Cityscape 2010-12 City of Tigard's Official Newsletter
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Mayor's Corner Concerned About Congestion?We Are Too.
First,thank you to everyone who voted in When it comes to transportation,many Tigard residents think about
the November 2 election. Exercising your right to traffic congestion—especially on Pacific Highway.While there is no easy
vote is one of the most important responsibilities solution to the problem,the city addresses the efficiency and management
given to American Citizens,and our form of of its transportation system
government only works in proportion to the and identifies improvements
percentage of citizens who exercise that right. through a long-range planning
Secondly,thank you for electing me to a process known as the Tigard
second term as your Mayor.I recognize the Transportation System Plan,or
responsibility you've given me to represent your the TSP.
best interests.
An Investment Guide
Third,thank you for approving for the park Council recently adopted
bond measure.That$17 million will buy up to Photo Credit:Thomas Ngo/TriMet
100 acres of additional parkland,open space,and an updated TSP that links
expected growth (in the next
riparian corridor that will serve as an amenity that 25 years)with transportation needs.This is important to the community
improves quality life and defines the City of because it sets the policy framework for the city's transportation system.
Tigard in the future.
. It also includes a list of strategies and projects that will guide future in-
Your City Council has been given a great vestments.The strategies range from access management—to connectiv-
opportunity to create a lasting legacy for the com- ity improvements—to"smarter"traffic signals. There are more than 140
munity.Much of the land we will buy would al- identified transportation projects ranging from sidewalk infill to freeway
most certainly have been lost to development had over-passes.Identification of these transportation projects is important
the bond measure failed.While hardly a mandate, because,in order to qualify for federal transportation funds,they must be
passage of the bond measure in these difficult identified in the TSPP,
times shows the level of importance you give the
protection of open space,and the level of confi- Spending Wisely View the Big Picture
dence you place in us to deliver on that priority. Transportation funds To view a copy of the updated
To me,the close victory says,"OK,here's the are limited and highly TSP,visit www...tigard-orgov/tran.rportation.
money,but not without some misgivings.We'll be competitive for large If you have any questions,please
watching you.Don't let us down." We won't. expensive projects so a contact Judith Gray at 503-718-2557 or
Thank you to everyone who worked so hard major theme of this TSP Judith@tigard orgov.
in support of the measure's success—especially update is the need to make
the Tualatin Riverkeepers,the Trust for Public the most out of the existing
transportation system.We believe this can be accomplished through
Lands,and the Oregon League of Conservation
effective management and strategic investments such as improved
Voters.Now let's get busy—we have some work
to do! street connections,new trails, sidewalks,bicycle facilities,intersection
06e, improvements,and transit service.All of these improvements are aimed
at providing safe and efficient transportation options for the community.
Craig E.Dirksen,Mayor
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN, GRETCHEN BUEHNER, MARLAND HENDERSON, SYDNEY WEBB, NICK WILSON
City of Tigard
Your City Council Debuts Building Permit Activity on the Rise
January 11 Building permit activity in both Washington Square Regional Center
commercial and residential sectors and the Tigard Triangle have been the
Newly-elected officials will be
sworn into office at the ceremonial City during the first quarter of fiscal year location for several of these projects.
Council meeting on January 11,2011 at 2010-11 was much higher than it was Pacific Hwy/99W has seen some new
7:30 p.m. at City Hall.Tigard voters during the same commercial
period last year. and restaurant
returned Mayor Craig Dirksen and
Councilor Gretchen Buehner to office Between July and projects proposed
for another term and will welcome September 2010,the by national
newcomer Marc Woodard.These Building Division chains.
officials will serve 4-year terms ending realized 42 percent Last year,
December 31,2014. of its total projected _ ` the Building
fiscal year revenue! Division was
Plan to attend! The agenda
includes administering the Oath of
While reduced by more
Office to the Mayor and two new commercial and than 60 percent.
Councilors,election of a Council office remodeling Remaining staff
President for the next two years and and new reduced their
the Mayor's State of the City address. construction has hours as well
contributed significantly to the increase, because of the recession. However,
You're invited to the post-meeting
reception to greet your new City there has been noticeable growth in increased revenue has allowed
Council. single-family dwelling permits with 38 some staff to return to full time to
permits issued during the first quarter accommodate an increased need for
compared to 21 for the same period last building permits. Whether or not this
TVF&R's Command Center year. level of service continues is dependent
Relocates to Tigard An increase in building permit upon future revenues.
On October 25,TVF&R's new activity is an indicator of economic If you have questions,please
Command and Business Operations Center recovery. New commercial development contact Building Official Mark
opened for business at 11945 SW 70th. and remodeling has occurred mainly in VanDomelon at 503-718-2448 or
The new central location will allow mid-size and larger companies. markv@tigard-or.gov.
the District to better serve its community,
nine partner cities,and other government
agencies.In addition,the new site provides Library Levy:
direct access to the regional transportation Voters Renew Library Funding
system and space to support both current
and future command and business On November 2,voters gave People sought us out to bone-up on
operations. libraries throughout the county a computer skills,apply for jobs online
"thumbs-up"by renewing and entertain their family with programs
Super New,Super Nice...ln One Place! the library levy. Thanks that are easy on the wallet.
