On the agenda: Hermiston packet — data center (Oct 26)

CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 180 NE 2ND ST.
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the reason(s) why.
1. CALL COUNCIL/CITY MANAGER WORK SESSION MEETING TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
A. Public Transit/Council of Governments
B. Umatilla Electric Cooperative Presentation
2. ADJOURN WORK SESSION MEETING
3. CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER – 7:00 PM
4. DECLARATION OF QUORUM
5. FLAG SALUTE
6. PROCLAMATIONS & RECOGNITIONS
A. Proclamation- 100 Year Anniversary of the Removal of the Black Exclusion Clause
from the Oregon Constitution
B. Recognition- Hermiston Family Aquatic Center Lifeguard Rescue

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C. Recognition of Willard and Judy Fordice and Renaming the Harkenrider Activity Center
Board Room to The Fordice Meeting Hall
7. CITIZEN INPUT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Anyone wishing to bring anything before the council that is not on the agenda is asked to
please do the following: 1. Please limit comments to not more than FIVE minutes; 2. State
your name and place of residence; 3. Direct your comments to the Chair.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Committee Vacancy Announcement
B. Appointment Confirmation of Hailey Beckwith to the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event
Center Advisory Committee, Position 3, Representing the Greater Hermiston
Hospitality & Tourism Committee- remaining 3-year term ending June 30, 2029.
C. Appointment Confirmation of Jigish S. Patel to the Recreation Projects Fund Advisory
Committee, Position 4, Representing the Greater Hermiston Hospitality & Tourism
Committee- 3-year term ending December 31, 2029.
D. Reappointment Confirmation of Lori Davis to the Budget Committee, Position 5, 3-year
term ending December 31, 2029.
E. Reappointment Confirmation of Dan Burns to the Airport Advisory Committee, Position
1, 3-year term ending October 31, 2029.
F. Minutes of the October 12th City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting
G. Minutes of the October 12th Public Infrastructure Committee Meeting
9. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. TSP Adoption & Code Amendments Chapters 154 & 157 - Hearing has been
rescheduled to the November 9th City Council Meeting at 7:00pm
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinance No. 2385 – Amend Article V of Chapter 33 titled Initiative and Referendum
B. Resolution No. 2444 – Amendment to Port of Umatilla IGA for IT Services.
C. Resolution No. 2445 - Sherman Park Contract Award
D. Resolution No. 2446- Jennie Ave. (LID 324) Contract Award.
E. Resolution No. 2447- Validation of Aquatics Center Project
12. OTHER
A. September 2026 Quarterly Investment Report
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B. September 2026 Monthly Financial Report
13. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. City Committee and Liaison:
Airport Advisory, Budget, Hispanic Advisory, Library Board, Parks and Recreation,
Planning Commission, Recreation Projects Fund, Faith-Based Advisory, Community
Accountability, Public Safety, Public Infrastructure, Transit Planning, EOTEC, Stepping
Stones Alliance (not a City Committee), Public Finance, Sanitary Disposal & Curbside
Recycling, Vacancy Review
B. Mayor's Report
C. Council President's Report
D. Council Report
E. Youth Advisory Report
F. Manager's Report
14. ADJOURN

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Section 6, ItemA.

PROCLAMATION
The 100 Year Anniversary of the
Removal of the Black Exclusion Clause
from the Oregon Constitution
WHEREAS, Oregon entered the Union in 1859 as the only state admitted with a Black exclusion clause
embedded in its Constitution. The constitutional clause was approved by Oregon voters in 1857 and reflected
a broader history of exclusionary laws enacted by Oregon's provisional and territorial governments, including
earlier Black exclusion laws adopted in 1844 and 1849; and
WHEREAS, these constitutional and statutory exclusion measures were part of a broader pattern of
discrimination that created a legal system designed to prevent Black settlement and establish Oregon as a
predominantly White state; and
WHEREAS, the human impact of these laws is powerfully illustrated by the case of Jacob Vanderpool, a Black
business owner in Oregon City who in 1851 became the only known person formally expelled from Oregon
under the 1849 exclusion law after a White competitor lodged a complaint; and
WHEREAS, Jacob Vanderpool's story continues to resonate today, including the fact that his last known
publicly recorded act was registering to vote in California in 1886, a powerful testament to his determination
to participate in civic life despite the discrimination and exclusion he endured; and
WHEREAS, on November 2, 1926, Oregon voters removed the exclusion clause from the state constitution,
with 62.52 percent of votes cast on the amendment in favor of repeal, a significant milestone, though one
underscored by the reality that nearly four in ten votes cast on the amendment supported retaining the racist
clause;
WHEREAS, this proclamation seeks to openly acknowledge this history and recognize the presence, resilience,
and contributions of Black residents and leaders within Hermiston’s community, affirming that honoring this
truth is vital to building a more inclusive and equitable community; and
WHEREAS, understanding this history is essential for addressing the ongoing impacts of exclusion, fostering
community belonging, and guiding the work ahead toward equity, justice, and repair.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Doug Primmer, Mayor of the City of Hermiston, do hereby proclaim November 2, 2026:

The 100 Year Anniversary of the
Removal of the Black Exclusion Clause from the Oregon Constitution
in the City of Hermiston and ask all Hermistonians to reflect on this history and commit to eliminating all forms
of racism in our community.

SIGNED this 26th day of October, 2026
________________________________
Doug Primmer, Mayor
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Section 6, ItemB.

Members of Committees and Boards

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
HFAC Lifeguard Rescue Recognition
Summary and Background
The Hermiston Family Aquatic Center welcomes more than 80,000 visitors during its operating
season, which extends from May through the end of October. During the 10-week public swim
season, lifeguard staff averaged one rescue or assist per day. These responses reflect the
vigilance, preparation, and attentiveness required of staff as they watch the water and protect
patrons. While many of these responses happen without public recognition, each requires staff
to remain alert, recognize distress, and act quickly.
On August 6, 2026, lifeguards responded to a patron who experienced a medical emergency
while coming down a waterslide. The patron briefly lost consciousness and required rescue
from the slide pit area.
Mason recognized the emergency, activated the facility’s Emergency Action Plan, and entered
the water to assist. Hunter and Daniel responded to support the rescue. Together, they
extricated the patron from the water using a backboard and provided emergency care. The
patron regained consciousness and made a quick and full recovery.
The team’s quick response, coordination, and professional conduct helped bring the patron to
safety while maintaining a calm environment for other visitors.
This recognition honors Mason Miracle, Hunter Link, and Daniel Faaeteete for their actions
and commitment to patron safety. Their response demonstrates the importance of lifeguard
training, preparation, and teamwork, and reflects the readiness of the entire aquatic center
staff.
Tie-In to Council Goals
Focus Area - Wellness: A Healthy Community
Fiscal Information
N/A
Alternatives and Recommendation
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Alternatives
Recommended Action/Motion: Recognize the three HFAC staff members for their response
and service to the community.
Submitted By:
Brandon Artz, Parks & Recreation Director

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Section 6, ItemC.

Members of Committees and Boards

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Recognition of Willard and Judy Fordice and Renaming of the Harkenrider Activity Center Board
Room
Summary and Background
Willard and Judy Fordice have been part of the Hermiston community for more than six
decades. They were married in 1960 and settled in Hermiston in 1964 following Willard’s
service in the United States Army, which included 13 months in Korea.
In 1994, Willard and Judy began serving the Hermiston Senior Center. Over the following 32
years, they became central to the leadership, operation, and identity of the organization. They
regularly volunteered five days each week, supporting the Senior Board, programs, activities,
meals, facility operations, finances, and the daily needs of local seniors. Their service was
performed entirely on a volunteer basis.
Willard served for many years as president of the Hermiston Senior Center Board. In addition
to his board leadership, he drove the Senior Bus, delivered meals, and transported seniors to
activities and events.
Judy also served in leadership roles with the Senior Board and fulfilled many of the
responsibilities associated with overseeing the daily operation of the Senior Center. Together,
Willard and Judy were actively involved in nearly every aspect of the Senior Board and Senior
Center operations.
Much of their volunteer service was performed as a team. Their individual strengths
complemented one another, and their shared commitment provided the Senior Center with
consistency, stability, and personal care for more than three decades.
In 2018, Willard and Judy played an important role in transitioning senior programs into the
Harkenrider Activity Center. Their leadership, knowledge, and longstanding relationships
helped seniors adjust to the new facility while preserving the friendships, programs, and sense
of belonging that had developed over many years.
Honoring Their Service
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee has unanimously recommended renaming the
Board Room at the Harkenrider Activity Center as the Fordice Meeting Hall. The proposed
name recognizes Willard and Judy’s extraordinary volunteer service, their leadership of the

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Hermiston Senior Center Board, their assistance with the transition into the Harkenrider
Activity Center, and their lasting impact on Hermiston’s senior community.
Naming the room in their honor will provide a permanent reminder of their legacy and the
difference that dedicated volunteer service can make within a community.
Tie-In to Council Goals
Focus Area - Wellness: A Healthy Community
Fiscal Information
Minor costs associated with permanent room signage and a commemorative plaque will be
covered through the Parks and Recreation Department’s existing budget.
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
The City Council may approve the proposed name, select a different name, send the naming
recommendation back to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee or decline to rename the
room.
Recommended Action/Motion:
Staff and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee recommend that the City Council
approve renaming the Board Room at the Harkenrider Senior Activity Center as the Fordice
Meeting Hall.
Submitted By:
Brandon Artz, Parks & Recreation Director

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Section 8, ItemA.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
The City is accepting applications for the
following Committees:
1. Eastern Oregon Trade & Event Center (Advertised 09/24/2026)
o Position 7, Representing the Community At-Large, remainder of a 3-year term ending
June 30, 2028
2. Faith-Based Advisory Committee (Advertised 08/20/2026)
o Position 1 & 2, with a 3-year term ending December 31, 2029
3. Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee (Advertised 08/20/2026)
o Position 7, with a 3-year term ending October 31, 2029

Deadline to apply for Committees: Open Until Filled
Applications and more information about these and all other City
Committee’s, Board’s, and Commission’s can be found on the City’s
website at: https://hermiston.or.us/volunteer or by using the QR Code.
Have questions or are interested in applying? Reach out to
Lilly Alarcon-Strong at: City Hall, 180 NE 2nd Street, Hermiston, at
[email protected], or at 541-567-5004.

