City Council - 17 Aug 2026

The City Council of Sandy, Oregon, held a meeting on August 17, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The council approved a new intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Clackamas County to formalize cooperation on recycling programs under the Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act. This agreement includes a $3 per capita funding mechanism from a producer responsibility organization to support contamination reduction efforts and recycling outreach. Additionally, the council approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Sandy Police Association, which includes salary increases totaling approximately $200,000 over the biennium, retroactive pay, and enhanced retirement benefits. The council also reviewed a financial forecast for the general fund, highlighting concerns about expenditures outpacing revenues and the need for strategic budgeting and asset management to address structural deficits. No motions were taken on the financial forecast, but the discussion emphasized careful fiscal planning for upcoming budget cycles.