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McMinnville staff presented a priority list that has been maintained since 2022 and is reviewed against the city’s MacTown 2032 goals, council annual goals and input from the city’s economic leadership council. “The work done during the interim … is really the most important,” Doug Riggs told the council, urging continued planning, tours and legislator education between sessions.

Why it matters: City staff said projects need to be near construction readiness by September–October to be competitive in both state and federal processes. Staff and the city’s legislative group recommended concentrating on a limited number of requests that line up with legislator priorities and the governor’s agenda, rather than submitting very large lists.

Most‑emphasized projects and staff recommendations
- Alpine Avenue Phase 2 (next four blocks): Staff said this project has traction with legislators and “resonates over and over again” in meetings with state and federal officials. Councilors repeatedly endorsed Alpine as a priority that could unlock housing and economic development in that neighborhood.
- Sidewalk accessibility in low‑ and moderate‑income neighborhoods (Phase 1): Staff described sections of sidewalk so buckled by tree roots they are unusable by people using mobility devices and argued this is a safety and equity need.
- 3‑Mile Lane / Innovation Campus and Highway 18 frontage improvements: The Innovation Campus and frontage streets were described as catalytic for industrial land reuse and higher‑paying jobs; staff said the frontage work is a critical connector for the site.
- Third Street improvements: Staff broke the project into design phases (30%→100%) and construction; federal partners have been willing to fund phased advancement of design where state funding prefers near‑complete design.
- Housing partner requests: Staff said the city supported two federal asks by local partners — a housing rehabilitation program and a Habitat for Humanity affordable housing project — and that those were of interest to McMinnville’s federal delegation.
- Recreation, aquatic center, library and senior center work: Staff suggested phasing design and construction requests so the city could make smaller, more competitive asks rather than one large request.

Funding strategy and rules of thumb
Staff and Riggs reviewed funding channels and timing: lottery‑backed bonds and the discretionary portion of lottery funds, Business Oregon and Oregon Housing and Community Services programs, and federal appropriations. Riggs cautioned that federal tax law changes and reduced revenue projections at the state level mean the legislature may have less new discretionary money than in recent years.

On project readiness, staff repeatedly told the council that funders want “shovel ready” projects or clearly phased work where the city can demonstrate it will spend money within the expected time frame. “You really have to have your projects, pretty much fully baked by September, October,” staff said.

Council guidance requested
Staff asked the council to narrow priorities for 2026, recommending Alpine Avenue, the sidewalk accessibility phase, and continued support for the two housing partner requests as initial priorities. Several councilors voiced support for Alpine and the sidewalks; others urged adding parks and recreation and Third Street phase work. Staff said they will continue coordinating with state and federal delegations to identify the best funding channels and to monitor unallocated ARPA and lottery pools.

Ending note: Staff said the legislative list is intended as an evolving “opportunity” list, not a final set of binding requests, so the city can respond when legislative windows open or when delegates identify funding opportunities.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","McMinnville City Council Regular Meeting and Work Session 9/23/2025","oneSentenceSummary","City staff and lobbyist Doug Riggs reviewed McMinnville’s federal and state funding strategy for 2026, urged shovel‑ready project packaging and recommended Alpine Avenue Phase 2, sidewalks in low‑income neighborhoods, and continued support for local housing partners.","taxTitle","McMinnVille, Yamhill County, Oregon","taxId",51161,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6461154,"Votes at a glance: McMinnville City Council approves ADA IGA, water reclamation lease and settlement agreement",380,8845000,9225000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f&start=8845&end=9225","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f/thumbnail_8845000.jpg","/articles/6461154/McMinnVille/Yamhill-County/Oregon/Votes-at-a-glance-McMinnville-City-Council-approves-ADA-IGA-water-reclamation-lease-and-settlement-agreement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6461154-7a0844baaf8b20fb793405ee63e86a0a/orig.mp4?Expires=1776178840&Signature=C8kydyDwwW~Hj1HEG8TkFbgngeT0rUr40j-zdBGhgDqnKA7gUO7URZNWxidLPMHIJr7vxJl~6WP-j3BnyaoB0eDVfoFsMr6BVDaKPOwMiOVkLWsNi~zkFwq3DzN3wEyzywBJq32ZV2aY~FcHHTcfyKieqYThF~7VMvfiUhB417cF71ll5oSaMEudGH4rS-nFFhwg7jkvfvigqxRga6oRquJoAQg3nNT1vZT3fNfDko3ONHuUlBZDE-GAg~LdQm6l7135FMe1pqBAJlaH7iug-znDnuTluR71OODOz~Ojk5FzrLbwiVx6bi70VH9RtgaaQdA-QsqeiiWsPhjfKuQ6xg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The McMinnville City Council recorded three formal actions during the meeting’s regular session:

State IGA for ADA curb ramps — passed unanimously (5–0)
The council approved Resolution 2025‑52, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the Oregon Department of Transportation for ADA curb ramp improvements along Highway 99W, Highway 18 and frontage roads. The motion was moved by Councilor Geary and seconded by Councilor Cunningham. Roll call recorded votes of aye by Councilors Cunningham, Tokulski, Chenoweth, Geary and Council President Peralta.