Proposed appointment(s) and confirmation(s) of these positions are made by the City Council. All
appointments to city boards and commissions shall be made in accordance with the ordinances and
city charter. Appointees shall not be full-time employees of the city, shall not be elected officials of
the city, shall not be appointed to more than two boards or commissions at a time, and shall not sell
to the city or its boards and commissions over which the council has appointive powers and budget
control either directly as a prime contractor or supplier, or indirectly as a first-tier subcontractor or
supplier. Sales shall be construed to mean sales, services or fees aggregating $20,000 or more in any
one calendar year. Preference for appointees shall be given to city residents.

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Section 8, ItemF.

CITY COUNCIL

Work Session Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2026

Mayor Primmer called the City Council work session meeting to order at 6:00pm. Present were Councilors
Hayward, Myers, McCarthy, Duron (arrived at 6:36pm), and Kelso. Councilors Roberts and Barron were
excused, and Councilor Linton was absent. City Staff in attendance included: City Manager Byron Smith,
Assistant City Manager Mark Morgan, City Attorney Richard Tovey, Finance Director Ignacio Palacios,
Police Chief Jason Edmiston, Planning Director Clint Spencer, Assistant Planner Heather La Beau, and City
Recorder Lilly Alarcon-Strong.
Housing Code Updates
Winterbrook Associate Planner Keava Campbell and Planning Director Clint Spencer presented
information (attached) regarding Legislative Changes to Oregon Administrative Rules and Revised Statutes
and explained how these changes will impact the City.
After presenters addressed questions from the Council, the Council agreed that they would prefer to wait
to implement these changes until the City reaches the required implementation population of 25,000 as
well as agreed to the recommendations regarding only allowing ADUs on single-unit development lots,
removing multi-unit (5+ unit) apartments as a conditional use in R—and allow in R-3, and remove
boarding and rooming houses-allowing SROs to cover them.
(Councilor Duron arrived at 6:36pm)
Planning Director Spencer stated final review will be presented to the City Council at a later date
for adoption before implementation.
Adjournment
Mayor Primmer ended the work session at 6:42pm and stated the City Council would convene for
their regular council meeting after a short recess.

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WORK SESSION OVERVIEW

Hermiston Code Update

Agenda

City Council Work Session
5 min

Project Overview

15 min

Statutory Requirements

30 min

PC Recommendations and Policy Decisions

City of Hermiston, Oregon
Monday, October 12, 2026

Source: Oregon Live

City Council Work Session – October 12, 2026 – Hermiston, Oregon

Funded by the DLCD 2025-2027 Planning Assistance Grant Program

PROJECT OVERVIEW

What’s this Code Update About?
Amendments to the Hermiston
Municipal Code (HMC) to comply with
State Law changes addressing housing
need.
Source: City of Hermiston

Process
1. Review Legislative Changes to Oregon
Administrative Rules (OAR) and
Revised Statutes (ORS)

Regulatory Compliance

2. Assess Hermiston Municipal Code
3. Draft and Finalize Code Updates
4. Adopt

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Overarching Changes

Regulatory Compliance Changes for Hermiston

Across Chapters 154 and 157

• Administrative review – Staff decision only for most residential-related applications; all tentative subdivisions
and partitions, replats; some nonconforming uses in new streamlined section.

SB 1537, SB 974, HB 4037 – Require more application types to be limited land use or similar
administrative review.

• Clear and objective standards – a code path for residential applications without discretion: can each standard
be answered “met” or “not met”?

HB 2138, HB 4063 – Require middle housing types and SROs, reduce development barriers such as
required traffic studies, and expedite middle housing land divisions.

• Middle housing – duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, cottage clusters, and townhouses. Medium cities must
allow duplexes in all residential zones; large cities must allow all types.

HB 3395 – Allows affordable housing on commercial lands; requires SROs and duplexes in all residential
zones.
HB 3560 – Expands where family child care homes and child care centers are allowed.
HB 2347, HB 4064 – Bars stricter standards for manufactured dwellings than site-built homes; updates
definitions.

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE – CHAPTER 154 LAND DIVISIONS

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE – CHAPTER 157 ZONING

Chapter 157: Housing Types

Chapter 154: Land Divisions

HMC 157.025–157.029, 157.136, 157.145, 157.153, 157.155,
157.156

HMC 154.73 [new] and 154.74 [new]

• Rename chapter “Land Divisions”; staff decides
preliminary plats and replats.
• Discretionary standards revised to be clear and
objective.

• Middle housing – all types allowed in residential
zones; new supplemental provisions; limited traffic
impact consideration.
Source: City of Hermiston

• Expedited Land Divisions – 63-day staff review of
residential applications meeting a density or
affordability threshold.

• ADUs and SROs – allowed in all residential zones;
no ADU parking; new SRO standards.

Source: American Legal Publishing

• Bonus units – affordability and accessibility
bonuses of 1–2 units on middle housing; adopt
DLCD’s model code module.

• Middle Housing Land Divisions – simplified,
expedited process so each middle housing unit
sits on its own lot.

• Manufactured housing – matched standards to
site-built homes; parks allowed in R-2 and above.
Source: City of Hermiston
Source: City of Eugene, 2025

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE – CHAPTER 157 ZONING

Chapter 157: Other Uses
HMC 157.002, 157.040, 157.041, 157.055, 157.157, 157.158

• Residential Uses on Commercial lands – two
definitions of affordable housing on commercial
lands and commercial-to-residential conversions
allowed.

PC Recommendations and Policy
Decisions

• Emergency Shelter Siting – move temporary
shelter requirements into a new section compliant
with housing law; City Council reviews at a public
hearing, court has final decision.
• Family Child Care Homes – allowed in all
residential and commercial zones; centers also in
Light Industrial.
• Clean-up – amend nonconforming uses; replace
“family” with “unit.”

Source: Restore Oregon (2024)

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PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

City Council Work Session – October 12, 2026 – Hermiston, Oregon

PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

Large Cities Requirements
HMC 157.025 through 157.029

Planning Commission Discussion Topics
Large City Requirements
Residential and Commercial Allowances
Residential Dimensional Standards
Residential Design Standards

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Hermiston Population: 20,300 (PSU Population
Estimate)

Additional Large Cities Requirements

•

State requirements “kick in” at 25,000 (Large
City).

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Allow all middle housing types in all
residential zones.

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Council committed to proactively implementing
Large City requirements at beginning of grant.

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Allow middle housing land divisions
for all middle housing types.

Planning Commission suggests a middle ground:
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Allow bonus units for middle housing
types.

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All middle housing in R-3, R-4, and RR.

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Only duplexes (required) in R-1 and R-2.

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PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

Other Allowed Uses – Residential Zones

Allowed Uses – Commercial Zones

HMC 157.136, HMC 157.026, and 157.027

HMC 157.040 through HMC 157.043

1. Residential uses can’t be conditional. Allow
market-rate apartments in C-1, not C-2.

1. ADUs are only allowed on single-unit
development lots.
2. Conditional uses are discretionary, so
housing cannot be a conditional use.
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Remove multi-unit (5+ unit)
apartments as a conditional use in R2; allow in R-3.

Source: Google Streetview (2025)

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Allow all middle housing types in NCO.

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Subject to R-3 dimensional/parking
standards.

2. Prohibit ground-floor storefront residential in C-1
and DCO on arterial and major collector streets
per the TSP.

3. Remove boarding and rooming houses;
SROs cover them.

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Source: City of Hermiston

Source: Tower Apartments

PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

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PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

Residential Dimensional Standards

Residential Design Standards

HMC 157.025 through 157.029

HMC 157.154 [new] and HMC 157.155 [new]

1. Replace the scaled rear setback (+1 ft of setback per ft of height above 15 ft) with 10 ft up to 20
ft height and 20 ft setback above.
2. Keep existing multi-unit minimum lot sizes.
3. Keep existing maximum lot coverage.

1. Largely maintain lenient design standards,
but:
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Regulate windows and doors for
plexes, townhouses, and multi-unit.

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Additional cottage cluster standards
to retain key cottage characteristics.

Source: City of Walnut Creek
Source: Age+, 1000 Friends of Oregon

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Section 8, ItemF.

THANK YOU!
City Council Work Session
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Wednesday, October 12, 2026

Funded by the DLCD 2025-2027 Planning Assistance Grant Program

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Section 8, ItemF.

CITY COUNCIL

Regular Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2026
Mayor Primmer called the regular meeting to order at 7:00pm. Present were Councilors Hayward, Myers,
McCarthy, Duron, and Kelso. Councilors Roberts and Barron were excused, and Councilor Linton was absent.
City Staff in attendance included: City Manager Byron Smith, Assistant City Manager Mark Morgan, City
Attorney Richard Tovey, Finance Director Ignacio Palacios, Police Chief Jason Edmiston, Planning Director Clint
Spencer, Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Artz, Assistant Planner Heather La Beau, and City Recorder
Lilly Alarcon-Strong. The pledge of allegiance was given.
Citizen Input on Non-Agenda Items
None given.
Consent Agenda Items
Councilor McCarthy moved and Councilor Duron seconded to approve Consent Agenda items A-F to include:
A. Committee Vacancy Announcement 1
B. Appointment Recommendation of Hailey Beckwith to the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center
Advisory Committee, Position 3, Representing the Greater Hermiston Hospitality & Tourism
Committee- remaining 3-year term ending June 30, 2029.
C. Appointment Recommendation of Jigish S. Patel to the Recreation Projects Fund Advisory Committee,
Position 4, Representing the Greater Hermiston Hospitality & Tourism Committee- 3-year term ending
December 31, 2029.
D. Reappointment Recommendation of Lori Davis to the Budget Committee, Position 5, 3-year term
ending December 31, 2029.
E. Reappointment Recommendation of Dan Burns to the Airport Advisory Committee, Position 1, 3-year
term ending October 31, 2029.
F. Minutes of the September 28th, Regular Meeting of the City Council
Motion carried unanimously with Councilors Hayward, Myers, McCarthy, Duron, and Kelso voting in favor.
Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
No items were removed.
Public Hearing- Rezone: Celski Hermiston, LLC - 1320 & 1340 NE 4th St 4N2802CD TL 400 & 600 (Ordinance
No. 2387) – Hearing no declarations of conflict of interest or ex parte contact from the Council, Planning
Director Spencer read the hearing guidelines aloud and Mayor Primmer opened the hearing at 7:05pm.
Planning Director Spencer presented his report as provided in the agenda packet and additional information
(attached) stating Celski Hermiston, LLC has submitted an application to amend the zoning map for land
located at 1340 NE 4th Street. Current zoning for the two parcels is Outlying Commercial (C-2) and the applicant
proposes to add the Neighborhood Commercial Overlay (NCO) to both parcels to facilitate multi-family
housing.
There were no proponents, opponents, or neutral parties who wished to speak and Mayor Primmer closed the
hearing at 7:08pm.
After staff answered questions from the Council and Council comment, Councilor Kelso moved and Councilor
Myers seconded to approve the Findings of Fact as prepared in the agenda packet.
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CITY COUNCIL

