OPRD release – SALEM, Ore.—The rule advisory committee will meet in May to discuss a Lincoln City request to close vehicle access at North 35th Court. Vehicles are currently allowed on the ocean shore within 150 feet of North 35th Court and North 15th Street as stated in Oregon Administrative Rule 736-024-0025. Lincoln City has requested a permanent closure of vehicle access at 35th Court, except for emergency vehicles. The city has also requested a review of parking on the ocean shore at 15th Street. The committee will meet virtually Monday, May 1 at 12 p.m. and Wednesday, May 10 at 3 p.m. to review and discuss the proposed rule changes. The meetings are open to the public and can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkqL6iVPBrfCTO27cNmCTwg. The meeting agenda will include discussions on impacts of proposed changes to safety, recreational uses, and other community needs to align program operations. The committee will also discuss any economic and fiscal impact of the proposed rules. Committee members, appointed by OPRD, include individuals from the city of Lincoln City, community members, and non-profit organizations. After the committee review, the rule will be open for public comment this spring. More information about this rulemaking is available on the OPRD website: https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/PRP/Pages/PRP-rulemaking.aspx Individuals who require special accommodations to view the meetings should contact Robert Ellison at 971-304-4689 at least three days in advance of the meeting.
