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Vol.XIV No.2 The Official Newsletter of Tigard February 2001
Mayor's Corner Tigard Tree Board Being Formed
The year 2001 is off to a fast start. volunteer Members Sought
_ The Council has had its Goal Set-
ting Meeting and we are looking The City Council recently approved will serve as the staff liaison to the
forward to another busy year. establishing a citizen Tree Board to Tree Board.
One of my goals is to improve the encourage community involvementin implementing of an urban forestry If you have an interest in and knowl-
communications between the citi- edge of the trees in our community
zees and the City. To assist my ef- plan. The mission of the Tree Board and would like to be considered for a
will be to develop and administer a
forts,I am in the process of comprehensive community tree man- Position on the Tree Board,please
establishing a Blue Ribbon Com- agement program for the manage- complete a Citizen Interest Applica-
mittee of advisors that will be both tion. Those forms are available in the
an advisory group and soundment,maintenance,removal,
ing placement and protection of trees lobby of City Hall,and can also be
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board for new and/or existing ef- republic property. found on the City website at
forts. on www.ci.tigard.or.us,on the"volun-
I will look for members from the The Board will be comprised of five teer opportunities"page. Applica-
f business community,concerned to seven members,up to three of tions for the Tree Board will be
whom will be members of the accepted through February 28. If you
citizens from all areas of the City
and representatives from churches Planning Commission. Additional have questions or would like more
members will be appointed by the information,please contact Susan
and civic organizations. I'm look-
City Council. Terms of office will be Koepping,Volunteer Coordinator at
ing for diversity in representation staggered so that in the future the susank@ci.tigard.or.us or
from concerned people who either Board will continually have experi- 503-639-4171 ext.460 or Matt Stine,
work or live in the City of Tigard. enced members. Initially,some terms Urban Forester at
This Committee will meet approxi- will be two years and some will be mstine@ci.tigard.or.us or
mately every two months or on an four years. The City's Urban Forester 503-639-4171 ext.423.
as-needed basis. We will discuss: - -- —
what is happening as well as what New Library Construction Committee Update
should be happening;what im-
pacts our current efforts have had !BML Architects and Ripley Architects were contracted by the City to do a fea-
on businesses,the neighborhoods I sibility study for a new library.The first part of this study was the Needs
and our personal lives;what the Analysis Report. Information for this report was gathered through a series of
City can do to enhance our lives. citizen focus groups. Focus group participants commented on the need for
more technology, a larger collection and a quiet space to read and study.
If you are interested in participat- Many of the participants also commented that the current facility was
ing in this activity,please contact crowded and noisy.
the City Administration office at
City Hall,503-639-4171,ext.306 or The next meeting of the New Library Construction Committee will be held
ext.309. February 12,at 6:30 p.m.,in the Tualatin Valley Fire&Rescue Conference
Room at 8935 SW Burnham Street in Tigard. For more information,please
contact Margaret Barnes,Library Director,at margaret@ci.tigard.or.us or by
Jim Griffith,Mayor calling 503-639-4171 ext.263. -
February CIT
Meeting
ACIT
Where: Town Hall at City Hall, 1312 5 SW Hall Boulevard
When: Thursday, Febrary 1, 2001, 6:30 — 9:00 p.m.
The CITmeetingis cablecast live on the first Thursday on Channel 22,78 or 28 at7p.m. Replays are
shown the following Friday at7p.m.,Saturday at noon and Monday at 10 a.m. on
Channel 21 or 30 depending on your cable access.
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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.)
1:00 p.m. General session — Aired live on Cable Channel 22, 18 or 28.
Announcements,updates and status reports on current activities,issues and events.
1:20 p.m. Dog Park Update -Learn how the Dog Park Committee is progressing toward an additional
temporary location and a more permanent site.
1:30 p.m. Land Use 101-What does the"Land Use Action Proposed"sign on the vacant property in your
'£ neighborhood mean? Come and learn how the land use process works in Tigard,how you can get
involved and how you can have an impact on development.
8:00 p.m. Break
8:06 P.M. Capital Improvement Program Budget-It's that time of year! Time to put together the list of
capital improvements for the 2001-2002 budget. Capital improvements include speed humps,street
improvements,park,sewer,water,and storm drain improvements. At this meeting,staff will preview
the process and present their recommendations for projects. CIT members formal opportunity to
nominate projects will be at the March 1 CIT meeting.