Regular Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2026
Mayor Primmer announced that this item would be presented again during Ordinance No. 2387 for final
adoption and asked the Council to consider moving Ordinance No. 2387 from 10. B to 10. A. The Council agreed.
Ordinance No. 2387- Rezone: Celski Hermiston, LLC - 1320 & 1340 NE 4th St 4N2802CD TL 400 & 600
Mayor Primmer announced that this item was presented during the Public Hearing which had now been closed,
and as such, no other evidence or public testimony would be received.
After City Attorney Tovey read the ordinance by title only, Councilor McCarthy moved and Councilor Hayward
seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 2387 at a single meeting and become effective 30-days after adoption by
the City Council. Motion carried unanimously with Councilors Hayward, Myers, McCarthy, Duron, and Kelso
voting in favor.
Ordinance No. 2385- Amend Article V of Chapter 33 Titled Initiative and Referendum- SECOND MEETING
Mayor Primmer announced that this item was presented at the September 28th meeting and held its first
reading.
After City Attorney Tovey read the ordinance by title only, for a second meeting, Councilor Hayward moved
and Councilor Myers seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 2385 and become effective 30-days after adoption by
the City Council. Councilors Hayward, Myers, Duron, and Kelso voted in favor, and Councilor McCarthy voting
against. City Attorney Tovey stated the motion failed 4-1 as at least 5 Councilors must vote in favor to pass an
ordinance. Councilor Kelso moved and Councilor McCarthy seconded to have this Ordinance be reconsidered
at the next City Council meeting, which was approved unanimously with Councilors Hayward, Myers,
McCarthy, Duron, and Kelso voting in favor.
2026 Quarterly Council Goal Setting Update
City Manager Smith presented information (attached) and provided in the agenda packet regarding updates
on the 2026 Council Goals.
After staff answered questions from the Council, Mayor Primmer stated no Council action is being requested
as this was presented as informational only.
Committee Reports
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee: Councilors Duron and Myers spoke regarding the Senior Boards
new leadership and encouraged the community to eat lunch provided by the Senior Board at the Harkenrider
Activity Center, provided the meal calendar (attached), and asked that those wanting to eat lunch please call
the Senior Board by 10:30am that day so they can prepare enough meals; recognized Willard and Judy Fordice
for 32-years of service as the Senior Boards Directors; and spoke regarding the many youth and adult activities
being provided by the department to include: Treats on Main, 3K Haunted Hussle, Horizon Park Dedication,
and more; Tree Revitalization on November 3rd where 70 trees will be planted by volunteers at EOTEC, and the
new Funland Park fencing.
Hispanic Advisory Committee: Councilor Kelso congratulated the Committee on a great Hispanic Heritage
Month Celebration on Saturday, October 3rd at the Community Center, stating the event had great
entertainment, food, and attendance.
EOTEC Advisory Committee: Councilor Kelso stated the Committee held its strategic plan meeting and was very
informative with a great facilitator.
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CITY COUNCIL

Regular Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2026
Public Infrastructure Committee: Mayor Primmer stated the Committee received updates regarding Gettman
Road, CIP, the roundabout at Punkin Center and HWY 395, as well as new sewer rates for hotels that will be
fairer for their consumption.
Mayor’s Report
Mayor Primmer spoke regarding:
• Many upcoming events that took place/are taking place in the City to include: Stepping Stones Alliance
Fundraising Gala and Land of Frights at EOTEC
• LOC Annual Conference that will be taking place this week
• New EOTEC RV Park
Council President’s Report
Council President McCarthy encouraged the public to attend the 4th Annual Chamber of Commerce Volunteer
Fair event at EOTEC on Wednesday.
Council Reports
Councilor Kelso thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for completing the fencing at Funland Park,
stating it is noticeable and safer for kids and encouraged the public to attend the Dia de los Muertos event at
Hermiston High School.
Youth Advisory Report
None present.
City Manager’s Report
City Attorney Tovey announced the Title of Ordinance No. 2387 was incorrect as read earlier in the meeting
and the correct title needed to be read into the record. City Attorney then read the correct title of Ordinance
No. 2387 into the record.
City Manager Smith spoke regarding:
• Nine Youth Advisory Committee members and Mr. Davis will be attending the LOC Conference
• Announced Socorro “Coco” Pacheco has accepted the new Library Director position and will start
January 6, 2027 to accommodate her family’s transition and move from California
• Asked for a volunteer to shoot a short video for the website’s “Ask Hermiston” answering various
questions received and a question asking if the City thinks a hotdog is a taco. Councilor McCarthy
volunteered.
Adjourn
There was no other business and Mayor Primmer adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 7:41pm.
SIGNED:
ATTEST:

Doug Primmer, Mayor

_________
Lilly Alarcon-Strong, CMC, City Recorder

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Project Location

Celski Hermiston LLC Rezone
Request
October 12, 2026

Hermiston
City Council
Goal Update
October 2026

Goal Areas
• Growing + Prosperous
• Safe + Healthy
• Sustainable
• Connected + Engaged

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What is the process?

Goal
Area

Growing + Prosperous
• Pursue additional retail investments and educate
on retail efforts and processes

City Council Goal
Setting
January 2026

Goal
Area

City Council Adopted Goal
Setting Report
March 2026

• Recent Presentation from Retail Strategies
along with Downtown Strategies work

Goal Setting Quarterly
Updates
July 2026
October 2026

Safe + Healthy
• Complete feasibility and possible next
steps for HAWC
• Report and recommendations scheduled for
October 26 City Council Meeting
• Implement red light photo enforcement along
Hwy 395
• Final RFP being drafted

• Explore/evaluate strategies to increase tourism
and entertainment in Hermiston
• Held a stakeholder meeting with the EOTEC
Advisory Committee meeting

Goal
Area

Sustainable
• Conduct public engagement to identify use
scenarios, evaluate all options, and finalize
plan for Carnegie Building
• Historic Register Application, finalizing
operational agreement
• Finalize records digitization
• Records clerk actively reviewing and
scanning physical records

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Goal
Area

Connected + Engaged
• Finalize charter review
• Proposed Changes on November 2026
Ballot

• Full list of tasks in packet

Any
questions?

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Section 8, ItemG.

Public Infrastructure Committee
Meeting Minutes

October 12, 2026

Mayor Primmer called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Council Representative McCarthy arrived at
5:13PM. City staff in attendance included: City Manager Byron Smith, Assistant City Manager Mark Morgan,
Wastewater Superintendent Bill Schmittle, Water Superintendent Roy Bicknell, Streets Superintendent
Roberto Herrera, Finance Director Ignacio Palacios, Planning Assistant Heather La Beau, and Administrative
Assistant Chantel Waldo. Also present were Anderson Perry engineers Joshua Lott and Alan Davis.
Throughout the project updates, Assistant City Manager Morgan used Google Earth to illustrate the
locations of the projects being discussed.
E Highland Water Line and View Drive Booster
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that design work on the E. Highland Water Line and View Drive
Booster Pump Station projects has been paused. Both are long-planned replacements included in the
upcoming budget; however, staff are preserving cash while awaiting the outcome of the City’s PFAS grant
application. Morgan stated that neither project requires immediate action and both may be reconsidered in
the next fiscal year depending on funding availability.
Ott Road Realignment and Airport Runway Extension
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the City acquired approximately 140 acres to facilitate
relocating Ott Road outside the airport runway protection zone. The City has a ten year obligation
associated with approximately $2 million in FAA funding used for the property acquisition. Environmental
and cultural work has been completed for the anticipated road alignment, which is intended to preserve as
much agricultural land as practical.
The FAA’s capital improvement plan schedules runway resurfacing for federal fiscal year 2030. Staff hope to
coordinate that work, estimated at $3 million, with a proposed 500 foot runway extension estimated at $5
million. The combined planning estimate is approximately $8 million, with an anticipated FAA contribution
of approximately $2.7 million. Morgan noted that the road relocation estimate may be reduced as design
advances.
Mayor Primmer asked about the runway protection zone, future extension limitations, and the expected
closure period. Morgan explained that the extension would accommodate additional operations by aircraft
already capable of using the airport, particularly under conditions affecting takeoff performance. The
extension is likely the last practical expansion without relocating major infrastructure. Runway resurfacing
may require approximately four to six weeks of closure, although construction could continue for several
months with measures to accommodate smaller aircraft where feasible.
FCS Group: Utility Rate Analysis
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that FCS Group has been engaged to conduct a utility rate
analysis. The City’s last significant rate restructuring occurred in 2018–2019, when distinctions between
residential and commercial customer classes were largely removed. The study will examine whether rates
appropriately reflect the cost of service for different customer classes and whether one class is subsidizing
another, including the costs associated with data center water use and wastewater discharge. The analysis
is expected to take approximately five to six months, and no immediate Council action is anticipated.
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FCS Group: Feedville Transportation Impact Zone SDC
Assistant City Manager Morgan stated that FCS Group will also develop a transportation system
development charge (SDC) methodology for the Feedville Road corridor. Approximately 800 acres south of
Feedville Road were recently annexed with a hyperscale data center overlay, and additional development is
anticipated. Rather than requiring each development to construct isolated roadway improvements along its
frontage, staff are considering a corridor-wide impact zone that would collect transportation SDCs as
development occurs. Funds could then be used for coordinated reconstruction and improvements when
sufficient revenue is available.
2027 CIP Update
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that staff are updating the City’s rolling five-year Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP), which is reviewed on a two-year cycle. Departments have been asked to identify
additional projects and update cost estimates for existing projects. Staff anticipate presenting the 2027 CIP
update in January, around the same time as the annual consumer price index adjustment to utility rates.
Hotel/Motel Sewer Rates
Assistant City Manager Morgan discussed the existing sewer rate structure for hotels and motels, which
assesses a monthly base charge for every room regardless of occupancy. At approximately $42 per room, a
100-room hotel would pay about $4,200 in monthly base charges before usage charges. Morgan explained
that the structure may not accurately reflect hotel and motel impacts on the wastewater system.
Staff are considering an annual adjustment based on each property’s occupancy during the previous
calendar year, calculated using transient lodging tax and tourism promotion assessment records. Under the
proposal, a 100-room hotel with 55% annual occupancy would be assessed as a 55 base charge for the
following year. Annual rather than monthly or quarterly adjustments would reduce the administrative
burden. Mayor Primmer expressed support for the approach as a potentially more equitable method.
Morgan noted that staff will continue working with the Finance Department before bringing a proposal
forward.
395/Punkin Center Water Line
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that ODOT is planning a roundabout at Highway 395 and Punkin
Center Road. Although the City does not currently anticipate extending a water main through the
intersection, staff are coordinating with ODOT to install an inactive, valved water main during roundabout
construction. The estimated City cost is $250,000 to $300,000. Installing the line now would avoid the cost
and disruption of cutting through the completed roundabout if future development requires a water
connection.
Mayor Primmer asked whether other utilities should be installed at the same time. Morgan stated that a
sewer extension through the intersection is not currently anticipated due to topography and that ODOT is
addressing stormwater needs as part of its project.
Geer/Harper Intersection
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that work at the Geer/Harper intersection is nearing completion,
and River Road has reopened to two-way traffic. Remaining work at the intersection is expected to be
completed soon. The railroad crossing itself will remain closed into the spring while the railroad completes

