City Council Work Session 02/03/2026

The City Council Work Session for the City of Milwaukie, Oregon, held on February 3, 2026, focused primarily on updates and planning related to the Safe Access for Everyone (SAFE) program and the Street Service Maintenance Program (SSMP). Key procurement and budget discussions included the allocation of approximately $1 million per biennium for grind and pave projects covering 2-3 miles of roadway, and $250,000 annually for slurry seal work covering 4-5 miles. The council reviewed ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects such as the Harvey Street reconstruction, King Road improvements, and Monroe Greenway development, with detailed updates on construction progress, utility work, and community engagement. The session also covered procurement considerations like potential changes to joint solicitations for slurry seal contracts to improve control over project quality and scheduling. Additionally, the council discussed funding strategies including a $6 million safe drinking water loan with $3 million forgiven, and proposed rate increases of 8% annually over the next biennium to support water infrastructure projects. The meeting highlighted efforts to integrate community input into project prioritization and emphasized coordination among city operations, contractors, and stakeholders to optimize project delivery and minimize disruptions.