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Cityscape 2007-11 City of Tigard's Official Newsletter CITYSCAPE damm - - I'll Mayor's Corner Grand Opening! The City of Tigard belongs to Jim Griffith Memorial Skate Park an organization called the League of Oregon Cities,commonly called the LOC. Join the city for the of ficial opening of Tigard's new skate park Participation in the LOC gives the city access to legislative and educational assets a 'Thursday, November 8, 4:30 P.M. that we otherwise would not have. The majority of the Tigard City • Tigard City Hall Parking Lot Tigard, Oregon Ti Council attended this year's LOC 13125 SW Hall, g conference. The conference was held in Bend,the first time in its 82 year history Hear from the local folks who made it �,,,� that it has been held east of the Cascades. all possible,watch expert skate boarders We were accompanied by Lisa Olsen,a demonstrate their skills,get your skate park citizen activist who attended at her own memento,celebrate our success! For more expense in order to take advantage of the information contact Parks and Facilities seminars and training sessions offered at Manager Dan Plaza at 503-718-2590 or the conference. In addition to hearing daniel@tigard-orgov. Hungry T.rex waits for unsuspecting skate boarders keynote speakers on the issues of energy, sustainability and land use,each day there S ecial Thanks to Our Sponsors & Partners were several workshops held concurrently. Q P Council members and staff coordinated Over 150 donors pledged money and in-kind contributions totaling over$83,000 to our attendance so we could cover all the assist in financing the construction of this skate park. To recognize these contributors, topics we thought would be of value to the"donor wall"will be unveiled at the event! the City. In one session,I learned how some �J ' ; ;M 4 other urban renewal districts have created A ' effective public/private partnerships to accomplish urban development,and in •r -ir a x? r;y another we heard from professionals on how to make residential/commercial downtown development work. A complete program schedule is available at www.orcifies.org. Craig E.Dirksen,Mayor Skate park as viewed from the park entrance TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN, GRETCHEN BUEHNER, SYDNEY SHERWOOD, NICK WILSON,TOM WOODRUFF ACity of Tigard New Concept Designs for Downtown Park and Plaza Two new park and plaza designs for the Fanno Creek Steering Committee to consider O were revealed by consultant Walker Macy O in late September. The project is moving forward with more visual detail,allowing the fafeSeatltt9 O O ht Columns community to see just what the core area of Light Interact' a Fou tain , downtown could look like. w/Shallo Kiosk w/Restrooms &Open Air She Dramatic Changes The design for Fanno Creek Park,the 23- Area Stormwater acre park between Main Street and Hall Blvd., Creek which would connect to the plaza,is primarily \ //✓� a nature preserve. Much of it is within Open lawn �/ wetlands. The most dramatic change being planned for the park will be a re-channeling Housing of Fanno Creek to restore it to near-original Festival al l' '� form. Other suggested changes include Street realigning trails away from industrial property, v improving native habitat,building new bridges I i i Multi-mo ail \ and boardwalks,and providing viewpoints 1 where people can observe nature. -- Naturalized Vegetation \ /Light Columns / Cafe Seating Scheme 3 Interactive Fountain Kiosk w/ Seat Wall RestPlaza Designs Shown room StormwaterO The three plaza options (only two Creek ` 17 � shown here) all have common elements but with a different layout. All have a park- Lawn Ilk like setting next to the plaza,an open lawn \ area,a"festival street"that can be closed i Housing \� off for events such as a farmer's market, I Festival an overlook to the natural area,cafe seating Overlook Street next to adjoiningredevelopment,a la area Pier I Play Area Area \ and an interactive fountain. Scheme 2 (not � shown)is similar to the other two options Multi-modal but has natural,amphitheater seating for Trail performances on the"great lawn." v Details Available Naturalized vegetation The park and plaza designs and \` an upcoming meeting schedule may be \ viewed at the Permit Center counter or online at www..tivard-orgov/masterp/an. For additional information,contact Downtown Scheme I Redevelopment Manager Phil Nachbar at 503-718-2557 or_pbil@tigard-or.gov. Page 2 www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter TW ............................................ COMPUTER CLASSES ife All computer classes and open computer labs Shelf are held in the Technology Room. !Yews from the Tigard Library 13SUQ _SIN'Hall Blvd. Open Computer Labs Maldon Meehan and the - Tuesday,November 6,13,20,27 Readers Theater: 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. School Picture Day Footnotes: Traditional Irish Music _ Wednesday,November 7,14,21,28 and Dance Tuesday,November 13,7-8 p.m. Friday,November 9,7-8 p.m. 6-8 p.m. Community Room Community Room : Excel for Beginners Celebrate National Children's Book -+ - Thursday,November 1,7-8.30 p.m. Come enjoy an evening of Week with a performance of Scbool traditional Irish music and dance : Computer Skills for Beginners Picture Day,based on the book by Lynne with Maldon Meehan and the Footnotes. - Saturday,November 3,10:30 a.m.-Noon Plourde.Everyone is welcome to attend the performance,and readers ; Introduction to Windows XP Somehow We'll Survive: : Operating System in grades 2-5 are needed to play A Holocaust Remembrance on the parts!Registration and attendance at An--iversary of Kristals-acht - Saturday,November 3,12:30-2 p.m. two practices after school on November Tuesday,November 6,7-9 p.m. : Intermediate Excel 7&9 are required in order to perform. Community Room - Tuesday,November 6,7-8:30 p.m. For details,call 503-684-6537 and ask The Tigard Library will host Word Processing I for Beginners for the Children's Desk. George Sidline and Eva and Les Aigner. - Saturday,November 10,10:30 a.m.-Noon Mr. Sidline will discuss his childhood Fall Festival of Fun fAH,�f'^"` ' : Advanced Email wartime experiences in Japan. The • Preschool StoryTime, - Wednesday,November 14,2-3:30 p.m. Aigners will talk about surviving Monday,November 19,10:30-11:15 a.m.,Puett Auschwitz,Dachau,and the Buda- : Word Processing II for Beginners Room(ages 3-6 years) pest Ghetto. The Oregon Holocaust - Saturday,November 17,10:30 a.m.-Noon • Fun for Ones,Tuesday,November 20, Resource Center will also provide Searching the Web for Beginners 10:30-11 a.m.,Puett Room(ages 12-24 months) informational displays. Registration is not - Tuesday,November 20,7-8:30 p.m. • Book Babies,Tuesday,November 20, required and everyone is welcome. : Email for Beginners 11:30 a.m.-Noon,Puett Room(ages 0-12 months) Valentines Performing Pigs - Tuesday,November 27,7-8:30 p.m. • Super Tuesday-Children's Musician Saturday,November 10,12:30 p.m.&2 p.m. : I Want a Book Like...Using NoveList Mr.Richard,Tuesday,November 20,7-8 p.m., (2 shows),Ages 5 and up,Community Room : to Find Great Reads Community Room Go hog wild - Thursday,November 29,7-8:30 p.m. • Toddler Time,Wednesday,November 21, with Valentines � ` ; Popular Uses of the Web 10:30-11 a.m.and 11:30 a.m.-Noon,Puett Room Performing Pigs 6�v �' A - Friday,November 30,7-8:30 p.m. (ages 24-36 months) 9 as they strut their :..........................................: • Family Story Time,Friday,November23, stuff! These 10:30-11 a.m.,Puett Room(ages 0-6 years) incredible porkers Decorating with Fall Flowers • Movie,Friday,November 23,1:30-3:30 p.m., prance,dance, Thursday,November 8,2-4 p.m. Community Room "ham dunk" Puett Room hoops and amaze the audience with tons Margaret Doherty will show you • Movie,Friday,November 23,6-8 p.m., of precocious piggy antics! how to use artificial Community Room flowers along with • Movie,Saturday,November 24,10:30 a.m.-Noon, Teen Holiday GameFest gourds,pumpkins, Community Room Friday,November 30,6-8 p.m. leaves,pods, Community Room branches and other • Movie,Sunday,November 25,1:30-3:30 p.m., v Bring your friends to the library and materials found in Community Room enjoy Dance Dance Revolution,Super your yard. Bring along your special Join us for story times,music,and movies. Please Smash Brothers,Twister,board games, vase or flowers for ideas on how to call the library at 503-684-6537 or visit the web at Fudge Bingo, snacks,sodas,and lots of use them. Participants have a chance tigard-orgovVibrary for movie titles and additional fun! Grades 6 and up. to win a flower arrangement. information. November2007 www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 Page '- City of Tigard Lend a Hand at the Library New Member Recruitment Helpful and outgoing individuals Committee for Citizen Involvement are encouraged to apply for greeter volunteer positions at the Tigard Library. Entry Point Greeters welcome and provide directions for library patrons,answer telephone calls and The Tigard City Council recently • Reviewing city volunteer recruitment supply volunteer program information authorized the expansion of the efforts and forms. Committee for Citizen Involvement,or The CCI generally meets at 7 p.m. The Tigard Library is also CCI,to include four new at-large members. on the third Wednesday of each month. recruiting volunteer Book Menders to Council also added a new youth slot on the All committee agendas and minutes are provide TLC for the book collection. committee. available online at