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Yachats, Gem of the Oregon Coast

Looking to the future and the next 50 years, members of the City Council opened a new chapter in the history of Yachats by hiring our first city administrator. The City’s new web site and awareness of the Trails Committee design work led to a discussion about the need for a new city logo. This topic was discussed by the council for a couple of months. A few modifications were suggested; implemented and adopted by the council at the July meeting. The new logo now appears on the city’s main web site.

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of our community, we hope you will appreciate the new design as a symbol of renewal and a celebration of all the qualities that make Yachats the Gem of the Oregon Coast.

Current News

Summer of Fun! Free Family Events at Cape Perpetua 5/28/2019

Contact: Cape Perpetua Visitor Center,  (541)-547-3289

 Waldport, OR: Cool off at the coast this summer with a variety of free family events at Cape Perpetua. In addition to the camping, hiking, tidepooling, and picnicking always available, visitors can choose from any of the activities below to experience these special places in new ways.

Saturday, June 1 - National Trails Day

9:00am meet at Devils Churn lower parking lot

 Celebrate National Trails Day with the Forest Service and the City of Yachats Trails Committee. All are encouraged to join this stewardship event where we will work together to clear the Trail of the Restless Waters for easier walkability. Carpooling is suggested. Tools will be provided, or bring your own. Bring water bottles and layered clothes for changeable weather. Water and snacks will be provided.

Saturday, June 15 - Amanda Trail Volunteer Work Party

9:00 a.m. Please RSVP to participate

 Volunteers will work on cleaning up and further preparing the new Amanda Bridge site for upcoming construction work. There will be a celebratory potluck for participants following the work. Volunteers who plan to attend the work session or the work session and potluck on June 15th should RSVP to Joanne Kittel (541.961.8374 or jnkittel@peak.org) for more information.

Ongoing:

 Mondays, May 27 - September 2 - Walk with a Ranger

12:00pm meet at the Visitor Center

 Join, retired Chief Park Ranger, Michael Noack, for an easy to moderate hike where he will be sharing information about the local flora and fauna. Hikes will last 75-90 minutes.

 Wednesdays, May 29 - August 28 - Under the Sea

10:00am - 3:00pm meet at the Visitor Center

 Oregon doesn't stop at the beach! Take a deeper dive into the Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve by joining, Tara DuBois, Communications Coordinator for the Cape Perpetua Collaborative, for interactive exhibits at the Visitor Center. At 3:00pm Tara will lead a stroll on the Captain Cook's Trail to explore the rocky shoreline and marine reserve.

 Thursdays, May 30 - August 29 - Lunch with Dr. Jim Nechols

12:00pm at the Visitor Center

 Dr. Jim Nechols, retired professor of Entomology from Kansas State University, will present “Alien Invaders: Invasive Plants of Siuslaw National Forest” and “Self Defense 101 for Insects: Insect Defense Mechanisms”

 Saturdays, June 1 - August 31 - Ranger F.E.D Talks

12:00pm at the Visitor Center

 Join Siuslaw National Forest Field Rangers for a fun and informative "Forest, Explore, Discover" Siuslaw National Forest presentation in the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center theater

 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, June 4 - September 5 - Walk with a Ranger

12:00pm meet at the Visitor Center

 Explore a variety of natural history topics on The Giant Spruce Trail, Discovery Loop, or Captain Cook Trail on a guided hike lead by Siuslaw National Forest Field Rangers.

 These events are free, but a Northwest Forest Pass, Oregon Coast Passport, federal recreation pass, or $5 day-use fee is required within the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area and at some trailheads and day use sites. For more information on these events, contact the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center at 541-547-3289. To learn more about family-friendly activities on the forest, visit https://go.usa.gov/x5Xrq

Public Works Painting 5/15/2019

Public Works will be painting curbs, stop bars and parking stripes weather permitting during the month of June. Please be careful and alert in work zones. City workers will try to make the inconvenience as brief as possible. Thank you for your cooperation. Call City Hall 541-547-3565 if you have any questions. 

Facilities Rentals 5/1/2019

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2019 Council Goals 1/4/2019

Hello Yachats!

Please see the Council's Goals for the 2019 Calendar Year

https://yachatsoregon.org/Documents/Download/2019-01-02_Council_Goals.pdf


Budget 2018-19 7/1/2018

Yachats Final Budget for 2018-19

https://yachatsoregon.org/Documents/Download/2018_2019_FInal_Budget.pdf 

City Council Vision

Our village is a place where natural resources are valued and protected, where diversity is celebrated, and where a vibrant economy and sense of community pride create and recreate a living spirit. Yachats cares not just for its citizens’ basic needs but also supports them in their efforts to excel mentally, physically, artistically, and spiritually. It is a community with an enduring sense of itself.

Upcoming City Meetings More…

  • Council Work Session

    7/3/2019 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM

  • Emergency Planning

    7/9/2019 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

  • Public Works & Streets Comm.

    7/9/2019 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

  • Planning Commission

    7/16/2019 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

  • Finance Committee

    7/17/2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

  • Yachats Academy

    7/17/2019 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

  • City Council Meeting

    7/17/2019 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

  • Parks & Commons Comm.

    7/18/2019 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM