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Vol. XVIV No. 11 The Official Newsletter of Tigard November 2001
Mayor's corner Update on proposed new library
ThisThis year Thanksgiving takes on a
earThant tone Thanksgiving
han in the past. Asa The recommended site for the pro- Facilitated discussionswill seekcre-
veteran from the Vietnam era, I have posed new Tigard Library encom- ative ideas for incorporation of the
a strong feeling for everything going passes 14.7acreswith excellent access site'sgreenspace into the City and
on in our world today. However, as to Fanno Creek, into plansfor a
President Bush keeps stating: Locally trees and new library.
weshould keep our livesas normal nearby open Watch future
as possible. We al l need to do this,so spaces. issues of
let's get on with business. The City will be Cityscape for op-
seeking input Tigard
portunitiesto
Please take a few minutes to drive CkyNall provideyourin-
through Cook Park to observe the from the com- put.
new baseball and soccer fields under munity to de
construction. The City Council velop asite ara ,g aFIf you would
enno
Master Plan senior hristia a� l i k e to sch ed u I e
walked through the park recently. If Center Church
that would a presentation
you drive to the east end of the new J a �r
maximizethe Li O i o for your neigh-
parking lot,you will seewherethe -o >
butterfly garden and wetland obser- potential of the m,*propo a borhood or orga-
greenspace. Library nization about
vation structu re w i I I be located. It toBonita Rd Q ske-- --
looks GREAT! Community l = the proposed
memberswill new library or
Two new restroom facilitieswill be be encouraged for more in or-
constructed and therewill beacon- to come and ex- mation, please
cession booth near the main entrance. plorethe opportunities presented by contact Library Director Margaret
TheAtfalati organization isinstalling this land. The site amenities of the Barnes at (margaretuci.tigard.or.us)
baseball and soccer fields,which we proposed new library havethe poten- or 503-639-4171,ext.263.
anticipatewill becompleted in time tial to benefit all of our citizens.
for the Balloon Festival next year.
I hope you have a great Thanksgiving
with your families and friends! Tigard's tribute to veterans
M Acknowledge Tigard'sveterans!!
■ Tuesday, November 13 from 6—7 p.m.
■ Tigard Water Building Auditorium (8777 SW
Jim Griffith,Mayor Burnham at the corner of Hall &Burnham).
■ The Tualatin Valley Community Band will entertain
with a program of patriotic songs and marches. Color
Guard will be provided by the Tigard American
Legion Post 158. Cookies and punch will be served.
N ovember C1 T M eeti ng N oti ce
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CIT- Citizen Involvement Team Grassroot s Nei. .. ... -. JL a
Where: Town Hall at City Hall, 1312 5 SW Hall Boulevard
When: Thursday, November 1, 2001, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
The CIT meeting is cablecast live on the first Thursday on Channel 22, 78 or 28 at 7 p.m. Replays are
shown the following Friday at 7 p.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 on Cable Channel 2 2, 7 8 or 2 B.
7:20 P.M. Tigard-Tualatin School District Bond Levy Proposal
The Tigard-Tualatin School District is planning to submit a bond levy to the voters in May 2002. Come
and find out what the prel iminary recom mend ati ons are, ask questions and give your input.
7:40 p.m. Tigard New Library Construction Committee
A potential site has been selected for a proposed new library and a
model has been developed to show how the buiIding could be
placed on the site. Come and learn more about the proposed new
library, how it would meet the community'scurrent and future
needs, ask questions and give your input. lab
8:00 P.M. Break
8:05 P.M. Dog Park Siting
The Dog Park Committee has been meeting to find a location for a permanent dog park. The group will
make a presentation on the status of their search.
8:2'5 P.M. Capital Improvement Program Budget
It'sthat ti meagain. Time to begin developing the list of projects that will be included in the 2002-03
budget. Come and find out what's on the list and how you can make suggesti ons f or consideration --
street improvements, sidewalks, storm drain improvements, speed humps, and water and park
facilities are eligible for consideration.
9:00 P.M. Adjourn
Bring a friend or neighbor!
If you are unable to attend and would like to have your ideas included or have suggestions, please contact Liz Newton
at (liz@ci.tigard.or.us)or 503-639-4171,ext. 308.