8:46 p.m. Meeting Follow-up and Evaluation- CIT members'concerns or questions on other issues.Set
March agenda.
9:00 P.M. Adjourn
Bring a friend or neighbor!
Ifyou are unable to attend and would like to have your ideas included or ha ve suggestions for the February 1st meeting,
please contact Liz Newton,at hz@ci.hgard.or.us or 503-6394171 ext.308.
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New 'J4"te��P,�r� 0PP" 014 Indoor Water Conservation Tips
BtUl�il Dag A4.eet"S t& Saving water indoors is just as important as saving water outdoors. The av-
t6 0&h'll'rt.tt,l' aq erage person in Tigard uses 70 gallons of water per day,which translates to
280 gallons a day for a family of four. If you and your family members cut
Have you seen City Council or down on water consumption,you can make a significant contribution to wa-
ter conservation. Your efforts will not only decrease water demand,but also
Citizen Involvement Team(CIT) �
meetings on cable television recently? reduce wastewater treatment and energy use. Further,by preserving exist-
Those meetings are cablecast live us- mg water resources now,the need for building costly new supply facilities
ing camera and equipment provided can be delayed. Of course,the immediate reward to conservation is a lower
through a Metropolitan Area Cable water bill!
Commission(MACC)grant to Here are ten ways you can save water indoors everyday:
Tualatin Valley Community Access ■ Check faucets and pipes for leaks. Even the smallest drip from a worn
(TVCA)with funds from AT&T. washer can waste 20 or more gallons a day. Larger leaks can waste
Four cameras mounted in Town Hall hundreds.
are operated from a nearby master
control room. The City is interested ■ Check your toilet for leaks. Put a little food coloring in your toilet tank.
in providing more cable program- If,without flushing,the color begins to appear in the bowl,you have a
ming during the day and in the eve- leak that should be repaired immediately.
ning. We need your help.
■ Take shorter showers or install water-saving
Volunteers will be trained for such shower head or flow restrictors. You can save from
tasks as preparing the equipment 12 to 25 gallons of water by taking a five-minute
before meetings,operating the cam- shower rather than a ten-minute shower.
eras during the meeting,running the ■ Take baths. A bath in a partially filled tub uses less
character generator,determining ap- water than all but the shortest showers.
propriate camera shots and securing �►
the equipment after the meeting. ■ Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. Just Gds pew
Training will be provided by Tualatin wet your brush and fill a glass for mouth rinsing. SRV V1
Valley Community Access. Prior ■ Rinse razors with short blast or by swishing it in a
experience in this field is definitely a partially filled sink.
plus.
■ Run only full loads in the washing machine and dish washer.
For more information or if you would
like to be considered for one of the ■ Keep a bottle of cold water in the refrigerator for drinking instead of
volunteer camera operator or director running the faucet. Running tap water to cool it off for drinking water is
positions,please contact the Susan wasteful.
Koepping,Volunteer Coordinator at
susank@ci.tigard.or.us or
503-639-4171,ext.460. Congratulations to Kate Miller,
Employee of the Month for January 2001 !
Kate was hired as a Librarian in to several other reading clubs in the
December of 1997.She is described Tigard area. Because of her out-
by her department as a shining standing work and innovative pro-
example of customer service.Kate grams,the Library has received
recently organized the Library's fall special art and literary grants that
Adult Reading Program and guided made it possible to invite outstand-
over 182 community members and ing authors to Tigard for lectures and
City staff through a delightful season programs.Kate's positive attitude
of personal reading that culminated and commitment to spreading the joy
in an evening gala celebration for the of reading extends far beyond the
lucky readers.Additionally,Kate walls of the Library and helps make
sponsors a community-wide book Tigard a remarkable community
discussion group that meets monthly indeed! Thank you Kate,and
at the Library and acts as an advisor congratulations!
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Tigard Police Citizen's How to Keep Illegal Activity Off Rental Property
Academy
Are you interested in learning how As a result of a partnership with each month.The forum is interactive.
the Tigard Police Department works? Beaverton and Hillsboro Police De- Ample time is allowed for attendees
What about picking up knowledge on partments,the Tigard Police Depart- to ask questions and get REAL
the history regarding law enforce- ment is pleased to offer a forum answers.Learn how other people in
ment in general?How about partak- designed to assist landlords and your situation have resolved similar
ing in a visit to the 9-1-1 those who own or manage rental issues.Many prominent guest speak-
communication center?Does a tour of property in Tigard. The ers are already sched-
the Washington County Jail pique focus of the forum is .: ' uled for 2001.Best of all
your curiosity? How To Keep Illegal there is no cost to attend.