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its design and the crossing improvements, including crossing arms, are constructed. Mayor Primmer noted
that the schedule had been understood depending on the railroad’s work.
Orchard Ave Water Main
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Orchard Avenue water main replacement between SW
7th and SW 11th Streets is progressing well, with additional related work near SW 9th Street and Highway
207. Based on lessons learned from previous water main replacement projects, the City expanded the
scope to grind and resurface the full roadway rather than patch only the utility trench. Missing sidewalk
segments along Orchard Avenue are also being installed, particularly because of the street’s proximity to an
elementary school. The project is anticipated to be completed within the next one to two months.
Evelyn Ave. Sewer
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Evelyn Avenue sewer project is substantially complete.
The project addresses a longstanding sewer capacity bottleneck serving the southeast industrial and airport
area. It is the third phase of improvements identified to increase capacity along the corridor and is
approaching final closeout.
NW 2nd & Dogwood LID
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the N.W. 2nd Street Local Improvement District (LID) and the
city funded Dogwood Avenue improvements are nearing completion. The work includes paving and
sidewalks, with remaining utility adjustments before the roadway opens to traffic. The improvements will
provide an alternate route as ODOT installs traffic delineators along Elm Avenue near Highway 395 that will
restrict certain left turns.
Morgan stated that final LID costs will be reconciled after project closeout, and the resulting assessments
for adjoining properties are expected to be presented to City Council this winter. Current costs are
expected to be close to the original estimates.
Jennie Ave. LID
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Jennie Avenue LID will extend roadway improvements
from the existing dead end toward 10th Street, including paving, sidewalk, and drainage features sufficient
to accommodate two-way traffic. The project has been advertised for bids, with bids expected to open
soon. Staff anticipate seeking a contract award later in the fall and beginning construction in early 2027.
Gettman Road Extension (GRATE Phase 2)
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Gettman Road Extension, GRATE Phase 2, remains
dependent on securing the final right-of-way parcels. Most of the property needed has been acquired, but
negotiations continue for two parcels. A trial related to the remaining acquisitions is scheduled for the
second week of December. Once the City controls the full right of way, staff intend to proceed with final
design and subsequent construction. The extension is intended to connect Gettman Road with Highway 395
at Port Drive.
SE 10th Bridge (GRATE Phase 3)
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that GRATE Phase 3 will replace the existing one-lane bridge over
the canal at SE 10th Street with a two-lane bridge. Design is nearly complete, with bidding and contract

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award anticipated in November or December. Construction is planned for the winter while the canal is out
of service, with completion anticipated before irrigation water returns in the spring. The new bridge will
connect to the existing two-lane pavement; additional improvements along SE 10th Street may be needed
in future phases. Each lot in the new development to the southeast of the bridge was assessed $500 to help
fund this project.
ASR Update
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project has been
injecting water into the aquifer since May at approximately 1,300 gallons per minute. Approximately 260
million gallons had been injected as of the meeting. Staff are working toward an initial target of
approximately 400 million gallons, potentially reaching that amount before the end of March target.
Additional water quality testing will follow, with plans to inject approximately 800 million more gallons for
future recovery.
Morgan explained that the stored water will help meet seasonal demand and improve water supply
reliability. ASR Phase 2 will include above ground storage and delivery infrastructure necessary to provide
water at the rates customers require. This phase is entering design and is estimated to cost $10 million to
$15 million, funded by the data center developers requesting improvements.
OR 207 Sewer Main
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the OR 207 sewer main project, described during the
presentation as the Feedville Road and 11th Street sewer main, is nearing advertisement for bids. The
project will install a sanitary sewer connection along the corridor and tie into the existing system near 11th
Street. Staff anticipate awarding a contract during the winter and beginning construction in 2027.
RWTP UV Project
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the Recycled Water Treatment Plant ultraviolet (UV) project
is progressing. The project will replace chlorine disinfection with UV treatment to reduce chlorine
byproducts discharged to the Umatilla River or irrigation canal. A contract has been awarded for some
equipment, and design work is underway for the site improvements and structures needed to
accommodate the equipment. Construction is expected to proceed over the next several years. In response
to Mayor Primmer’s question, Morgan confirmed that the City did not receive a grant for the project.
PFAS
Assistant City Manager Morgan reported that the City has submitted its state grant application for PFASrelated projects and is awaiting the results. State officials recently indicated that applications were still
being scored. Morgan stated that the amount of funding awarded remains uncertain and will significantly
affect the City’s ability to schedule and fund other capital improvements, including projects currently on
hold.
Public Comment
None given.
Adjourn
Mayor Primmer adjourned the meeting at 5:50 p.m.

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Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Ordinance No. 2385 – Amend Article V of Chapter 33 titled Initiative and Referendum
Summary and Background
The City Council met on September 28, 2026 and on October 12, 2026, and was asked to
consider a proposed ordinance that amends Article V of Chapter 33 of the Hermiston Municipal
Code to establish a residency requirement for persons filing initiative or referendum petitions
for City measures. The amendment clarifies that a person filing such a petition must be a
resident of the City of Hermiston.
Oregon Constitution, Article IV, section 1(5), reserves the initiative and referendum powers to
the qualified voters of each municipality as to all local, special, and municipal legislation.
Section 33.60 of the Hermiston Municipal Code provides that, except as otherwise provided in
Chapter 33, the general laws of the State of Oregon concerning initiative and referendum apply
to any initiative or referendum of a City measure.
ORS 250.265 through 250.346 establish the procedures for initiative and referendum petitions
relating to city measures. Under ORS 250.265, before circulating a petition to initiate or refer a
city measure, the petitioner must file a prospective petition with the city elections officer. The
statute designates chief petitioners but does not specify residency or other qualifications for
the person filing the prospective petition.
Currently the only additional requirement related to initiatives and referendums is HMC 33.62
which establishes certain filing deadlines and procedures for initiative petitions.
Chapter 33 does not expressly identify who is qualified to file an initiative or referendum for a
City measure. ORS 250.005(2) defines "elector" as "an individual qualified to vote under
section 2, Article II, Oregon Constitution.
Requiring a person filing an initiative petition or referendum petition for a City measure to be a
resident of the City of Hermiston promotes local accountability and ensures that those seeking
to place measures on the City ballot have a direct stake in the outcome of such measures. It
will ensure that local legislation is initiated and referred by members of the community who will
be governed by the resulting enactments and who are directly affected by City policies. The
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proposed resident requirement will apply only to the person filing the prospective petition with
the City elections officer, not to petition circulators or signers.
At the September 28 meeting, the city council heard from staff, asked questions, and provided
comments regarding the amendment. The council was not unanimous in a roll call vote to
approve the proposed ordinance at a single meeting. The council did vote unanimously to
move the proposed ordinance to a second meeting for possible approval at the next meeting.
The City Council met on October 12, 2026, with five council members and the Mayor present
for a second meeting to approve Ordinance No 2385. The motion was made to approve the
ordinance and the council voted 4-1 in favor, but for an ordinance to pass under the city
charter rules, 5 councilors must vote in favor to approve so the ordinance failed. A motion was
called to reconsider approval of the ordinance and the councilors present voted unanimously to
reconsider at the next meeting.

