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Ordinances & Resolutions Ordinances Filter by Year Ord # Date Description File 277 May 6, 2026 Ordinance to amend chapter 120 "Business Licenses" PDF 276 May 6, 2026 Fireworks Prohibition - Not Adopted Not Available 275 Land Use Code - Pending Not Available 274 Oct 1, 2025 An Ordinance amending Chapter 36 Previously amended by Ordinance No. 238, Code Enforcement PDF 273 Oct 1, 2025 An Ordinance amending Chapter 142 of the Dunes City Code, related to subsurface sanitation PDF 272 Aug 20, 2025 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 51 - Regulations related to the City's domestic water right PDF 271 Jun 18, 2025 An Ordinance Granting to Central Lincoln People's Utility District... PDF 270 Jun 4, 2025 An ordinance amending Chapter 91 - Nuisances PDF 269 May 6, 2024 Placing temporary halt on the issuance of short-term rental permits PDF 268 Feb 21, 2024 Amends Existing Chapter 37 - City Policies PDF 267 Feb 21, 2024 Amends Title I of the Dunes City Code of Ordinances to create a new Chapter 11 PDF 266 Jul 20, 2022 Ban on psilocybin service centers and the manufacture of psilocybin product PDF 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Resolutions Filter by Year Resolution Series Description File 5 2026 A Resolution declaring the City's election and qualifications to receive state gas, cigarette and liquor taxes pursuant to ORS 221.760 PDF 4 2026 A Resolution to Repeal Resolution Series 2022, No 7, which had authorized the City Administrator to accept ownership and control of Fern Acres Water System PDF 3 2026 A Resolution to Repeal and Replace Resolution 11-09-06, Determining Dunes City Public Records/Information Request Policy PDF 2 2026 Resolution Adopting the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget PDF 1 2026 Reducing allowed STR's to zero - Not Adopted Not Available 8 2025 A Resolution setting fees for code enforcement violations PDF 7 2025 A Resolution of the City Council of Dunes City, Lane County, amending the Charter allowing alternative to signature requirement for electors. PDF 6 2025 A Resolution adopting an increase to the Business License Fee pursuant to Chapter 120 of the Dunes City Code of Ordinances, and other matters properly relating therto. PDF 5 2025 A Resolution amending the annual administrative fee for participants in Dunes City's Domentic Shared Water Rights PDF 4 2025 A Resolution declaring the City's election and qualifications to receive state gas taxes, cigarette taxes and liquor taxes pursant to ORS 221.760 PDF 3 2025 A Resolution Adopting the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget PDF 2 2025 A resolution establishing fees and charges for building code division transactions and establising date. Effectie date: June 12, 2025 PDF 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ... 13

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Living with the Wildlife Living near wildlife brings both benefits and dangers. It offers unique nature experiences but also risks like accidents and disease spread. Balancing these factors is vital for human safety and wildlife conservation. Bears Cougars Enjoying Oregon’s natural beauty brings with it some responsibilities. Co-existing with the state’s bear population is one of them. By following the guidelines in this brochure, you can help keep Oregon’s bears safe and where they belong – in the wilderness. Oregon is home to about 25,000 to 30,000 black bears. Generally black in color, they also can be brown, cinnamon or blond. Fast and agile, they are good swimmers and climbers who prefer forests, trails and stream beds. At home throughout Oregon, black bears are voracious consumers of berries, fruit, grasses, plants and, sometimes, animals. An integral part of Oregon’s ecosystem, the continued viability of the black bear depends on the knowledge and support of all our citizens. Most importantly, black bears should never be allowed access to human food or garbage; it habituates them to people and increases the chance of conflict. Once habituated to finding food near homes or campgrounds, bears can become a threat to human safety and often must be destroyed. If you encounter a bear Black bear