City of Newport, OR

Vision 2040

2022-23

Preserving and Enjoying Our Environment ( 2022-23)

B1 (6)

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
City Council	8	Invest in upgrades to the City's sanitary sewer collection system
City Council	9	Invest in upgrades to the City's storm sewer collection system
City Council	10	Modernize and upgrade the waste water treatment plant.
City Council	77	Promote gray water diversion and home storage rainwater.
Planning Commission	45	Update the citys Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Standards for Private Development

B2 (3)

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
PAR	22	Begin implementation of the Park Master Plan

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	1	Monitor and support implementation of the Parks Master Plan

B3 (11)

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	22	Begin implementation of the Park Master Plan
PAR	23	Reduce environmental impact through department facilities, operations and programs and activities.
PAR	24	Improve safety, security and operational function of all department facilities to enhance a livable region.
PAR	27	Review and Implement the Recreation Business Plan

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	11	Review and implement cost-effective priorities from the Parks and Recreation Master Plan for implementation.
City Council	12	Evaluate the implementation of a dark sky lighting plan for the City
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	1	Monitor and support implementation of the Parks Master Plan
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	3	Work with City staff to revitalize the Parks and Recreation Foundation
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	7	Coordinate with other committees on items of mutual interest
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	33	Explore ways the committee and the department can better support the citys 60+ community.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	34	Review departments new business and plan and support its implementation

B4 (3)

Trail-Building Program

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

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	9	Invest in upgrades to the City's storm sewer collection system
City Council	11	Review and implement cost-effective priorities from the Parks and Recreation Master Plan for implementation.

B5 (3)

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.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
PAR	23	Reduce environmental impact through department facilities, operations and programs and activities.

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	12	Evaluate the implementation of a dark sky lighting plan for the City
Planning Commission	45	Update the citys Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Standards for Private Development

B6 (7)

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	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	13	Develop a long-term climate action plan for the City of Newport
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	1	Monitor and support implementation of the Parks Master Plan
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	8	Upgrade the citys Tree City USA activities and ensure the committee is prepared in its role as the citys Tree Board.
Planning Commission	46	Support City Council Dark Sky Lighting Initiatives

B7 (1)

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.

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	13	Develop a long-term climate action plan for the City of Newport

B8 (2)

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.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
PAR	23	Reduce environmental impact through department facilities, operations and programs and activities.

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	67	Support business growth, development, and financial sustainability at the Airport.

B9 (3)

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 ( 2022-23)