xww..tigard-orgov/city_ball/ New book mender volunteers will learn The new members will be appointed boards comittees/cci/. how to make small spine repairs and through the city's established application g ty pP Community members who have a apply glue or tape.Volunteer Book and interview process. passion to serve,who have experience Mender opportunities are available weekday mornings. The CCI is the City of Tigard's working in community involvement, officially recognized citizen involvement and who are willing to give of their Help get books and audio-visual group. It is advisory to Council on all time are especially encouraged to apply. materials into the hands of library matters pertaining to citizen involvement Encouraged also are residents who wish to patrons as a New Material Processor and communications. Recent CCI focus develop their skills in public involvement volunteer.These volunteers cover,label, areas have included: and those who reflect the diversity of the stamp and barcode new library items. • Increasing outreach to new and community. Training is available and 2 hour-per- week commitments are requested. under-represented groups in the Are You Interested? community New library volunteer orientations If you have questions or need an are scheduled for Thursday, • Developing comprehensive plan application,contact Duane Roberts at November 8,5:30-6:30 p.m. and public involvement policies 503-718-2444 or duan@tigard-orgov. Tuesday,November 20,4-5 p.m. • Evaluating the structure and content Applications are also available online at For more information about library of the new Neighborhood Program www.tigard-or.gov/volunteeror you may pick volunteer opportunities or to sign up • Sponsoring a community presentation one up in person at Tigard City Hall, 13125 for a new volunteer orientation,contact on"Meth Awareness in our SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard. The application Volunteer Coordinator Trish Stormont Community" deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, at 503-718-2516 or trish@tigard-orgov. November 19,2007. Now Recruiting: Budget Committee Members The City of Tigard is recruiting qualified voters of the City and are not considered for a Budget Committee to fill two vacancies on the Budget employees,officers or agents of the City. position need to fill out a Citizen Committee. The Budget Committee is The members have staggered,three-year Committee Interest application responsible for presenting the annual terms. and return it to City Hall by 5 p.m. budget to the City Council for approval. There are approximately six meetings on Monday,November 19,2007. They perform an extensive review of the throughout the year,with the majority Applications are available online at www.. budget presented to them by the City's of those being in late April/May. The tigard-orgov/volunteer or in the City Hall Budget Officer. Committee meets for three to four lobby, 13125 SW Hall Blvd.in Tigard. The Committee consists of consecutive Monday evenings to review For more information about these members of the City Council,including and hear discussion on the proposed vacancies and the Budget Committee the Mayor and an equal number of budget for the next fiscal year. duties,contact Robert Sesnon at appointed members,who must be Individuals interested in being 503-718-2490 or bobs@tigard-orgov. Page www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Thanksgiving Garbage Collection Schedule RULES of the ROAD "Special Left-Turn Lanes" ..................................................................................................................... PRIDE DISPOSAL CUSTOMERS: It's a familiar temptation for other than making a left turn."It Pride Disposal will not provide garbage anyone who drives on congested can't be used as a travel lane or to pass collection services on Thanksgiving. streets in Tigard or any other large other vehicles. (You may also enter the Customers whose regular pick-up day urban area. special lane from an intersecting street falls on Thanksgiving,or on Friday, Imagine,for example,that you're or driveway,but you must stop there November 23,will have their garbage driving south around 5 p.m. on Hall before you merge with traffic in the collected the day after their normally Boulevard toward Pacific Highway, right lane.)A violation is subject to a scheduled pick-up.For example,the base fine of $250. planning to turn left at the intersection. Friday collection will take place on There's a long line of cars ahead of Some cited drivers have argued Saturday. you and you're still several hundred feet that they reduced congestion by using WASTE MANAGEMENT CUSTOMERS: from the traffic signal. the special left-turn lane as a travel Waste Management does not alter their This