Oregon Record
Astoria
Low PriorityParks Recopen

Former Central School Site — Park Proposal

Summary

Resident Jim Spence proposed the city buy the former Central School property, contingent on voter approval of a bond measure, and turn it into a park, citing failed multifamily housing attempts and groundwater problems.

At a glance

Total mentions
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Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 2, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Would require voter-approved bond funding plus a maintenance mechanism — no city commitment made.

✅Who benefits

Residents would gain open space if the proposal ever advanced to a bond vote.

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