The Keizer City Council is scheduled to meet in a special work session Saturday, March 7. The council will consider reports on local police staffing and a recommendation to hike fees to cover policing costs.
Keizer Councilor Soraida Cross admitted improperly using her position and a sheriff’s private number after a harassment citation, agreeing to a $500 ethics fine while denying intentional wrongdoing. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission is expected to approve the deal on Friday.
A Keizer city task force has concluded that increasing a monthly fee is the best way to raise money to cover policing costs. The panel rejected the idea of a property tax levy. Two members want voters to have a say on the fee increase.
The survey, which will go to 3,000 homes and be available online, is intended to help inform the city's strategic planning.
Keizer's calendar is packed with events, activities and meetings in the coming days – starting with the Chamber's annual banquet recognizing top community contributors.
In a council work session Monday, Jan. 12, company officials laid out plans for a more robust Keizer Little League Park operation and fielded questions from city councilors.
The Keizer City Council initially favored postponing a decision, but after hearing testimony from local youth sports nonprofits and company leaders voted 6-1 to approve new management for the sports complex at Keizer Little League Park.
The mayors of Keizer and Iyo, Japan shared thoughts about the value of the sister city collaboration by video in a ceremony Dec. 10.
Keizer officials heard about damage to residents' driveways, water lines and more during the summer, with little follow-up by the company to address complaints.