portion of Hall has two travel lane.That may be true,but legislators normal collection schedule for the lanes and a familiar"special left-turn made a policy decision to give safety Thanksgiving holiday. Service will be lane,"which Oregon law defines as more weight than expediting the flow provided on the regularly scheduled pick- "a median lane that is marked for left of traffic. Other vehicles entering the up day. turns by drivers proceeding in opposite roadway from the right may not be If you have any questions,please directions."These center lanes have able to see cars traveling in the special contact your hauler,either Pride Disposal solid lines on the outside,dashed lines lane—a frequent cause of collisions. at 503-625-6177 or Waste Management on the inside and,generally,left-turn City planners,in partnership with at 503-249-8078. arrows in the middle. representatives from other agencies The Law Says... and citizens,are working on the Tigard 99 Improvement and Management Plan "Last Blast" Brick Sale Can you lawfully use the"special to improve safety and mitigate the The Tigard Library Foundation left-turn lane"to pass the line of cars negative effects of rising trip demands. has a limited number of bricks for and avoid further delays? The clear answer is:noMeanwhile,drivers should remain sale. This is your last chance to buy . patient and observe Oregon's Rules of one($50) to celebrate your support of Under Section 811.346 (1) of the the Road. our wonderful library. Oregon Revised Statutes,you can be cited for"misuse of a special left-turn BY JUDGE MICHAEL J. O'BRIEN For more information contact TiGARD MUNICIPAL COURT Jackie at 503-620-4829. lane"if you use that lane"for anything Get Involved in Tigard's Future Open Sesame! The Tigard City Council and ■ November 20 @ 7 p.m. Is your sweet tooth acting up? Planning Commission want to hear from Tigard City Council Workshop In need of a caffeine fix? Sesame you regarding the updating of Tigard's Topic: Public Facilities Donuts at the Tigard Public Library Comprehensive Plan.This plan is a ■ November 27 @ 7 p.m. offers an extensive blueprint for the next 20 years. You are Tigard City Council Public Hearing menu,including invited to attend any of the following Topic: Hazards panini, soup,salad meetings to give your input into this Help update our City and an array of j project: Comprehensive Plan goals,policies,and espresso drinks. 4 action measures. Materials are available Sesame Donuts ■ November 5 @ 7 p.m. �• Planning Commission Public Hearing at the Permit Center,online at is open early in Topic: Public Facilities,Economy and nwa,..tigard-orgov/2027 or join the listsery the morning and er Housing for electronic monthly updates. For during library hours. For the menu ■ November 19 @ 7 p.m. more information,please contact Project and hours,log onto www.tigard-orgov/ Planning Commission Workshop Manager Darren Wyss at darren@tigard- library/coffee_bar.arp. Stop by and try Topic: Citizen Involvement orgov or 503-718-2442. out the new bill of fare. Sw-e-a-e-t! November2007 www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 Page & City of Tigard Autumn Brings Changes for Water Customers New Traffic Signal on Durham Road Discolored Water Seasonal Water Sources and If you've driven around Tigard for a The Tigard Water Service Area Fluoride while,and your route has taken you along (TWSA) receives the majority of its water For most of the year,the Tigard Durham Road,you've most likely noticed from the City of Portland's Bull Run Water Service Area's (TWSA) average traffic delays. In fact,traffic has steadily watershed. water demand fluctuates around six increased on that road since the mid 80's. Two large million gallons a day.To meet this This trend is expected to continue due lakes serve ''" demand,the City of Tigard purchases to the direct connection Durham Road as reservoirs water from its permanent wholesale provides between Highway 99W and Hall for this providers:the cities of Portland Boulevard. watershed. and Lake Oswego.During summer Motorists attempting to turn left Discolored months,when water demand is from 108th Avenue onto Durham Road water higher,additional water is purchased often find themselves experiencing long can occur, from seasonal providers.When seasonal delays.The problem worsens as residential especially at this time of year,when water sources are brought online, development increases along 108th Avenue. water levels in these lakes are lower residents in the northwestern section of and streams flowing into them carry the TWSA receive a fluoridated water A traffic analysis conducted in March more sediment and organic material. supply. In October,seasonal water 2005 indicated a control signal would This results in water that is sometimes