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Friday night music at Fall leaves...
the library Autumn is here and leaves grates, resulting in
This month, the library welcomesback arefalling. An accumula- standing water and cre-
Lew ones, signer-songwriter and tal- tion of leaves, needles,vegetation ating hazardsfor drivers.
ented guitar player,on Friday, No- and debriscan causedrainage head- Thistimeof year isachallengeto
vember 9,from 6 to 8 p.m. The achesfor homeowners and City the Tigard's Public Works crews.
performance isfree and located in the crews. Gutters,downspouts, drain- Thecrewstry to keep thestorm
library'sPuett Room. ,bnesplaysan agegatesand catch basinsarethe linesand catch basinsclear and
original blend of folk, blues and con- most common places drainagetrou- functioning correctly to avoid drain-
temporary pop. Playing songsfrom bleoccurs. The best way to avoid ageand flooding problems. Wecan
his threeCds, Jones's talent make for a such problems is to regularly in-
spect and remove obstructions from use your help If you see a catch ba-
fresh listening experience. sin that needs to be cleared, please
Sponsored b The Friends o the the drainage structures surrounding
p y f your home. contact the Public Works Depart-
Tigard Library. ment at 503-639-4171,ext. 301, or
The City of Tigard does not havea better yet, go ahead clear it and con-
Building appeals board curbsideleaf collection program. tact PublicWorksto havethe leaves
members sought The City is responsible for removing picked up.
The Building Appeals Board hears ap-
debrisfrom thestreet, but pilesof Enjoy o the autumn season color and
leavesswept or dumped on the
peals of decisions made by the build- street cannot be picked up by street thank you for your assistance in
ing official regarding application of sweeping equipment. During heavy keeping thestreetsclear of leaves
Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 14, and other drainageobstructions this
rains, leaves left at curbside flow
Buildingsand Construction. The downstream and block catch basin fall.
Board consists of seven members in-
cluding:
* general public representative Summerlake Park master plan update
* an Oregon Disability Commission communityworkshopmeeting
representative
* a licensed general contractor Neighbors recently shared ideas importance of the lake and a request
* a registered professional structural about Summerlake Park at a Commu- to look into on-street parking.
engineer nity Workshop meeting. The words Additional features were
* a building official employed by an people used to describe their
Oregon municipality way of thinking about this discussed including a
park were: serene,peacefulskatepark, bikejumps, dog
,
* an attorney actively practicing law in parks and a BMX track.
Oregon quiet,open,natural, water-based While these featu res w ere
* the Fire Marshal or designee from and aesthetically pleasing. considered to be important.
Tualatin Valley Fire& Rescue City of Tigard Community Thegeneral feeling of most
Termsof officearefour years. The Development Director Jim workshop attendeeswas
Board meets when an appeal has been Hendryx led adiscussion on that these amenities could
filed. Applicationsfor the Board will the management plan for the be accommodated at other
be accepted through November 30. To lake. Consultantsalso re- park sites.
apply, please complete a Citizen Inter- viewed information from the Staff will review the next
est Application available: last two workshop meetings and pre- draft plan containing the latest public
sented a revised draft master plan for comments. For more information,
* on the City's web site: Citizens review by the citizens. Cisug-
(www.d.tigard.or.us) rested additional park amenities - contact Parksand Facilities Manager
ard
* at the City Hall lobby cluding: an elementary-age Daniel r 503-laza 6 (9 4171, ci.tig99.
a maintenance building,
onus)or 503-639-4171, ext. 399.
* upon request,by mail playground, g'
informal play fields, accessible path-
For information, please contact Build- ways and awater play feature. Input
ing Official Gary Lampella at also included commentsabout the
(gary a ci.tigard.or.us)or 503-639-4171,
ext. 311 or Volunteer Coordinator Su-
san Koepping at (susank@ci.tigard
.or.us)or 503-639-4171,ext.460.
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News from the Tigard Library
1 31 25 SW Hall Blvd-
Library Events Calendar Parenting Classes
November 1 7:30-8:30 p.m. Financial Planning for College(Reg. req'd) - •• - - -
-Puett Rm the Best in Your Child
November 1,8, 15 10-10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time-Puett Rm Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2 to 4 p.m.
Puett Room
November 2, 9 1:30-3 p.m. Taking Charge Parenting Series As children grow,they develop and
(Parts5& 6/ Chi ldcare provided/ Reg. honetheir physical, cognitive, emo-
req'd)-Town Hall tional,and perceptual capabilities.
Nov.3, 10, 17,24 11 a.m.-Noon Basic Computer Class(Reg. req'd)- Many of these steps are biologically
Puett Rm triggered, but they may also be so-
N ov em ber 6, 13 10-10:30 a.m. Craft Time-Puett Rm cially driven. Learn how to foster
your child's development so that they
November 6 2-4 p.m. "Nurturing the Best in Your Child" (Reg. realizetheir potential. Registration is
req'd)-Puett Rm required.
