City Council Special Meeting, August 6, 2026

The City Council of Wilsonville, Oregon, held a special meeting on August 6, 2026, primarily to discuss and vote on Resolution 3279, which would refer the Town Center Development District plan to the voters in the November 2026 election. The meeting included extensive public testimony both in support of and opposition to the resolution, focusing on the urban renewal district funding, ballot title wording, and transparency concerns. Council members debated the appropriateness of the ballot language, particularly the use of the term "Town Center Development District" versus "Urban Renewal District," and the inclusion of financial disclosures in the explanatory statement or via mailers. After deliberation, the council unanimously approved Resolution 3279 to place the measure on the ballot, allowing voters to decide on the urban renewal funding for the town center development. The discussion also covered potential impacts if the measure fails, including delays and the need for future planning efforts.