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Imani Center permit request met with council unwillingness to waive SDCs; members suggest deferral and follow-up after budget

3230592 · May 8, 2025
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Summary

The nonprofit Imani Center requested help covering system development charges and permit costs; councilors declined a full waiver and suggested payment plans, deferral and returning after the budget cycle.

The Imani Center asked the St. Helens City Council for help covering system development charges (SDCs) and permit-related costs for planned work. Councilors said the city is not in a position to grant a full waiver now but discussed options including state-authorized payment plans, partial deferrals and returning to the request after the…

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