City Council Special Work Session, July 30, 2026

The City Council of Wilsonville, Oregon, held a special work session on July 30, 2026, primarily to discuss the proposed ordinance number 905 related to the establishment of the Wilsonville Town Center Development District, an urban renewal plan. The council reviewed the draft urban renewal plan, its financial assumptions, and the statutory compliance documents required for voter referral. Key infrastructure projects within the district were outlined, including transportation improvements and mixed-use development initiatives. The council debated the language and transparency of the ballot title and explanatory statement, focusing on how to clearly communicate the plan's scope, including the significant residential development of approximately 2,381 units, to voters. There was also discussion about the cost and necessity of mailing informational materials to voters versus including details in the explanatory statement to save taxpayer money. The council considered modifications to the ballot language to include the term "urban renewal" for clarity and transparency. No formal vote was recorded in the transcript, but staff sought direction on referring resolution 3279 to the voters. The session concluded with plans for further communication and education efforts regarding the measure.