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Cityscape 2000-12 Visit our website: www.ci.tigard.or.us ■■■■ 1111, n ri n Hill rin nn ■■■ X111111 ■■■irinri 11111 rinnn C I T Y S C A P E Vol.XVIII No. 12The Official Newsletter of Tigard December 2000 Mayor's Corner For those who voted,thank you. The Tigard City Council had two posi- THE CITY OF TIGARD, TIGARD AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, AND TIGARD/TUAIATIN SCHOOL tions available.Tigard voters retained D157RICT INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO ATTEND THE COMMUNITY Councilor Brian Moore and Craig Dirksen will succeed Councilor Paul TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION! Hunt. Councilor Hunt could not seek reelection due to term limits. I thank Friday, December 1, 2000 SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Councilor Hunt for his many years of (rain or shine) Albertsons,Burgerville USA, commitment and service.Councilor Tigard City Hall, 13125 S.W.Hall Blvd. Davidson's,DeAngelo's Catering, Hunt has been a strong voice for citi- zens and his wisdom will be missed Floral Fantasy-Designs by Yvonne, by City Council. 6-6:30 PM - REFRESHMENTS Fuddruckers, Grocery Outlet, 6:30-6:45 PM - ENTERTAINMENT Haggen's,Howards,McDonalds, It was unfortunate voters had to pick Newport Bay,Sir Speedy, Thriftway- and choose among many funding is- 6:45 PM - SANTA 9 TREE LIGHTING Murray Hill, Safeway-Pacific sues on our ballot this year.Our local Hwy/Hall Blvd.,Safeway-Pacific transportation bond measure did not PERFORMERS Hwy/Royalty Pkwy,Winco pass,but we will continue to seek so- Deer Creek Elementary, lutions to our transportation issues. Rosalie Brown Director For more information call Cathy Funding will be assured for the Wheatley or Greer Gaston at 503-639-4171. homeless shelter,The Good Neighbor Center,with the passage of the Wash- ington County bond measure. In January,Council will look at long-range and current City goals. If you have some ideas pertaining to City goals,please send a card or letter to me at City Hall, 13125 SW Hall Budget Committee openings Boulevard,Tigard,OR 97223. I as- The City of Tigard Budget Commit- Applications for current openings sure you that your comments will be tee has openings.The Budget Com- will be accepted through reviewed and considered. mittee consists of City Council and December 30. If you are interested in In closing,I thank all of you for your five community members. The com- becoming a member of the Budget prayers and encouragement through munity members serve three-year Committee or have questions,please my recent surgery and recovery terms. The Committee meets as call Susan Koepping, period. It's really heartwarming to needed and is usually busier in the (susank@ci.tigard.or.us)Volunteer receive that kind of support during spring. This Committee reviews the Coordinator,at 503-639-4171 ext.460. difficult times. Have a great holiday City Manager's proposed budget, Applications are available in the season! makes adjustments and sends it to Lobby of City Hall and can also be the City Council for adoption. found on the City website at www.ci.tigard.or.us on the"volun- Jim Griffith,Mayor teer opportunities"page. MeetingDecember CIT CIT Notice Where: Town Hall at City Hall, 131 Z S SW Hall Boulevard When: Thursday, December 7, 2000, 6:30 — 9:00 p.m. The CITmeeting is cablecast live on the first Thursday on Channel 22,78 or 28 at7p.m. Replays are shown the following Friday at 7p.m.,Saturday at noon and Monday at 10 a.m. On Channel 21 or 30 depending on your cable access. 6:30 p.m. An opportunity to meet one—on—one with staff to ask questions or discuss specific issues. Representatives will be available from the following departments: Administration,Community Development,Engineering,Library,Police and Public Works. (This portion is not aired on cable.) 7:00 p.m. General Session —Aired live on Cable Channel Z2, 78 or 28. Announcements,updates,and status reports on current activities,issues and events. 7:20 p.m. Holiday Safety-Crime Prevention Officer Jim Wolf will share safety tips for the holiday season. 7:35 p.m. Aquifer Storage and Recovery(ASR)-The City has recently requested proposals to evaluate the feasibility of aquifer storage and recovery within the Tigard Water Services Area. Come and hear about the concept of ASR and how it may be implemented into Tigard's water supply options. 