attacks are uncommon. In most cases, a bear will avoid human contact. It is never safe to approach a bear. Give any bear you encounter a way to escape. Step off the trail and slowly walk away. If you see bear cubs, steer clear and leave the area. If you encounter a bear, stay calm. Do not run or make sudden movements. Back away slowly as you face the bear. Avoid direct eye contact with the bear. If a bear stands on his hind legs, he is trying to detect scents; he is not necessarily behaving aggressively. In the unlikely event you are attacked, fight back. Shout, be aggressive, use rocks, sticks, and hands to fend off an attack. For more information about living with black bears, visit the ODFW Web site. If you are involved in a face-to-face encounter with a bear, call the nearest office of ODFW or Oregon State Police. Homeowners Checklist Bear-proofing your yard and neighborhood can help avoid potentially dangerous encounters. Keep pet food indoors. Feed pets in the house, garage or enclosed kennel. Hang bird feeders from a wire at least 10 feet off the ground and 6 to 10 feet from the trunk of a tree. Keep the area under bird feeders clean. Remove fruit that has fallen from trees. Add lime to compost piles to reduce odors. Do not compost meat, bones, fruit, dairy products or grease. Secure garbage cans in a garage, shed or behind a chain link or electric fence. Put garbage cans out just before pick-up time, not the night before. Purchase bear-proof garbage cans if necessary. Take garbage with you when leaving your vacation home. Clean garbage containers regularly with bleach or moth balls to reduce odors. Use electric fencing to keep bears from orchards, gardens, compost, beehives and berries. Store livestock food in a secure place. Don’t leave scented candles, soap or suntan lotions outdoors or near open windows. Talk to neighbors to encourage everyone in the neighborhood to remove attractants. Stay indoors and allow a visiting bear to move on. Keep barbeques clean. Store them in a shed or garage. Never, ever feed a bear. Teach children about bear safety. Campers and Hikers Checklist Before enjoying the natural beauty Oregon has to offer, learn about its resident bears and how to avoid conflicts. Contain Food and Garbage Store food in airtight containers in the trunk of your car, in bear boxes or on platforms. Hang bagged food at least 10 feet high and 6 to 10 feet from a tree trunk or side support. Do not leave food items or pet food outdoors or in tents. Clean all food preparation and eating utensils immediately after using them, and place them in vehicles or sealed, bear-proof containers. Dispose of garbage in bear-proof cans or pack it out. Do not bury garbage – bears will dig it up. Camp Safely Keep campsites and campfire areas clean. Sleep at least 100 yards from cooking and eating areas. Keep dogs on leashes or in cars. Never pick up a bear cub – its mother has left it there and will return. Stay clear of berry patches. Don’t leave soap, suntan lotion, candles or scented items outdoors or in a tent. Pitch your tent away from dense brush or trees – avoid what might be an animal trail to a river or stream. Use a flashlight at night. Don’t camp or hike alone. Teach children about bear safety. Hike Safely Avoid trails with bear tracks or bear sign. Make noise when hiking so as not to surprise a bear. If you see a bear, leave the area. Stay far away from cubs – the mother is nearby. Leash dogs. A loose dog may lead a bear back to you. Don’t hike after dark. Consider carrying bear pepper spray in areas known to have bears. Anglers and Hunters Checklist Fishing or hunting in bear country brings some additional challenges, so take extra caution. Manage Food and Refuse Keep food in bear-proof containers. Keep campsites and campfire areas clean. Place all garbage and fish refuse in sealed, bear-proof containers. Do not bury garbage or fish refuse; bears will dig it up. Be Safe While Fishing Fish with at least one other person. Make noise. Talk loudly around a stream – carry a whistle to use to alert bears of your presence. Avoid berry patches. If you see a bear or fresh bear sign, leave the area. Give way to any bear you encounter. Clean fish at designated cleaning