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Coos Bay is a great place to live, work and play surrounded by a beautiful protected bay, lush emerald forests and the mighty Pacific Ocean. Historically known as Marshfield, Coos Bay celebrates a history in shipbuilding and lumber products while serving as the regional hub for Oregon's south coast. Coos Bay proudly stands today as the largest city on the Oregon coast, with a population of 16,615, and is the medical, education, retail, and professional center for the south coast region.

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Nichole Rutherford City Manager

The City Manager is charged with preparation and administration of the City and Urban Renewal Agency (URA) annual budgets, and Urban Renewal plans. The City Manager is responsible for general oversight of the management team, including specific oversight of the Finance Department, Library and Fire Department; preparation of the annual budget for City and URA; manages the preparation of City ... more

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01/24/2022, 1:08 pm

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE The City is thrilled to issue a joint Press Release (see following) with Coos County and Compass Communities Englewood LLC regarding the housing development at the Englewood School site. This site and ultimate outcomes are exactly what collaboration looks and feels like: multiple parties coming together with no direct individual benefit, rather benefit for the greater good of the community. The Englewood School was an asset to the Coos Bay community, serving students and their families for many years, before student populations resulted in realigning school facilities to students served and taking the School out of service, selling it to a private owner. Several years later, the School was destroyed by a fire and following that, was never maintained and became a public dumping ground, degrading both the property and neighborhood. The first part of this long collaborative journey began by Coos County foreclosing the property for unpaid property taxes, providing for ownership transfer to the County and opening the door for redevelopment. The County began coordination originally with the City of Coos Bay and Oregon Coast Community Action (ORCCA) for a plan to move this property from the poor state it was in, to fully developed, with multifamily subsidized housing and a head start facility. The City of Coos Bay was able to access funds to clean up the site, helping to safeguard the property and reduce environmental impacts, pending development work by ORCCA. When ORCCA went through some organizational shifts, the County and City worked together to find a new development partner in NW Housing Alternatives. For several years, NW Housing Alternatives (NHA) attempted to obtain funding to support a multifamily subsidized housing development but without success. NHA began discussions with the City recently, wanting to get housing built sooner, but struggling to get funding and offering a solution to engage a different developer with a different funding strategy. This transition brought Compass Communities Englewood into the collaboration. And with that shift, things have moved quickly since their initial introduction in May of 2025. This week, at the Planning Commission meeting, their land use application was approved. Over the last several months, teams from Coos County, City of Coos Bay, and Compass Communities have been working diligently to align efforts to get this project some strong momentum and closer to the finish line, all with the same collaboration focus – each party is willing to give something for the greater good of the Coos Bay community. This kind of collaboration is easy and comfortable for all parties, and results in immediate action, getting us closer to the end goal – housing. We expect to have 30 single-family homes, ownership model, built and inhabited by this time next year. I am thankful for the strong support and teamwork each organization involved in the Englewood Project has put forth. It is projects like this that showcase what a great community we have and how working together with trusted partners can result in something bigger than we each could complete alone. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay

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12/12/2025

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PRESS RELEASE Redeveloped Englewood School Site – 30 New Homes Boost Workforce Housing Historic School Site Offers Vibrant New Neighborhood, Homeownership Opportunities Coos Bay, OR — Coos County, the City of Coos Bay, and Oregon developer Compass Communities Englewood LLC have announced a new residential infill development on the former Englewood School site. The project will deliver 30 new homes designed to provide homeownership opportunities for individuals and families in the Coos Bay area. The Coos Bay planning commission reviewed initial plans at its December 9 meeting; the planning commission now sends its recommendations to the City Council for a final decision in January. The newly planned neighborhood will feature a mix of single-family homes, duplexes, and townhomes. All homes will be built on-site and are intended to be occupied by homeowners. The homes will range from approximately 1000 SF (2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths) to 1400 SF (three bedrooms, two baths), market-priced between $225,000 and $325,000. Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2026, with the first homes available by next summer. Preferences for the new homes will be given to local workers and employers at prices that are attainable to local workers, seniors, veterans, and their families. This redevelopment will revitalize a historic site that has been empty since the Englewood School was destroyed by fire in 2014. After the fire, Coos County and the City of Coos Bay cleaned the demolished site with support from the State of Oregon. "This project represents an investment in our community’s future, provides quality housing options for the local workforce, and transforms a long-vacant property into a vibrant neighborhood," said John Sweet, Coos County Commissioner. Coos Bay Mayor Joe Benetti said the city is seeking to stimulate investment in the community while providing needed housing, "We’re proud to partner with Coos County and Compass Communities Englewood to bring this vision to life. Housing is essential for our local economy, and this development will help meet that need." A spokesperson for Compass Communities Englewood LLC – an Oregon-based privately-funded community development firm – responded, saying, "Our goal is to create neighborhoods where people who work here can afford to live here. Coos Bay and Coos County have been excellent partners on the Englewood project. The Englewood School is a model for how the public and private sectors can work together to solve housing challenges."

