Planning Commision Assists the City Council and staff in land use decisions and recommendations regarding Keizer’s future growth and development. The Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Members of the Commission serve three-year terms. Chair: Matt Lawyer (term ends Sept. 2025) Members: Sarah Hutches[Read More…]
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HOW YOUR CITY WORKS: Keizer means volunteerism
Keizer as we know it would not exist without the people who volunteer their time, knowledge and expertise. The motto of the city is Pride, Spirit and Volunteerism. The third word—volunteerism—is seen in every nook and cranny of the Keizer, especially in how the city operates. The mayor and all[Read More…]
Public Notice – Keizer Public Hearing
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
City Council Meeting Agenda
Keizer City Council meets on Monday, March 20th at 7 p.m. in regular session.The following options are available if you wish to view or participate in the meeting: AGENDA KEIZER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION Monday, March 20, 2023 7:00 p.m. Robert L. Simon Council Chambers Keizer, Oregon 1. CALL TO[Read More…]
Dinosaurs invade Salem
Dinosaurs will invade Salem the weekend of March 17-19 as Jurassic Quest takes over the Exposition Center at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. Jurassic Quest is a popular interactive dinosaur experience with displays of realistic herds. Life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs will mix with interactive science and art activities, including a[Read More…]
Diversity Committee discusses “downtown”
City Planner Shane Witham testified before the committee about the state-mandated walkable mixed-use areas in Keizer. Oregon uses the term climate friendly. Witham was joined by Josh Mahar, a director with Portland consultant firm of Kearns and West.
Candidates lining up to make run for Salem-Keizer School Board as deadline nears
By: Les Zaitz of Salem ReporterFor the Keizertimes Voters will have choices in all three races for the Salem-Keizer School Board and more candidates could join in before next week’s filing deadline. So far, only one incumbent is bidding for re-election. And so far, only a single candidate has filed[Read More…]
Youth volunteers needed for city panels
The City of Keizer is seeking applicants who want to volunteer as Youth Councilor or a volunteer Youth Committee liaison.
City Council Meeting Agenda
Keizer City Council meets on Monday, Feb. 6th at 7 p.m. in regular session. The following options are available if you wish to view or participate in the meeting: AGENDA KEIZER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION Monday, February 6, 2023 7:00 p.m. Robert L. Simon Council Chambers Keizer, Oregon 1. CALL[Read More…]
Personnel policy authority unchanged
Policies for the extent of Keizer City Council authority over administrative personnel decisions remained in place at Monday night’s Personnel Policy Committee meeting.