Tie-In to Council Goals
N/A
Fiscal Information
N/A
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Adopt Ordinance No. 2385
2. Amend Ordinance No. 2385
3. Reject Ordinance No. 2385
Recommended Action/Motion
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2385 as presented
Submitted By:
Richard Tovey
Byron Smith

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ORDINANCE NO. 2385
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE V “INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM” OF
CHAPTER 33 OF THE HERMISTON MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, Article V of Chapter 33 of the Hermiston Municipal Code is titled Initiative
and Referendum; and
WHEREAS, §33.60 of the Hermiston Municipal Code provides that, except as
provided in Chapter 33, the general laws of the state concerning initiative and referendum
apply to any initiative or referendum of a city measure; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 33 further establishes filing deadlines for initiative petitions but
nothing regarding who may file an initiative or referendum of a city measure; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to define the qualifications of a
petitioner to file an initiative petition or referendum of a city measure; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that requiring a person filing an initiative or
referendum for a city measure to be a resident of the City of Hermiston promotes local
accountability and is in the best interest of the City. Now therefore,
THE CITY OF HERMISTON ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
(New language is in red and underlined and repealed language has a line through it.)
Section 1. Article V of Chapter 33 of the Hermiston Municipal Code is amended as
follows:
ARTICLE V INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM
§ 33.60 ADOPTION OF STATE LAW.
Except as provided in this chapter, the general laws and administrative rules of the state
concerning initiative and referendum shall apply to any initiative or referendum of a city
measure.
§ 33.61 FILING DEADLINE FOR INITIATIVE PETITIONS.
The date the first signature of an initiative petition is affixed shall be no later than 90 days
after the issuance of the ballot title for the measure, and the initiative petition shall be filed with
the City Recorder for certification and approval no later than 180 days after the date the first
signature on the petition has been affixed.
§ 33.62 CHIEF PETITIONERS FOR INITIATIVE, REFERENDUM TO BE ELECTORS
OF THE CITY OF HERMISTON
No petition for initiative or referendum filed with the city shall be valid unless all Chief
Petitioners are qualified electors under state law and reside within the city at the time of filing
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and remain qualified electors and a resident of the city through the entire initiative or referendum
process, including the election.
Section 2. All other provisions of the Hermiston Municipal Code remain unchanged and in
full effect.
Section 3. The City Recorder is hereby authorized to correct any scrivener’s errors and to
conform the revisions to the Hermiston Municipal Code with appropriate numbering.
Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect on the 30th day after its adoption.

ADOPTED by the Common Council this 26th day of October 2026.
SIGNED by the Mayor this 26th day of October 2026.

___________________________________
Doug Primmer, MAYOR

ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Heather KP La Beau, DEPUTY CITY RECORDER

ORDINANCE NO. 2385

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Section 11, ItemB.

Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Adoption of Resolution No. 2444 –Amendment to IGA for IT services with the Port of Umatilla.

Summary and Background
The Port of Umatilla entered into an IGA with the City July 1, 2025 with the term ending in
2028 and have asked to amend the IGA to change from an as needed service model to a
dedicated hours per month model.
Tie-In to Council Goals
N/A
Fiscal Information
$1040 monthly for approximately 8 hours of service per month at $130/hour.
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2444 and attached Amended IGA.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2444 and attached Amended IGA with minor modifications.
3. Direct staff to make major changes to Resolution No. 2436 and/or the attached
Amended IGA and return at a later date.
Recommended Action/Motion
Adopt Resolution No. 2444 and attached Amended IGA without modification.
Submitted By:
Richard Tovey
Byron Smith

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RESOLUTION NO. 2444
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE PORT OF UMATILLA FOR
THE CITY OF HERMISTON TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SERVICES AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL
NECESSARY DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
WHEREAS, the City of Hermiston (“City”) has established a full-service internal
Information Technology (“IT”) department; and
WHEREAS, the City has the means to provide ongoing IT services to additional agencies
outside of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Port of Umatilla (“Port”) entered into an intergovernmental
agreement for IT services commencing on July 1, 2025, with the term ending June 30, 2028,
have proposed to amend the section titled “Consideration” of the Agreement by changing from
an as needed model to a paying for hours per month service model; and
WHEREAS, City staff believe it is in the best interest of the City to approve and execute
the Amendment as attached.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HERMISTON RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

1. That the First Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for Ongoing
Information Technology Services between the City of Hermiston and the Port of
Umatilla is hereby approved.
2. That the City Manager is authorized to sign the First Amendment to the
Intergovernmental Agreement for Ongoing Information Technology Services.
3. That this resolution is effective immediately upon its passage.
PASSED by the Common Council this 26th day of October 2026.
SIGNED by the Mayor this 26th day of October 2026.

___________________________________
Doug Primmer, MAYOR

ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Heather KP La Beau, DEPUTY CITY RECORDER

RESOLUTION NO. 2444

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Section 11, ItemC.

Members of Committees and Boards

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Resolution 2445 - Sherman Park Contract Award
Summary and Background
The City of Hermiston received funding through the Oregon Parks and Recreation
Department’s Local Government Grant Program to develop Sherman Park, identified as
Cimmaron Park in the original grant agreement. The approved project includes playground
equipment, sidewalks, landscaping, irrigation and other improvements necessary to develop
the property into a new public park.
Construction bids were opened on August 18, 2026, with three bids received. Silver Creek
Contracting LLC submitted the lowest bid at $451,288.22. This exceeded the Landscape
Architect’s estimate of $290,000 and the City’s available construction budget.
City staff and Anderson Perry & Associates worked with Silver Creek Contracting to value
engineer the project and identify portions of the work that could be purchased separately or
completed outside the primary construction contract. Silver Creek accepted the proposed
changes, reducing its contract amount by $204,068.03 to $247,220.19.
The City will purchase the playground equipment separately and contract for its installation.
Following completion of the contract documents, the City anticipates beginning construction
with the goal of opening Sherman Park in late Spring 2027.
Tie-In to Council Goals
City Facilities: Public facilities that meet the community needs of today and the future
Wellness: A Healthy Community
Fiscal Information
The Local Government Grant Program agreement establishes the following project funding:
 OPRD LGGP grant funding: $302,736, or 60% of eligible project costs
 City of Hermiston match: $201,824, or 40%
 Total approved project cost: $504,560
The City’s required match consists of $182,000 in land-acquisition value and $19,824 in City
budgeted funds. Grant funds are provided on a reimbursement basis at 60% of eligible project
expenses, up to the maximum grant award of $302,736.

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Silver Creek Contracting LLC’s original bid was $451,288.22. Following value engineering and
scope negotiations, the proposed contract award is $247,220.19, representing a reduction of
$204,068.03.
The Silver Creek contract covers the primary site-development work, including demolition and
site preparation, grading, concrete walkways and curbing, selected landscaping and irrigation,
utilities, fencing, signage, playground base preparation and erosion control. Playground
equipment and installation, sod, the picnic shelter, benches, receptacles, the drinking fountain
and other selected amenities will be purchased or completed separately by the City. These
items remain part of the overall Sherman Park project but are not included in the Silver Creek
contract.
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Approve Resolution 2445
2. Reject Resolution 2445
Recommended Action/Motion:
Motion to approve Resolution 2445
Submitted By:
Brandon Artz, Parks & Recreation Director

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HERMISTON PARKS & RECREATION DISTRICT PROJECT LOCATED NORTH EAST OF DOWNTOWN
HERMISTON, OREGON. THE PROJECT WORK INVOLVES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: EROSION CONTROL;
ACCESS DRIVE AND STREET FRONT PEDESTRIAN WALKS, ON-SITE PARKING, PARK SIGNAGE AND
WAYFINDING, GATES AND FENCING, GAZEBO STRUCTURE, PICNIC TABLES AND BENCHES, SHADE
STRUCTURES, PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT; AND NEW PLANTING AND IRRIGATION.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2445
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE SHERMAN PARK PROJECT
AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE CONTRACT ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY
WHEREAS, the City of Hermiston (“City”) desires to develop Sherman Park as a new
public park that will include playground equipment, sidewalks, landscaping, irrigation, site
furnishings, utilities and other supporting improvements; and
WHEREAS, notice was published and three bids were received, with Silver Creek
Contracting LLC being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder at $451,288.22; and
WHEREAS, the original bid exceeded the City’s available construction budget, and the
City and Silver Creek Contracting LLC subsequently negotiated changes to the project scope and
contract price, resulting in a revised contract amount of $247,220.19; and
WHEREAS, the City has funds available for this project, including funding through the
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s Local Government Grant Program and required City
matching funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HERMISTON RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the contract for the Sherman Park Project is awarded to Silver Creek
Contracting LLC in the amount of $247,220.19.
2. That the City Manager be, and is, hereby authorized to execute and deliver a
contract for the Sherman Park Project to Silver Creek Contracting LLC, with such
changes, additions, deletions and modifications as the City Manager may approve.
3. That this resolution is effective immediately upon its passage.

PASSED by the Common Council this 26th day of October 2026.
SIGNED by the Mayor this 26th day of October 2026.

___________________________________
Doug Primmer, MAYOR

ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Heather KP La Beau, DEPUTY CITY RECORDER
RESOLUTION NO. 2445

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Section 11, ItemD.

Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Resolution 2446: Jennie Ave. (LID 324) Contract Award.

Summary
This resolution will authorize staff to award a contract to construct the Jennie Avenue (LID324)
project.
Background
City Council approved Ordinance 2383 on August 24th, which created Local Improvement District
(LID) 324. LID 324 will develop approximately a half mile of new roadway by extending Jennie
Avenue between NE 8th Place and NE 10th Street. The roadway will be constructed as a typical
local street to the centerline of the right of way, as well as an additional 11’ of paving on the north
side of the right of way to accommodate two-way traffic.
Tie-In to Council Goals
City Facilities: Public facilities that meet the community needs of today and the future
Fiscal Information
Bids were opened on October 20 as follows:
Bolen Construction LLC
$692,835.00
Culbert Construction, Inc.
$723,744.00
Wickwire Contracting LLC
$773,250.00
Premier Excavation, Inc.
$787,987.75
Humbert Asphalt, Inc.
$795,387.50
Crestline Construction
$801,175.00
Corridor Contractors
$802,637.50
Silver Creek Contracting LLC
$809,302.49
C&E Trenching LLC
$859,790.00
Engineer’s Estimate
$890,000.00

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This project will be primarily paid for by the benefitting properties within the LID, with the City of
Hermiston taxpayers contributing a portion to be determined by City Council upon final
completion of the roadway.
The Preliminary Engineering Report relied upon in formation of the LID originally estimated the
construction cost to be $862,000, along with a 20% contingency of $172,000 for a total of
$1,034,000. Given the nature of preliminary engineering estimates, a 20% contingency is
standard practice. Upon awarding a final contract price, it is typical to revise the contingency
budget figure down to 10% of the contracted amount. Therefore, it is now estimated that the
construction cost, with a 10% allowance for unforeseen changes in conditions, will total
$762,000. This translates to an expected cost savings of $272,000. Given that the entire
project cost (design, construction, contingency, oversight, etc.) in the PER was $1,206,000, it
is currently estimated that the final total costs to the LID stakeholders will come in
approximately 20% to 30% below the original estimates which were published during LID
formation.
Finally, it is important to note that approval of Resolution 2446 only awards the construction
contract. It does not assign, or apportion, assessments to any of the benefitting properties.
The final assignment and levying of charges will be done some time in mid-2027 after the
project has been completed and all final costs have been tabulated and reconciled.

Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Approve Resolution 2446
2. Reject Resolution 2446
3. Table Resolution 2446
Recommended Action/Motion
Approve Resolution 2446
Submitted By:
Mark Morgan

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ANDERSON PERRY & ASSOCIATES, INC.
243 E. MAIN STREET
HERMISTON, OREGON 97838

BID TABULATION
BID OPENING
City of Hermiston, Oregon
October 20, 2026
E. Jennie Avenue Local Improvement 11:00 a.m. Local Time
District Roadway Improvements

TOTAL BID
PRICE

BIDDER

First-Tier
Form? (Y or
N)

Bolen Construction LLC

$692,835.00

Y

Culbert Construction, Inc.

$723,744.00

Y

Wickwire Contracting LLC

$773,250.00

Y

Premier Excavation, Inc.

$787,987.75

Y

Humbert Asphalt, Inc.

$795,387.50

Y

Crestline Construction

$801,175.00

Y

Corridor Contractors

$802,637.50

N

Silver Creek Contracting LLC

$809,302.49

N

C&E Trenching LLC

$859,790.00

N

Engineer’s Estimate

$890,000.00

NOTE: Bid information is preliminary and is under review.
tmpC4F3

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Section 11, ItemD.

RESOLUTION NO. 2446
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 324 PROJECT CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN
THE CONTRACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY

WHEREAS, the City of Hermiston (“City”) desires to complete E Jennie Avenue and has
instituted Local Improvement District No. 324 (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Project shall consist of approximately 2307 linear feet of street
improvement, to include including 5-foot sidewalk on the south side, an infiltration swale, a ribbon
curb, one 6-foot parking lane on the south side, and two 11-foot travel lanes (a half-street
improvement plus 10 feet of additional paving to allow for two-way traffic; and
WHEAREAS, the Project has been designed and a request for bids was issued; and
WHEREAS, notice was published, and bids were received from multiple bidders with
Bolen Construction LLC being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder at $692,835.00; and
WHEREAS, the City has funds available for the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HERMISTON RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the contract for the construction of the Local Improvement District No. 324
project is awarded to Bolen Construction LLC.
2. That City Manager be, and is, hereby authorized to execute and deliver a contract
for the construction of the Local Improvement District No. 324 project to Bolen
Construction LLC with such changes, additions, deletions, and modifications as the
City Manager may approve.
3. That this resolution is effective immediately upon its passage.
PASSED by the Common Council this 26th day of October 2026.
SIGNED by the Mayor this 26th day of October 2026.

_____________________________________
Doug Primmer, MAYOR

ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Heather KP La Beau, DEPUTY CITY RECORDER

RESOLUTION NO. 2446

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Section 11, ItemE.

Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
Resolution No. 2447 Validation of Aquatics Center Project
Summary and Background
Since the 2016 Livable Hermiston planning effort, an indoor aquatic/recreation facility has been
identified as a community priority. It has been a City Council goal for many years. The City’s
Parks, Recreation and Open Space plan and the Hermiston 2040 Community Action Plan each
identified this type of project as a priority.
The City Council’s 2025 goal setting process, the Council directed staff to make a final effort to
determine the feasibility of this potential project. Staff has been working with potential regional
partners and with other knowledgeable partners to determine construction and operating costs.
Tie-In to Council Goals
Action 2.1 of the 2026 Goal Setting Report
Fiscal Information
Between $850,000 and $1,000,000 to complete the validation process. This amount could be
paid from our existing enterprise zone revenues and will be a portion of the overall project cost.
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives:
1.
2.

Approval of Resolution No. 2447
Direct staff to pause work on the Hermiston Aquatic Wellness Center.

Recommendation:
Approval of Resolution No. 2447
Submitted By:
Byron D. Smith
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Section 11, ItemE.

RESOLUTION NO. 2447
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF A VALIDATION PROCESS TO
BETTER UNDERSTAND THE CAPITAL AND OPERATING COSTS OF AN INDOOR
AQUATIC AND WELLNESS CENTER.
WHEREAS, in 2016 the Livable Hermiston Committee identified an indoor aquatic facility
as a community priority; and
WHEREAS, in 2018 and 2019 the City Council initially identified an indoor aquatic facility
as an official council goal; and
WHEREAS, in 2018 a community task force developed an initial project scope and estimated
cost; and
WHEREAS, in 2020 the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space planning process showed that
60% of respondents selected “indoor aquatics/swimming” as the #1 priority; and
WHEREAS, in 2022 the Hermiston 2040 Community Action Plan identifies indoor recreation
and aquatic center as the #1 goal; and
WHEREAS, in 2024 and 2025 a regional multi-industry task force organized by City Manager
Smith met five times to determine the viability of an indoor aquatic/recreation facility; and
WHEREAS, in 2026 public feedback was sought and received related to community interest
in an indoor aquatic/recreation facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HERMISTON RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
1. That it is expedient and necessary to conduct a final validation process to determine the feasibility
of constructing an indoor aquatic/recreation facility.
2. That the city manager shall make, and is hereby instructed to follow a process as outlined in
the attached slide show presentation and prepare a report outlining the findings and making a
recommendation on the feasibility of constructing an indoor aquatic/recreation facility.
3. That this resolution is effective immediately upon its passage.
PASSED by the Common Council this 26th day of October 2026.
SIGNED by the Mayor this 26th day of October 2026.

___________________________________
Doug Primmer, MAYOR

ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Heather KP La Beau, DEPUTY CITY RECORDER
RESOLUTION NO. 2447

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Section 12, ItemA.

Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
September 2026 Quarterly Investment Report

Summary and Background
This is a quarterly summary of the investment activity of city funds.
Tie-In to Council Goals
Fiscal Prudence
Fiscal Information
See Report
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
NONE
Recommended Action/Motion
Recommend/Request acceptance of the September 2026 Quarterly Investment Report as
presented.
Submitted By:
Ignacio Palacios, Finance Director
Byron D. Smith, City Manager

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Section 12, ItemA.

Investment Report
Quarter Ended
September 30, 2026

46

Section 12, ItemA.

Investment Report
The investment report provided presents a summary of the City’s investments quarterly. The primary purpose
of this report is to summarize the City’s investments with activity for the past quarter. The summary includes
the beginning and ending balances and transactions that occurred affecting the city’s investments.

FY 2026-2027 Quarterly Investment Report
City of Hermiston
Quarter Ending September 30, 2026
Net Gain (Loss)
or Interest
Investment Type
Beginning
Change
Money Markets (MM) $
64,063 $
(53,680) $
224 $
Corporate Bonds
8,023,985
(7,887)
92,921
Municipal Bonds
1,332,452
(60,730)
10,613
Government Bonds
747,940
(5,090)
General
6,990,706
78,187
Building
1,000,000
893
Utilities
4,397,908
44,559
Reserves
1,187,910
12,036
HURA
4,691,010
(50,000)
47,254
Construction
7,518,163
(5,500,000)
27,889
Total Investments

$ 34,954,137 $

(4,677,387) $

314,576 $

Ending
(31) $
10,576
(2,513)
8,106,506
(440)
1,281,895
(189)
742,661
7,068,893
1,000,893
4,442,467
1,199,946
4,688,264
2,046,052

% of
Portfolio
0.0%
26.5%
4.2%
2.4%
23.1%
3.3%
14.5%
3.9%
15.3%
6.7%

(3,173) $ 30,588,152

100.0%

Fees

Investment Summaries
Total investments ending September 30, 2026, were approximately $30.6 million, including $20.5 million held
in the Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) and $10.1 million in Fidelity investments.

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Section 12, ItemA.

LGIP change is due to net of cashflow ‘invested’ in short term investments and funds redemptions for various
cashflow needs (construction projects, city obligations, etc.).

Fidelity investments follow the city’s adopted investment policy and reflect balances held for future returns.

3

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Section 12, ItemA.

Interest earnings for the totaled $315k (Fidelity - $104k and LGIP - $211k, respectively). Total average interest
earned totaled 1.0% of total investments held.

4

49

Section 12, ItemB.

Mayor and Members of the City Council

STAFF REPORT
For the Meeting of October 26, 2026
Title/Subject
September 2026 Monthly Financial Report
Summary and Background
This is the monthly overview of the previous month’s financial position reflecting year-to-date
activity.
Tie-In to Council Goals
Fiscal Prudence
Fiscal Information
See Report
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
NONE
Recommended Action/Motion
Recommend/Request acceptance of the September 2026 Financial Report as presented.
Submitted By:
Ignacio Palacios, Finance Director
Byron D. Smith, City Manager

50

Section 12, ItemB.

September 2026
Financial Report

Department of Finance
September 2026
(Unaudited)
Includes the Hermiston Urban Renewal Agency

51

Section 12, ItemB.

The FY2026-27 budget for the Urban Renewal Agency is $6,482,100. This includes $44,000 in HURA general
fund for materials and services, $5,815,000 for the NHURA project and debt service, $3,000 for parking
improvements, $3,000 for Festival Street, $3,000 for landscape improvement, $60,000 for façade grants,
$552,000 in nondepartmental and $2,100 in SHURA held in contingency.

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Section 12, ItemB.