Nov 6, 13,20,27 5-6 p.m. Basic Internet Class(Reg. req'd)-Puett Rm
November 7 7-8 p.m. Teen Idea Group-Red Rock Creek Room \
November 7, 14 1-1:30 p.m. Craft Time-Puett Rm 2r—"
November 7, 14 7-7:30 p.m. Family Story Time-Puett Rm
November 8 7-9 p.m. "Communication:The Key to a Successful SuccessfulCommunication: The Key to a
Family" (Reg. req'd)-Puett Rm
Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 to 9 p.m.
November8 7-9 p.m. Kristallnacht Lecture-Fowler Middle Puett Room
School Commons Proactive communication not only
November 9 6-8 p.m. Friday Night Music-Puett Rm improves the family environment but
November 12 Library Closed-Veteran's Day greatly increases parenting effective,
ness. Learn how to interact and help
November 13 7-9 p.m. Book Discussion of Falling Leaves- your child become more adept at
Puett Rm dealing with real-life situations.
November 15 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tax Relief 2001 (Reg.req'd)-Puett Rm Registration is required.
These pro grams are made pos si ble by the
November 17 2-3:30 p.m. Poetry Writing Workshop (Grades 6-12/ Fain ilyandCommu nity Develop mentFac-
Reg. req'd/ Call 503-226-3634)-Puett Room ulty of the Oregon State University Exten-
N ovem ber 17 3-4 p.m. The Parrot Lady-Town Hall sion Service of Wash ing ton County.
November 22,23 Library Closed-Thanksgiving I Read to My Baby
November 27 7-8 p.m. I Read to My Baby (Reg. req'd)-Puett Rm Tuesday, Nov. 27, 7 to 8 p.m.
Puett Room
November 30 7-9 p.m. Free Movie N ight, Oh Brother Where Art Angela J. Reynolds,
Tho u?(PG-1 3)-Tow n Hall
youth services out- ,
Mon-Wed 4-6 p.m. Homework Center-Teen Area reach librarian for
Washington County
For more information on the library, visit our web site at Cooperative Library
Sery i ces,w i l l p res-
www.ci.tigard.or.us ent a lively session to new parents
and their babies. Learn how to share
All library programs are free. Some library programs require registration. books,stories, and rhymeswith your
To sign up,call 503-684-6537,ext.276. i nfant. Each baby w i I I receive a
board book. Registration is required.
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Kristallnacht, remembering Stuff to do for Teens
another night of terrorism
g Schoolwork piling up? No wor- Saturday, Nov. 11, Z to 3:30 p.m.
On the night of November 9, 1938, ries—the library's Homework Center
Puett Room
terrorism exploded in Germany as
is here with free tutoring and home-
Nazi thugs attacked .Jewish homes, work help for middle and high school Poetry Writing Workshop: Poet and
businessesand synagogueswith students. Open Mondays–Thurs-
educator MicheleAranguiz leadsfun
bricksthrown through windows. days,4 to 6 p.m. (closed on school exercises in the techniques of writing
This Night of Broken Glass, and library holidays). Bustranspor-
and revising poetry. Bring original
Kristallnacht, isrecognized asthebe works to share if you wish. Grades
tation available from Tigard middle
ginning of Holocaust,the years of schools. 6-12, registration required, call
d e-humanizing Jews in Europe. 503-226-3634.
Alice Kern, a survivor of Auschwitz Wednesday, Nov. 1, 1 to 8 p.m.
Red Rock geek Room Friday, Nov. 30, 1 to 9 p.m. Town Hall
and Bergen-Belsen concentration Free M ovie N ight: O Brother, Where
camps, has experience speaking to Teen I dea Group:Want to have a say Art Thou? (PG-13). The Coen broth-
adults and to children of all ages in the music, movies, books, and pro- ers reset Homer'sOdyssey in 1930's
about the Holocaust,and she is eager grams the library offersfor teens? M ississippi,with a ragtag trio of es-
to share her message of strength and Join us and let your voice be heard! caped convicts as heroes. Snack and
hope. Join her for this lecture at Snacksand laughter provided. drink provided.
