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City Council Meetings Schedule City Council meets the first Wednesday of the month with Work Sessions beginning at 6 p.m. and third Wednesday of the month for Regular Sessions beginning at 6 p.m. Live Stream Live streams of City Council meetings are provided to the maximum extent possible. Links to the live stream, and recording, are posted in the "Recording" column in the Agenda & Minutes area below. Citizen Input Citizens have several opportunities to speak to Council - First - After Announcements, Citizens may provide input on items not discussed in Public Hearing Second - During the Public Hearing portion of an Item of Business Additionally, Citizens may submit input to the Council in writing. These letters will be delivered to the Council but will not be read aloud or included in the meeting minutes. Write to us City Council City of Dunes City PO Box 97 Westlake, OR 97493 E-mail us city.council@dunescity.gov Online Community Feedback Form Oregon Public Meeting Law All Council Meetings are conducted per Oregon Public Meetings Law. If you believe a public body has violated this law, you can file a written complaint by emailing recorder@dunescity.gov , mailing it to Dunes City Recorder, PO Box 97, Westlake, OR 97493, or coming to City Hall during regular business hours. More information can be found here . Council Meeting Agenda & Minutes Archived Agendas Archived Minutes Filter by Year Name Date Agenda Packet Minutes Recording Loading... 1 1 ... 1 ... 1

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Dunes City community quality-of-life survey for 2024. This survey aims to gather comprehensive feedback on your experiences, preferences, and aspirations for Dunes City's future. Dunes City A Nice Place to Live Our 2024 Community Survey has ended. Thank you to all those who contributed. Survey Summary and Results Survey Comments by Question 8. Rate what you like best about Dunes City? 9. What do you like least? 10. What do you think will be Dunes City's biggest challenge in the future? 11. Which, if any, issues would you like to see addressed by Town Officials? 12. Rate what you’d like to see the City prioritize. 14. What kind of commercial development would you like to see? 15. If you do not want to see commercial activity, how does Dunes City fund itself? 22. What additional comments or feedback do you have that can help Dunes City continue to improve and better serve its residents? 25. Are there questions you would like to have seen on this survey that we failed to ask? Do you have comments about this survey or other Town issues?

Council, Commissions and Committees Dunes City Council, Commissions and Committees consist of mostly volunteer residents who are devoted to giving their time and expertise on issues relating to each Council, Commissions and Committees. Applicants must be a resident within the corporate limits of Dunes City. If you are not a Dunes City registered voter, you will need to provide proof of residency. Vacancies are advertised and appointments are made openings arise. Resident appointments are made by the Nominating Committee of the City Council and receive final approval by the City Council. Planning Commission Budget Committee The Dunes City Planning Commission consists of five voting members, each of whom is a resident of the city and appointed by the Council for a three-year term. The commission plays a crucial role in shaping the community’s growth and development. This appointed body reviews and makes recommendations on land use policies, zoning regulations, and development proposals to ensure they align with the city’s comprehensive plan. The Planning Commission also provides a platform for public input, balancing the interests of residents, businesses, and developers to create a sustainable and vibrant urban environment. Their decisions help guide the future development of the city in an organized and strategic manner, promoting economic growth while preserving the community’s character and quality of life. Schedule The Planning Commission meets the fourth Thursday of the month for Regular Sessions beginning at 6 p.m, at Dunes City Hall. Live Stream Live streams of Planning Commission meetings are provided to the maximum extent possible. Links to the live stream, and recording, are posted in the "Recording" column in the Agenda & Minutes area below. Members Position Name Term Ends Recent Agendas and Minutes Archived Agendas & Minutes Filter by Year Date Type Agenda Title Packet Title Minutes Recording The Dunes City Budget Committee is comprised of the Mayor, City Council and seven citizen members appointed by the Council for three-year terms. The committee is essential in overseeing the financial planning and fiscal health of the community. This committee, comprised of city officials and community members, reviews and evaluates budget proposals to ensure the efficient and effective use of city resources. They work closely with various departments to prioritize spending, support essential services, and long-term capital projects. The Budget Committee also seeks to maintain financial stability, transparency, and accountability, encouraging public participation in the budgeting process. Their diligence ensures that the city operates within its means while addressing the needs and aspirations of its residents. Schedule The Budget Committee will meet one to three times in the spring of each year to review and possibly revise the proposed City budget before it is formally adopted by the City Council. Live Stream Live streams of Budget Committee meetings are provided to the maximum extent possible. Links to the live stream, and recording, are posted in the "Recording" column in the Agenda & Minutes area below. Members Position Name Term Ends Recent Agendas and Minutes Archived Agendas & Minutes Filter by Year Date Type Agenda Minutes Recording

Community Questions & Input This is your first stop for questions, concerns, or information about the City of Dunes City. You can quickly seek clarification on a City process or procedure, notify City Hall of a code violation, or submit input a specific topic of concern. Questions Feedback Code Violation Submit a Question Here, you can ask questions to our City Hall staff and get answers directly the source. We believe that transparency and open communication are key to building a strong and thriving community. So, whether you have a about local policies, upcoming events, or anything in between, feel free to ask away! Our staff is here to help and provide you with the information you need. Submit your question using the below form or via email at - questions@dunescity.gov First Name Last Name Email Question Send Thanks for submitting. Submit Feedback or Input on an Issue We encourage our community to share their feedback or input on topics of interest. Please keep each submissions respectful and focused. Submit your feedback or input using the below form or via email at - community.input@dunescity.gov First Name Last Name Email Feedback or Input Send Thanks for submitting. Notify City Hall of a Code Violation You may submit your Code Violation Notification using the online below form, or the printed form directly to City Hall or through E-mail at - code.enforcement@dunescity.gov City Staff may contact you to validate the specifics of the violation. Complainant: First Name Phone Last Name Email Address Subject of Violation: Date Time Location Violation Description Select an option Public Health Public Safety Public Peace Other (e.g., Debris accumulation/stagnant water/pollution of a body of water/abandoned vehicle) (e.g., Unreasonable Noise) Send Thanks for letting us know.

Edward Daniel McGuire, Mayor  Mayor McGuire was appointed Mayor mid-term October 2023 to serve the residents of Dunes City Oregon. Prior to his appointment as Mayor, he served on the Dunes City Planning Commission from February 2023 until October 2023. My Story I currently work part time from home as an Investigator for the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, responsible for investigation of complaints against licensed Engineers and Surveyors in Nevada. I have over 35 years of experience in municipal government and civil engineering of infrastructure. My career included engineering design, review, construction administration and construction management, maintenance and operations of a large city. I am active in the professional community and was elected to the grade of Fellow in 2013 by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and received the Presidents Medal in 2018. I am currently the Chair of the ASCE Annual Convention Advisory Committee responsible for the content of the annual convention. I was also President of the Southern NV Branch of ASCE. I was a volunteer and scout leader with the Boy Scouts of America for over 23 years. I received a Silver Beaver from the Las Vegas Area Council in 2008. I was also a volunteer race official for the Southern Nevada Off-Road Enthusiasts (SNORE) for 14 years. Ed received the SNORE Presidents Award in 2010 for outstanding service. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas in 1992. Contact I'm always looking for to hear from members of the community. mayor@dunescity.gov

City Council The Dunes City Council is comprised of a seven person non-compensated board consisting of a mayor and six councilors. The Mayor is elected for a two-year term and councilors are elected on a rotating basis for four-year terms. The mayor votes only in the event of a tie. Appointments for non-expired term vacancies are made by the Council. Susan Snow City Council President Melissa Stinson Councilor Rich Olson Councilor Duke Wells Councilor Larry Farnsworth Councilor Chris Clemons Councilor

History of Westlake Westlake is an unincorporated community on Siltcoos Lake in Lane County, Oregon, United States, approximately seven miles south of Florence. Its area is included in the city limits of the incorporated city of Dunes City. The post office in Dunes City is named “Westlake”, and most addresses in Dunes City have a Florence mailing address and are not in the area historically associated with Westlake.