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Mosier council directs staff to urge State Parks to protect Columbia River access at Memaloose Park

Mosier City Council · July 1, 2026
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Summary

Councilor Emily Reed moved and the council unanimously approved directing staff to send a letter to the Oregon State Parks Commission stressing the importance of public access and safety at Memaloose Park amid OPRD discussions with UPRR.

City Manager Kathy Fitzpatrick asked the council whether it wished to comment on Oregon Parks and Recreation Department discussions with Union Pacific Railroad about Columbia River access from Memaloose Park. Councilor Emily Reed moved to direct staff to send a letter to the Oregon State Parks Commission emphasizing the importance of public access and safety; Councilor Peny Wallace seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

The council's action instructs staff to communicate the city's position to the state parks commission; no further city action or funding commitment was recorded at the meeting.