,\" Jeff said. He added that the city removed certain OLCC fees from its schedule because state rules set the allowable charge.

Why it matters: The charter provision cited prevents the city from creating new fees or raising existing fees by more than the Social Security COLA; staff said they are following that limitation after a 2019 lawsuit that affected how the city sets fees. The council will receive the full proposed budget during the timeline set by staff, and adoption is scheduled for the June council meeting.

Less critical details: Jeff said the budget proposal will use the Social Security COLA as the baseline for unrepresented employee COLA recommendations. He also noted most internal calendar milestones are designed to meet statutory and internal deadlines and that the city will post and solicit public comment as required.

Article provenance: See transcript excerpts that introduce the budget-calendar and fee-hearing discussion.","Finance Director Jeff presented a timeline for development and adoption of the fiscal 2026 budget and announced a public hearing on proposed city fee increases tied to the Social Security COLA of 2.5%.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6697452,"North Bend fire chief details vehicle upgrades, grant funding and need for new ladder truck",767,177000,944000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2626852-377302d43805d4f87cc65f4397e6f2c2&start=177&end=944","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2626852-377302d43805d4f87cc65f4397e6f2c2/thumbnail_177000.jpg","/articles/6697452/North-Bend/Coos-County/Oregon/North-Bend-fire-chief-details-vehicle-upgrades-grant-funding-and-need-for-new-ladder-truck","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6697452-1b0dfb94056fc35c50b434cc8394b972/orig.mp4?Expires=1771152197&Signature=WjjpwzgEqC5xiHALfCHEi1jKoVvbM-kgWxoFCp1k3MZVxLUZDHZsKzJWW88QsSu6qUyWgdeAGgHRHeUuRSRl3Eijg0lCMlLp9kQm6w1MeYRnb~hpQ1devjAPTC-BDgl87qec-wwuM4hwBJ-miKY~v8W4HNO0YVc-81eQib3ldH-NJsmjtxpDVOWw7F5GSaEcX~XJhcgOMdqCi~RPzWtUYlrCfk~qEsSGj~PU2jzvoAOXqm-j5tNqaqf8aU42Qc-u8r0i5BgDBv9utydUT22yY-21zPi466hFrDf~-UlvwfvHWKon3w4kL2b-C8AqOhPcNyM8tRsrE~I8afJu2TZRJA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The North Bend Fire Department told the City Council on July 27 that recent equipment purchases and mitigation projects reduced maintenance costs and fires, but the department still needs outside funding or partnerships to replace an aging ladder truck.

Fire Chief Jim presented the department's annual report, saying the city received two new rapid-response vehicles and two staff vehicles last year and that \"all of these vehicles were purchased using the federal funds, the ARPA funds. So, there was no local tax money spent for any of these 4 vehicles that we talked about.\" He added that the department’s equipment maintenance expense ‘‘dropped 74% from last year at the same time,\" and fuel costs declined about 11% year over year.

The report said the rapid-response trucks carry about 300 gallons of water, are four-wheel drive and are more maneuverable than the larger apparatus. The department also described expanding wildland mitigation and defensible-space projects across city-owned and adjacent properties, including work near a million-gallon water tank on Lincoln Street, Simpson Park, Pony Creek Road and areas behind Bi-Mart and Pony Village Mall.

Why it matters: The department credited those mitigation projects and the newer, smaller vehicles with lowering call costs and limiting wildland fires in the places where brush was removed. Chief Jim also said the department and volunteers continue public-education work — from school visits to fire-extinguisher training — that officials say helps reduce incident frequency.

But the department said replacing its aerial ladder truck is a major funding challenge. \"We are actively looking at trying to replace our aging ladder truck, which was built in 1994. The estimate cost for any ladder truck now is $1,700,000,\" Chief Jim said. He noted earlier estimates had been much lower in prior years and that the department is pursuing grants and partnerships to avoid depleting city reserves.

City staff and council members praised the department’s grant work. An administrative speaker told the council the department and city have brought in more than $1 million in grant funds since 2020 and reported about $725,000 in successful grants in 2024 alone. The city Finance Director later told the council the replacement-fund balance is not nearly large enough to buy a new ladder truck without outside assistance.

Councilors asked for more details about what the department categorizes as \"other\" calls; Chief Jim explained these include water rescues, searches for lost persons and rope rescues. Members of the council and staff highlighted the combined volunteer and career staffing model: two administrative staff, three lieutenants, seven engineer/firefighters and 20 volunteer firefighters.

Looking ahead, Chief Jim said the department will continue to pursue grants, partnerships and mitigation projects. \"We will continue our efforts to enhance the fire department's capabilities while responding, man and responsibly managing our resources,\" he said.

Less critical details: The report noted a roughly 18% growth in calls since 2019. Staff said annual inspection reports show the 1994 ladder truck still passes inspection despite maintenance and hydraulic issues, but that the vehicle is at the end of a practical service life.

Article provenance: See transcript excerpts that introduce and close the fire-department discussion.","The North Bend Fire Department reported new rapid-response vehicles bought with ARPA funds, large drops in maintenance costs, and renewed efforts to secure grants or partnerships to replace a 1994 ladder truck now estimated at $1.7 million.","actionData","errors"]

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