8:00 P.M. Break 8:05 P.M. Major Street Transportation System Program(MSTIP)—Washington County voters have approved a series of levies since 1986 to fund road improvements including Bull Mountain Road and 121st and Walnut. The MSTIP levy has been incorporated into the Washington County tax base. The County is exploring what transportation projects should be funded next. 8:20 P.M. Election Follow-Up- A follow-up to the CIT Candidates and Ballot Measure Forums. 8:30 P.M. Tigard Beyond Tomorrow-The City's 20-year vision processing is entering Year 4. The Vision Task Force met recently to review and update the vision goals. Come and learn what the focus will be in the next few years-Affordable Housing,Open Space,Alternative Transportation Modes,Recreation and Communication. 8:40 p.m. Meeting follow-up and evaluation. CIT Members'concerns or questions on other issues. Set January agenda. 9:00 P.M. Adjourn Bring a friend or neighbor! Ifyou are unable to attend and would like to ha ve your ideas included orha ve suggestions for the December 7th meeting, please call Liz Newton(lizgc%tigard.or.us)at 503-639-4171 x308. -2- g g Employees of the A good morning's work. Make-A-Difference �, Day, October 28, 2000 Month City of Tigard volunteers participated for the fifth year in National Congratulations to Bob Poskin and Make-A-Difference Day.Once again,the people of Tigard came together to Bob Thompson,City of Tigard Em- contribute to their community.Volunteers included scouts from Troops 799, ployees of the Month for November 423 and 419 as well as their parents,High School Key Club members,church 2000! I youth groups,families and other Tigard adults. The Tigard Central Business Bob Poskin is a Senior Plans Exam- District Association and Meadows Group Realtors participated again. Team iner who has worked for the City Tigard,City of Tigard employees who volunteered their time,used this day since November of 1996.Bob Thomp- to begin their Adopt-A-Road commitment on Hall Boulevard. son is a Plans Examiner and he has Tigard Fred Meyer's and Round Table Pizza contributed sub sandwiches and been with the City of Tigard since pizzas for the volunteers who worked in the parks. It was delicious and ap- November of 1971!They both work for the BuildingDivision in the Com- preciated! munity Development Department. A total of 108 volunteers contributed 248 hours on 9 projects. Both employees were nominated for their excellent customer service,their Site Activity • contributions to make their division work more effectively and their help Cook Park Spread 17 yds.of mulch around trees 13/31 _ in improving levels of cooperation. Jack Park Removed 20 yds.of invasive plants near 25/65 Recently,Bob Poskin began partici- tiJack Creek pating in and contributing to the Read shelves in Reference area;found 12 tri-county efforts to establish new " building-related procedures. Also,he lost"books;prepared materials for chit- Tigard Library dren's programs,"massive amount"of 17/51 is known for his willingness to help dusting with inspections when the Building --- Division is short of staff. Senior Center Spread 30 yds of barkchips on flower beds 8/16 — Bob Thompson has also generously Planted 75 flower bulbs in 4 flower beds, stepped in to pick up extra work in Villa la Paz cleaned 4 flower beds and made Hallow- 8/20 the inspection area and offers to do een decorations. I whatever is needed to keep building - --------------- --- - —--- operations running smoothly-----------._----- Tigard Central Business District Associa- or the tion-Main Street: 7 bags litter 4/8 public.For many years Bob Thomp- son's friendly face was well known Adopt-A-Street Meadows Group Realty: 8 bags litter 8/8 for being the Santa Claus at the City 15/34 of Tigard's annual Tree Lighting! Team Tigard:38 bags litter The City of Tigard appreciates their CPAH office Yard Cleanup: 7 bags apples,pine 10/15 positive attitudes and thanks them cones,leaves,etc.=140 lbs.est. both for their dedication and hard ----- work! Clerical volunteers needed City Hall depart- Some projects may take only a few ments could use the hours,while others require time help of volunteers on commitments for a few hours clerical support tasks. , per week for several weeks. �r There are files to be re- organized to fit into A Please call Susan Koepping, new tracking systems, (susankQci.tigard.or.us)Vol- copying,collating,fil- _ unteer Coordinator,at ing and data entry. 