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Cityscape 2006-09 CAPE Tigard's Official Newsletter September 2006 www.tigard-or.gov Volume XXIV No.9 Mayor's corner Family Fest 2006 One of Council's goals for 2006 is Join us for a weekend of family-friendly activities and events. "Consider Opportunities for Major Thursday, September 7 – Family Night at the Library Greenspaces Purchases." I'm pleased to 4 to 8 p.m. - Trace Your Roots, 2 Floor Technology Room say that real progress has been made in the first half of this year, with every Volunteers will be on hand to assist with your family search. expectation that we will meet with even 7 to 9 p.m. - Families Gone Wild, Community Room more success by the end of the year. Animal Photographer/Story Teller/Adventurer Erin Fitzpatrick Bjorn presents The Park and Recreation Advisory stories and a craft activity for all ages– snacks too! Board has identified 14 properties for Friday, September 8 – Middle School Movie Night potential parks or greenspaces, and so 7:30 to 10 p.m. –Now Showing - RV, Community Room far this year the city has purchased three FREE! Snacks provided. totaling over eight acres. The other 11 properties are still being evaluated and Saturday, September 9 – 5K Run/Walk - negotiations with the owners are under- 9 a.m. – Run/Walk, starts at City Hall, Free breakfast at the finish line. Register online or use the form below. way. In April the school district made it g known they were interested in selling Sunday, September 10 – Celebrate Tigard! surplus property at the Fowler Middle 5:30 p.m. – Free Ice Cream! rAll. School site. Currently the city and the Bring a picnic dinner, library school board are working together to 6 p.m. –Tualatin Valley Community Band Concertfind a way to keep the entire property in Dusk - Fireworks! public ownership. Over the past couple of years the city has been buying open r--------------------------, space in the Bull Mountain area in order i 5K Family Fun Run/Walk to eventually create a park there. Whether the property will be developed Registration Form as a city park will likely depend on the Bull Mountain city incorporation measure on the ballot this November. Name Age Gender The City of Tigard does not expect to 4 develop the land as a park if the prop- erty is within another city. In any case, the city will continue to move forward on our commitment to increase our park acreage,including open space in the downtown urban renewal area. i 'amily/Participant email address: 4COW, Craig E. Dirksen, Mayor Mail the above entry to: 5K Run/Walk, City of Tigard, 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 or email the info (and/or questions) to tigard5k@nrail.conz. L—————————————————————————J TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN, SALLY HARDING, SYDNEY SHERWOOD, NICK WILSON, TOM WOODRUFF City of Tigard It's Your Tigard = Get Involved! Be a part of the decision making process and learn more about programs. Agendas are available at www.tigard-or.gov under the Events Calendar link. No web access? Contact the person noted under each board or committee. City Council Library Board Recycle Your Old Town Hall Library Conference Room 6:30 p.m. - 2"d, 3", and 4th Tuesdays 7 p.m. - 2nd Thursday Computer! Let your voice be heard—2nd and A seven member citizen board that E-Waste Collection Day - 4th Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. - an advises the Council regarding library September 16 opportunity to speak to Council for policies,budget, facilities and other needs. Are outdated computer parts two minutes on any item not on the Connie Martin, 503-718-2512. gathering dust around your home or agenda. Cathy Wheatley, 503-718-2410. Committee for Citizen office. Dispose of computers, monitors, Planning Commission Involvement printers, hard drives, cables, modems, Town Hall 7 p.m. - 3 Thursday keyboards and TVs up to 36 inches at 7 p.m. - 1" and 3`d Mondays A newly expanded committee that the E-Waste Collection Day. The event, A nine member citizen committee reviews and evaluates public involve- sponsored by Pride Disposal Company, that conducts public hearings on land ment and communication plans the City of Tigard and Total Reclaim, use issues and development applica- primarily for city land use and develop- will take place at Tigard High School tions. Dick Bewersdorff, 503-718-2432. ment programs. Duane Roberts, parking lot Saturday, September 16, from Park and Recreation Advisory 503-718-2444. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $10 per Board Tree Board vehicle. This fee includes the cost to Tigard Water Bldg. Auditorium dispose of one nd Library Conference Room monitor or television; 7 p.m. - 2 Monday 6:30 p.m. - 2nd Monday ' A seven member citizen board each additional The Tree Board's mission is to monitor or television that advises the Council on park and developand administer a com rehen- $ P recreation policies, facilities, programs p is 8.The rice will bf sive program for the management, adjusted for larger loads and budgets. Daniel Plaza, 503-718- maintenance, removal, replacement and for small businesses. 