Hermiston Urban Rewewal Agency (HURA)
HURA Capital Projects Report
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
YTD
Ending Sep 30 Expenditures

North First Street Improvement Project

$

5,200,000

$

-

Project
Budget

Project To-Date
Expenditures

$ 5,200,000 $

1,198,621

%
Complete

0.00%

North First Street Improvement Project ($5,200,000)
The project will build a new street connecting N. First Street and NE4th Street, extending between NE Aspen
Drive and the Home Depot access drive.
Current Update: Engineering design is progressing. ODOT is reviewing the street approach design. The Bureau
of Reclamation is reviewing the ditch crossing and easement width reduction.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
General Fund Resources
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
General Fund Resources Summary

Through September 30, 2026
(in $1,000)

$9,000

Actual Rev
Mthly

Proj Rev Mthly Rev Proj Mthly

Var Fav/
(Unfav)

%
Var

$8,000

Jul

$

3,157

$

3,157

$

2,233

$

(923)

$7,000

Aug

$

874

$

874

$

1,098

$

224

26%

$6,000

Sep

$

352

$

352

$

927

$

575

163%

-

(124)

-0.6%

$5,000
$4,000
$3,000

Oct

$

1,004

$

1,004

$

Nov

$

8,129

$

8,129

$

-

Dec

$

1,705

$

1,705

$

-

Ja n

$

1,371

$

1,371

$

$2,000

Feb

$

1,191

$

1,191

$

-

$1,000

Ma r

$

396

$

396

$

-

$0

Proj Rev Mthly

Actual Rev Mthly

Apr

$

927

$

927

$

-

Ma y

$

883

$

883

$

-

Jun

$

731

$

731

$

Total YTD

20,721

Ca s h Fwd
Total

20,721

2,600
$

23,321

20,721

4,259

$

$

-29%

-

-

0%

4,259

(124)

-0.6%

Estimated General Fund revenues for the 2026-27 fiscal year are $23,320,700. Projected year-to-date
revenues were $4,383,085 compared to actual revenues of $4,258,924, an unfavorable variance of
$124,161 or 2.8%.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
General Fund Expenditures
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
General Fund Expenditure Summary

Through September 30, 2026
(in $1,000)
Proj Exp Mthly

$2,500
$2,000
$1,500
$1,000
$500
$0
July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Proj Exp Mthly

Actual Exp Mthly

Actual Exp
Mthly

Proj Exp

Var Fav/
(Unfav)

%
Var

Jul y

$

1,995

$

1,995

$

1,887

$

109

Aug

$

2,036

$

2,036

$

1,862

$

174

9%

Sep

$

1,905

$

1,905

$

1,539

$

366

19%

Oct

$

1,874

$

1,874

$

-

Nov

$

1,878

$

1,878

$

-

Dec

$

1,976

$

1,976

$

-

Ja n

$

1,939

$

1,939

$

-

Feb

$

1,725

$

1,725

$

-

Ma r

$

1,833

$

1,833

$

-

Apr

$

2,051

$

2,051

$

-

Ma y

$

2,008

$

2,008

$

-

Jun

$

2,099

$

2,099

$

2.8%

Total YTD

23,321

Contngcy
Total

$

23,321

$

5%

23,321

5,287

649

-

-

-

0%

649

2.8%

23,321

$

5,287

$

Projected General Fund year-to-date expenditures were $23,320,700 and $5,936,333 through month-todate. The actual expenditure was $5,287,337, which is $648,996 less than projected YTD for a variance of
10.9%.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY 2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
General Fund Expenditure Detail
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
General Fund Expenditures
by Department
Annual Budgeted
Exp
Projected Exp YTD
City Counci l

Actual Exp YTD

Var Fav/
(Unfav)

% Var Fav/
(Unfav)

70,300

15,791

12,392

3,398

22%

1,484,800

371,200

349,661

21,539

6%

488,900

122,225

97,150

25,075

21%

1,004,550

236,193

210,805

25,388

11%

3,048,550

745,409

670,008

75,401

10%

Tra ns porta ti on

466,000

103,301

99,501

3,800

4%

Airport

440,150

139,885

160,214

(20,329)

-15%

Pa rks

946,150

289,089

267,288

21,801

8%

Pa rks /Uti li ty La nds ca ping

119,350

37,480

37,816

(336)

-1%

Pool

743,350

430,148

328,992

101,155

24%

Munici pa l Bui l di ngs

176,670

44,168

45,632

(1,464)

-3%

1,225,850

323,846

243,578

80,268

25%

Recrea ti on

885,600

261,039

215,324

45,715

18%

Communi ty Center

294,550

68,731

60,775

7,956

12%

Ha rkenrider Center

164,130

40,840

30,319

10,521

26%

Total Public Services

5,461,800

1,738,526

1,489,439

249,087

14%

785,500

200,577

185,540

15,036

7%

Poli ce Opera tions

9,903,150

2,221,397

2,360,962

(139,565)

-6%

Total Public Safety

10,688,650

2,421,974

2,546,502

(124,529)

-5%

Non-Depa rtmenta l

4,121,700

1,030,425

581,387

449,038

44%

Una ppropri a ted

0

0

0

0

0%

Total Non-Dept

4,121,700

1,030,425

581,387

449,038

44%

Total

23,320,700

5,936,333

5,287,337

648,997

10.9%

City Ma na ger/Lega l
City Pl a nni ng
Fina nce
Total Administration

Li bra ry

Court

For September, FY2027
Total Administration is $75,401 less than YTD projected. Total Public Services are $249,087 less than YTD
projected. Public Safety is $124,529 more than YTD projected. Non-Departmental is $449,038 less than
YTD projected.

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Section 12, ItemB.

The General Fund balance at the end of September 2026 is approximately $6,651,000 which is 2.3295 times
the current Minimum Reserve requirement of $2,855,100.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
Special Revenue Funds Report
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026

Special Revenue Funds
Resources & Requirements
2026-27
Annual Budget

Actual YTD

Remaining
Budget

Res ources

1,292,500

321,701

970,799

Expendi tures

1,281,500

667

1,280,833

02 Bonded Debt Fund

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

11,000

N/A

N/A

422,400

1,202,600

05 Transient Room Tax (TRT)
Res ources

1,625,000

Expendi tures

1,625,000

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

384,219

1,240,781

N/A

N/A

08 Reserve Fund
Res ources

28,485,878

3,841,052

24,644,826

Expendi tures

28,485,878

1,938,899

26,546,979

N/A

N/A

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

11 Miscellaneous Special Revenue
Res ources

158,000

-

158,000

Expendi tures

158,000

-

158,000

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

N/A

N/A

19 Christmas Express Special Revenue
Res ources

61,000

-

61,000

Expendi tures

61,000

1,915

59,085

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

N/A

N/A

20 Law Enforcemnent Special Revenue
Res ources

69,000

-

69,000

Expendi tures

-

-

-

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

69,000

N/A

N/A

23 Enterprise Zone Project Fund
Res ources

10,030,300

500,000

9,530,300

Expendi tures

10,030,300

521,742

9,508,558

N/A

N/A

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

Beginning with the 2016-17
fiscal year, the City began
distinguishing within the funds
some part of ending fund
balance as contingency and
some as reserved for future
expenditure. The contingency
is included in appropriations
while the reserve for future
expenditure is
unappropriated.

The City uses multiple Special
Revenue funds to account for
revenues that are restricted to
expenditure for particular
purposes. They include funds
for debt service, economic
development, parks and
recreation, capital projects,
and grants.
Since these funds are not
operational in nature and used
for specific purposes from
year-to-year, their expenditure
does not typically follow a
predictable pattern so budget
variances are not calculated for
them.

24 Building Inspections
Res ources

6,145,000

551,379

5,593,621

Expendi tures

6,145,000

284,162

5,860,838

N/A

N/A
6,504,615

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

25 EOTEC Operations
Res ources

6,636,000

131,385

Expendi tures

6,636,000

1,997,820

4,638,180

N/A

N/A

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

26 IT Services
Res ources

1,680,259

471,235

1,209,024

Expendi tures

1,680,259

455,093

1,225,166

N/A

N/A

Una ppropri a ted Ba l a nce

-

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY 2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center (EOTEC) Fund

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
EOTEC Fund
2026-2027
Annual Budget Projected YTD*

Actual YTD

Variance
Fav/(Unfav)

% Variance

Events

367,000

91,750

30,385

(61,365)

-67%

TRT/TPA

304,000

76,000

76,000

0

0%

Mi s c.

5,965,000

1,491,250

25,000

(1,466,250)

-98%

Tota l Revenues

6,636,000

1,659,000

131,385

(1,527,615)

-92%

Pers onnel

589,760

147,440

146,946

494

0%

Ma teri a l s a nd Servi ces

408,800

102,200

113,349

(11,149)

-11%

Ca pi ta l

5,556,040

1,389,010

1,696,825

(307,815)

-22%

Tra ns fers

81,400

20,350

40,700

(20,350)
0

-100%

Tota l Expens es

6,636,000

1,659,000

1,997,820

(338,820)

-20%

This fund is projected on the straight-line, 3/12th revenue or expense per month.
Projected revenues to date are $1,659,000 and actual year-to-date revenues are $131,385 or an
unfavorable variance of 92%.
Projected expenditures to date are $1,659,000 and actual year-to-date expenditures are $1,997,820 or an
unfavorable variance of 20%.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-2027 Monthly Financial Report
Utility and Street Funds Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
Utility and Street Funds Report
Res ources & Expendi tures
2026-2027
Annual Budget

Projected YTD

Variance
Fav/(Unfav)

% Variance

Res ources

2,935,887

493,472

449,379

(44,093)

-9%

Expendi tures

2,635,887

658,972

407,039

251,933

38%

Conti ngency

300,000

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Res ources

19,767,212

3,416,489

4,370,411

953,922

28%

Expendi tures

18,792,212

4,698,053

3,950,976

747,077

16%

Conti ngency

975,000

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Res ources

13,933,000

2,983,250

2,999,778

16,528

1%

Expendi tures

12,524,915

3,131,229

2,359,357

771,872

25%

Conti ngency

1,408,085

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Res ources

3,760,000

740,000

756,552

16,552

2%

Expendi tures

3,610,000

902,500

821,904

80,596

9%

Conti ngency

150,000

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Actual YTD

04 Street Fund

06 Utility Fund

13 HES Fund

15 Regional Water Fund

All four of these funds are projected on a straight line, 3/12th of budgeted expense or revenue per month.
Revenues for the Street Fund are $44,093 less than projected. Expenditures are $251,933 less than projected.
Revenues in the Utility Funds are $953,922 more than projected. Expenditures are $747,077 less than
projection.
The HES Fund revenue is $16,528 more than projected. Expenditures are $771,872 less than projected.
The Regional Water Fund revenues are $16,552 more than projected. Expenditure is $80,596 less than
projected.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

