June 16 - City Council Meeting

The City of Lake Oswego City Council held a meeting on June 16, 2026, which included significant discussions on procurement and budget related to urban forestry and infrastructure projects. A major focus was the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) readiness and response plan, where staff presented the invasive pest threat to ash trees and proposed funding options ranging from $500,000 to over $1 million annually for tree removal, treatment, and replacement over a five-year period. Council members debated the balance between chemical treatment and removal, budget impacts, and the need for a comprehensive tree inventory, with a consensus to allocate $500,000 initially and develop a detailed plan for future budget cycles. Additionally, the council received a detailed update on the wastewater treatment facility project, including the selection of Jacobs as the design-build-operate-maintain contractor, project goals, risk management, and next steps. The project aims to replace aging infrastructure with a more resilient, energy-efficient plant that meets future growth and environmental standards. The council discussed financing options, environmental impacts, and community integration, with plans to return for cost discussions and project approval in upcoming meetings. No final decisions were made in the executive session that followed.