2590. and protection of trees on public Intergovernmental Water Board Discarding old electronic equipment property. Matt Stine, 503-718-2589. in landfills not only wastes valuable Tigard Water Bldg. Auditorium CPO 4B - resources, but also releases potentially 5:30 p.m. - 2nd Wednesday C.F. Tigard Elementary hazardous materials into the environ- A five member board, established 7 p.m. - 1" Thursday ment. This event provides an opportunity between Tigard,Durham, King City and to recycle used computer/electronic the Tigard Water District which makes CPO 4M - equipment (e-waste). The recycling recommendations on water-related issues. Metzger Park Hall 7 p.m - 4th Wednesday process will also securely destroy hard . Greer Gaston, 503-718-2595. drives and other devices that may Membership is open to all resi- contain sensitive data. dents and property owners within the _ CPO 4B or CPO 4M boundaries. This event is open to all. Payment is accepted by cash or check only. Manuals, Contact Part Opdyke, 503-725-2117. 7 boxes, mice,packaging, disks, software, and TVs larger than 36 inches will not be accepted. For more information contact Corianne Hart, Solid Waste and Recy- cling Coordinator, at 503-718-2599 or corianne@tigard-orgov. Page 2 Cityscape Editor - Liz Newton Layout Design - Jill Byars CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Citizen Advisory Committee Check It Out! Measure 34-126 Forming for Highway 99W Corridor Local Option Levy to Maintain Services for Public Study Libraries Throughout Washington County Who does this levy affect? The city is looking for citizen volunteers to form a Citizen Anyone who lives in Washington County. The levy would Advisory Committee to guide the development of the Highway fund libraries that are members of Washington County 99W Corridor Improvement and Management Plan. The Cooperative Library Services, including Tigard Public Library. federally-funded Hwy. 99W project is intended to develop a plan Eighty-five percent of levy funds would be distributed to 12 to identify projects and potential land use changes both aimed at member libraries. Remaining funds would provide central alleviating traffic congestion and improving traffic circulation services that link the libraries together. within the highway corridor through Tigard from Durham Road What would the levy pay for? to the I-5 interchange. ,, i It would maintain library services Citizens needed to fill the following committee positions are and allow some libraries to restore invited to apply by submitting a Citizen Committee Interest certain services, such as hours of Application (available under"Volunteer Opportunities" at zvwzv.tzgard-orgov, or at the City Hall lobby): operation and purchase of books and other materials. It would also maintain • King City resident (1 representative) services such as outreach programs that serve residents • Tigard Chamber of Commerce (1 representative) through all WCCLS libraries. • Businesses along the Hwy. 99W corridor (1 representative) When will this levy appear on the ballot? • Resident along the Hwy. 99W Corridor (1 representative) Election Day is Tuesday, November 7, 2006. • Biking Advocate (1 representative) Why is this levy being proposed? • Public Transportation Advocate (1 representative) To maintain current local library services through 2011; • Residents of Tigard chosen at large (2 representatives) avoid additional reductions in hours, book purchases and Committee members are sought to represent a wide range programs; address increases in population and library use; of interests and will be selected through an established selection support literacy programs for children, such as summer process. Applicants may be requested to appear for an interview reading program. with a selection committee led by the Mayor. Committee How would this levy affect taxes? members selected will be appointed by Council resolution. It is a fixed rate of 17¢ per $1,000 of assessed value. Representatives from the Planning Commission, the Transporta- Owners of a home with an average assessed value of tion Financing Strategies Task Force, and CPO 4B are expected $192,000 (differs from market value) would pay $33 in to complete the Committee membership. additional taxes in 2007-08. The levy would accrue $29.5 The study is expected to start in late August 2006 with the million over four years. first Committee meeting scheduled approximately two months Where can you get more information? after the project begins. Committee members will be asked to Log onto a xwwilinet.wcds.1 .or.us,ask a librarian or call participate in at least six two-hour evening meetings and