Council preview: planning appointment, demolition award and wall‑repair work on URA properties

During the work session staff previewed items expected on the council agenda and presented two property‑maintenance items for Urban Renewal consideration.

Agenda preview: staff said the council would recognize Fire Chief Jim Brown’s 35 years of service and consider a consent calendar appointment of Christina Bloom to the North Bend Planning Commission.

Demolition contract: staff presented the award and described the two‑step abatement and demolition process for a severely fire‑damaged structure at 3085 Sherman Ave. Staff said the owner signed a consent‑to‑lien and intends to rebuild; contractors must remove asbestos and hazardous materials before demolition and disposal.

Wall repair at 2066 Sherman Ave.: Stephanie (staff) presented two quotes to repair the back patio and failing back wall at the URA‑owned former Salon Vella and recommended proceeding with the higher quote because it includes additional concrete and drainage work to address long‑standing moisture and foundational issues. Staff noted contractors can begin quickly to prepare the space for a tenant and that utility sync work included in the quote could be deferred if needed.

Technical issues and questions: councilors asked about foundation type, short‑term shoring and pest damage; staff noted localized beetle damage and rotten beams near the outer wall and explained contractors may not know the full scope until demolition of the existing decking and wall occurs. Staff emphasized correcting drainage and replacing compromised structural elements as prerequisites to leasing the space.

Ending: no executive session or additional committee reports were recorded; the Urban Renewal items closed and the meeting adjourned.