503-639-4171,ext.460 if you would like to help. Most of these tasks need to be done during regular weekday work hours. - 3 - ........... Lif helf News from the 3 Tigard Library 13125 SW Hall Blvd. How to select a stock Look what's happening at the Tuesday,December 5, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Library in December in the Puett Room. Dave Poppe,Investment Representa- December 4,11,18 8-10 a.m. Internet Demonstrations with Chuck Heckman tive with Edward Jones,will host a (Reg.req'd/limit 3) class on stock-investing strategies.He December 5 7-8:30 p.m. "How to Select a Stock" will discuss common myths sur- (Reg.req'd/limit 22)-Puett Rm rounding equity investments and ba- December 7,14,21,28 8:30-10 a.m. Internet Demonstrations with Chuck Heckman sic equity investments that will fit (Reg.req'd/limit 3) your growth and income needs. December 12 7-9 p.m. "Holiday Stress Reduction"(Reg.req'd/ Seating is limited,so please call limit 15)-Puett Rm 503-684-6537 x276 to reserve a spot. December 13 7-8 p.m. 3rd Annual Mitten Tree Event-Town Hall December 16 2-3:30 p.m. "Pop-up Workshop"(Reg.req'd/limit 22/ Are the holidays ages 10 and up)-Puett Rm ¢etti n to Qu? December 18-January 3 Homework Center closed a a Y December 20 10 a.m:Noon"Winter Surprise Craft"-Puett Rm Tuesday,December 12, 7 to 9 p.m.,in December 25 Library closed for Christmas the Puett Room. December 29 1-3 p.m. Winter Break movie"Toy Story II" Find solace at the (Rated G/all ages)-Water Bldg Aud. Tigard Public Library. ; Mon.-Wed.Mon .-Wed. 4-6 p.m. Homework Center-Teen Area Therapist Scott Spradlin will give you practical pointers on All Library programs are free. Some Library programs require registration. how to cope with stress - � - �- during this hectic season. <<< To sign up,call 503-684-6537x276. Seating is limited,so please call 503-684-6537 x276 to reserve a spot. Homework Shopping anyone? Center Consider buying gently used books for your loved ones this year at the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Hardbacks and paperbacks,bestsellers and classics Do you need a place to study or have are available at prices that will fit any budget. The Book Sale is in the lobby homework questions? Tutors are during Library hours year-round. Proceeds from the sale benefit Library pro- available at Tigard Library's Home- grams and furnishings. Remember,a book is a gift you can work Center every Monday,Tues- open again and again. day,and Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. And something else to keep in mind... If you have a question,please call Entertainment Books are available at the Circulation Desk Wayne Grimm,503-684-6537,x283. for$40.00. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Tigard Li- The Center is closed December 18 brary. Give the gift that keeps on giving: savings on through January 3. Have a great dining,lodging and attractions throughout the year! winter break! -4 - STAFF FOR KIDS All aboutpop-ups The Mitten Tree There's Snow Better Time Jam Sam Tyler for a workshop on Join us for this special storytime, for Toddler Time! the history of the pop-up book, Wednesday,December 13,7 to 8 Toddlers,bring your special Saturday,December 16,2 to p.m.,in Town Hall. Enjoy wonderful grown-up to the Tigard Public Li- 3:30 p.m.in the Puett Room. winter stories,warm up with refresh- brary and register for Tod- Learn techniques to create three- ments and help decorate "The Mitten dler Time,a unique pro- % dimensional gift-cards and special Tree." gram designed for tod- treasures just in time for the holi- "The Mitten Tree"will be in the Puett dlers,ages 24-36 months. * days. Room throughout December. Donate Sign-up and have fun with s and activities. books,son Reserve your spot to- a new pair of mittens,scarf or hat g p day by calling to decorate the tree. The cloth- Registration for the winter 503-684-6537 x276. ing will be given to the Good session is on Monday,De- This program is in- Neighbor Center,a shelter of- cember 11. Walk-in registra- tended for those fering assistance to the home- tion can be done during ages 10 years and less in Washington County. Help Library hours only. Space is up. �� I spread joy this holiday season by do- limited so come early! nating something warm to those in need. Winter session begins the second Book an adventure! week of January. A calendar of Celebrate Winter Break with events will be available after the a movie! Thanksgiving weekend. 