stations. Avoid salmon spawning areas where bears are likely to be seeking food. Guidelines for Hunters Be aware of your surroundings; be cautious. Watch for fresh bear sign. If you see a bear, leave the area. Don’t hunt alone. Be aware that by calling in an animal, you may attract a bear. Follow all safe camping rules. Cougars, also called mountain lions, are Oregon’s largest cat species. While cougar sightings and encounters are relatively rare, it is wise to educate yourself about cougars. Native to Oregon, cougars range throughout the state. Population densities vary depending on habitat — the highest densities occur in the Blue Mountains in the northeastern part of the state and in the southwestern Cascade Mountains. Oregon’s current cougar population is estimated at more than 5,000. Cougars are carnivores. Their primary food source is deer, but they also will take elk, raccoons, bighorn sheep and other mammals and birds. As a top predator, the health of the cougar population is a good indicator of the health of the entire ecosystem. Attention on these animals has increased as Oregon’s human population expands and more people work, play and live in areas inhabited by these big cats. By following the guidelines in this brochure, you can reduce your chances of a negative encounter. Cougar tracks versus dog tracks Cougar Tracks Tracks do not generally include claw marks because cougars have retractable claws. The heal pad has three distinct lobes at the base and is indented at the top, forming a distinct “M” shape. Dog Tracks Tracks usually include claw marks. The heel pads are more rounded. Living in Cougar Country Some common sense guidelines can keep you and your neighborhood safe. Learn the neighborhood. Be aware of any wildlife corridors or places where deer or elk concentrate. Walk pets during the day and keep them on a leash. Keep pets indoors at dawn and dusk. Shelter them for the night. Feed pets indoors. Don’t leave food or garbage outside. Use animal-proof garbage cans if necessary. Remove heavy brush from near the house and any play areas. Install motion-activated light outdoors along walkways and driveways. Be more cautious at dawn and dusk when cougars are most active. Do not feed any wildlife. By attracting other wildlife, you may attract a cougar. Keep areas around bird feeders clean. Deer-proof your garden and yard with nets, lights and fencing. Fence and shelter livestock. Move them to sheds or barns at night. Report any cougar sighting or encounter to a local ODFW office or Oregon State Police office. Recreating in Cougar Country Cougars usually will sense people and leave an area, but by following these guidelines you can further minimize your risk of encountering one. Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Leave your dog at home or keep it on a leash. Pets running free may lead a cougar back to you. Hike in groups. Make noise to alert wildlife of your presence. Keep children close to you. Teach them about wildlife. Keep campsites clean. Sleep 100 yards from cooking areas. Store food in animal-proof containers. Carry deterrent spray. Be cautious at dusk and dawn. Never feed any wildlife. Prey attracts predators. Do not approach any wildlife; stay at least 100 yards away. Steer clear of baby wildlife. The mother is likely nearby. Be alert when sitting quietly or stopping to rest. Hunters must be especially alert at dawn and dusk when cougars are most active. Be aware that animal calls and animal kills can attract a cougar. Report any cougar sighting or encounter to a local ODFW office or Oregon State Police office. Encountering a Cougar Cougars often will retreat if given the opportunity. Always leave the animal a way to escape. Stay calm and stand your ground. Maintain direct eye contact. Pick up any children, but do so without bending down or turning your back on the cougar. Back away slowly. Do not run. Running triggers a response in cougars which could lead to an attack. Raise your voice and speak firmly. If the cougar seems aggressive, raise your arms to make yourself look larger and clap your hands. If in the very unusual event that a cougar attacks you, fight back with rocks, sticks, garden tools or any other items available.