Activity Off Rental
If thoughts of participating in activi- Property."
ties such as those mentioned interest j The monthly forums are
you,then you may want to consider The forum provides an held at the Beaverton
participating in the next Tigard Police opportunity for land- City Hall,located at 4755
Citizen's Academy. lords,property manag- SW Griffith Drive. The
ers and citizens to forum is held on the
interact with each other as well as third Tuesday of each month at
local police.Professionals in rental 7 p.m.Plan to join us for the next
property,such as attorneys and meeting on February 20.For mor
rental property management organi- information,contact Jim Wolf,Crime
zations,attend regularly and are Prevention Officer,at the Tigard
available to speak with participants. Police Department. The telephone
number to call is 503-684-4997 ext.
Ideas,solutions and legalities for and 220
The academy is an eight-week educa- about rental properties are featured
tional and informational program de-
signed to give participants a working
knowledge of the Tigard Police De-
partment.We believe that if everyone
has a better understanding of police
work it becomes easier for the police
and citizens to find realistic solutions Introducing U-Ride: New Employment Transportation
to neighborhood problems.The acad- Options for Residents of Tigard with Limited Incomes
emy consists of a series of classes,
demonstrations and discussions in- Ride Connection has begun offering limited early morning and late
structed by Tigard Police Department new shuttle services in Tigard that evening transportation.
personnel.The classes will be held at make getting to work and employ- Ride Connection began a similar
Tigard City Hall.There is no cost for ment training easier for those with
the program. limited transportation options. service in rural Washington County
Tri-Met has partnered with Ride on May 11,2000,with the U-Shuttle.
The classes will be held on eight con- Connection and The U-Shuttle is now providing more
secutive Wednesday evenings(7- than 150 rides per
the City of Tigard L-lU�❑❑ UU❑�
uation exercises are held.
9:30 p.m.)beginning April and con- to provide day,opening
tinuing through May 23,when grad- low-income doors to opportu-
nities for rural
Tigard residents
If you are interested contact Jim with connections 0 oQ Washington
Y County residents.
Wolf, to transit centers
Tigard Police Department's .
g p The U-Ride ser-
Public Information Officer for an a This will allow people to use the bus
p- I vice for Tigard residents with limited
plication.The telephone number is or MAX to get to job training centers, incomes has opened its door for
503-684-4997 ext.220.Enrollment is social service agencies and job sites.
limited to 20 participants.Partici- U-Ride is available Monday through service. For more information or to
ants need to be at least 16 ears of Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. schedule your ride,call Ride
P Y Connection at 503-226-0700. See you
age. and 8 p.m. Call Ride Connection at
! 503-226-0700 for more information on on board!
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TiogardBeyond Tomorrow
2000 Annual Report and Goal Update
Goal Update 2000 Annual Report
A commitment was made to update This report is a summary of the 2000
' the vision on a regular basis and to goal update and the progress made
conduct a community-wide review over the last year toward accom-
,ry of the vision to ensure that Tigard plishing the Tigard Beyond Tomor-
Beyond Tomorrow stays on track row goals. Modifications to the
with the changing times and desires existing goals,new goals added,ma-
4r 0 of our community. jor themes and year 2000 progress
In the spring of 2000,the Vision are bolded in the following pages.
Task Force met to hear updates on To obtain a copy of the detailed re-
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Yissues in all six target areas and pro- port containing strategies,action
plans and timelines for each goal in
vide input for two opinion polls. each target area,contact Loreen
The 2000 opinion poll was distrib- Mills or Liz Newton at 503-639-4171.
uted in two segments in the City's
newsletter, Cityscape,in May and
� June. The opinion polls focused on What s Next?
Over the next year the City,
parks and recreation,library ser- Y Y
w" e vices,transportation,and growth is- Tigard-Tualatin School District,and
sues. In October 2000,the Vision Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue will
Task Force met to review the opin- be working together to address the
What is Tigard ion poll results and modify and add action plan items in each target area.