Fowler Middle School Commons
(10865 SW W al n ut Street, T i gard),
Thursday, Nov. 8,7 to 9 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Tigard Public Li- Financial ProgramsCelebrate the Season of
brary and Fowler Middle School. Join David Poppe, investment repre- Reading at the Falling
sentativewith Edward Jones,for one Leaves Gala
Book Club reads or both of theseseminars. Each will Sunday, Nov.4 markstheend of the
beheld in thePuett Room and regis- 7th Annual Adult Reading Program,
Falling Leaves tration is required. Turning Pages...Falling Leaves. All
Thismonth, in honor ofthe7th An- registered participants will beinvited
nual Adult Reading Program,Turn- Financial Planning for College to the Falling Leaves Gala,to be held
ing Pages...Falling Leaves, the book Thursday, Nov. 1,7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17. Don't miss
dub selected Falling Leaves: The Everything you need to know about your opportunity to attend Tigard's
True Story of an Unwanted Chinese educational IRAs, Coverdell Educa- literary event of the year,with guest
DaughterbyAdelineYen Mah. Read tional Savings Accounts and 529 authors James David,Jane
the book, described by The Orcgo_ plans. Kirkpatrick, Kris Nelscott, and live
nian asa"fresh and haunting account jazz from the Tom Wakeling Trio.
of a childhood that near) paralyzed Tax Relief 2001
Y P Y Enjoy a cornucopia of snacks and
its author for life." Then join the dis- Thursday, Nov. 15, 7:30-8:30 p.m. desserts, door prizes and (for those
cussion,Tuesda Nov. 13, 7to9 m. Takeadvantageofthisnewlaw,
Y� P� who read or listened to 1,500 hun-
in the Puett Room. New members which includes provisionsthat can af- dred pagesin the program)the
are always welcome. fect many aspects of your financial chancetowintheGrandPrize! It's
security, including college savings not too late! Register for the program
GET CARRIED AWAY . . . READ! and retirement and estate planning. on or before Nov.4,then join usfor
WITH THE PARROT LADY thisfabulous party.
Saturday, Nov. 17, 3 to 4 p.m. Look What's new! The Falling Leaves Gala is made possible
Town Hall by grant azoards from Live @ Your Li-
Celebrate Children's Book Week, Get SelfCheck machine, offering pri- brary and the Regional Arts and Culture
Carried Away...Read! Our special vacy and an alternative to the Council.
guest Gudrun Maybaum, alias"The checkout line. It'sfun too!
Parrot Lady," will present an interac- WlLlnet Online Renewals! Logon Thank goodness for volunteers
tive parrot show featuring trained to the library catalog, WlLlnetw , Wherewould webewithout vol-
birds. Children of all ageswill be from home(www.wilinct. ccl . unteers? In this month of
amazed with thebeauty and intelli- lib.or.us). Go to"Review Your Pa- Thanksgiving,wewould liketo
gence of these u nf orgettabl e crea- tron Record," click on "Renew On- say "Thanks"to all of you who
tures. Visit the library after the line" and follow thedirections. give so generously of your time
presentation and check out some Please have your library card and and talents. Contact the library if
great parrot books. items you wish to renew on-hand. you are interested in volunteering.
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City parks update Tree planting at
Your Parks crew has been working the road to thew aterfront in Cook Northview Park
on thefollowing projects: Park. Two new picnic areas were On October 3, 2001 Tigard City For-
Finished installing anew drinking greatly enhanced by this planting ester Matt Stine,worked with
fountain in ,lack Park near the project. 10Americorps membersto
playground equipment Began thewinter renovation of plant 39 trees in 1 r
constructed last summer. the soccer fields. SlnceOctober Northview Park. 1/
Finished irrigation system 28,theCook Park main gatesto This tree-planting pro- �!
additions and anew pathway the waterfront have been closed. ject took about a
through the rhododendron Began leaf removal in Octoberyear to coordinate.
garden at Summerlake Park. Most activity will occur in Cook The city forester
When weather permits,the crew Park because of the number of worked closely "
will install new plants, including maturetrees. with residents in the
trees, donated by Jeff Sorg. Castle H ill Subdivision to determine
Began planning for the holiday thespeciesof treesto beplanted and
Received o memorial bench tree lighting, which will be the location of each planting site.
donated for Slimtalled ePark, located at Liberty Park on Main Trees were planted on thepark'sper-
eastp will be installed near the Street thisyear. Parksstaff will be imeter so large open areas wouId re-
east playground and the walk busy readying the park for the main for recreation activities.
bridge. event. Eventually,these trees wiII provide
Cleared blackberriesand debristo For more information on parks,con- much-needed shadefor park users,
makeway for thevolunteers tact Steve Martin at wildlife habitat and soil improve-
participating in the October 27 (stcvc@ci.tigard.or.us)or ments.
