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Topics getting the most attention in Astoria public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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HighEnvironment

Heritage Square Brownfield Cleanup

A $2 million EPA grant will fund cleanup of the Heritage Square site, including filling the pit, with the goal of future public open space downtown.

4 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 19, 2026

LowEnvironment

Hillside Cemetery native planting and reforestation

Parks staff are planting two 50-by-50-foot areas with 24 Oregon native species at Hillside Cemetery this fall — a first step toward long-term reforestation and possibly an arboretum-like space.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 23, 2026

MediumEnvironment

Chinook Indian Nation federal recognition

The council directed staff to prepare a signed letter of support for the Chinook Indian Nation's ongoing fight for federal recognition, which Councilor Davis noted could also benefit other smaller tribal nations.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 17, 2026