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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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12/02/2021, 8:01 pm

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Local Voices, Local Choices: Make Your Vote Count This November As we look ahead to fall, I want to take a moment to encourage everyone in Coos Bay to participate in one of the most important responsibilities we have as citizens—voting. The November 3, 2026, General Election gives Coos Bay voters an opportunity to choose their local representatives and consider a proposed amendment to the City Charter. Voters will elect a Mayor to a two-year term and three City Councilors to four-year terms. I have filed for another term as Mayor, and Sara Stephens, Jacob Niebergall, and Carmen Matthews have filed for the three City Council positions. Serving our community in elected office is a significant commitment, and I appreciate those who are willing to put their names forward and serve the people of Coos Bay. Coos Bay voters will also consider Measure 6-230, which proposes several amendments to the City Charter. I want to provide a little background on why these changes are being brought before the voters. Our City Charter is an important document that establishes the framework for how our City operates. Over time, circumstances change, and occasionally the Charter needs to be updated to reflect both the priorities of our community and how the City operates today. A significant part of the proposed amendment involves the City's transient lodging tax, or TLT, which is paid by visitors staying in our local lodging establishments. Recent changes in state law have given communities an opportunity to reconsider how some of those tourism dollars are allocated. Here in Coos Bay, we currently invest these dollars in promoting our area and supporting tourism, and the proposed amendment would put that commitment into our Charter. We have seen the impact of that investment, and I believe there is still tremendous opportunity to bring more visitors to our community. Those visitors stay in our hotels, eat in our restaurants, shop in our businesses, attend events, and experience the many things that make the Bay Area special. Tourism promotion is also a regional effort. Coos Bay works alongside North Bend, Coos County, and the Coquille Indian Tribe in supporting our area's Visitor and Convention Bureau. Maintaining a strong investment in that partnership helps us continue telling our story and bringing people to the region. The proposed Charter amendment would formalize the allocation we are currently following by requiring at least 70 percent of transient lodging tax revenues to continue to be used for tourism promotion and tourism-related facilities and activities, while allowing up to 30 percent for other municipal purposes. In my view, putting that commitment in the Charter provides some certainty for the future. We have seen what investing in tourism can do for our area, and I believe continuing that investment gives us an opportunity to welcome even more visitors and strengthen our local economy. The measure also addresses our former Municipal Court. The City discontinued its Municipal Court in the early 2000s during a period of significant financial constraints that required the City to reduce its workforce and services. Municipal courts are locally funded, and operating one requires funding for a judge, court staff, legal services, records and case management, and other administrative costs. Because Oregon circuit courts also have jurisdiction to hear many of the matters previously handled by the Municipal Court, those cases could continue to be heard through the state court system after the City's court was closed. There are also some administrative and housekeeping changes included in the measure to update outdated language and provisions of the Charter. Ultimately, changes to our City Charter belong in the hands of the voters. A "yes" vote on Measure 6-230 would approve the proposed amendments, while a "no" vote would leave the existing Charter unchanged. Whether you are considering the candidates who have stepped forward to serve or the proposed changes to our Charter, I encourage you to learn about the issues, ask questions, and make an informed decision. Local elections matter. The decisions we make here at home shape the services we provide, the investments we make, and the direction of our community for years to come. Most importantly, please make your voice heard and vote on November 3. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay

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08/28/2026

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City Council Meeting (URA Board Meeting Cancelled) City Hall Council Chambers - 500 Central Avenue September 1, 2026 – Beginning at 6:00 pm These meetings will be live streamed on the City’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-w12ikBNWVkoVWVqJ0bk2g. The meeting agenda packets can be found on the City's website: https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/agendas-and-minutes Agendas and Minutes | City of Coos Baywww.coosbayor.gov

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08/28/2026

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DISPATCHER POWELL LITTRELL EARNS INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATION North Coos 911 Dispatcher Erika Powell Littrell recently earned her Intermediate Telecommunicator Certificate from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training. Dispatcher Powell Littrell began her career as a Public Safety Telecommunicator in January 2020 with the Willamette Valley Communication Center. After moving to the Coos Bay area, she joined the Coos Bay Police Department in November 2024 as an Emergency Telecommunicator for the North Coos 911 Dispatch Center. During her six years as a certified Public Safety Telecommunicator, Dispatcher Powell Littrell has completed more than 460 hours of training, played a vital role in several significant incidents, and served as a Communications Training Officer. Her experience, training, and dedication more than meet the criteria for this upper-level certification. Congratulations 911 Dispatcher Erika Powell Littrell on this professional achievement.

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08/27/2026

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COOS BAY FALL BRUSH PICKUP Les' Sanitary - August 31, 2026 -Brush pile must be out prior to the first day of pickup. Brush placed out after the deadline will not be picked up -In order to complete the brush pickup on schedule, each street will receive one single pass. We will be updating the city on our progress in a timely manner -Brush pile not to exceed 2 level full standard pickup truck loads -Only 2 level full standard pickup truck loads will be picked up. If your pile exceeds the maximum amount, the entire pile will be left. If you are unable to haul it yourself, you can contact our office after we have finished your area. We can haul it for you for a trip fee + $19.00 per cubic yard. Or you can make arrangements to self-haul -Brush must be in one pile five feet or less in length. -Brush must be out next to the curb free from overhead obstacles, fire hydrants, or other obstacles. -One pile per residential address. No commercial. No group piles. No empty lots. -No grass clippings, sod, dirt, loose leaves, plastic bags, baling twine or other materials that are not appropriate for grinding. Ivy OK. For any questions, please call 541-267-2848 or visit https://lessanitary.com/home/ Coos Bay Sanitary - September 1, 2026 -One 5-yard pile per household (5 yards is about two pickup truck loads). -Please put brush out by the curb in one pile prior to the first. -NO GRASS CLIPPING OR LEAVES! -Brush cannot be longer than 5 feet or 3 inches in diameter. -You must call if you have more than 5 yards of brush, additional charge of $15.00 per yard. For any questions, please call 541-267-6675 or visit https://coosbaysanitaryservice.com/home