supplies are discontinued and these improve traffic flow and safety at this described as cloudy,tinted,or discolored. residents no longer receive fluoridated intersection. Because of this study,plans Such discoloration is a normal,seasonal water.This shift in operations typically for a new traffic control signal on Durham variation in an unfiltered water supply goes unnoticed and does not result in any at 108th Avenue have been made and like the Bull Run. These changes in the perceptible changes to the water. installation is expected to be complete by h sical appearance of the water do not P y pp For more information regarding the end of this year. affect safety. Customers can rest assured water quality visit www.tigard-orgov/water that their water supply is tested regularly or contact Water Quality Program McDonald Street Median and continues to meet all state and Coordinator Sally Mills at 503-718-2604 Installed federal drinking water standards. or sally@tigard-orgov. A raised concrete median has been installed on McDonald Street between New Flashing Light System to Be Installed Flighway99W and 105th Avenue. This should help traffic flow more smoothly ly and A flashing,warning-light system is replacing the existing in-pavement crosswalk lights safely at the intersection of Highway W currently located on 121st Avenue at Katherine/Lynn Street.The new system includes and McDonald Street.The raised median a single early warning flashing light(Example A) eliminates left turns into,and out of, situated 300 feet before the crosswalk,as well as a W driveways situated close to the intersection. double flashing light(Example B) at the crosswalk In the past,during peak travel hours, itself on both sides of the street on 121 st Avenue. these turns have created traffic backups Pedestrians on either side of the crosswalk activate on McDonald Street,Gaarde Street,and the lights using a pushbutton and the lights flash for a Highway 99W. predetermined amount of time. AHEAD C�� The new median is painted yellow and The lights are highly visible during the day or includes markers to provide better visibility night. Because they are activated by pedestrians, during wet weather conditions,especially at rather than on a timed schedule,they should provide night.The median should greatly enhance an effective warning to drivers for an appropriate traffic flow and eliminate conflicts between length of time. The existing in-pavement lights will cars turning into and out of driveways and remain in-place,non-functional.Removal of those oncoming traffic. lights may take place at a future time. If you have questions,please contact A similar project will be completed on 121st EXAMPLE A EXAMPLE B Project Engineer Vannie Nguyen at 503- Avenue at Springwood Drive. This project will replace the existing in-pavement lights 718-2460 or vannie@tigard-orgov. and,additionally,install two new single flashing warning lights (Example A). Page www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Naturescaping Classes Healthy Stream Tips for Interested in creating a more environmentally-friendly outdoor space?Then Fall and Winter consider attending a free Naturescaping for Clean Rivers workshop.Registration is Improving water quality is a year- required and can be done by phone at 503-797-1842,or email naturescaping@yahoo.com. round effort. Here are some helpful Classes will be held at the River House at Rood Bridge Park,4000 SE Rood Bridge things you can do to keep our creeks and Road,Hillsboro,Oregon. streams clean during fall and early winter. • Clear debris from nearby storm Naturescaping Basic Workshop Naturescaping Site Planning drains so water is channeled into the • Sat.,November 3: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Sat.,December 1: 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. storm system,preventing flooding • Register by Wed.,October 31 • Register by Wed.,November 28 and erosion. • Prerequisite:Naturescaping Basic Learn how to use native plantings, q P g • Cut overhangingtree limbs to natural landscapes and water-wise Workshop reduce the gardening practices to create an easy-to- Map your property,assess your garden growth of moss maintain outdoor space that requires less style and needs,do some"garden on roof tops. water and fewer chemicals. Class includes dreaming,"and work on a landscape Runoff laden a field trip to see naturescaping in action. design scenario. with commercial moss killing agents eventually ends up in our waterways The Naturescaping for Clean Rivers workshops are sponsored by the Partners for Clean Dater, and is harmful to water quality. the Joint Water Commission, and the City of Tigard. • Compost leaves,place them in your yard debris container,or dispose of them at the city's Free Leaf Disposal