Business View Civil & Municipal l November 2022

35 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9 NEWBERG, OREGON Newberg adopted its riverfront master plan in 2021, which calls for the development of land adjacent to the mill site for a variety of uses over the next several decades. According to Rogers the plan also includes “developing a thin tract of land along the bluff that sits between the Newberg-Dundee bypass and the Willamette River into a commercial, residential and recreational zone.” A concerted effort has been made to emphasize the sustainable use of resources, with the goal of utilising more power generation and solar panels at the top of the wish list. From an infrastructure standpoint, the city hopes to build a bypass that will route traffic around downtown, making the main retail area more walkable. The natural beauty of the region belies the many activities that are available year-round. Newberg’s city council approved a plan for a new aquatic center for its residents and the Chehalem Cultural Center celebrates the arts, community, education, heritage, and inclusion of the region. It is housed in a historic brick building that began its life in 1935 as Central School. Nearby is Chehalem Glenn Golf Course with 18 holes of championship golf and stunning scenery that offers fair play for golfers of all skill levels. Newberg is also home to an enthusiastic disc golf community with three courses in the area. State parks, seemingly unlimited hiking trails, and other outdoor wonders await anyone who visits. In many ways, Rogers sees Newberg as the land of unlimited potential and opportunity. He hopes that the next few years will bring more affordable housing, the highway bypass to support downtown walkability, more efficient city services, and good-paying jobs for new residents with an abundance of workers for employers. These are good challenges to have