Lease of land at Water Reclamation Facility to Creekside Valley Farms, LLC — passed (3–2)
The council authorized a new five‑year lease (with an option for additional five‑year extensions) for city‑owned land adjacent to the water reclamation facility to Creekside Valley Farms, LLC pursuant to ORS 271.310. The staff report said the previous agreement had not been formally extended even though the farmer continued to tend the land. The motion was moved by Councilor Tokulski and seconded by Councilor Chenoweth. Roll call recorded: Cunningham (Aye), Tokulski (Aye), Chenoweth (Aye), Geary (No), Peralta (No). Councilor Geary said he opposed awarding the lease because of the contractor’s prior DEQ violations on other properties; staff noted the violations occurred off city property and that the tenant said the responsible individual is no longer associated with the company. Outcome: approved, 3–2.

Settlement agreement for erroneously paid funds to Fackler Construction — passed unanimously (5–0)
The council approved Resolution 2025‑58 authorizing the city manager to execute a settlement with parties submitting claims to disputed funds erroneously paid to Fackler Construction. Staff said the settlement package required a $7,500 city contribution to close the matter and allow the bank to release funds. The motion was moved by Councilor Chenoweth and seconded by Councilor Tokulski. Roll call recorded unanimous approval: Cunningham, Tokulski, Chenoweth, Gary and Peralta.

Ending note: Each resolution packet and the amended meeting packet include staff reports and attachments; the council recorded the votes by roll call during the meeting transcript.","At Tuesday’s meeting the council unanimously approved an IGA with ODOT for ADA curb ramps, approved a five‑year lease of city property at the water reclamation site (3–2 vote), and unanimously authorized a settlement of disputed contractor funds.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6461157,"Tensions over council president’s social‑media posts surface at McMinnville public comment; mayor and city staff cite First Amendment and charter limits",1797,5673000,7470000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f&start=5673&end=7470","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f/thumbnail_5673000.jpg","/articles/6461157/McMinnVille/Yamhill-County/Oregon/Tensions-over-council-presidents-socialmedia-posts-surface-at-McMinnville-public-comment-mayor-and-city-staff-cite-First-Amendment-and-charter-limits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6461157-2639b6f8a2c91dfa73b4ac4d761cf79f/orig.mp4?Expires=1776178840&Signature=QjtFdHtLkRIsIMTzF1dxjPwAJJ~c9sfBbzDfLnLiHPzUN8PQcYYgtKkDi31VkxSEVH12t5b6y~Z9S2O8eRCjJ4uyHqdsFwbu8ONxUKhFir0AJKiX3jhZQuylCOMgYFks-qGbP71P7Rv~WjOYPmr76nBkLkB5q4YfJXfMcRseK~TCZqiZC9Oc85VkTBDUole4ziQTWVOAvsotEbxIGw4wQDi6RrAjoo7eUN5-SNSZP5dB5x-FujIHW-36YQW7i8y0aA90Bm8DAU7CD2pbfYSbt5ftrx12Z4WO0yCrMbXX13qg4ElQfspIxmatUfSCB02UiXtwCtX6Y~UFkhGm-pEYBg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dozens of McMinnville residents used the city’s public comment period on Tuesday to address posts by Council President Sal Peralta about the September 10 assassination of public figure Charlie Kirk. Speakers represented a range of views — some demanded Peralta resign, others defended his right to free speech and his record of community service.

Public commenters and themes
- Calls for resignation: Several residents said Peralta’s language was inflammatory and undermined public trust. Stacy Mayhew urged Peralta to resign his council seat and his role as council president, saying the remarks were divisive and “dangerous.”
- Free speech defense: Other speakers, including Dana Gilbert and Mandy Tatum, said Peralta and other councilors have First Amendment protections as private citizens and should not be forced to resign for expressing private views.
- Support for Peralta: Multiple residents — including Ames Bierly, Linda Hayes and Richard Smith — praised Peralta’s public service and urged the council to protect elected officials’ right to speak.

Council and staff response
Council President Sal Peralta apologized to the community “for the insensitive comment” and said he recognized the hurt expressed by those in attendance; he offered to make himself available in an appropriate forum to discuss concerns.