Help Keep Storm Free Leaf Disposal & and Food Drive featured on this page. Drains Clear Food Drive • Clean up pet waste on walks and at Leaves,coupled with rainy weather, To help residents dispose of leaves home;more than 15 percent of fecal can spell trouble for city roadways. properly,the City of Tigard is sponsoring bacteria in our streams comes from Although the city removes debris three leaf disposal events from 9 a.m.to dogs. from the street,piles of leaves that 3 p.m.at the Tigard Water Building, • Mark your calendar for the upcoming collect or are deposited on the roadway located at the corner of Hall&Burnham volunteer stream restoration event cannot be picked up by street sweeping Streets,on Saturday,November 3, on January 26,2008 at Englewood equipment. During heavy rains,these November 17,and December 1. Park. Help plant over 2,000 native leaves are carried downstream where In conjunction with the leaf trees and shrubs. they accumulate and clog storm drains. disposal,non-perishable food items will • Sign-up for a free Standing water and occasional flooding be collected for Tigard's St.Vincent de "Naturescapresults,creating a hazard for motorists Paul food distribution facility. lean Rivers" c for and pedestrians alike. Clean Rivers"class Remember: this fall(see panel 40 What canou do to hel above) or watch for Y p• • leaves only—no yard debris • Collect and contain your leaves— • leaves can be loose or bagged in more classes in 2008. don't let them accumulate on city paper or plastic • Replace high maintenance plants streets. • a donation of two non-perishable with native plants which require less • Dispose of leavesproperly—either water,chemicals and fertilizers. For 1' food items will be greatly compost them,place them in your appreciated fists of native plants that work well in yard debris container for pick-up our area visit www deanwaterservices.org/ by your garbage hauler,or bring For more information,contact educationandoutreach/nativeplantfinder. them to one of the city's free leaf Wastewater/Storm Repair Supervisor For more information,contact Rob Block at 503-718-2607 or rob@ disposal events (see next panel). Surface Water Quality/Volunteer tigard-orgov. For information on the day Coordinator Carla Staedter at 503-718- • Report clogged storm drains by of the event,call 503-784-1790. calling 503-639-4171. 2788 or carla@tigard-or.gov. November2007 www.tigard-or.gov•503-639-4171 Pagel City of Tigard PRSRT STD Canines for Clean Water " 13125 SW Hall Blvd. US Postage Tigard,OR 97223 PAID 101 Reasons to Pick Up Pet Waste: Reason #19 503-639-4171 Portland,OR Permit No 2528 VM Cheering for Canines for Clean Water - - POSTAL CUSTOMER If all the dog waste generated in Tigard over a one year period was placed on the high school football field,the pile City Council Meetings in November would be over 47 feet tall. Scoop up pet waste,bag it and place it in the trash! Tuesdays,November 13,20,27 at 6:30 p.m. Tigard Town Hall—13125 SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard Your City Supports the Canines for Clean Water Program. All meetings are open to the public and agendas are YOU SHOULD T00. available online at tv2vm igard-orgov/council or contact Cathy Wheatley at 503-718-2410 or cathy@tigard-orgov. .......................................................................................................................................... Tigard Expands Plastics Recycling Both Pride Disposal and Waste Management are now accepting additional plastic items. Be sure to remove any food, drink, or other residues from containers—all containers must be clean. garbageYour „ All Re�Yclablecontact your hauler, either Pride Disposal BOTTLES/MILK .JUGS at 503-625-6177 or ■ Plastic bottles with a neck smaller Waste Management than the base (no lids) 503-249-8078,or ■ Plastic milk jugs-do not crush the City of Tigard's or flatten (no lids) , ........N �� - /IIN f Solid Waste/Recycling TUBS G OZ. OR LARGERProgram Coordinator s Jennifer Joe at ■ Plastic margarine,butter,cottage 503-718-2599 or cheese,and yogurt-type tubs (no lids) " orgov BUCKETS/POTS ...New..... ■ Rigid plastic buckets,5 gallons or REMEMBER: Flat plastic lids cannot be recycled curbside smaller,with or without a handle (no lid) Many plastics (and other materials) not accepted curbside can be dropped off at ■ Rigid plastic plant pots, local depots and collection facilities. To find a depot near you visit Washington 4 inches or larger County's Cooperative Recycling Program web site at www..regclewise.org or log on to Metro's web site at www..metro-region.org and type"find a recycler"in the search field. ..........................................................................................................................................