up to WCCLS at 503-846-3222. three open house meetings over a twelve-month period. The Committee will complete its work with a submittal of the completed plan to Council along with a "In the cookies of life, Friends are the chocolate chips." report and recommendation for approval at a formal _ Being a chocolate chip is the next best thing to eating Council business meeting. one. Want to become a Friend with a capital "F"? Join Deadline for receipt of applications is 5 p.m. Friday, the Friends of the Library and help Tigard's library. September 22, 2006. Please contact Bob Roth, Volunteer Interested? Email the Friends of the Library at Program Development Specialist, at 503-718-2402 or jrzendsbooks.1@juno.com or pick up a brochure at the library. bob@tigard-orgov for further information. September 2006 www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 Page 3 lk City of Tigard Super Tuesday: MAD SCIENCE presents Fire & Ice Shelf Iter LiNfe September 12, 7-8 p.m., ages 5-12 Join the Mad Scientist in the Land News from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Ha!! Blvd. of Fire and Ice, where fire causes cards Library events calendar to disappear and magically reappear, balls of all sizes float in mid-air, and experi- Sept. 6 11 a.m.-Noon Stepping Back:A Look at Local History ments with frozen carbon dioxide startle Sept. 7 6:30-8 p.m. Computer Class: How to Use the Library the senses! Catalog Sept. 9 10-11:30 a.m. Computer Class: Basic Computer Skills Art Speaks Lectures Sept. 9 Noon-1:30 p.m. Computer Class: Introduction to Windows Great Painters in Brescia Sept. 11, 18,25 10:30-11:15 a.m. Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6) - September 13, 7-8 p.m. Sept. 12 7-8 p.m. Super Tuesday:Mad Science presents Fire&Ice(ages 5-12) Portraiture: Not Just a Pretty Face Sept. 12, 19,26 10:30-11 a.m. Book Babies (ages 0-6 mos.) - September 27, 7-8 p.m. Sept. 13 4-5 p.m. Volunteer Orientation The Portland Art Sept. 13 7-8 p.m. Great Painters of Brescia Museum brings a series + Sept. 13,20,27 10:30-11 a.m. Toddler Time (ages 18-36 mos.) of lectures and slide Sept. 13,20,27 6-7:30 p.m. Dogs&Tales (Reg.req'd) shows to the library Sept. 14 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teen Book Discussion Group (grades 6-12) highlighting current and Sept. 14 6:30-8 p.m. Computer Class: Basic Word Processing upcoming exhibits. Sept. 15,22,29 10:30-11 a.m. Family Story Time (ages 0-6) =- Sept. 16 10 a.m.-Noon Open Computer Lab Kids' Book Club Sept. 21 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teen Library Council&Teen Zine Meeting September 25, 3:30-5 p.m. Sept. 21 6:30-8 p.m. Computer Class: Internet for Beginners Sept. 23 10 a.m.-Noon Computer Class: Beginning Email Children reading at a 2"a to 3`a grade Sept. 23-30 Banned Books Week at the Library level are invited to join the Kids'Book Sept. 25 3:30-5 p.m. Kids' Book Club (grades 1-4) Club where we'll read books nominated Sept. 26 7-7:30 p.m. Pajama Story Time (ages 0-6) for the 2006-07 Beverly Cleary Sept. 27 7 p.m. Book Discussion Group Children's Choice Award. To participate, Sept. 27 7-8 p.m. Portraiture: Not Just a Pretty Face read the book Ruby Lu, Brave &True by Sept. 28 5-7:30 p.m. Teen Movie Night (grades 6-12) Lenore Look before the September Sept. 28 6-7 p.m. Volunteer Orientation meeting and join us for a great discus- Sept. 28 6:30-8 p.m. Computer Class: Popular Uses of the Web sion, fun activities and snacks! Parents Sept. 30 10 a.m.-Noon Open Computer Lab are welcome to drop off children for the All library programs are free. For more information about programs,visit wway.tigard-orgov/ program's duration. library. Some library programs require registration. To register,please call 503-684-6537. Volunteer Orientations Scheduled Elect to Read a Banned Book September 1-30 September 13, 4-5 p.m. & September 28, 6-7 p.m. In celebration of our right as American citizens to choose books freely, the ALA How long is a typical library volun- and Tigard Public Library is sponsoring a book display in honor of Banned Books teer shift? Are volunteer hours flexible? Week (September 23-30). First observed in 1982, Banned Books Week reminds Can I check out the books and movies Americans not to take this precious democratic freedom for granted. that I see? These and many more Fall into Books questions are answered at New Volunteer September 11-December 28 Orientations at the library. Fall is a great Look for some exciting changes in children's program offerings this fall,including time to check out the variety of opportu- wee@ programs specifically designed to develop early literacy skills and meet the nities,maybe one that is just right for distinct developmental needs of babies, toddlers and preschoolers. We will offer you! Come find out about your library Family Story Time on Friday mornings, monthly Pajama Story Time and the Super