Beyond Tomorrow? to the goals in each target area. A 2001 progress report will be is-
sued in January 2002. The next Vi-
Tigard's 20 year vision process be- The Action Committees for each tar- sion update will take place in
gan in the fall of 1996. During 1997 get area met in November to review 2003-2004.
armed with the results of a commu- the progress made toward accom-
nity-wide survey,35 community plishing the goals in 2000,and to re- If you are interested in getting in-
members developed a 20 year vision view the Task Force goal volved in the Tigard Beyond Tomor-
and goals for each of six target areas. modifications and additions and de- row Vision process,please contact
The six target areas,Community velop some strategies,action plans, Loreen Mills at
Character and Quality of Life, and timelines for accomplishing loreen@ci.tigard.or.us or
Growth and Growth Management, those goals. 503-639-4171,ext.327;or Liz New-
Public Safety,Schools and Educa-
tion,Transportation and Traffic,and
Urban and Public Services were de-
veloped to capture the issues raised
by the citizens in the survey. Six ac-
tion committees,one for each target urban and"."
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area,then developed strategies and
action plans for accomplishing each
goal. Each year an annual report to Community
citizens has been issued that reports Quality or Life z
on the progress made toward goal
achievement. a "
Growth and
Growth Management:
Vision 2000 Annual Report and Goal Update-
COMMUNICATION or traditional standing events,re- COMMUNITY AESTHETICS
#1) Citizen involvement opportu- quests for support of new events #1) Develop strategies to balance
nities will be maximized by pro- and limited City resources. needs of new and infill develop-
viding educational programs on #2) On-going community-events ment with need to provide protec-
process,assuring accessibility to in- are financially self-sufficient tion of open space,natural areas
formation in a variety of formats, long-term. and other defined aesthetic quali-
providing opportunities for input ties valued by those who already
on community issues and estab- live and work in Tigard.
lishing and maintaining a program
of effective two-way communica-
tion.(goal moved from 2000 Progress Summary:
Volunteerism) Progress was made in all of the goal areas. Highlights include
_r placing new cable equipmentin the Council chambers so that
VOLUNTEERISM <_;OU'lipirNwer more City Council meetings(and meetings in general)can be
#1) City will maximize the effec- \10^ jaittkf cable-aired. Council decision information isposted on the
tiveness of the volunteer spirit to ac- life City's web site and in the Cityscape newsletter. Volunteerism
complish the greatest good for our hours continue to increase and all City departments receive as-
community. - sistance from volunteers. The CIT program was monitored
throughout the year and format changes to the meeting were
DOWNTOWN instituted;ClTmeetings are now cable-aired. Council continues to follow the ele-
#1) Provide opportunities to work ments of the philosophy statement developed for City events. A subcommittee of
proactively with Central Business the Budget Committee meets during budget review time to make recommendations
District(CBD)businesses and prop- on requests for contributions to events. The Council reviewed a draft proposal for
erty owners and citizens of Tigard to sponsorship agreements for those events that are "sponsored events';a final review
set the course for the future of the of the agreement format will be before the Council in the first quarter of 2001. The
central downtown area. Tigard Central Business District Association formed,adopted a Mission Statement,
became a member of the Oregon Downtown Development Association,and planned
COMMUNITY EVENTS and executed two events-one at Halloween and another during the Christmas holi-
day#1) Develop overall approach for season. The City agreed to manage a 13-acrepiece ofpropertypurchased by
sponsoring community events that Metro located alongFanno Creek near Bonita Road and property located near
establishes balance among popular Tiedeman Avenue. Improvements were planned and/or completed for Cook,jack
and North view Parks.
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#1) Growth is accommodated #5) The community is 2000 Progress Summary:
while protecting the existing char- able to effectively partici- Planning&growth issues
atter and livability of established pate in decision-making have been addressed in the
areas while providing for natural processes because they un- s Washington Square Re
environment and open space derstand the land-use sys- gional Plan that was
throughout the community. tem. adopted by Council in the
#2) Urban services are provided to spring of 2000. Implemen-
all citizens within Tigard's urban tation issues are slated to be
growth boundary and recipients of addressed earlyin 2001
with recommendations to Council in the summer.
services pay their share. Annexation of Walnut Island was completed in
#3) Partnerships for advocacy and the spring of 2000 and future issues of annexation
preservation of affordable housing policy will be addressed in 2001. The passage of
are encouraged and supported by Measure lin November of2000has confused the
the City and the community. City's ability to address issues ofgrowth and
#4) Local and small businesses are growth management and may slow some imple-
mentation measures that require changes to Com-
prehensive Plan or Zoning documents.
our community and economy.
