Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Seaside public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in taxes budget
City financial stabilization and quarterly reporting
The city is rolling out a Financial Stabilization Plan with a long-term outlook and a quarterly reporting framework, giving the council regular snapshots of city finances to guide spending decisions.
Project Labor Agreement negotiations
Mayor Oglesby wants the Council to take another look at a Project Labor Agreement, with staff analysis of costs, local hiring, and small contractor impacts set for October 15.
Cannabis Dispensary Compliance and Oversight
All five dispensaries came up short on some wage, reporting, or community benefit obligations. The Council wants records reconciled, 30-day cure notices issued, and yearly oversight going forward — with an eye on declining cannabis revenue.
Commission workflow: iPads and printed packets
Commissioners and staff hashed out what to print for meetings. The Commission asked for iPads to be reinstated (they were discontinued) and, in the meantime, only resolutions printed. Staff also took feedback on making staff presentations clearer and more visual.