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City Manager’s Update
Dear Dayton Community,
It is with mixed emotions that I announce my departure as your City Manager. Serving this incredible community over the past nine years has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Together, we have navigated through challenges and celebrated numerous accomplishments, all of which I will cherish as I move forward to the next chapter of my journey.
Over the last six years as City Manager, we have achieved significant milestones. The utility bridge (Footbridge) infrastructure upgrades, set to reopen early this summer and the Highway 221 Lift Station Replacement project, in full swing and will be completed in the next 12 months, stands as a testament to our collective hard work. The Ferry Street Trunk Sewer and Main Pump Station project completed in 2019 replaced 1965 concrete sewer lines and increased sewer capacity. The 6th to Flower Sidewalk Improvement Project has brought much-needed sidewalks along Ferry Street, fulfilling a long-standing Council strategic goal. We also accomplished a unique UGB Swap, the second of its kind in Oregon's history, and completed multiple infrastructure projects and road overlays. City staff securing over $6 million in grant funding has further strengthened our community.
We also developed the Clean Up Week with a city-wide garage sale and a weeklong community free swap added to the traditional Saturday morning Clean Up Day. Last year it was estimated that we reduced the number of materials going to the landfill by 5 large containers! We brought back Cinco de Mayo, National Night Out and added a fall craft faire at the Community Center on top of the traditional events – Christmas Tree Lighting, Breakfast with Santa and Bazaar, Old Timers Weekend and the Library Halloween Party.
These achievements were made possible through the unwavering support of the City Council, the community, and the dedication of our exceptional city staff. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the opportunity to serve you.
Recently, I have been offered an exciting opportunity to become the City Manager of Monmouth. While I am thrilled about this new challenge, leaving Dayton is a bittersweet decision. I will miss collaborating with the City Council, the community, and the Dayton city staff.
My resignation will be effective June 12, 2024., I will work diligently with the Council and city staff to ensure a smooth transition. We will focus on wrapping up key projects, planning for the future, and adopting the budget to ensure continuity and stability for Dayton.
Thank you for the trust and support you have given me. It has been a privilege to serve as your City Manager. I wish you all continued success and look forward to seeing the great things Dayton will achieve in the years to come.
Sincerely,Rochelle Roaden