-Vision 2000 Annual Report and Goal Update-
#1) The community residents,busi- 2000 Progress Summary:
ness owners,and service providers Enhancement of Neighborhood Watch areas continues. A bus-
understand their roles through ef- ness survey has been completed to determine needs for public
fective communication and work safetyservices. Police have assigned an officer to the downtown
together to successfully enhance
business area as their liaison officer. Citizens have accessto
public safety and emergency ser-
emergencypreparedness on the City's website at
vices. www.ci.tjgard.or.us. Tigard and the Fire District have devel-
#2) Develop long-term,stable oped a plan for emergency preparedness and will be training
funding sources to ensure efficient, the residents of the community over the next year.
uninterrupted public safety and
emergency services.
#3) The community is trained and
prepared for emergencies.
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#1) Schools,City government and 2000 Progress Summary:
other service providers successfully The Tigard-Tualatin School District successfully submitted a
work together to provide a commu- local option taxproposal to the voters in May 2000 Commu-
nity-based recreation activity pro- nitysupport for this measure allowed this District to add addi-
gram for young people. clonal teachers,replace outdated computers,complete needed
#2) Educational opportunities for facility repairs and reinstate some staff training programs cut
students in Tigard-Tualatin Schools by Measure 5. The A t/alati Recreation District bond measure
will be maximized. was defeated.However,a group of community volunteers
continued to pursue providing recreational programs and a community center for
#3) Schools and City government districtyoungpeople. Volunteerism in the schools continues to increase with Lunch
effectively work together to maxi- Buddy,SMART and OASISprograinsproviding support,mentoring and helping
mize financial efficiencies and de- children improve their reading skills. Elementary&middle school studenispartici-
velop alternative support options. paced in extended dayprograms to help them improve academically. Evaluation of
#4) Government policies will per- future growth needs is being done.Representatives of businesses,social service
mit the Tigard—Tualatin School agencies,churches,the City and schools also joined together to provide assistance for
District to prepare for growth and children offaniffies who require assistant outside the social services network.
control the quality of services it
provides students.
#5) School districts ensure effec-
tive two-way communication to the
community by regularly providing
information about school-related
issues.
Several common themes emerged possible audience. Coordination noted in several target areas. The
during the Vision Task Force review and partnerships were common in Tigard community is fortunate to
of the vision goals and target areas. several target areas to ensure critical have committed citizens willing to
Communication was discussed in issues are effectively addressed in- give their time and talents to
all target areas with a focus on the eluding the provision of open space, schools,events,and services provid-
need for service providers to com- affordable housing concerns,public ers and organizations to accomplish
municate information about pro- safety services,and financial effi- the greatest good for our commu-
grams and services to the broadest ciencies. Volunteerism was also nity.
-Vision 2000 Annual Report and Goal Update-
#1) Improve traffic safety. 2000 Progress Summary:Progress was made towards achieving all three goals. The draft
#2) Improve traffic flow. y , Transportation System Plan(TSP)was completed in February 2000
#3) Identify and develop T and is now proceeding through the public process for adoption. The
Walnut/Tiedeman Intersection Realignment project was completed
funding resources. y in mid 2000. The construction of the Gaarde Street extension to Wal
#4) Alternative modes of nut Street was initiated in early 2000 and is now nearing completion.
transportation are available - City Council approved a list ofprojects for a transportation bond is-
and use is maximized. sue that was submitted to the voters in the November2000election.
Although the proposed bond issue was defeated,the projects selected and the TSP(when
adopted)form the basis for future exploration of funding sources. The pavement overlay and
slurry seal projects implemented during the spring and summer of 2000 should provide for
better traffic flow through the improved areas. The upgraded PavementManagement System
(PMS)is now being actively used in planning the annual preventive and corrective mainte-
nance on the City streets. Additional speed humps have been installed by the City's street
crews on several streets as part of the Traffic Calming Program to reduce'actual speed on
neighborhood streets while encouraging through traffic to use major collectors and arterials.