Make a Difference Day. 503-639-4171, ext. 398. A combination of nativeand
Volunteersadded plantingsalong
non-native tree species were planted.
Duetotheoverall site conditions(soil
Meet the new parks facilities manager � � I�� type, high wind exposure, full sun,
varying slopesand water availability)
The Tigard Parks Division announces Dan has �� ,1 we chose species of trees that adapt
theappointment of Parksand Facil- worked with \ to harsh growing conditions. Wefo-
ities Manager Dan Plaza. several park cused on species diversity choosing
comes to the City of Tigard from and recreation r! treesthat havepleasing fall color,
Dan
the come ao thlane Park and Recreation organizations. He pretty flowers or elegant forms. The
was also a"baby � treeswill reach varying heights at
District in Springfield, Oregon,where
cuddler" for the u maturity.
he was the Superintendent for 18 graduated from San Jose neo-natal care unit
years. Dan g at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eugene. The A m eri corps m em bers are part of
State University with a Bachelor's De- the Northwest Service Academy Io-
greein Park and Recreation Adminis- We are f ortu n ate to have Dan join the cated in Portland. The crew who as-
tration and heattained his Master's Public Works Team! sisted in the tree planting spends a
Degreefrom the University of Illi- year performing community service
nois. activities. In addition to tree plant-
ing,the group's activities include
Lynn Wells named October's employee of the month non-native plant removal, environ-
mental education and ecosystem res-
Lynn started working for the City of ing battlewith blackberry bushes. menton.
Tigard in July of 1995asa utility Getting these bushes under control
worker in the Public Works Depart- would have normally cost the City Pleasevisit theCity'snewest park lo-
ment. He is now a Senior Utility about $400 in herbicides and at least cated on Northview Drive near the
Worker in the Streets Division of the twoweeksof staff time. Homeown- SW Walnut/ SW Barrows Road inter-
Department. ersin the neighborhood arethrilled! section. If you have any questions
pleasecontact Matt Stine at
Lynn stepped outside of his normal Thanks, Lynn,for going the extra (mstinc«ci.tigard.or.us) or
work routine recently and spent two mileto help your co-workers and the 503-639-4171, ext.423.
days on the City's"Tiger" mower do- community.
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Water is life Numerous thefts from vehicles prompts warning from police
This year Tigard'sfirst water conser- Tigard,along with the greater Port- ■ Report suspicious
vation calendar will be issued. This land area, is experiencing a large activity. '"
calendar, Water is Life,displays win- number of break-ins and thefts from
ners of a coloring contest held last veh i d es.Take the fol I ow i ng Take the initiative to
spring.The contest was open to all el- precautionsto avoid becoming a contact the police if
ementary students in the Tigard wa- victim: you observe activity
ter servicearea. In addition to the that may becriminal.
student's pictures,the calendar con-
■ Always lock vehicles;keep To report aeriminal tainswater conservation tipsand windows and sunroo fs closed. act in progress,call
facts. ■ Keep valuables out of sight by 9-1-1. To report a
storing such items in the trunk or a non-emergency suspi-
Congratulations to the winners: concealed area of the vehicle. eiousaetivity,call 503-629-0111. To
■ Andie D., Deer Creek Elementary ■ If you have anti-theft devices, use learn more,contact the Tigard Crime
them. Prevention Officer at 503-684-4997,
■ Alejandra B., C.F. Tigard ext.220.
Elementary
■ Ashley B., C.F. Tigard Elementary Listen up...
■ Christian M., C.F. Tigard
Elementary On September 25,2001 ther The limits are:
■ Alex L., Templeton Elementary Tigard City Council adopted 1) For noise sensitive dwell-
anew noise ordinance to 0ings such as residences, mo-
Joshua D., Templeton Elementary replace cumbersome noise tels,churches,daycare
■ Emily F., Templeton Elementary standardsthat hampered centers, hospitals,schools,or nursing
enforcement of noise issues.
■ Caleb H., Templeton Elementary care centers:
■ Jayati R., Templeton Elementary The new ordinance allows objective ■ 40 decibels between 9 p.m. and
and subjective methods of enforce- 7 a.m.
■ David P., Templeton Elementary ment. Previously, noise readings
■ Erika B.,Templeton Elementary were the only way to establish a vio- ■ 50 decibels between 7 a.m. and
lation.The new ordinance continues 9 P.M.
