2023 Issues
December 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. City Hall progress report and authorization of an interim $5.1 million loan agreement with Business Oregon for its construction. Approval of $11,500 in off season tourism promotional grants.
Featured Articles
Interview with Councilor Brad Hart.
Manzanita Yesterday: Treasure hunting on Oregon beaches 1850-1990.
What's the size of the housing shortage in the state and Tillamook County?
November 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Mayor Deb Simmons and Councilor Jerry Spegman have a heated exchange over City Charter's residency requirements. Proposed timeline for implementing four additional city revenue sources. Brad Hart was appointed to serve an unexpired councilor term. 1st Public Hearing on annexing and zoning property containing Transfer Station.
Featured Articles
What is the residency requirement for Manzanita elected officials?
Manzanita Yesterday: Planting Scotch Broom on the dunes in the 1950s.
What is workforce housing and why do we need it?
Neah-Kah-Nie middle and high school students attend robotics competition.
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October 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council's regular session was canceled due to a lack of a quorum.
Featured Articles
Manzanita Yesterday: Early beach visitors.
Dramatic Transformation: The Riverbend Players.
September 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Council appoints new councilor to serve unexpired term. Planning Commission considers Transportation System Plan to update the Comprehensive Plan.
Featured Articles
What is Open Space?
Our Library - A Community of Friends and Readers.
August 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Council considers adopting a city-wide dark sky lighting ordinance. Council receives $60,000 grant which partially offsets the mitigation of asbestos removal at Underhill Plaza. In a July 28 special session, the council approved a modified plan for Manzanita Lofts.
Featured Articles
How we get into trouble on the Oregon Coast.
July 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. City council adopted 2023-24 budget, approved new water rates, and discussed STR community survey. Planning Commission denies Manzanita Lofts development application again.
Featured Articles
Manzanita through the Looking Glass: Our State Parks.
June 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. City council votes to forge ahead with new city hall. Adopted uniform methodology to impose system development charges to aid the construction of new infrastructure. Continued intergovernmental agreements with City of Wheeler and Nehalem Bay State Park for police services.
Featured Articles
It's not all about fire: How your fire district evolved into an "all hazards service."
May 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Legislation proposal requires cities in Tillamook County to comply with statewide housing requirements. The sale offer for the former city hall building was accepted. Revenue diversification examples, and water utility update and rates discussion.
Featured Articles
May 16, 2023 Special Election.
Making it 'work' in Manzanita.
April 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Who pays for new city hall-homeowners or visitors? Council approves new police positions and destination management plan. Council endorses Nehalem Bay Health District bond measure.
Featured Articles
Land use planning and control - a primer.
March 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Council adopts "indirect cost allocation model." Consultant identifies potential revenue sources. Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA) rejects the council's denial of Manzanita Lofts permit. Council approves foredune grading moratorium extension.
Featured Articles
Public safety and emergency response in Tillamook County.
Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay (EVCNB) celebrates 15 years.
What happens when I call 9-1-1?
Interview with Council President Linda Kozlowski
February 2023 Special Edition
In this issue
City of Manzanita
Council decides to site new city hall and police station at Underhill. Quonset hut goes.
Featured Articles
What determines a building's risk category?
What's next for city hall and police station project?
February 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Destination management plan. City Hall progress report. STR community survey and mission statement. Amendment of Council's Rules of Procedure. New city hall update.
Featured Articles
Why STRs are important.
Interview with Councilor Jerry Spegman
January 2023
In this issue
City of Manzanita
City Council meetings and workshops. Storm drain system development charge increase. Manzanita committee selection process.
Featured Articles
Risks and reward of running a local business.