Springfield, Ore. — The Springfield Legislative Committee gathered to discuss the upcoming 2025 legislative priorities about creating a one-page city priorities document, housing language and transportation projects on Nov. 8. 

Mayor Sean VanGordon, Councilors Kori Rodley, Steve Moe and Beth Blackwell discussed the election results of the Senate, House of Representatives and gubernatorial races, and noted that all statewide elected officials are Democrats in Oregon. While the Democrats have a supermajority in the Senate and in the House, they will need bipartisan support for tax measures. 

The committee also discussed the outcomes of four statewide measures that were on the ballot. 

The committee plans to create a one-page summary instead of an eight-page document of Springfield’s top priorities. This document will include graphics and is intended to communicate the city’s needs to community members and legislators. It will include the city’s housing mandates and transportation projects and studies. 

 “The city doesn’t build houses, but we’re putting in place so many restrictive mandates,” said Councilor Steve Moe. His concern is that the strict regulations are preventing people from building houses. In addressing this issue, the committee said flexible language is a requirement when they are creating their rules and regulations for the city. 

The committee has three top transportation priorities. They first want to address the boundaries around Q Street and Mohawk Boulevard with minimal delays. Second, they will complete a transportation study for Gateway Street. Third, they will obtain a small grant to repave and create sidewalks. 

Springfield’s Legislative Committee will meet again in January to finalize its priorities and continue to discuss funding and policy changes.