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Mayor Robbie McCoy delivers 2025 State of the City, highlights growth and planning challenges
Summary
Mayor Robbie McCoy presented Veneta's 2025 State of the City on Jan. 26, 2026, citing expanded community events, a new dog park, public safety updates, infrastructure projects, and the need for water and sewer rate adjustments amid rising costs.
Mayor Robbie McCoy presented Veneta's 2025 State of the City address at the Jan. 26, 2026 council meeting, framing the past year as one of growth, community connection and collaboration. McCoy cited a calendar of well-attended public events and partnerships that, she said, have strengthened the city's small-town character while supporting local businesses.
In the address, McCoy outlined near-term priorities including upgrades to recreational facilities and continued planning for a wastewater treatment plant expansion. She told the council that rising costs and regulatory challenges had made adjustments to water and sewer rates necessary. The mayor also recognized staff for earning Veneta's 12th consecutive national budgeting award and paid tribute to former Community Development Director Matt Laird. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. and adjourned at 5:43 p.m.