Siltcoos Lake Siltcoos Lake (silt’-koos), at 3,164 acres, is the largest lake on the Oregon Coast of the United States. Fed by runoff from a basin of about 68 square miles in Douglas and Lane counties, it is located about 7 miles south of Florence and 0.5 miles east of U.S. Route 101. Its name comes from a Lower Umpqua (Siuslaw) placename, a variant of which is Tsiltcoos. The lake, with a mean elevation of 8 feet above sea level, empties into the Siltcoos River, which meanders generally west for about 3 miles to its mouth on the Pacific Ocean. A dam about a half-mile downriver regulates the lake’s outflow. Siltcoos Lake is a submerged remnant of a Siltcoos River delta that existed before the most recent ice age. The lake formed after melting glaciers caused a rise in sea level that drowned the lower reaches of Oregon’s coastal rivers. Sediments from the sluggish rivers formed sand dunes, behind which the ancestral mouths of rivers like the Siltcoos became lakes. Nearby Woahink Lake is similar remnant. Fed mainly by four small freshwater tributaries—Woahink, Fiddle, Maple, and Lane creeks—the lake is very shallow. About 80 percent of it is less than 15 feet deep, and 32 percent of it consists of shoal areas. The shallowness contributes to the lake’s eutrophic nature, related to extensive populations of Elodea, Myriophyllum, and other aquatic plants. A wide variety of warm-water fish thrive in the lake, where nutrients are plentiful, but these nutrients have also led historically to troublesome algal blooms. Recreation Siltcoos Lake is a popular destination for fishing and is home to many warm-water species as well as transient sea-going fish such as salmon and steelhead. Anglers try for bass weighing up to 9 pounds, as well as perch, catfish, crappies, bluegill, and cutthroat trout. Camping is available at several spots within a few miles of the lake. These include Tyee Campground along the Siltcoos River; Waxmyrtle and Lagoon campgrounds, accessible from Route 101 south of the lake, and Driftwood II Campground, west of Lagoon Campground. Honeyman State Park, with hundreds of campsites, is about 2 miles north along Route 101.

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.

City Permits, Forms and Information Here you will find all the necessary information and forms to obtain permits for various activities in the city. Our goal is to make the process smooth and efficient as possible, so please don't hesitate to reach out us if you have questions or concerns. Permit applications can be submitted and managed through the Oregon ePermitting Site. New Home Builds FAQs Dunes City Building Setback Requirements Septic Setback Requirements Required Electrical Inspections Required Building Inspections Exterior Wall Enhanced Drainage NW Code Important Links NW Code Additional Energy Options ORSC Wind and Seismic References Misc City Forms Employment Application Permit Administrator – Job Description Planning Secretary – Job Description Administrative Assistant – Job Description Code Enforcement Officer - Job Description Information Request Dunes City Hall Rental Application Complaint Appointive Office (Volunteer) Application Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form Septic Inspection Septic Inspection Form DEQ Septic Inspectors- Approved List Permits Structural Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Conditional Use Permit Demolition Driveway (Contact Permit Office) Excavation & Grading Land Disturbance Permit 1 Acre (DEQ) Land Division Form- Subdivision and Partition Land Use/Property Line Adjustment Manufactured Dwelling Property Owner/Construction Responsibility Form Septic Land Use Compatibility Statement DEQ Water Single Owner Transfer of Ownership Community System Vacant Property Permit Extension Form Appeal to City Council Application Renewable Energy Right – Of – Way Permit Application for Vegetation and Tree Removal Erosion and Sediment Control/Stormwater Management Permit Form Short-Term Rental Application Permitted STRs and Information New Home Builds FAQs Dunes City Building Setback Requirements Septic Setback Requirements Required Electrical Inspections Required Building Inspections Exterior Wall Enhanced Drainage NW Code Important Links NW Code Additional Energy Options ORSC Wind and Seismic References Misc City Forms Employment Application Permit Administrator – Job Description Planning Secretary – Job Description Administrative Assistant – Job Description Code Enforcement Officer - Job Description Dunes City Hall Rental Application Complaint Public Information Records Request Appointive Office (Volunteer) Application Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form Septic Inspection Septic Inspection Form DEQ Septic Inspectors- Approved List Do I Need A Permit? Oregon law requires you to obtain permits for a range of work on your home to ensure that the improvements meet minimum building standards to ensure safe workmanship. Permits are required for all new construction as well as for specific alterations to existing homes, which include structural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical changes. The true value of the permit lies in the accompanying expert inspection of your project. The person performing the work, whether it is a homeowner or contractor, is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits. Once the permit is issued, you