Historic Review Board - June 23, 2026

The Historic Review Board of Oregon City convened on June 23, 2026, to consider two main agenda items related to local development and signage. The first item involved a request to approve the construction of an 8-foot-high gabion retaining wall at 204 Jefferson Street to replace a failing wall, designed to stabilize steep slopes in a geologic hazard overlay area. After staff presentation and applicant testimony, the board approved the retaining wall project, noting it was not visible from the right of way and necessary for slope stabilization. The second item concerned updates to wayfinding signage near the municipal elevator on 33rd Street, including removal of old signs and installation of new ones to declutter the area. The board discussed design options and decided to approve the signage update with a graphic image of the elevator but without the established date to avoid confusion. No significant budget or contract awards were discussed, but the meeting included approvals of development and signage projects that may involve future procurement or construction activities.