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McMinnville council approves ODOT intergovernmental agreement for 3rd Street; federal funds, timing and costs debated

City of McMinnville — City Council / Urban Renewal Agency · March 11, 2026
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Summary

The City Council authorized an intergovernmental agreement with ODOT to advance the 3rd Street improvement project, after extended questions about federalizing the project, matching funds, phasing and a multi-year spend schedule; vote passed 5-0.

The McMinnville City Council voted to authorize the city manager to sign an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the Oregon Department of Transportation to advance the 3rd Street improvement project, after councilors asked staff about the risks and timelines associated with accepting federal transportation funds.

Jeff Hunsucker, public works director, told the council that "if we start spending federal dollars, it federalizes…

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