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LIBRARY #2) A wide range of leisure and vative funding mechanisms to de-
#1) Library will have a stable fund- recreation opportunities are avail- velop those sources for Tigard us-
ing base for the provision of basic able for the Tigard community. ers while exploring local options
services. for water reuse and groundwater
WATER A STORMWATER sources.
#2) A wide array of opportunities #1) Actively participate in re-
for life-long learning are available #2) Stormwater runoff is effec-
in avariety of formats and used by gional development of drinking lively managed.
the community.
water sources and adequate,inno-
#3) Adequate facilities are avail-
able for efficient delivery of 2000 Progress Summary:
life-long learning programs and __-- The Library completed along range strategicplan. Due to Q
services for all ages. space restrictions,the library is not able to add more
fee-based programs. City Council formed a New Library ;
Construction Committee to investigate building a newfacil-
PARKS AND GREENWAYS g g
#1) The City educates and sup- ityrather than expanding the current facility.
ports citizen efforts to understand A task force completed an Atfalati Recreation Partnership' '
the importance of floodplains and feasibilitystudyinAugust2000. At the November election,
how the areas are managed. voters defeated the Atfalati Recreation District measure. The task force will meet
#2) Open space&greenway areas early in 2001 to discuss and recommend an updated course of action.
are protected. The City Council and Intergovernmental Water Board(unincorporated area of
Washington County(Tigard Water District],King City and Durham)are examining
RECREATION options to provide the service area with an adequate supply of drinking water. Cur- k„
#1) Create a special parks and rec- rently the three options we are examining are the a partnership with South Fork Wa-
reation district with the City of ter Board utilizing the Clackamas River,Lake Oswego and the North Clackamas
Tigard spearheading the process County Water Commission,the joint Water Commission(Hillsboro,Beaverton,For-
and maintaining membership for its est Grove,and TVWD)and a Wholesale contract with the City ofPortland
citizens.
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Tigard Public Library Survey
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We need to know if the services offered at the Tigard Public Library meet the needs of our community. This is
your chance to let us know. Take a moment to fill out this brief questionnaire. This is your library and we
value your input. Please return your completed survey to the Library by February 28, 2001.
1. How often do you visit the Tigard Public Library? Please check one.
❑ At least once a week ❑ Less than once a month
❑ At least once a month ❑ Never(skip to question#4)
2. Why do you use the library? Please check all that apply.
❑ Attend a program ❑ Check out materials ❑ Pick up a hold
❑ Do research ❑ Use the Internet ❑ To read
❑ Other reasons(please list)
3. Please give us your thoughts on the following areas of service:
Excellent Good Just OK Poor Don't Use
Availability of Internet Computers ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Reference Desk ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Availability of Work Processing Computers ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Check-out Desk ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
4. If you answered Never to question #1, please tell us....
a. Why don't you use the library?
b. Would you use the library if it were open more hours? Yes No
5. If the library were able to be open more hours,which hours would you prefer?
PLEASE SELECT ONLY YOUR FIRST CHOICE.
❑ Friday evenings until 9 p.m. (currently open until 5 p.m.)
❑ Saturday evenings until 9 p.m. (currently open until 5 p.m.)
❑ Sunday evenings until 9 p.m. (currently open until 5 p.m.)
❑ Open earlier than 9:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday mornings.
If you choose this option, please write in best time for library to open:
Please use an additional sheet for comments.
Please return completed survey to:
Tigard Public Library, Attn: Linda Parker- Circulation Manager,
13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223
or drop it off at the Library Circulation Desk
Thank you for your time!
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News from the - _- Tigard Library
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Jump-Start Your Career! Look what's happening at the Library in February
Networking Skills for Everyone February 1,5,8,12,15, 8:30-10 a.m. Internet Basics(Reg.req'd)
Gene Hamilton,an independent 22,26
career consultant,will teach easy February 3,10,17,24 9-10 a.m. Internet Basics(Reg.req'd)
conversation starters and networking February 3,10,17,24 11 a.m.-Noon Computer Basics(Reg.Req'd)-Puett Rm
skills that can supercharge your life.