4 Join us for Toy Story II(Rated G)on If you have questions,please call Friday,December 29, 1 to 3 p.m.in Terri Smith at 503-684-6537 x271. the Water Building Auditorium,lo- cated at 8777 SW Burnham. All are Winter Preschool Storytime,Family Check out the Cultural Pass to Ad- welcome and no sign-up is required. Storytime,and Craft Time will start venture program at the Tigard Public the second week of January. The Library. It's your ticket to fabulous Winter Surprise Craft Day winter schedule is available at the Li- area attractions such as: Come to the Library Wednesday,De- brary. cember 20,from 10 a.m.to noon and The Children's Museum make a super-fun craft! If you can't v �► The End of the Oregon Trail make it to the session,stop by the Ii- /,��1� Interpretive Center brary after the session and pick up the supplies to take home. All are ■► The Japanese Garden welcome and the supplies are free. ,1+ The Portland Art Museum DeQJL s' °* The Washington County Museum We have been very good this year so please send six new volunteers to the "'"► The World Forestry Center Library. We promise to offer them a variety of interesting jobs,flexible Sign up for the program at the Li- schedules and loads of appreciation. brary. The pass is FREE and good for We adore the Library volunteers that you've sent in years past and we a group of up to four people. Check never run out of jobs for them to do.Please send us families to volunteer to- out the pass,visit the destination of gether or individuals ages 12 and up. your choice,and return the pass after- ward. It's that simple! No gift-wrap is necessary. Just have them call . when they're ready. We invite you to experience a world --� of art,history,culture beyond the Sincerely, walls of the Library. The Friends of 7a".5&vu* *e the Tigard Library sponsor this pro- Trish gram in conjunction with Washington Trish Stormont — Library Volunteer Coordinator County Cooperative Library Services. 503-684-6537 x269 - -5 - ii Tigard's Transportation System Plan Holiday safety tips Holidays are a happy time of year. Residents of our City share a very im- ents cost estimates 3 portant resource: our transportation and funding Unfortunately,the holiday season is also a common time for criminals to system. Its health is vital to our econ- strategies to ` take advantage of others.You can omy,our communityand our lives. meet these j, take some precautions so that the joy The Tigard Transportation System costs. and excitement of the season isn't Plan Task Force has met for the last Where can you find a copy? spoiled by criminal activity. year evaluating the future transporta- y f py' tion needs of our community. Its rec- Copies are available at the Tigard Li- V Be careful when making ommendations can be found in the brary,online at www.ci.tigard.or.us donations to charitable j Tigard Transportation System Plan or can be purchased for$15 from the I organizations. The Oregon Development ' "Master Plan for the Next 20 Years." Communitypment Attorney General is currently Depart- ment located at City Hall,131225 SW investigating numerous"bogus" What is the Tigard Hall Blvd.,Tigard. organizations claiming to be Transportation System Plan? The Tigard Transportation System Community Meetings and "charitable."With few exceptions, g p y Hearings charities soliciting in Oregon are Plan(TSP)is a 20-year blueprint torequired to register with the ensure our ability to get from here to An Open House was held November 6,2000,in the Tigard Wa- Attorney General's Office.To there as Tigard grows.The TSP estab- g in quire about a sus icious lishes transportation policies for all ter Building Auditorium. The Tigard q p forms of travel including motor vehi- TSP Task Force will hold a public I request, o , verify a charity's cle,transit,pedestrian,bicycle and meeting to hear comments and re- registration,contact the Oregon ceive suggestions Justice at freight. The TSP prioritizes projects ggestions on December 4, Department of 503-229-5579. for roads and freight movement as 2000,at 7:30 p.m.at City Hall. A well as bicycling,walking and transit. public hearing is scheduled with the V Stay alert when shopping,dining The plan is based on forecasts of Planning Commission on or