City Council Meeting 6-9-26

The City Council meeting of West Linn on June 9, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. The council approved Ordinance 1772 regulating e-bikes and e-scooters, enhancing enforcement tools for the police department and emphasizing education before enforcement. The council also adopted Resolution 2026-05, revising the city's master fees and charges, including a 5% increase in utility and administrative fees to cover rising costs, and noted a decrease in system development charges. Additionally, the council approved community grants for fiscal year 2027, allocating $25,500 to various community groups based on a new objective scoring system. The annual planning docket for 2026 was set, outlining prioritized and unprioritized long-range planning projects, with discussions on staffing capacity and potential future zoning amendments. The city manager reported on a proposed congressional grant of $747,000 for a stormwater project and upcoming legislative strategy development. The meeting also included public comments on property appraisal and human rights issues, and recognition of local sports achievements.