from the inside out. Contact Trish Tuesdays series brings excellent, FREE family performances. We look forward to Stormont at 503-718-2516 or seeing your family soon! trisb@tigard-or.gov. Page 4 www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Thank You for All You Do! Change in Traffic Over 110 individuals turned out on July 21st to participate in the annual City of Laws Tigard Volunteer Recognition Event held at the Tigard Library's Community Rom. Back to school time is an adjustment Tigard's Mayor Craig Dirksen welcomed volunteers to an evening of food and music for everyone. Not only do students need and thanked them for their volunteer contributions over the past year. Picnic dinners to readjust to a different and likely more were provided by Dalton's Northwest Catering and original acoustic music was performed by Ariel Tebben. structured schedule;but motorists as well need to pay special attention to obvious Volunteers are active in all Tigard departments.Volunteers may help out on increased pedestrian and vehicular traffic clerical projects, participate in restoration projects, or serve on boards, commissions at this special time of the year. or task forces. Church members and business employees often participate through Changes to the laws regarding speeds their organizations. During 2005, 970 volunteers contributed 21,403 hours of their in school zones took effect in July. By the time. time you read this,all the signs indicating For more information about local volunteer opportunities contact Bob Roth, the changes will have Volunteer Program Development Specialist, at 503-718-2402 or bob@tigard-orgoi .SCrH00L been posted around Here's Your Chance to Volunteer town.Aside from SPEED adapting and under- Volunteering - It's a Family Event standing the new laws pertaining to school • Two sisters have "together" time each Wednesday evening. zones;motorists should • A mom and son are "victims" for an emergency preparedness drill....and at the 20 also take precaution same time explore coast guard or rescue careers for the boy. when traveling in any • Forty families build birdhouses and help clean up Summerlake Park. WHEN residential area. Back to • A father and daughter have one-on-one time, away from younger siblings and FLASHING school is an exciting hectic family life. or time for many children. What do these scenarios have in common? They all describe families volunteer- The excitement may ing together. Volunteer professionals call these `self-organizing units'because families overshadow a child's SCHOOL HAYS have completed projects together before. They know each other's styles, capabilities,"' intention to practice and preferences. Volunteer coordinators value these groups because of the mutually ��M`�PM safety when it comes to beneficial aspects of building strong families and communities. crossing roadways and neighborhood streets. The primary No doubt,your family is busy with school,work, church and all of life's "extra- responsibility lies on the motorist.Always curricular" activities.Volunteering,however,might be one of the things that your anticipate the unexpected and slow down family is busy doing! The City of Tigard has a wide array of ways that couples, in areas where children are observed or siblings,partners, and families can volunteer together. Consider adopting a path or a likely be present. stream, shelf reading a favorite section of the library, or assisting at an event to- gether. The new laws governing schools were changed to lend more clarity and simplic- For more information about family and individual volunteer opportunities, ity. HB 2840 passed in the 2005 Oregon contact Bob Roth at 503-718-2402 or check outU,ww.tigard-orgov. Legislative Session requires a 20 mph Plant a Tree speed between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on days mben school is in session or when yellow Are you dedicated to preserving and improving Tigard's natural resources? Do school zone lights are flashing on roads you love working outdoors? Your help is needed to plant over 1000 native trees and and streets adjacent to schools.The bill shrubs on the banks of Derry Dell Creek. One hundred volun- also addresses school zones on roadways -T teers will be needed. Meet us at the intersection of 115`' and that are not adjacent to a school by _e ___ Genesis Loop, on Saturday, October 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. requiring a 20 mph speed when a flashing Snacks and water are provided. Have fun, meet your light is in operation or"when children are = neighbors, and do your part to improve the natural environ- present" as defined in ORS 811.124. ment of Tigard. Hope to see you there!!! Always practice safety and slow down in school zones. September 2006 www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 Page 5 & City of Tigard Metro Natural Areas Bond Measure Jack Park