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July 13 City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Forest Grove URA Updates on Key Development Properties and Future Strategies
The Urban Renewal Agency (URA) presented an update on its strategic goals and the development status of three key properties: Site B, the Woodfold lot, and the theater building. The presentation covered the URA's history, financial metrics, and potential development pathways, including a discussion of feasibility studies for a boutique hotel and a grocery store. The council was asked for feedback on marketing strategies and potential incentives.
Forest Grove City Council Approves Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment
The Forest Grove City Council approved Ordinance 2026-03, which amends the city's Comprehensive Plan Map. This ordinance removes the 'General Industrial Plan' designation from territory that will be removed from the Forest Grove urban planning area. This action is a procedural step related to changes in the city's planning boundaries.
Metro Council Provides Updates on Transit, Housing, Parks, and Homelessness Initiatives
Metro Council President Juan Carlos Gonzalez and Councilor Miles Palacios provided updates on several Metro initiatives. Key updates included the TV Highway Transit Safety Project, the Housing Acceleration Fund, and the Regional Policy Oversight Committee for supportive housing services. Councilor Palacios also discussed the Parks and Nature Levy and the Regional Refresh Fund, encouraging local participation and applications.
Chamber of Commerce Unveils Strategy to Boost Forest Grove Tourism
The Forest Grove Cornelius Chamber of Commerce presented its vision for promoting tourism in Forest Grove. The strategy focuses on positioning the city as a welcoming and authentic small-town destination by connecting existing attractions into a compelling narrative to encourage longer stays and increase overnight visitation, thereby boosting the local economy.
Forest Grove Council Considers Ballot Measure for New Police Facility Funding
Assistant City Manager Kim Eel presented Resolution 2026-33, which seeks to place a measure on the November 2026 ballot. This measure would ask voters to approve issuing general obligation bonds to finance a new police facility. The current facility, built in 1977, is inadequate for the department's growth and operational needs, and a new facility is estimated to cost $29.5 million, impacting the average homeowner by approximately $193 annually.
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