enjoying the holiday sights and growth in population,households December 18,2000,at 7:30 p.m.at I i entertainment. Be aware of what and jobs as well as future travel pat- City Hall. A subsequent public hear- is going on around you. Avoid terns and analysis of travel condi- ing with the City Council will be ibecoming distracted in the tions. It considers estimates of scheduled in January or February. holiday rush. federal,state and local funding which For more information contact Nadineg V Don't invite a road rage situation. will be available for transportation Smith,(nadines@ci.tigard.or.us) Extend all courtesies to other improvements. The plan also pres- PlanningManager,503-639-4171 g motorists even if they don't x388. i deserve it. You will be more likely to arrive at your destination Filing Deadline for Mayor's Position is safely and more relaxed. December 11 r 2000 V While shopping,place your purchases in the trunk of the Election Date: Nomination Procedure: vehicle or out of view. Don't March 13,2001 Contact City Recorder Cathy become overburdened with Term of Office: Wheatley(cathy@ci.tigard.or.us)at packages;always keep one arm 503-639-4171,x309 for information free and have your keys handy. The Mayor will sworn in at and filing forms. Council meeting once the election re- V Dont drive if you drink alcoholic sults are certified and will serve Signatures must be collected on an beverages. Appoint a designated through December 31,2002. official petition from at least 126 qual- driver or take a cab. Qualifications: ified City of Tigard voters. 1)A candidate must have lived in the These signatures must be submitted Have a safe and happy holiday season. Tigard City Limits for at least 12 by 5 p.m.on December 11,2000. months prior to March 13,2001. 2)Candidates must be registered to vote in the City of Tigard. -6- Checking your system Fall cleanup — some do's and don'ts in recycling for leaks! IDuring this time of year when many * Containers with tightly sealed In Tigard your sewer bill is calculated Iof us are busy with fall cleanup and lids. on avera e winter November— have our yard debris ready to go at g curbside lease remember that paint * Paint must be either latex or April)water use. By making sure 'p p oil-based. you don't have leaks and using water cans,motor oil and other types of wisely,you can save money on your hazardous waste should not be com- They will not accept: water bill and possibly lower your mingled with yard debris. Here are * Mixed paints ] - sewer bill.You can use your water some helpful hints on how to dis- pose of these other materials. meter to check for leaks by following * Aerosol cans these simple steps below. * Empty paint cans Empty, dry paint cans 1)Locate your water meter.Your wa- For more information about Paint j You can place empty paint cans into Smart contact the Department of En- ter meter should be located in front of thebut,e arba lease remember to: vironmental your house inside a concrete or plas- g g p Quality at 503-229-6108 tic meter box that is set flush with the * Remove the lid and air-dry the can Regional Household Hazardous ground. If your home is on a corner completely. our meter could be located ei- Waste Collection Facilities lot Y * Place empty,dry cans into your ther toward the front or the side garbage with their lids off. Please Cans of paint can also be taken to one street. make sure that there are no liquids of Metro's facilities: 2)Understand how to read your wa- the can. It also helps to place * Metro Central Station,6161 NW ter meter. Reading your water meter the cans near the top of your 61st Street,Portland is similar to readinga car odometer. garbage can so your hauler can Metro South Station,2001 Read the numbers from left to right verify that the cans are empty and Washington Street,Oregon City that appear under the words"cubic dry' The Metro facilities will accept up to feet." The first digit on the right rep- * Recycle empty aerosol cans in 35 gallons of paint fora$5 minimum resents one cubic foot. The second your"metals&plastic bottles" charge. from the right represents 10 cubic recycling bin. feet. The third from the right(usu- Waste _faclity hours: 9.a.m.to 4 p.m. ally a different color)represents 100 Old paint cans with paint still Monday-Saturday. Holiday hours— cubic feet—or one ccf. in them closed at 2 p.m.on Christmas Eve 3)Turn off all faucets