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12/12/2025

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N. 7th Street Lane Closure The City of Coos Bay Public Works Department has contracted with Patrick Myers Tree Service to remove three street trees along N. 7th Street between Central Avenue and Commercial Avenue beginning the morning of Monday, December 15, 2025. To safely complete this work, the right lane and adjacent sidewalk will be closed. Please follow all posted traffic control and use caution when traveling near the construction area. Work is expected to be completed by 3:30 p.m. Should you have any questions or want more information, please contact Greg Hamblet at (541) 269-1181 ext. 3541 or email [email protected].

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12/11/2025

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Sewer System Repairs on Lincoln Road On Monday, December 15, 2025, City staff will be repairing the sewer system on Lincoln Road at the intersection of Ocean Boulevard. Lincoln Road will be closed between Ocean Boulevard and Ocean Terrace. The eastbound travel lane of Ocean Boulevard will be narrowed. Work will start after 8:30 am and end no later than 5:30 pm. Repairs are expected to continue through Wednesday, December 17. Please exercise caution when traveling through the work area. Should you have questions, please contact Public Works at (541) 269 – 1181, extension 3565.

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12/10/2025

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WANT TO READ MORE? JOIN A BOOK CLUB! Happy December! It’s hard to believe that we are already in the last month of 2025. If one of your goals for 2026 is to read more books, consider joining a book club! The Coos Bay Public Library (CBPL) has three book clubs to choose from so you are sure to find something to interest you. On the second Saturday of every month the Book Brunch book club meets at the Library from 11a.m.-12p.m. The club chooses books from across genres and meets up to discuss them over waffles, juice and coffee. Recent selections have included Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy, The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo, and The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Check our website for the next read! https://www.coosbaylibrary.org/event/book-brunch-12891 If you prefer to join a book club and discuss books from the comfort of your own space, CBPL also offers two book clubs that meet online through Zoom. The first is the Unlimited book club which meets on the third Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. This book club is held jointly with the North Bend Public Library and focuses on books about diversity, inclusion, and community. Recent reads have included We Will be Jaguars: A Memoir of My People by Nemonte Nenquimo, The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon, and Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. The second online book club is brand new and begins in January, meeting the first Tuesday of the month from 5:45-6:45 p.m. The Sci-Fi/Fantasy book club will focus on – you guessed it – sci-fi and fantasy novels. If your idea of a good book contains magical swords and epic quests or journeys through space and contact with alien creatures this might be the book club for you. Book club members will vote on which books they want to read next and then gather online to discuss them. So, find a cozy spot and enjoy talking to other fantasy and science fiction lovers while getting ideas for your next reads! Both virtual book clubs meet via zoom and require registration so that the links to the meetings can be sent out. You can register by going to the Coos Bay Public Library’s website and clicking on the calendar or by calling us at 541-269-1101. All of these book clubs are open to teens and adults. So, whether you want to get out of the house and enjoy brunch and conversation or prefer to stay home and discuss your book while curled up on your couch with a tasty beverage, a CBPL book club has you covered!

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12/09/2025

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COOS WATERSHED ASSOCIATION EVENT BARRIERS SURVEY Have you attended a Coos Watershed Association (CoosWA) event? Or wished you could, but something stopped you? CoosWA is rolling out a community survey to identify potential barriers to participating in their events and activities. The survey is short, and its results will help staff plan programming in 2026 that is more inclusive and welcoming to local watershed residents (those who live in Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston, Allegany, and surrounding areas). Everyone who participates will be entered in a raffle to win a CoosWA shirt or hat! Take the survey here by December 31, 2025: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G3XMGVF For more info about the Coos Watershed Association, visit https://cooswatershed.org/, call (541) 888-5922, or email [email protected]

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12/08/2025

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE December is here, and our community is gearing up for one of our most meaningful traditions. The Bus Jam Toy and Food Drive arrives this Saturday, December 6, and the excitement and generosity building around town show how ready we are to support families in need. For weeks now, donation bins have been filling steadily across Coos County and Reedsport. Businesses, civic organizations, and volunteers have stepped up without hesitation, helping ensure that every child in our community has a brighter holiday season. Whether someone donated a single toy, organized a collection at their workplace, or helped spread the word, each act reflects the belief that no child should feel forgotten this time of year. Bus Jam Toy and Food Drive began in 2002 as a small food drive created to support the local food pantry. That first year, the event took place at the Pony Village Mall with just one small bus and a handful of volunteers braving cold, rainy weather. In 2018, Bus Jam partnered with South Coast Bykes for Tykes, expanding the effort into an even larger community event. Twenty-two years later, Bus Jam has grown into the largest toy and food drive on the Southern Oregon Coast, providing help to more than 700 families and over 1,000 children from one day old through age 18 across Coos County and Reedsport. Today, Bus Jam continues its tradition of holding the annual collection on the first Saturday of December. For those who still wish to contribute, there is plenty of opportunity to make a meaningful difference. Donation Drop-Off Locations — Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. • Bi-Mart, Coos Bay • Bi-Mart, North Bend • Rogue Credit Union, Bandon You may donate a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item at any drop-off location. As we head into the weekend, I want to express sincere gratitude to the businesses, volunteers, and neighbors who make Bus Jam possible each year. This event is more than a toy and food drive—it’s a reminder that we are one community, looking out for one another. I look forward to seeing many of you on Saturday as we continue this long-standing tradition of generosity and hope. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay

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12/05/2025

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HELP US FIGHT HUNGER IN COOS BAY The City of Coos Bay has multiple collection sites for the Salvation Army’s Holiday Food Drive. Drop off non-perishable food items now through December 19, 2025, at one of four locations: Coos Bay City Hall – 500 Central Avenue Coos Bay Public Library – 525 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay Fire Station 1 – 450 Elrod Avenue Coos Bay Visitor Center – 50 Central Avenue All donations go to feeding the hungry in our community.Photos from Coos Bay - City Government's post

HELP US FIGHT HUNGER IN COOS BAY The City of Coos Bay has multiple collection sites for t... More

12/04/2025

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ARE YOU FEELING CRAFTY? The Coos Bay Public Library loves crafts, and we have the programs to prove it! Have you ever wanted to turn your fibers into yarn? Step back in time and learn about drop spindle spinning from your local SCA Shire of Tymberhavene. Drop spindle spinning is perfect for beginners as it is easy to learn and doesn’t require expensive equipment. Join Tymberhavene’s local expert and discover this lost art for yourself Thursday, December 4 from 3-6 p.m. If you prefer to work with already made cloth, check out our Beginner’s Sewing class. Learn the basics of how to run a sewing machine with Kell Smith of OCATEC and make a cloth gift basket to take home. Registration is required as spaces are limited. Anyone 15 or older is welcome to attend this fun class on December 4 from 5-7:30 p.m. On Friday, December 5 the Library will host its first Fiber Arts Friday program. This program will take place the first Friday of each month 3:30-4:30 p.m. and is a monthly meet-up for fiber artists! Bring your own project (knitting, crocheting, needle felting, weaving, spinning, etc.) and enjoy conversation, share ideas, and enhance your skills with other fiber hand crafters. This casual gathering will be located at the tables in the periodical section. Fiber artists of all skill levels are welcome, and registration is not required. Tea and snacks will be provided. These are just a few of the awesome programs going on this month at your public library. To see the many programs offered by the Coos Bay Public Library, check out our calendar online, https://www.coosbaylibrary.org/events/month,or stop by the Library to pick up a printed copy!

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12/03/2025

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Koos Bay Boulevard - Lane Closure The City of Coos Bay is in the process of upgrading the existing Wastewater Treatment Plant 1, located at 680 Ivy Street. The construction activities will require closing of one lane of travel at the intersection of 6th Street and Koos Bay Boulevard for 3-4 hours per day. Traffic control and flaggers will be in place during the construction activities. Traffic control for this phase will be December 2nd, 3rd and 4th between the hours of 3:00pm-7:00pm each day. Please be aware of signage and local traffic control in the area and expect intermittent delays. Thank you for your patience. Should you have any questions or want more information, please contact Jennifer Wirsing at (541) 269-1181 ext. 3521 or email [email protected].

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12/02/2025

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay-97420

12/16/2025, 6:00 pm - 12/16/2025, 9:00 pm

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Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

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12/23/2025, 6:00 pm - 12/23/2025, 9:00 pm

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01/06/2026, 6:00 pm - 01/06/2026, 9:00 pm

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Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay-97420

01/13/2026, 6:00 pm - 01/13/2026, 8:00 pm

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Planning Commission Coos County Bay Area Chamber

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay-97420

01/20/2026, 6:00 pm - 01/20/2026, 9:00 pm

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Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

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01/27/2026, 6:00 pm - 01/27/2026, 9:00 pm

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02/03/2026, 6:00 pm - 02/03/2026, 9:00 pm

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Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

Coos Bay: Planning Commission Meeting

500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay-97420

02/10/2026, 6:00 pm - 02/10/2026, 8:00 pm

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Planning Commission Coos County Bay Area Chamber

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

Coos Bay: City Council Meeting

500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay-97420

02/17/2026, 6:00 pm - 02/17/2026, 9:00 pm

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Coos Bay Coos County Bay Area Chamber

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay: Joint City Council & URA Board work session

Coos Bay Fire Dept. Station #1, 450 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420, USA, -

02/24/2026, 6:00 pm - 02/24/2026, 9:00 pm

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CBNB Water Board Executive Assistant/Human Resources Specialist

City of Coos Bay
Full Time - Work at Location Address
Salary Pay - $54,873.00 to $70,033.00 Annually

02/21/2024