■ Sam V., Templeton Elementary to list noise limits but also allowsfor
Sarah W., Templeton Elementary enforcement based on complaints by 2) Where there are no noise sensitive
■ units,the standards are increased:
two different households.
All picturesfrom the coloring contest ■ 60 decibels between 9 p.m. and
can be viewed at the Tigard Library Subjective Method: 7a.m.
October 29 to N ovem ber 21. Violations that can now be addressed ■ 75 decibels between 7 a.m. and
The City of Tigard is offering its wa- include plainly audible or unneces-
sarily loud sounds that are problems 9 P.M.
ter conservation calendar to water for residences, overnight accommo- There is also a list of exceptions in-
a calendar
visit
t charge. To receive dations,hospitals,etc.,between eluding non-amplified sounds by or-
t calendar visit the library between 9 p.m.and 7 a.m. Plainly audible ganized athletic activities, emergency
the above dates or contact Coordinator,
means noise with content that can be work and sounds regulated by other
Water Conservation Coordinator, distinguished,such as speech,vocal laws. Soundscaused by demolition
Sara Danz a1,ext.346.tigard.ies ar or sounds and musical rhythms. Unnec- activities aswelI as industrial,agri-
limite , sod ,ext.346. Supplies are essarily loud means sound that inter- cultural and construction activities
limited, so do not delay! feres with normal spoken are excepted during the hoursof
communication. 7 a.m.and 9 p.m. Monday through
Friday and 8 a.m.and 9 p.m.on Sat-
\ Objective Method: Friday
and Sunday. In no case, how-
�. J Sound limits are measured at the ever,can sou ndsexceed 85decibel s
boundary or within a property where for morethan 5 minutes in any calen-
the sound is considered to be a prob- dar day.
lem.
Questionsor complaintscan befiled
with Christine Darnell,code compli-
an ce sp eci al i st at 503-639-4171,ext.
314.
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Here is a review of the City Council Meeting highlights for the past month:
➢ Reviewed proposed new library site ➢ Conducted a publichearing on a ➢ Received an updateon Council
progress. supplemental budget for parks Goals.
system development charges and the
➢ Reviewed Metro Greenspace ➢ Conducted apublichearing on
property status. underground utility fund. adjusting solid waste rates.
➢ Heard an update on the Tigard ➢ Heard an updatefrom Washington ➢ Conducted a public hearing to accept
Beyond Tomorrow Visioning Project. County on its Vision West process. the2001 Local Law Enforcement
➢ Heard a summary of legislative ➢ Unveiled the model for the proposed Block Grant and approvespending of
session from Representative Max new Library and reviewed the public funds.
Williams. participation plan. ➢ Considered aresolution limiting
➢ Heard an update on the ➢ Discussed renewal of contribution of construction activity in public rights
Communication Plan. franchise fees for Public, Education of way between the Thanksgiving
and Government Access. and New Year Holidays.
Future Cound I Agenda Items:
* Hear an update on Merestone Pond * Conduct a public hearing on a loan for * Hear a report on Bull Mountain
activity. Cook Park construction projects. annexation information gathering.
* Review sidewalk maintenance policy. * Hold awork session on the * Hear a report on improvementsto
* Hear proposal for new library Transportation System Plan. City's web site.
construction bond measure.
For additional information or if you have any questions about any of the items listed above,please contact City Recorder Cathy
Wheatley at 503-639-4171, ext. 309. A copy of Council packet information can be found on the City's web site at
www.ci.tigard.or.usor at the library.Audio and video tape recordings of most meetings are also available at the library.
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All meetings are held at Tigard City Hall -- 13125 SVV Hall Boulevard, unless noted.
Meeting dates are tentative.To confirm adateor agendatopics,pleasecall City Hall at 503-639-4171.
The Tigard City Council meetingsare City Council: Library Board: I ntergovern mental
cablecsecond
four 7:30 p.m. s the November 13*,20,27* Puett Room -TPL Water Board:
second and fourth Tuesdays of the
month on Channel 22.Replaysair at December 11*, 18** 2nd Thurs.,7 p.m. 2nd Wed.,5:30 p.m.
7p.m.and 1 a.m.on Thursday and 6:30 p.m.u nl ess otherw ise Planning Commission: Tigard Water Building
10 a.m.,7 p.m.and 1 a.m.on Friday posted8777 SVV Burnham
(following the second and fourth Cabl1st& 3rd Mon.,unlessa
Tuesdays)on Channel 21. ***Taped
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