Monday,February 5,7-8:30 p.m.in February 3 10 a.m.-Noon "Paper Boxes and Secret Envelopes"
the Puett Room. (Ages 6 and up)-Town Hall
February 5 7-8:30 p.m. "Networking Skills For Everyone"
Fire Your Own Boss (Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
Gene Hamilton will discuss the February 6 7-8:30 p.m. "Mutual Fund Basics"(Reg.req'd/)-Puett Rm
process of changing jobs. Learn skills February 6,13,20,27 7-9 p.m. "How To Talk So Kids Will Listen&Listen So
that put you in charge of your career Kids Will Talk"(Part 2-5 of 7/Reg.req'd)
path. Monday,February 12, Senior Center
7-8:30 p.m.in the Puett Room. February 7 7-8 p.m. Teen Idea Group-Red Rock Creek Rm
Career Transitions: Marketing February 9 11 a.m.-Noon "Loving Touch Massage For Infants"
Yourself For Your Next Career (Reg.req'd/newborns to 6 months)
Wendy Solomon of Making Impres-
Puett Rm
sions and Lynne Coon of Careers in February 12 7-8:30 p.m. "Fire Your Own Boss"
Balance will present a seminar at the
(Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
Library. Bring a bag lunch and learn February 13 1:30-3 p.m. "Fixed Income Investing"
how to"package yourself"to show-
(Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
case your unique assets. Tuesday, February 13 7-9 p.m. Book Club Discussion of Waiting-Puett Rm
February 20,noon to 1:30 p.m.in the February 15 7-8:30 p.m. "Winter Gardens"(Reg req'd)-Puett Room
Puett Room. February 16 12:30-1:30 p.m. "Loving Touch Massage For Babies"
Registration is required for all of (Reg.req'd/ages 7 to 18 months)-Puett Rm
these programs.Call the Library at Week of February 18 Winter session of Preschool Craft Time,Family Story Time,
503-684-6537 ext.276 to sign up. and Preschool Story Time ends
February 19 Library and Homework Center closed for Presidents'Day
February 20 Noon-1:30 p.m."Career Transitions:Marketing Yourself For
Your Next Career"(Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
February 20 7-9 p.m. "Buying a Home"(Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
L February 21 7-8 p.m. Teen Book Group-Red Rock Creek Rm
Suapboc& Ularkshap February 23 7-9 p.m. Movie Night"The Waterboy"(Rated
Judy Paul is back by popular demand PG-13/grades 6 and up)-Town Hall
to help you make albums from old or February 27 7-9 p.m. "Scrapbook Workshop"(Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm
new photographs and memorobilia. Mon.-Wed. 4-6 p.m. Homework Center-Teen Area
Supplies will be available,but bring
your own photographs and a pair of
sharp scissors. Some Library programs require registration.
To sign up,call 503-684-6537ext.276
Tuesday,February 27 in the Puett
Room from 7 to 9 p.m. Call
503-684-6537 ext.276 to register.
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Events for youth Stuff to Do for Teens
Paper Boxes and Secret Call 503-684-6537 ext.276 to register. Mondays, Tuesdays,
Envelopes Massage oils will be provided. If Wednesdays,4-6 p.m.
Saturday,February 3,10 a.m.to you have questions,call Terri at Homework Center: Meet with
noon,Colleen Cavin demonstrates 503-684-6537 ext.271. students and get homework help
how to create small boxes and enve- Winter Story Times Continue! from friendly and knowledgeable
lopes from paper.The class is for volunteer tutors.Open to high school
children ages 6 and up and a Preschool Story Time and middle school students.Bus
grown-up helper. All materials Preschool story times continue transportation is available from
provided and no registration needed. Thursdays,11 to 11:30 a.m.through Tigard middle schools;call Wayne at
Town Hall. February 22. No registration is 503-684-6537 ext.283.
Loving Touch:Massage for required. Puett Room The Homework Center will be closed
Little Ones Preschool Craft Time Monday,February 19,for President's
Diana Moore,founder of Portland's Preschool craft times continue Day.
International Loving Touch Founda-
tion,Inc.,presents these classes to Tuesdays, 10 to 10:30 a.m.and Wednesday, February 7,
introduce parents to the benefits of Wednesdays,l to 1:30 p.m.through 7_ $ p.m.
massage for children. February 20 and 21. The same craft is Teen Idea Group: Calling all high
offered both sessions. No registra- middle school students.
school and
The infant class is for children up to 6 tion is required. Puett Room. We want d know what you think the
months. Friday,February 9, 11 a.m.
to noon in the Puett Room.
