Emergency bus transportation agreement with Sunset Empire Transportation District
Summary
The city locked in a partnership so buses can move residents during a natural or man-made disaster, with the city covering costs and either side able to exit on 30 days' notice.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
No routine cost — the city pays for transportation actually used during an emergency, with costs submitted for disaster assistance reimbursement.
All Astoria residents who would need evacuation or transport during a disaster.
Potentially the city's road fund, if the fee revenue disappears.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jun 22, 2026
Councilor Adams wants to revisit the city's transportation system development charges — fees builders pay for road impacts. After freezing them last meeting, she's now pushing to eliminate them entirely at the next meeting.
City Council - May 18, 2026
The city locked in a partnership so buses can move residents during a natural or man-made disaster, with the city covering costs and either side able to exit on 30 days' notice.
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