Development News for Newberg, Oregon

Newberg City Council Updates Master Fee Schedule, Adjusts SDCs and Public Safety Fees

The Newberg City Council reviewed and approved Resolution 2026-422 to update the master fee schedule. This update, effective July 1st, aligns various city fees and includes specific changes such as removing the communication officer public safety fee as per the debt reduction plan. It also addresses updates to wastewater and transportation System Development Charges (SDCs), with wastewater SDCs decreasing and transportation SDCs increasing by 6.06%. Other adjustments include changes to police report fees, updates to permit center fees to clarify categories, and the addition of a mural sign review fee. The council aims to manage city government efficiently and effectively through these fee adjustments.

Newberg City Council Maintains Current Property Tax Rate for FY 2026-2027

The Newberg City Council held a legislative hearing and approved Resolution 2026-431, which imposes and categorizes the tax for fiscal year 2026-2027. The council decided to maintain the existing property tax rate of $3.0748 per $1,000 of assessed value, rather than increasing it by the maximum allowable 3%. This decision was made because the city's fund balances are strong, new revenue streams have been identified, and previous debt has been paid off, indicating no immediate need for a tax increase. The council committed to re-evaluating the need for future tax increases annually.