NEWBERG, Ore. — Nearly four weeks after the City of Newberg unveiled preliminary designs for a major reconstruction of South River Street, residents say they are still searching for consistent answers — and a meaningful seat at the table — as the city works to formalize an ad hoc committee to guide the project.
More than 100 people have signed a petition in support of River Street residents since the March 9 open house, according to a press release issued by the South Central Neighbors of Newberg, a resident group that has formed in response to the project. On March 26, more than 40 residents gathered at a local church to share questions, pool resources, and identify their council representatives.
“There’s still so many unknowns,” said Karla Vargas, a South River Street resident. “Whoever I talk to, I’m getting a different answer, and so just some consistent communication — and a say in what happens to our neighborhood.”…