On November 7,Tigard voters will cast their votes on a $227.4 million Metro Jack Park, located at 12420 SW bond measure focusing on natural areas and lands near rivers and streams throughout 127th Avenue, offers something for the Metro region. If approved, bond revenue would provide: everyone. Bike paths, a basketball • $168.4 million for Metro to purchase property to protect, enhance and restore court, a grass covered baseball field, water quality and habitat for fish and wildlife. Among the specific areas identified swing set and a 2000-square-foot are the Fanno Creek greenway connections and the Westside Trail which includes playground offer up plenty of Tigard's Fanno Creek Trail. recreational opportunities for active • $44 million to cities, counties and local park providers in the Metro area. Tigard's park-goers. The playground features share of these funds is estimated to be over $1.3 million and would be used to purchase land for natural areas and parks. • $15 million for a Nature in Neighborhoods grant program. The Measure, if approved,would initially cost property owners approximately 19 cents per $1,000 of assessed value per year and this cost would likely decrease during the 20-year bond repayment period. Budget in Brief 2006-07 Now Available The city recently published the annual Budget in Brief for the new fiscal year that began July 1. The pamphlet is a summary of the much larger budget in an easy slides,play panels, and a climbing to understand format. Copies are available at City Hall, or if you wish one to be sent structure and flooring consists of to you, please call 503-639-4171. The Budget in Brief is also available at www.6igard- ADA-accessible,spongy,rubber tiles. orgov. For those looking to relax,Krueger Creek meanders along a portion of Burnham Street Improvement Project Begins the park's east side and a stand of The Burnham Street Improvement Project is in the initial stages with preliminary Douglas fir trees lends shade on engineering work ready to begin. This project is a major catalyst project identified in warm days. Picnic tables and a the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan to kickstart the implementation of that drinking fountain round out park plan. The project will include reconstruction and widening of the street to full width amenities. with streetscape improvements,wide sidewalks,water quality and other "green street" Visitors can enter the 5 1/2-acre features, new street lights, and establishment of an enhanced gateway at its intersec- park from SW 124th, 127th, or tion with Hall Boulevard, all in accordance with the concept designs developed in the 128th Avenue, north of Walnut Tigard Downtown Comprehensive Streetscape Design Plan. Street. The public involvement process during the design phase will include meetings For more information on city with the property owners adjacent to the project and at least one "Open House" to parks, visit wwn!tigard-orgov/con2mu- kv __ present the project to the public.Any land nity/parks or contact Steve Martin, acquisition required to accommodate the Parks Supervisor, at 503-718-2598 widened street and sidewalks will be identified or steve@tigard-or.gov during the design phase and will be acquired _ through direct discussions with affected property owners. The city intends to advertise the project for bids in the spring of 2007 with construction anticipated to begin in the summer of 2007. The completed project will enhance the redevelopment efforts in the downtown area by providing a pedestrian- ` A; friendly facility to connect and complement the various land uses envisioned in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan. OTAK,Inc.,the design consultant,will be developing the project design over the next eight months and should complete their work by March 2007. Page 6 www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Community Investment Program - What Does it Mean to You? Significant Projects for 06/07 Traffic Calming Below is a list of the more significant Community Invest- The City of Tigard recognizes that traffic safety is an ment Program (CIP) projects for FY 06/07. The new fiscal year important aspect of the quality of life for its neighborhoods. is just under way and the City of Tigard wants citizens know Each year, the Community Development Department's what they can expect to see in terms of CIP construction. Community Investment Program (CIP) includes funding for 1. 