Family Story Time library should provide for teens.Let Family story times continue Wednes- Your voices be heard and help make
The baby class is for children 7 to 18 days,7 to 7:30 p.m.through February the world (well,the library,at least)a
months. Friday,February 16, 12:30 to 21.No registration is required. Puett better place. Snacks are provided
1:30 p.m.in the Puett Room. Room. and all are welcome. Red Rock Creek
Room.
Wednesday, February 21,
Financial Classes 7- s p.m.
Mutual Fund Basics the Puett Room Teen Book Group: Teens chat with
teens about good stuff to read just for
Dave Poppe,investment represen-
the fun of it.Snacks and good conver-
tative with Edward Jones,will pres- Sys Buying a sation provided,so come hang out
ent a class;an the basics of mutual Home with us. Red Rock Creek Room.
funds. He will discuss the place of
mutual funds in a diversified port- Larry Bell,local Friday, February 23,
folio. Tuesday,February 6,7-8:30 realtor,will take 7 _ 9 p.m.
p.m.in the Puett Room. you through the The Waterbo (PG-13): A much
home-buying process,from the Y
=learn in our eye to the key in
abused water boy becomes a football
Fixed,Income Investing Y� Y Ystar. Starring Adam Sandler. Snack
Dave Poppe will host this class on your hand. Tuesday,February 20,7 and drink provided,shown on a
fixed income investments.He will to 9 p.m.in the Puett Room.
large screen. Town Hall.
discuss CDs,bonds,agency notes, Seating is limited for these classes, ---- --- - -- - -- ---- ------
tax-free municipal bonds and their so please call 503-684-6537 ext.276 winter Gardens
place in a balanced portfolio. Tues- to register. Paul Taylor,a local garden designer,
day,February 13, 130 to 3 p.m.in will show you how to add winter in-
terest
GItib selects 'Waiting" by +-63ih terest to your outdoor space and talk
about how to prepare your garden for
Set in contemporary China,the novel tells the story of an ambitious doctor and spring. Bring a phtograph or two and
his seventeen-year involvement with two women:the modern educated woman the dimensions of your yard if you
he is in love with and the loyal wife from his home village who continuously would like him to use your space as a
declines his requests for a divorce. Read it and discover why it won the Na- teaching example during the class.
tional Book Award for fiction in 1999. Please join us for the discussion,Tues-
day,February 13,7 to 9 p.m.in the Puett Room. New members are always the Thursday,
Room. Call :30 p. .
welcome. Contact Kate Miller for information at 503-684-6537 ext.285. ext.Puett to reserve a place.
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Here is a review of the City Council Meeting highlights for the past month:
* Oath of Office was administered to * Councilor Brian Moore was elected * Presented the Award from the
Councilor Craig Dirksen and by the Council as Council President Government Finance Officers
Councilor Brian Moore,for the term for the term of January 2001 until Assocition of the United States and
of office of January 2001 until December 2002. Canada.
December 2004. * Heard an update on 2000 Tigard
* State of the City message delivered Beyond Tomorrow visioning
by Mayor Jim Griffith. project.
* Executive Summary of City * Council Goals for the Year 2001
accomplishments and challenges reviewed and revised.
delivered by City Manager * Met with the Budget Committee.
Monahan.
Future Council Agenda Items:
➢ Finalize and formally adopt 2001 ➢ Discuss sidewalk maintenance and ➢ Hear an update from the Tigard
Council goals. responsibilities on major collectors. Central Business District
➢ Review noise permit process. ➢ Hear an update on long-term water Association.
➢ Meet with the Planning supply options. ➢ Meet with State Senator Ryan
Commission. Deckert and State Representative
Max Williams.
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For additional information or if you ha ve any questions about any of the items listed abo ve,please contact City Recorder Cathy
Wheatley at 503-639-4171 ext.309.A copy of Council pa cke t inform a lion can be found at the Library for the last six months.
Audio and video tape recordings ofmost meetings are available at the Library.
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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 February 13*,20,27* Puett Room-TPL Water Board:
second and fourth Tuesdays of the
month on Channel 22.Replays air at March 13*,20,27* 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 Meeting
Tuesdays)on Channel 21. holiday,7:30 p.m.
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