BACC Supports Measure 6-167, April 18

News release BACC.  The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC), after a thorough review of the proposal, has voted to support Coos Bay Measure 6-167 and urges Coos Bay voters to approve this housekeeping measure, which updates the City Charter eliminating unnecessary wording, unconstitutional sections and adding definitions to promote efficient management, by voting yes.  The City of Coos Bay, like most cities in Oregon, is a chartered city which allows its citizens to create and later amend the City’s Charter. The City Charter is a document that defines the organization, its powers, functions, and the essential procedures of city government.  Since Coos Bay’s first City Charter was enacted back in the early 1900’s, the voters have amended the Charter numerous times to meet the evolving needs of the City and voter wishes. On February 20, 2018, the Coos Bay City Council unanimously approved a resolution to ask the voters to consider adjusting the frequency of Council meetings; removing unnecessary and unconstitutional provisions of the current City Charter; to clarify the term roadways in the utilities definitions; and to modify the process for issuing revenue bonds. These Charter adjustments are long overdue and better reflect actual municipal operations. The measure represents a good move toward solid management by a well-focused and actively working city council. We urge you to vote YES on Coos Bay Measure 6-167. The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, professional business organization made up of the Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston communities. The Chamber works for a healthy economic climate of good jobs, more customers and efficient government. The Chamber’s strength lies in the number and diversity of its membership. With over 580 members strong representing every aspect of this area’s economy, we use their vast collective experiences and energy to make a positive difference in our community.