can begin work. The permit must be on site and available to the inspector and if your permit has accompanying approved plans, they must be available as well. Your permit expires if work is not started within 180 days from its issuance. Once you have begun work, your permit expires if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days or more. If you cannot work within a 180 day period but do not wish to abandon the project, you need to submit a written request to extend your permit for an additional 180 days. The links below describe which types of projects require a permit and which ones do not. Keep in mind that the descriptions only apply to one or two-family dwellings. If you still are not sure whether you need a permit, locate and contact the building department responsible for your area. Electrical Mechanical Plumbing Residential

Woahink Lake Located a few miles south of Florence, the 820-acre Woahink Lake is the largest of the three coastal freshwater lakes within the boundary of Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park . One of the deepest in Oregon, over 74 feet (23 meters) deep, Woahink Lake is a cryptodepression lake , extending 36 feet (11 meters) below sea level. Woahink Lake was formed during the Pleistocene Epoch in the ancient delta of Siltcoos River. Because of melting glaciers, sea level rose and coastal streams became sluggish. Slow-moving streams weren't strong enough to overcome impounded water and sedimentary rocks. During the extended period of time, the sediments were abraded into the sand which, in turn, formed dunes. About 85 percent of the Woahink Lake shoreline is privately owned and only the northwestern side of the lake is situated within Jessie C. Honeyman Memorial State Park. If you travel from Florence, turn left (east) from Highway 101 onto Canary Road, cross the bridge, and near the bridge on the right, you will find a boat ramp. This spot is a favorite for scuba divers. The lake is popular for a variety of activities, including fishing. Species include large mouth bass , rainbow and coastal cutthroat trout , yellow perch , and others. The part of the state park on the east side of the highway near Woahink Lake has boat ramps, a roped-off swimming area, group tent camps, picnic areas, and a meeting hall.

History of Dunes City In a 1957-58 Pacific Coast Recreation Area Survey, the National Park Service (NPS) initiated plans to incorporate a large area for preservation as the Oregon Dunes National Seashore. Various lands were previously acquired by the NPS in the United States for similar purposes. Some of these properties could not be purchased at a “reasonable price” from their owners. Therefore, the properties were condemned and acquired by the government anyway through eminent domain laws at prices set by the government and the property owners lost what they believed was the real value of their property. Residents of Dunes City sought to avoid this by incorporating and becoming a fully functioning municipality. Dunes City was formally organized in August 1963. The town’s first meeting took place in the Woahink Lake home of Doctor E.S. Stong and in addition to Dr. Stong, the first Council members present were Phil Himmel (first Mayor), Martin Christensen, Ray Riesenhuber and Clair Hammond. The first order of business brought before the new city was the appointment of a municipal judge, Bill Grenbremer, and the first ordinance passed concerned the construction of new houses and subdivisions within the city boundaries. A rather challenging problem for this new council was the Oregon state law which required all cities to adopt a budget before any spending could take place. No revenues could be collected until the following July when liquor and gas taxes would become available, so residents dedicated to the formation of Dunes City contributed the initial funds required for operations and this formed the basis for the City’s first budget. Initially there was a five person Budget Committee comprised. David Dier, Bernie LaForge, Ray Smith, Ted Simmoneau, and Bob Merz. Their initial budget required a vote of approval by the residents of Dunes City before any money could be spent so it is no surprise that Mayor Himmel was busy soliciting pledges of support from local residents. Martin Christensen headed the Council’s Census Committee, which was charged with the responsibility of counting the Dunes City population. A census was required for the calculation and receipt of gas tax and liquor license revenues. This effort was vital to future Dunes City budgets and funding. There were many challenges facing this fledgling city. Decisions would be required regarding sanitation and building codes, completion of census data, zoning, lawsuits, personnel, roads and police requirements. To help guide the Dunes City Council through it’s infancy, John Luvaas was employed as the first City Attorney. More detailed information is available about these issues in a special scrapbook, which was assembled by local historians and is maintained at the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum in their library archives. Of special interest is a copy of the U.S. Department of Interior, National Park Service Question and Answer survey, which was created to answer questions regarding the government’s future proposed use and preservation plans for the Dunes Seashore Area.