Mayor Kim Morrison and city staff briefed the audience on legal limits for council action. The mayor said the city charter and constitutional protections constrain what the council can do: McMinnville’s city attorney previously advised that under Section 19 of the city charter the council elects a president for a two‑year biennium and the charter does not provide for midterm reorganization except by resignation or charter amendment. The mayor and interim city manager also noted that elected officials are accountable to voters, not subject to personnel discipline the way city employees are.

Why it matters
The public comment period highlighted civic divisions in McMinnville about rhetoric, the limits of public‑office accountability and whether elected officials should face political or procedural consequences for private‑sector speech that community members find offensive.

Ending note: The council received a large number of emailed comments on both sides of the issue that will be posted with the amended meeting packet. Peralta’s apology and an offer to meet with concerned residents were recorded; no formal council action or change to the council presidency occurred at the meeting.","Dozens of residents spoke during public comment about Council President Sal Peralta’s social‑media remarks following the assassination of public figure Charlie Kirk. Speakers urged resignation, defended free speech, or voiced support. Peralta apologized and the mayor and city manager explained the charter limits on council disciplinary action.",{"_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},6461161,"McMinnville council split on backing state 'inclusionary zoning' bill to lower unit threshold",480,3120000,3600000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f&start=3120&end=3600","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5825693-40c64cf9a369e37767f53acba954ec2f/thumbnail_3120000.jpg","/articles/6461161/McMinnVille/Yamhill-County/Oregon/McMinnville-council-split-on-backing-state-inclusionary-zoning-bill-to-lower-unit-threshold","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6461161-d6a3ad18dcf4867ec5037cd5eb733ea2/orig.mp4?Expires=1776178840&Signature=EQUnBOwcI5PsUJNkLktlfs4xUaT4bTJo7tM4JMn-ClL0TPlnmxq7uEI3LfQOOvg5-Ao23ZpRMTz-CXImb-VeqdiIH68DKZJSZA5T~1yNDbsioqoq~mrzTAdTYaK4LNL2EXgZS1qFyBIBo016vlEtP-XTLo3jK5AJfz9QSiCEBf6xYJ6xSKhShHquKPFJ2EkCfm8~FVlk1theLaSY3dZuRrlD41nmcrX8dpX5IddAzsnUVj00XBD3N-3XlfouS2zHdx9rFxIsDNbdTqaATSpEqV0IRFoSTwAeZvvdOQvaGmXUqaOFJaqN2pTq1LorqbGlcFQ~Kdl3JGM19KElYWTUgA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff asked the McMinnville City Council on Tuesday whether the council would support a proposed state bill to lower the qualifying project threshold for inclusionary zoning from structures of 20 units to structures of 12 units.

What the bill would do: Under the existing state law described by staff, a city may adopt a local ordinance requiring a portion of units in certain new developments be affordable. Current state statutory thresholds limit the rule to structures of 20 units or more; the proposed bill would make 12‑unit structures eligible so more cities could consider local rules.

Staff context and past work
Heather Richards told the council that McMinnville has raised this change in earlier legislative sessions and that the city’s affordable housing task force recommended it; the city also enacted a construction excise tax that could be used to subsidize required affordable units if a local ordinance were adopted.

Council response
Councilors expressed mixed views. Several councilors said they support giving cities the option to consider inclusionary zoning. Councilor Cunningham said the idea originated with McMinnville’s affordable housing task force and called it “rewarding” to see the legislature reconsider the change. But others said they were uncomfortable with a state‑enabled regulatory requirement that could compel private developers to include subsidized units.

Key fiscal and implementation questions
Councilors and staff discussed how an inclusionary ordinance would be funded and whether the construction excise tax would be used to backfill developers for the subsidy. Staff noted the Portland experience — where developers sometimes built under the threshold or the city amended funding after rollout — and said successful programs often include some backfill funds.

Council direction
No formal council endorsement was made. Several councilors asked for more detail and noted the “devil is in the details,” including who pays the subsidy, potential impacts on overall housing supply and whether the council prefers voluntary incentives over mandatory set‑asides. Staff said they would use the council’s feedback as the legislative group and the housing committee continue to evaluate the draft bill.

Ending note: Councilors asked staff to return with additional analysis of the city's construction excise tax balance and possible subsidy approaches before deciding whether to publicly support the state bill.","A state bill to lower the unit threshold for inclusionary‑zoning ordinances from 20 to 12 units drew a cautious reception from McMinnville council. Staff said the city has previously sought the change so local governments can consider an ordinance; several councilors voiced concern about requiring developers to set aside units.","actionData","errors"]

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