UPDATED: 4/7/2026, NOTE: Time Change: 10 a.m.-11 a.m., not 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Grants Pass residents will have an opportunity to connect directly with local leadership this week during an upcoming Council Community Connection event, designed to bring city officials and community members together in a relaxed and approachable setting.
Scheduled for Friday, April 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., the gathering will take place at Rogue Roasters in downtown Grants Pass. The event is open to the public and encourages residents from across the community to attend, ask questions, share concerns, and engage in meaningful conversations with members of the City Council.
The Council Community Connection series is intended to strengthen communication between city leadership and the people they serve. Rather than the formal structure of council meetings, this setting offers a more informal and personal environment where residents can speak openly about issues that matter to them, whether those involve city services, infrastructure, public safety, economic development, or everyday quality of life in Grants Pass.
City officials emphasize that these events are not limited to specific agendas or presentations. Instead, they are built around open dialogue, giving residents the freedom to guide conversations based on their interests and priorities. For many, it provides a valuable opportunity to gain insight into how local government operates while also ensuring their voices are heard outside of traditional public comment periods.
Hosting the event at a local business like Rogue Roasters reflects the city’s continued effort to support and highlight community gathering spaces while making civic engagement more accessible. Attendees are welcome to stop in at any point during the two-hour window, whether for a quick conversation or a longer discussion over coffee.
Community participation remains a vital part of shaping the future of Grants Pass, and events like this are designed to foster transparency, collaboration, and trust between residents and their elected officials. By creating a space where conversations can happen naturally, the city hopes to encourage broader involvement from individuals who may not typically attend formal meetings.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to engage directly with City Council members, ask questions, and contribute to ongoing discussions about the direction and priorities of the community.
The Council Community Connection event will be held Friday, April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Rogue Roasters, located at 610 SW 6th Street in Grants Pass. All residents are welcome to attend.