The Phoenix Urban Renewal Agency (PHURA) is scheduled to convene, with a portion of the meeting dedicated to private deliberations regarding potential real estate deals. The meeting agenda includes standard procedures like a call to order, roll call, and the approval of minutes from a previous meeting held on January 20, 2026.
Agenda Highlights
The agenda outlines opportunities for public comment, limited to three minutes per speaker. A consent agenda is also planned, allowing for the routine approval of items like the January 20th meeting minutes with a single motion. However, any member of PHURA or staff can request an item be removed for separate discussion.
Executive Session
A significant portion of the meeting will be held in executive session, a closed-door meeting permitted under ORS 192.660(2)(e). This session is specifically for deliberations concerning real property transactions. While the news media and designated staff are permitted to attend, they are directed not to disclose details of the discussions beyond the general subject matter.
Notably, no decisions are to be made during the executive session. Following the executive session, the agenda includes time for comments from the Executive Director and Board Members, before a final adjournment. The date of the next meeting has not yet been determined.
Accessing the Meeting
The meeting will be accessible via Zoom. General public access is available through Webinar ID 853 7227 6526, passcode 528836. Media representatives have a separate Zoom link with Webinar ID 850 1229 1475 and passcode 495797. Both options also provide a dial-in number: +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of a consent agenda?
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be adopted by one motion, without separate discussion unless requested by a member of PHURA or staff.
How can members of the public address the PHURA board?
Persons wanting to present information or raise an issue not on the agenda may do so during the Public Comments portion of the meeting, limited to three minutes per speaker.
What is an executive session and why is it being held?
An executive session is a closed-door meeting held for specific purposes allowed by law. In this case, it is being held to conduct deliberations with designated persons regarding real property transactions.
As the Phoenix Urban Renewal Agency prepares to discuss potential real estate negotiations, what role do you believe public transparency should play in these types of economic development discussions?