FY-TD
Expenditures

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Geer & Harper Re-alignment ($1,700,000)
This intersection needs to be reconstructed to improve traffic/pedestrian access and ensure connectivity to
property east of N. 1st Place. The current configuration makes access difficult for large trucks and traffic backs
up on Harper Road during busy times during the day.
Current Update: Paving occurred in September in preparation for reopening N 1st and Geer/Harper for traffic.
UPRR continues work on crossing design for construction in the Spring.
Gettman Road Extension ROA ($650,000)
Gettman Road Extension right of way acquisition project.
Current Update: Acquisition has closed on approximately 76% of the proposed Right of Way. Negotiations
continue the remaining 24%.
SE 10th Street Bridge Improvements ($600,000)
Replaces and widens the bridge across the ‘A’ Line Canal.
Current Update: Design proceeding, with construction planned on a timeline inverse from normal, with SE 10th
requiring closure and bridge replacement over the winter of ’26-’27 to accommodate when water is not in the
canal.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Dogwood Street ($425,000)
The existing gravel roadway will be replaced with a fully developed street, including curb/gutters/sidewalk.
Current Update: Paving occurred in October in preparation for reopening to traffic in October.
RWS Backup Generators ($5,000,000)
To provide backup power supply to the regional water system.
Current Update: Delivery of those long-lead-time items is not anticipated until Winter 26/27, with installation
work anticipated to be coordinated around planned outages by the system users throughout 2027.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

AWS System Expansion- RWS ($29,449,400)
Amazon Web Services is paying to extend the City-owned 16” water main in Feedville Road approximately 7,000
feet to connect with the City’s other existing water infrastructure in Kelli Blvd. This project will also upgrade
various pumps and motors in the Regional Water System and chlorinate and perform the necessary functions
to convert the line to carry potable water. AWS is also paying the City to design a second, permanent, 24” nonpotable water main in Feedville Road. Additionally, this will construct an aquifer and associated storage system.
Current Update: ASR Testing Complete. The initial round of recharge began at a rate of 1,350 gallons per
minute, putting the project on track to recharge between 400 million and 500 million gallons by April. For
reference, this is equal to about 1/3 of the entire city’s water usage for an entire year.
Orchard Water Line Replacement ($1,700,000)
Replaces 3,200 feet of water main line along W. Orchard Ave. between S.W. 7th St. and S.W. 11th St., and along
SW. 9th St. between W. Orchard Ave. and W. Juniper Ave.
Current Update: Construction continued on schedule in September in preparation for paving in October.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

%
Complete

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Well #6 Reservoir Painting ($115,000)
Sandblasting, priming, and painting all exterior surfaces to maintain useful life of the reservoir.
Current Updates
No substantial work started.
E. Highland Avenue Line Replacement ($1,410,000)
Replaces existing water main and tees, valves and service lines on E. Highland between S.E. 6th and S.E 10th
streets.
Current Updates
Design work has been taken through 60% design and paused. The project will be put on hold until more is
known about grant funding for upcoming PFAS projects.
View Drive Booster Upgrade ($1,020,000)
Reconstructs the pump station in an aboveground structure to provide sufficient room for operation and
maintenance. Pumps will be resized to meet future demands for service in the area, along with installation of
new pumps, valves, controls, and electrical systems.
Current Updates
The project has been put on hold until more is known about grant funding for upcoming PFAS projects.
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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Well # 6 Chlorination ($1,000,000)
The chlorine room at Well No. 6 is 5 feet by 8 feet and too small for its current use and is constructed of
fiberglass. It was originally constructed to occasionally store chlorination equipment. It is now in constant use
and has been damaged during the exchange of chlorine cylinders. A larger building will allow more efficient
operation of the well.
Current Update: Work continued on schedule throughout October.
Well #4 Control System ($530,000)
The 2,500-gallon per minute Well No. 4 pump was designed in the 1960s and is obsolete. The control system is
unreliable and inefficient, and the piping system has been dismantled to use for parts in other systems. The
station experiences large pressure fluctuations and configuring the pump control valve is challenging. The pump
house also needs to be updated to ensure reliability during peak demands.
Current Updates
Contractor has re-mobilized, and work will progress through the Fall.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Lift Station #5 Wetwell Upgrades ($150,000)
Lift Station No. 5 is one of the city’s newer lift stations. There is paint flaking on the pumps and hydrogen sulfide
corrosion on interior surfaces from the raw sewage. Without upgrades, the mechanical equipment will need
premature replacement.
Current Update: Design will begin soon.
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity Sewer Line Replacement ($480,000)
Multiple deficiencies exist in the pipe segments, including structural failures, sagging, root intrusions, and
separated joints that cause blockages hindering sewer flow and require the City to clean this line monthly. Newly
installed pipe will save maintenance costs and drastically reduce the likelihood of blockages, mitigating the
potential for sewage backing up into local residences.
Current Update: Project reached substantial completion, with the roadway reopened to traffic, and final punch
list items being finalized.
Lift Station #7 Rebuild ($950,000)
Upgrade to electrical and control systems, replaces duplex pumps and mechanical pumps, rails, and valves and
planned safety improvements to surrounding sidewalk.
Current Update: Delays in some material acquisition by the contractor is likely to push actual construction in
to the Winter/Spring.
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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

Recycled Water Treatment Plant UV Upgrades ($1,500,000)
Replaces existing gas chlorine treatment equipment at the Recycled Water Treatment Plant with an ultra-violet
light process.
Current Updates
Contract awarded for equipment. Long lead-times will place the bulk of installation costs in 2027/28.
East Theater Lane Lift Station ($950,000)
E Theater Lane will construct a new sewer lift station near E Theater and NE 14th to facilitate efficient
development of future housing development.
Current Update: Design is in process.
AWS Cooling Discharge ($5,500,000)
Amazon Web Services is partnering with the City to design a temporary discharge solution for their non-contact
cooling water which is used to cool their facilities. This solution will require installation of a lift station and
approximately 10,600 feet of a new discharge water main in Feedville and Highway 207.
Current Update: Design is nearing completion. Bid opening anticipated in Fall.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Utilities/Streets Capital Projects Report

For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget

Geer & Harper Re-alignment
$ 1,700,000 $
Gettman Road Extension ROA
400,000
SE 10th Street Bridge Upgrades
500,000
Dogwood Street
425,000
RWS Backup Generators
400,000
AWS System Expansion - RWS
3,000,000
Orchard Water Line Replacement
1,700,000
Well #6 Reservoir Painting
115,000
E Highland Avenue Line Replacement
1,410,000
View Dr Booster Upgrade
1,020,000
Well #6 Chlorination
700,000
Well #4 Control System
530,000
Lift Station #5 Rebuild
150,000
E. Evelyn Avenue Gravity SL Replacemen
350,000
Lift Station #7 Rebuild
950,000
RW Treatment Plant UV Improvement
1,500,000
E. Theater Lane Lift Station
950,000
AWS Cooling Discharge
5,500,000
LID 323 - NW 2nd Street Paving
550,000
LID 324 - E. Jennie Ave
1,270,000
Total
$ 23,120,000 $

FY-TD
Expenditures

Project
Budget

247,572 $ 1,700,000 $
9,498
650,000
17,920
600,000
425,000
180,194
400,000
25,436
34,449,400
342,638
1,700,000
115,000
4,000
1,410,000
1,020,000
228,874
1,000,000
530,000
150,000
259,609
830,000
1,259
950,000
17,146
1,500,000
950,000
10,000
5,500,000
338,873
580,000
1,686
1,270,000
1,684,704 $ 55,729,400 $

Project To-Date
Expenditures

542,447
513,513
108,117
397,661
30,733,784
464,604
4,000
427,238
172,405
325,133
84,250
17,146
748,598
395,298
1,686
34,935,879

%
Complete

31.91%
79.00%
18.02%
0.00%
99.42%
89.21%
27.33%
0.00%
0.28%
0.00%
42.72%
32.53%
0.00%
39.17%
8.87%
1.14%
0.00%
13.61%
68.15%
0.13%
62.69%

NW 2nd Street Paving ($580,000)
Northwest 2nd street paving of existing gravel street from West Elm street to West Cherry Avenue to include
grading, storm drainage, asphalt, centerline stripes, and crosswalk.
Current Update: Paving occurred in October in preparation for reopening to traffic in October.
E. Jennie Avenue ($1,270,000)
Construction of E Jennie Ave between NE 8th and NE 10th through a Local Improvement District.
Current Update: Design complete. Project advertised. Contract award is anticipated in October, with
construction anticipated in the first half of 2027.

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Section 12, ItemB.

FY2026-27 Monthly Financial Report
City of Hermiston, Oregon
Other City Capital Projects Report
For the Month Ending September 30, 2026
2026-27
Budget
Urban Tree Project (Grant)
Sherman Park Project
Total

$

FY-TD
Expenditures

575,000
50,000
625,000 $

31,649
31,649 $

Project
Budget

Project To-Date
Expenditures

1,000,000
420,000
1,420,000 $

444,177
23,939
468,116

%
Complete
44.42%
5.70%
32.97%

Urban Tree Project Grant (1,000,000)
Federal grant for purpose of urban tree projects for tree planting throughout Hermiston
Current Update: We are pausing work on this project pending a better forecast of the federal budget. Preparing
an estimate and bid package for a possible tree planting project on main street if federal budget moves forward.
Sherman Park Project ($420,000)
Cimmaron Park is to be built on land purchased from and donated by the developer. The park will include a
nature trail and a natural playground system. The City was recently awarded a state grant for a large portion of
this project. This project will develop a 0.61-acre park featuring a playground, gazebo, pathways, and
landscaping. The park will be adjacent to the existing 8.61-acre Cimmaron Recreation Area, which includes a
trail encircling the wetlands.
Current Update: Scope reductions are in negotiations due to bids exceeding budget - contract should be coming
in the next few weeks.

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