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Agenda
September 22, 2026
Virtual Meeting – via ZOOM
6:45 pm Open Social Time
7:00 Call to Order and Introductions
7:05 Approval of May minutes and Treasurer’s report – Pat Reinert
7:10 Program: How Our Local Government Works, Unincorporated Areas and More Clackamas County Transportation Department - Jeff Owen will update us on the County survey regarding possible improvement projects, one of which is Project 1068, which would add bike lanes and sidewalks to Jennings Ave from McLoughlin to River Road. Key to his presentation are “Next Steps”.
METRO - Christine Lewis, our representative, will update us on projects and programs that impact those of us in theunincorporated urban areas.
Oregon Senate - Our Senator Mark Meek will bring us up to date on recent actions at the state as well as activities thatimpact our area.
Clackamas County Land Use & Planning - Project Manager Joy Fields will brief us on the Clear and Objective Standards for zoning codes project as they apply to housing development. Our codes have been audited and are now in the process of being updated. Town Halls are planned for October.
7:45 Chair Report: Jennings Lodge School Park, Winter Social Gather & Meeting
7:50 Committee Reports: Parks, Library, Community Connections Team
8:00 Announcements, Community Updates, New Business 8:15
Adjourn – Next regular meeting December 1, 2026 7 PM
Minutes
JENNINGS LODGE CPO MEETING
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Hybrid: Jennings Lodge School classroom annex Zoom link was made available
Chair: Open
Treasurer: Pat Reinert
Director At Large: Virginia Foster
Vice Chair: Linda Neumann
Note Taker: Virginia Foster
ATTENDANCE: 18
VOTERS MEMBERS: (13) Louise Anderson, Steve Berliner,Karen Bjorklund, Grover Jeffrey Bornefeld,VirginiaFoster, Brian McCall, Jane Morrison, Linda Neumann, Pat Reinert, Kaitlyn Twombly, Elizabeth Valdez, Kevin Williams.
OTHER JL COMMUNITY MEMBERS:(5) Jack Booth, Mimi Booth, Mandy Weaver, Tom Weaver, Brian Valdez.
Others In Attendance(0)
The meeting was called to order at 7PM by acting chair, Linda Neumann.
The February minutes were approved with corrections to be made to a sentence in the minutes. Treasurer”s Report Pat Reinert reported $2,491.00 in the treasury. Expense reports were submitted to the county who has a $325 limit for reimbursement. Will find out about reimbursement in June.
PROGRAM: How Our Local Government Works: A short series of Special Districts, Unincorporated Areas andmore. Our first topic:Oak Lodge Water Services (OLWS) role and services- Kevin Williams.
Our Community Dollars at Work: Kevin Williams gave a detailed introduction of the development of the OLWSD,beginning in 1922 as a water district and expanding in 1956 to include a sanitary district. There is one employee that serves as a general manager and directors that serve 4 year terms to oversee policy and guidance. In 2021 OLWSD became an authority to be protected from annexation by other districts.
OLWS serves to ensure 1) clean drinking water, 2)waste water management for District 5 and 6, 3)Watershed protection for 36 acres of wetlands and 8 creeks.
Kevin discussed the annual budget and capital improvement plans.
OLWS rate payers will need to engage in water rationing this summer due to the lack of snow pack on Mt. Hood.
CHAIR REPORT:
Land Use Application for (4/30/26) Candy Lane School.There was a May 21st meeting and public feedback is welcome for 5 more weeks.
NCPRD: The District Advisory Committee has 2 representatives from each subarea serving 4 year terms.. JenningsLodge is sub area 1. Grover Bornefeld is currently serving a 4 year term. Linda Neumann is running for the other position. She is currently serving the remaining term from our previous representative that stepped down before his term ended. There will be an alternate position added for each subarea.
Jennings Lodge School Park should begin construction this Summer.
COMMITTEE REPORTS: Jane Morrison of our ‘Community Connections Team” gave updates on Game Night, The Bird Walk, and the History event at Jennings Lodge School for Historic Preservation Month.
The next event will be the Garden Tour on Saturday 6/20/26 Noon-4PM with check in at Jennings Lodge School. BrianMcCall who is taping tonight's meeting has been working on communications via social media.
Kaitlyn Twombley has been involved in the design and placement of our neighborhood signs. This year, due to theexpected construction taking place at Jenning Lodge Park which has been the location for our community potluck picnic and concert, we are joining forces with the OakLodge/Gladstone Rotary for a Trolley Trail Festival at Stringfield Park the Saturday of September 26th. The Rotary plans to host a Beer Garden for the event. We are seeking volunteers for the events.
Suz Figini who has been our event liaison with the Oregon City School District for the use of Jennings Lodge Schooland the grounds is stepping down from her position. Jane suggested a Thank You Note be sent to her.
ACTION ITEMS: Board Officer Elections;
Nominations are open from the floor for vice chair, secretary, and members at large. The Chair Person position is still open. These are 2 year terms. To join the board, you must be a voting member. Angie and Brenda Koehler are willingto run again as co-secretaries; LInda Neumann is running again for vice chair.
A Motion was made by Grover Bornefeld and seconded by Pat Reinert to elect Linda Neumann as vice chair and Brenda Koehler and Angie Koehler as co secretaries for 2 year terms.
Outcome:Motion approved in favor:(10) Steve Berliner, Karen Bjorklund, Grover Jeffrey Bornefeld, Virginia Foster, PaulGornick, Brian McCall, Jane Morrison, Pat Reinert, Kaitlyn Twombly, Kevin Williams. Opposed:0 Abstained ).
Meeting Recordings:There was a lengthy discussion of Public Meeting Law, and privacy concerns for attendees. How should meetings and minutes be stored for future access. It was suggested purchasing Terrabites and hard drives,permissions to record speakers or attendees for Q and A time. The motion was withdrawn until a decision could be made to address these concerns.
A motion was made by Jane Morrison and seconded by Grover Bornefeld to approve up to $500 for 2026 for the 2026 Jennings Lodge Community picnic expenses.
Outcome: Motion Approved:In favor:(9) Steve Berliner, Karen Bjorklund, Grover Jeffrey Bornefeld,Virginia Foster, BrianMcCall, Jane Morrison, Pat Reinert, Kaitlyn Twombley, Kevin Williams. Opposed:0 Abstained:0.
The meeting adjourned at 9:09 PM
