News/Press Release

To comply with the recommended state and federal guidelines that are essential in reducing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the March 24, 2020 City Commission meeting will be conducted at a reduced capacity of 25 individuals, with a limited seating arrangement to maintain social distancing. We do encourage you to stay home, however there are ways you can still participate in the meeting without increasing the risk of exposure. If you would like to make a public comment concerning items of interest, we are asking that you submit your comments by email no later than 5:00 p.m. March 24.

The 9:00 a.m. Monday Mayor's Coffee meetings will be held virtually, without a live audience, until further notice. The virtual meetings can be viewed on Mayor Balensifer's Facebook page. Please see the mayor's Facebook Live post at the following link: 

https://www.facebook.com/CityofWarrentonOregon/videos/142854213703842/

The City of Warrenton is following announcements and guidance on the corona virus from Governor Kate Brown, the Oregon Health Authority, County officials, and the CDC. At this time, there are no reported cases in Clatsop County. However, in accordance with recent announcements from the governor, and other guidelines, the city is canceling large events, such as Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, scheduled for April 4.

The City of Warrenton has implemented a new policy for using the Commission Chambers. If you have questions regarding the usage of the chambers, please see the attached policy/agreement, or contact the City Recorder's office at 503-861-0823.

Thank you.  

PUBLIC NOTICE

WARRENTON CITY COMMISSION

ANNUAL RETREAT – 02/22/20

The Warrenton City Commission will hold their Annual Retreat on Saturday, February 22, 2020, beginning at 9:00 a.m.,
in the Fire Training Room in City Hall, 225 S. Main Avenue, Warrenton, Oregon 97146.  The purpose of the retreat is 
to discuss City Commission goals and direction. 

February 18 - 21, the Public Works department will be conducting smoke testing of the sewer lines in the SE Marlin area. Please avoid any unnecessary exposure to the smoke. While relatively harmless, it may cause irritation to nasal passages. Any irritation will be temporary and should quickly disappear after exposure has ceased. Persons with heart and/or respiratory ailments should leave the home during the test. Be sure any house pets are provided proper ventilation or are removed from the home.

The City of Warrenton Economic Development Strategy Request for Qualifications (RFQ) due 11:00 am, March 9, 2020. The City of Warrenton, OR is conducting a formal selection procedure for professional services to prepare its first ever Economic Development Strategy. The City plans to award a contract to the highest ranked proposer selected from those teams submitting qualifications. The deadline is March 9, 2020, including 5 hard copies and 1 digital copy.

PRESS RELEASE

Come celebrate Warrenton’s birthday! The City was incorporated on February 11, 1899.

On February 11, 2020, 1:00 – 3:00, we will have a small celebration in the chambers at city hall – join us in celebrating 121 years. Come enjoy cupcakes and coffee, and historical pictures and information of days gone by – as well as celebrating our future. See you there!

To view the video of the Mayor's Land Use town hall, click the link below. You will be redirected to the city's Facebook page. 

https://www.facebook.com/CityofWarrentonOregon/videos/1251084961767479/

Warrenton, OR – The Warrenton Police Department has become a participant in Oregon’s Car Care Program. The program originally started with the Oregon State Police (OSP) who have since expanded the program to include the Oregon Association Chief’s of Police (OACP) and the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association (OSSA) to provide City Police Officers, County Sheriff’s Deputies, and State Police Troopers the ability to issue an “Oregon Car Care Voucher” that provides a discount on automotive parts purchased at participating auto parts stores (some restrictions will apply).