City Council Regular Session 08/05/2025

The City Council of Milwaukie, Oregon, held a regular session on August 5, 2025, where key procurement and budget-related discussions took place. The council approved a consent agenda that included a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with Clackamas River Water for the King Road Improvements Project. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed public safety fee to address acute funding shortfalls in public safety services, including police staffing, behavioral health specialists, and library safety support. Staff presented various fee scenarios, with a preferred $7 monthly utility fee to generate approximately $900,000 annually, aimed at stabilizing funding for critical public safety positions and reducing overtime costs. The council discussed exemptions for low-income residents and multifamily housing rates, and planned further community outreach before a vote scheduled for August 19, 2025. Additionally, updates were provided on the Spring Creek Child Care Center construction project, highlighting its capacity, solar power features, and expected opening in October 2025. The meeting also included community announcements and discussions on transportation funding challenges at the state level.