Lincoln City Welcome Center
Join us as we continue preparations for the new Lincoln City Welcome Center at the D River State Recreation Site! The community outreach conducted in 2022-23 definitely helped direct our planning efforts. We recently began regular update meetings with the architectural/construction team and look forward to sharing new information. Follow us to stay informed as this exciting project moves forward.
Join us as we continue preparations for the new Lincoln City Welcome Center at the D River State Recreation Site! The community outreach conducted in 2022-23 definitely helped direct our planning efforts. We recently began regular update meetings with the architectural/construction team and look forward to sharing new information. Follow us to stay informed as this exciting project moves forward.
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Phone 541-996-1275 Email cmorgan@lincolncity.org
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Lifecycle
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Project Conception
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageD River State Recreation Site was recognized as the heart of Lincoln City, for residents and visitors alike. Interest grew in honoring and preserving the location as a "gateway" to our over seven miles of beaches.
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Starting Point Design
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageInitial overall design was created in partnership with Bearing Architecture. Discussions began around the plan's feasibility, areas in need of adjustments, and areas that promised to serve the city well.
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Idea Gathering
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageMultiple outreach events were used to gather community input regarding the proposed Lincoln City Welcome Center. These ideas were analyzed and utilized to direct project elements and priorities.
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IGA Approval by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageInteragency Agreement signed by OPRD, granting Lincoln City lease approval for the wayside property.
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Proposal Evaluations
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageDrawings were submitted by a number of firms with civic construction specialization and experience. City leaders vetted submissions and unanimously selected the plan created by Bearing Architecture in partnership with Bremik Construction.
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City Council Consideration
Lincoln City Welcome Center has finished this stageProject proposal submitted for review and approval during session on February 24th, 2025.
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Updates and Adjustments
Lincoln City Welcome Center is currently at this stageOriginal proposal will be adjusted according to visitation demands, community needs and events.
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Public Meetings
this is an upcoming stage for Lincoln City Welcome CenterBearing Architecture and Bremik Construction will facilitate community events. Plans will be shared, and corresponding input will be collected to drive potential revisions.
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Final Approval
this is an upcoming stage for Lincoln City Welcome CenterCity Council will approve the final plan, thus initiating construction.
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Construction Process
this is an upcoming stage for Lincoln City Welcome CenterWork will be done demolishing the current restrooms, re-creating a more efficient parking lot, and constructing the combined Welcome Center / restroom facility.
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Welcome Center Opening!
this is an upcoming stage for Lincoln City Welcome CenterProject completion, upon which both local and visiting populations can enjoy the new facilities. Information, both educational and attraction related, will be available for all who step inside. New, upgraded facilities will provide convenience for those who come to the site, whether during a workday break or as a vacation destination.
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