72nd Avenue/Dartmouth Street the implementation of a prioritized list of Traffic Calming Intersection Signalization projects. This represents Tigard's dedication to making our 2. Ash Avenue Construction streets safer for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. The Capital (Burnham Street to Railroad Tracks) Construction and Transportation Division is responsible for 3. Bull Mountain Road (at Hwy 99W) analyzing Tigard streets to determine which traffic calming Right-Turn Lane Widening measures are appropriate for reducing motor vehicle speeds 4. Burnham Street Reconstruction without adversely impacting other streets in our City's traffic network. In conjunction with the Tigard Police Department the 5. Commercial Street Sidewalk division determines where our efforts need to be directed. (Lincoln Avenue to Main Street) Staff also works directly with our community by responding to 6. Durham Road/108th Avenue Intersection Signalization citizen traffic calming concern via telephone and field meet- 7. Hall Boulevard Crosswalk (at Fanno Creek Pathway) ings. 8. Hall Boulevard Sidewalk (Spruce St to 850' south) The Traffic Calming Program provides citizens an 9. Hall Boulevard/Wall Street Intersection - Phase 2 opportunity to engage staff in a series of neighborhood 10. Tigard Triangle Street Improvement LID No. 1 meetings to evaluate the installation of speed cushions or other 11. Tigard & Main Street Traffic Signal Installation traffic calming devices. A few examples of traffic calming measures include: Each number corrolates to the location on the map. If you are interested in receiving more information about Tigard's Speed Cushions (formerly "humps/bumps") are raised Community Investment Program or how to be involved in the pavement sections meant to encourage motorists to drive selection process,please visit www.tigard-orgov or contact the slower without impacting emergency vehicle response Planning/Engineering counter at 503-639-4171 ext. 2421. time. • Curb Extensions can increase the visibility of pedestrians CIP Street and provide a shorter crosswalk distance. Project Locations* Chokers narrow the roadway and can encourage motor- ists to drive slower. FY 2006/07 Pedestrian Refuge is a protected area within the cross- walk at the centerline of roadway which can allow the pedestrian to cross one lane of traffic at a time. 1 Traffic Islands can direct the flow of traffic and provide a pedestrian refuge. ■��T To see a photo gallery of traffic calming devices or i criteria for eligibility, please visit www.tigard-orgovl cid hall/ departments/enir gineeringltrafc calming. i, i ess 'For the full list of CIP Projects visit: www.tigard-or.gov/city_hall/departments/engineering/cip_projects September 2006 www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 Page 7 City of Tigard PRESORTED STANDARD t� 13125 SW Hall Blvd. U.S.POSTAGE PAID Tigard, OR 97223 PORTLAND,OR 503-639-4171 PERMIT 2528 POSTAL CUSTOMER Tigard 2027: The Comprehensive Plan Update "lhe city is updating its Comprehensive Plan to guide the next 20 years. This article is the f fth in a series. Tigard: Have We Changed? 1993 - The City of Tigard conducts its first Community When Tigard's residents were asked in 2006 about the city's Attitude Survey. Residents are "fairly pleased" with Tigard as a future livability, they were almost evenly divided, saying either it place to live. Residents rate Tigard's livability 7.7 out of 10, will be better (330/6),worse (340/6), or stay the same (27@. citing location and atmosphere as the primary reasons for Over time, the issues faced by a community can shift and enjoying life here. Top-rated services include the library, senior change happen incrementally. Surveys allow the city to monitor services, police, and parks. citizens' experiences and concerns and respond accordingly. 2006 - The city conducts its second Community Attitudes Whereas in 1993 growth and development ranked as the top Survey. The city's livability rates 7.8 out of 10, and Tigard's threat to quality of life (the question as asked then),in the last citizens consistently give living in Tigard and its services high three years citizens have consistently ranked transportation and ratings.What do people like most about living in Tigard?Again, traffic concerns as the biggest issue. location (61%) and atmosphere (community character (nice/ As we embark on the Comprehensive Plan Update, these quiet), safety, trees) are the main two reasons. Library, police values and issues will guide Tigard's path to the future. Next and parks remain the top-rated services. month's article will focus on other values and issues identified In times when life moves fast and change can be swift,it's by residents:what do we value? encouraging to view these two surveys and see that values The city's updated Comprehensive Plan will guide decisions have stayed constant in Tigard during the last thirteen years. on land use, the provision of public facilities and services, and The ideals that draw and keep residents here continue to make community livability for the next 20 years. this a place that people call home. Join the electronic NewsList to receive Plan updates or send comments to TIGARD2027@tigard-orgov! For further information, call 503-6394171 or visit the city's web site at www.tigard-or.gov.