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Votes at a glance: Grants, lease and direction on urban renewal process (Feb. 3, 2025)
Summary
On Feb. 3 the Astoria Development Commission approved a $200,000 grant to the Liberty Theater, authorized a lease with the Columbia River Maritime Museum for a construction yard, and directed staff to draft priorities and an application process for remaining urban renewal funds.
At its Feb. 3, 2025 meeting the Astoria Development Commission recorded three formal actions:
1) Approved a $200,000 grant to the Liberty Theater for exterior repairs and authorized the city manager to sign the grant agreement. 2) Approved a lease between Astoria Development Commission property (Astor East) and the Columbia River Maritime Museum for a construction yard (proposed term 02/01/2025–10/31/2026) with a compensation option of $1,250 monthly or equivalent in-kind contribution. 3) Directed staff to draft formal priorities and an application (including loan and grant parameters) for remaining urban renewal funds and to present the draft for public comment at a future meeting.
All three motions carried on recorded voice votes during the meeting; commissioners who participated supported the items and no formal oppositions or abstentions were recorded on the floor.