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08/27/2026

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COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR MCGARITY COMPLETES SUPERVISOR LEADERESHIP ACADEMY Communication Supervisor Kristen McGarity recently graduated from the Supervisor Leadership Academy at the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training in Salem, Oregon. The academy is an intensive 80-hour leadership course delivered in two one-week sessions, attended by public safety front-line supervisors from throughout Oregon. McGarity attended the first session July 6–10 and completed the second session August 3–7. Throughout the program, participants strengthened their supervisory skills through applied leadership training, mentorship planning, policy collaboration, assigned coursework, and milestone assessments. Her successful completion of the academy reflects her hard work, and dedication to professional growth and public service. Congratulations to Supervisor McGarity on this achievement.

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08/26/2026

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Road Closure Curtis and Third – August 27, 2026 The City of Coos Bay’s Transportation and Facilities Department will perform road repairs at the intersection of Curtis Avenue and North 3rd Street beginning the morning of Thursday, August 27, 2026. The intersection will be closed while the work is underway, and traffic control measures will be in place. Motorists and pedestrians are asked to use caution in the area and follow all posted signs and directions. The work is anticipated to be completed, and the intersection reopened, by 5:30 p.m. that evening. We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation while this maintenance work is completed. If you have questions about this project. Please reach out to Greg Hamblet, Operations Administrator, @ 541-269-1181 X 3541 or email [email protected] from Coos Bay - City Government's post

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08/26/2026

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08/26/2026

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The Coos History Museum invites the public to our September First Tuesday Talk on Tuesday, September 1, from 6:00-7:00 p.m., featuring author Lionel Youst. Youst will be discussing his new book In All the Wars: A Militia Soldier in Colonial Massachusetts, His Life and Times 1683-1758, a biography of Joseph Clesson, a soldier in the Colonial Wars. Lionel Youst is a long-time resident of Coos Bay and has written several other books, including She's Tricky like Coyote: Annie Miner Peterson, an Oregon Coast Indian Woman (1997, 2004), and Coquelle Thompson, Athabaskan Witness: a Cultural Biography (with William R. Seaburg) (2002). During genealogical research, Lionel found out he is the sixth great-grandson of Joseph Clesson, a discovery that inspired this biography on Clesson. This program will be hosted in-person at the Coos History Museum, with an admission price of $7 for non-members and FREE for CHM members. Doors open at 5:30 pm with time to explore the museum. Advanced registration is encouraged. Reservations can be made online at https://cooshistory.org/event-registration/, by phone at 541-756 6320, or in person at the museum’s front desk. Walk-ins are welcome for all Tuesday Talk programs!

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08/21/2026

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Joint City Council & URA Board Work Session - CANCELLED City Hall Council Chambers - 500 Central Avenue August 25, 2026 - 6:00 pm The meeting will be streamed live on the City's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-w12ikBNWVkoVWVqJ0bk2g The meeting agenda packet can be found on the City's website: https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/agendas-and-minutes Agendas and Minutes | City of Coos Baywww.coosbayor.gov

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08/21/2026

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE Blackberry Arts Festival Returns to Downtown Coos Bay One of Coos Bay’s favorite summer traditions returns to downtown this weekend as the Blackberry Arts Festival fills Central Avenue on Saturday, August 22, and Sunday, August 23. For more than four decades, the Blackberry Arts Festival has brought residents and visitors together to celebrate the creativity of our community and the unique character of the South Coast. What began as a way to showcase local artists during blackberry season has grown into a much-loved annual tradition and an opportunity to gather together in the heart of downtown Coos Bay. Throughout the weekend, downtown will come alive with live music, delicious food, handcrafted items, and, of course, plenty of blackberry-inspired treats. Live performances will take place on the Blackberry Jam stage both Saturday and Sunday, providing a great soundtrack for a weekend spent exploring the festival. Blackberries will also take center stage during the 4th Annual “It’s All Berry Good” recipe contest on Saturday. Community members are invited to put their favorite blackberry recipes to the test. It is a fun addition to the weekend and a fitting way to celebrate the berry that inspired the festival. The Blackberry Arts Festival is also a wonderful opportunity to spend some time downtown. While enjoying the festival, I encourage you to visit our local shops, restaurants, and businesses and experience all that downtown Coos Bay has to offer. Events like this do not happen without a great deal of planning and the efforts of many people. I would like to thank the Coos Bay Downtown Association, its volunteers, participating businesses, artists and vendors, sponsors, and City staff who work behind the scenes to make this annual event possible. The festival is free and family-friendly, with activities centered along Central Avenue. Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Whether the Blackberry Arts Festival has been an annual tradition for your family or this will be your first visit, I hope you will take some time this weekend to come downtown and enjoy the art, music, food, and festivities. The festival is always a fun weekend in Coos Bay, and I look forward to seeing our downtown filled once again with residents and visitors enjoying the Blackberry Arts Festival. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay

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08/21/2026

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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