City of Newport, OR

Vision 2040

2023-24

Preserving and Enjoying Our Environment ( 2023-24)

B1 (3)

Sewer and Stormwater Management

Maintain, upgrade, and modernize stormwater and sewer infrastructure to reduce overflows, keep our waterways and beaches clean, and minimize flooding in a manner that is both fiscally responsible and environmentally friendly.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
CDD	61	Facilitate Acquisition of Additional Land in Big Creek Watershed

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee	45	Work to make BPAC decisions and actions equitable for all
Planning Commission	45	Update the citys Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Standards for Private Development

B2 (5)

Integrated Shared-Use Trail System

Develop an integrated trail system, accommodating multiple uses, that connects neighborhoods, visitor destinations, open spaces, and natural areas.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
CDD	60	Assist BLM and FHWA on Lighthouse Drive Transportation Study

B3 (21)

Parks and Recreation Needs and Upgrades

Engage the community in identifying priorities and future needs related to open space, trail, and park and recreation assets. Make recommendations for future park upgrades, planning, and development, paying particular attention to funding maintenance.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
PAR	28	Set Recreation Division standards and continually review progress to address the divisions structural deficit
PAR	29	Focus on direct cost recovery at the recreation facility level
PAR	30	Deliver recreation programs, facilities, and promotion to Newports tourist market
PAR	32	Work toward a more efficient and less hierarchical organizational structure for the Department
PAR	33	Address challenges related to recruitment and retention of part-time/casual labor
PAR	34	Increase familiarity with Department recreation facilities and programs
PAR	35	Re-invest in recreation facilities
PAR	36	Ensure affordable access to all community members
PAR	38	Promote, utilize, implement a volunteer program in the Parks System
PAR	39	Continue to implement the current Park System Plan
PAR	40	Complete the funded capital projects from FY 2022-2023
PAR	41	Continue to support and promote the Bee City and Tree City Program
PAR	42	Identify & Implement achievable projects for FY 2023-2024

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee	42	Work with local groups, agencies and organizations to promote active transportation in Newport
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee	43	Help City Council identify active transportation funding sources
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	35	Monitor and support implementation of the Parks Master Plan
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	36	Work with the Parks and Recreation Foundation to secure funding for priority projects
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	38	Coordinate with other committees on items of mutual interest
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	40	Explore ways the committee and the department can better support the Citys 60+ community
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	41	Monitor and support implementation of departments business plan
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	42	Provide input on departments programs and events.

B4 (2)

Trail-Building Program

Establish a City trail-building program that provides opportunities for volunteer involvement.

B5 (1)

Green Building and Development

Promote and incentivize environmentally responsible, resource-efficient building and development techniques, including onsite stormwater management, permeable pavement, energy-efficient buildings, ecological landscaping, and native plantings.

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Planning Commission	45	Update the citys Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Standards for Private Development

B6 (8)

Environmental Conservation Partnerships

Prioritize conservation of significant open spaces and natural resource areas, including beaches and headlands, midcoast watersheds, the Yaquina Bay Estuary, rivers, streams, forests, and fish and wildlife habitat. Partner with local environmental organiz

Department	Goal Number	Goal
CDD	61	Facilitate Acquisition of Additional Land in Big Creek Watershed
CDD	62	Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan Update
LIB	8	Library of Things
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	35	Monitor and support implementation of the Parks Master Plan
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	39	Ensure the committee is prepared in its role as the Citys Tree Board and evaluate other potential Tree Board models
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	43	Support priority urban forestry initiatives and ensure the initiatives are incorporated with the Tree City USA program.
Planning Commission	46	Support City Council Dark Sky Lighting Initiatives

B7 (0)

Comprehensive Recycling and Reduced Waste

Target the greater Newport area to achieve the highest rate of recycling of any city in Oregon through source reduction, reuse, recycling, composting of food waste, and curbside glass recycling.

B8 (0)

Renewable Energy

Increase the use of renewable energy to achieve energy independence in the Greater Newport Area, harnessing a combination of renewable energy sources and technologies.

B9 (1)

Climate Action Plan

Develop a comprehensive public-private climate action plan to lessen the greater Newport area's contribution to climate change, as well as to mitigate the impacts of climate change on the community itself.

City of Newport, OR

Strategic Goals & Objectives

Vision 2040

Preserving and Enjoying Our Environment ( 2023-24)