and wa- You can take old paint to a local and New Year's Eve;closed Thanksgiving,Christmas and New ter-using appliances. Make sure no Paint Smart depot or to a regional Year's Day. one is using water.Lift the water me- hazardous waste collection facility or ter dial cover and note the position of event. What about Motor Oil and the sweep-hand by using a marker on Antifreeze? the lens cover. Residential 4)Wait 20-30 minutes and recheck Paint Smart * Used motor oil can be recycled at the sweep-hand location. If the Program It It the curb with other materials. • Pour into an unbreakable, sweep-hand moved,you probably Take up to ten, see-through container with a have a water leak. one-gallon screw-on lid(milk jugs work 5)Retest to be certain. If you get containers per well). Used oil filters should be similar results,then locate the leak by I day to Rodda Paint,2605 SE Tualatin disposed of at a hazardous waste inspecting pipes,fixtures and appli- Valley(TV)Highway,Hillsboro. You facility. The Metro facilities will ances that use water. can contact Rodda Paint at accept up to 20 gallons of motor 503-648-6857. There is no charge to The City of Tigard's Water Conserva- participate. oil at no charge. tion Program has free water conser- * Antifreeze recovery systems with vation kits available in the Library, Here is what they will accept: recycling containers are available City Hall,the Water Building and the * Household paint only. from many automotive supply Chamber of Commerce. If you have retailers. Used antifreeze is questions,please contact Kimberly * Paint in original containers with recyclable at Metro's solid waste Swan(kims@ci.tigard.or.us)at labels still attached. and recycling facilities and 503-639-4171 x346. * Containers no larger than one through some private recyclers. gallon. - 7- Here is a review of the City Council Meeting highlights for the past month: `v * Adopted a budget amendment to the New Library Construction * Briefed on the Transportation Bond provide$5,000 additional funding Committee. Election results. to the Good Neighbor Center. * Heard an update on the Tigard * Reviewed the Tigard * Adopted the conceptual long-term Central Business District Transportation System Plan. water supply financial plan. Association's work for the * Heard an update on the Merestone * Appointed Sue Carver,Brian downtown area. Wetlands Enhancement Project. Douglas,Jim Funk,Elaine Heras, * Heard an update on the Walnut * Briefed on requirements to become Lonn Hoklin and Kathy Sleeger to Annexation area sewer service. a Tree City USA. Future Council Agenda Items: ➢ Hear an update on 2000 Tigard ➢ Heard an update on the Annual Tree ➢ Hear an update on the status of Beyond Tomorrow visioning project. Lighting event. the"paperless"Council,which ➢ Conduct a public hearing for solid ➢ Hear an update on construction of will make Council packets waste franchise and registration. Gaarde Street improvement- available on the City's website. Phase I. For additional information or if you ha ve any questions about any of the items listed above,please contact City Recorder Cathy Wheatley at 503-6394171 x309.A copy of Councilpacket information can be found at the Library for the lastyear.A udio and/or video tape recordings of most meetings are available at the Library. 6"M"fr# 6d"W= All meetings are held at Tigard City Hall--13125 SW Hall Boulevard,unless noted. Meeting dates are tentative.To confirm a date or agenda topics,please call City Hall at 503-639-4171. The Tigard City Council meetings are City Council: Library Board: Intergovernmental cable cast live at 7:30 p.m.on the December 12*,19** Puett Room-TPL Water Board: second and fourth Tuesdays of the month on Channel 22.Replays air at January 9*,16,23* 2nd Thurs.,7 p.m. 2nd Wed.,5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.and 1 a.m.on Thursday and 6:30 p.m.unless otherwise Planning Commission: Tigard Water Building 10 a.m.,7 p.m.and 1 a.m.on Friday posted 1st&3rd Mon.,unless a 8777 SW Burnham (following the second and fourth *Cable cast Meetin Tuesdays)on Channel 21. g holiday,7:30 p.m. **No live cable coverage. Only replays will be shown. Call City Hall at 503-639-4171 x309 for replay information. Paid for by: CITY OF TIGARD 13125 SW HALL BLVD. TIGARD,OREGON 97223 http://www.ci.tigard.or.us A.114.11.— PHONE: 503-6394171 CITY OF TIGARD FAX: 503-684-7297 POSTAL CUSTOMER