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Eugene City Council January 2025 schedule highlights work sessions, public hearings, and State of the City event

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Eugene, OR – The Eugene City Council invites community members to participate in its January 2025 meetings, work sessions, and public hearings. These sessions offer opportunities for public input, discussion of city policies, and updates on community projects.

**Key Events and Topics:**
– **Monday, January 13, 5:30 p.m.**
*State of the City*: Mayor-elect Kaarin Knudson and City Councilor-elect Eliza Kashinsky will be sworn in at the Hult Center. Mayor Knudson will deliver her inaugural State of the City address.

– **Wednesday, January 15, 12:00 p.m.**
*Work Session (Virtual)*: Council Budget Priorities Workshop (Part 1).

– **Tuesday, January 21, 7:30 p.m.**
*Public Hearing*: Topics include annexed property withdrawal, Sheppard Motors Plan Amendments and Zone Change, and updates to conform to DEQ Industrial Pretreatment Regulations.

– **Wednesday, January 22, 12:00 p.m.**
*Work Session (Virtual)*: Council Budget Priorities Workshop (Part 2).

– **Monday, January 27**
*5:30 p.m. Work Session*: Discussion of stormwater development standards and legislative priorities.
*7:30 p.m. Meeting*: Election of Council Officers, committee reports, public comment, and key actions on low-income housing and affordable housing funding.

– **Wednesday, January 29, 12:00 p.m.**
*Work Session (Virtual)*: Topics include Police Auditor Recruitment and discussions on state legislative policies.

**Meeting Locations and Participation:**
– In-person events are held at City Hall Council Chambers, with virtual participation available.
– Work sessions on Wednesdays are virtual only.

For details on attending or viewing meetings, visit [Eugene-or.gov/webcast](https://www.eugene-or.gov/webcast).

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