TVF&R's command and core business to your generosity,we'll
functions are based in the new building be able to continue Thank You Tigard!
as well as the District's Central Integrated providing you with Stop by and let us say
Operations team.This team manages the great service exciting "thank you"in person. In
emergency operations (fire,EMS,etc.), keeping with the spirit of
community services,education,preventiprograms and more on than 200,000 books, the season,we have many
and preparedness programs for an area movies and music to community events planned.
served by six of TVF&R's 21 fire stations. enjoy at the Tigard Whether it's a sing-along,a
The relocation of TVF&R's Command Library.
film fest or decorating a tree
and Business Operations Center was one The library has with mittens and more to help
of many projects identified in TVF&R's seen patron usage soar as homeless families,we hope you'll
2006 bond measure.To learn more about the economy plummeted. join us during the holidays.
TVF&R,visit svww..tvfr.com.
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Severe Weather May Holiday Tree Recycling
Impact Garbage Service Holiday trees and greenery can be yard debris pick up.Your tree will be
Severe weather can cause recycled through your garbage hauler. collected at no additional cost.
interruptions in your garbage service. Please follow these guidelines: ■ An extra charge of up to$6 will be
Generally,if local school bus routes are ■ Remove the tree stand and all added to your bill if your tree is put
cancelled or delayed,garbage routes will decorative material(tinsel,lights, out in addition to your yard debris
also be affected. ornaments,etc.) cart.
■ Ificku ' r from the tree.
p p isn't Questions? Contact your hauler: ■ Holiday greenery can be recycled in
possible on Flocked the yard debris cart once all metal and
your normal Pride Disposal Company: trees can be decorative material has been removed.
service day, 503-625-6177 or wwwpridedisposal.com recycled.
Weather-related service interruptions: ■ If a local organization,other than your
garbage ■ Trees over 5 hauler,is collecting your tree, schedule
haulers will i)ww.pndedisposal.com/services/badmeatberpbp feet in length pick up on a day other than your
try again the Waste Management: must be cut yard debris collection day to avoid
following 800-808-5901 or www..wmnorthwest.com in half confusion.
day—weather Weather-related service interruptions: ■ Place the
permitting. avww.wmnorthaa�est.com/weatherboard tree at the ■ People living in multi-family residences
■ If your curb in lieu should contact the property manager
service is to arrange for service.Large properties
of your yard can request a drop box from their
delayed two days in a row,garbage debris cart on the same day as regular
haulers will pick-up on your next garbage hauler.
regularly scheduled service day.
Customers may put out twice the Keep Recycling Dry
amount of garbage and recycling at Paper and cardboard materials that are exposed to moisture,like snow or
no additional charge.Extra garbage rain,cannot be recycled.To protect these recyclables from the elements,place
should be contained in plastic bags them in your recycling cart and make sure the lid is securely closed.
and placed next to your garbage roll
cart.
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Getting Around Town During the Holidays Be Seen and Be Safe
As the holidays approach,our lives At the same time,work on Burnham Increase your visibility: To make
are filled with places to go and tasks to Street will be limited to the installation of yourself more visible,wear light-
; finish.No one likes to be stuck in traffic, street lights and landscaping.This work colored clothing or reflective strips,and
especially during this hectic time of the should have little effect on downtown carry a flashlight,cell phone or safety
strobe.TriMet recommends bicyclists
year. travel.
to always use a front white light and a
There's good news for Tigard And,as an added bonus,"flashing rear red light when riding at night,at
motorists.The city's two biggest road yellow arrow"left turn signals have been dusk and at dawn.
construction projects are nearing installed at 24 intersections throughout
completion.These projects involve the city.Where left-turn drivers were Riding the bus at night? Did you
intersection improvements at Pacific once stuck at a red light,the revamped know... If you are traveling alone
Highway and Hall Boulevard and at signals display a flashing-yellow arrow. between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m.,you can ask
Pacific Highway and Greenburg Road/ Drivers are permitted to turn left when your bus operator to stop anywhere
Main Street.Newly constructed turn there are gaps in opposing traffic and no along the route—not just at designated
lanes from intersecting streets onto pedestrians in the crosswalk. stops. Just let the operator know where
Pacific Y are o Highway en to motorists. you want to stop a block or two in
g P In the past year,great strides
This means traffic will flow more have been made to improve traffic advance.He or she will pull over at a
smoothly through these notorious Tigard flow throughout the city.Dodging safe place to let you off. This service
bottlenecks—just in time for your holiday construction projects won't be something is available anywhere outside Portland
errands! you'll have to check off your holiday list. City Center and the Lloyd District.For
details,ask your bus operator.
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City of Tigard
RULES of the ROAD:
SLOW DRIVING AND ROAD RAGE
Hand UpThat Coll!
Like most traffic courts,a large response to the slow It's been nearly one year since Oregon's "hands-
portion (26 percent in 2009) of driver-from blowing free" cell phone law went into effect. Many drivers are
our caseload consists of speeding their horns repeatedly
tickets. Occasionally,though,drivers to taking serious finding that"hands-free" devices, such as wireless Bluetooth
are cited into court for its mirror risks,like tailgating headsets, are less expensive than a ticket with a $145
opposite: going too slowly,known or passing in a no- base fine. However, studies show that even a"hands-
under Oregon's Rules of the Road as passing zone. Each free" cell phone conversation is much more
"Impeding traffic" (base fine$145). of these violations can distracting for drivers than talking to a
This law prohibits driving in a manner expose impatient drivers to passenger.
that"impedes or blocks the reasonable a citation with a$295 base fine.
and normal movement of traffic,"with Confrontations,otherwise known
a few exceptions like slowing to make as road rage,can rapidly escalate into
a turn. collisions or even criminal charges. A separate provision of Oregon
In many cases,slow or"impeding" The Oregon Driver Manual law requires trucks,trailers and
drivers are searching for an address recommends that slow drivers keep campers to drive in the right lane on
or business and simply fail to pay to the right and be aware of traffic highways with four or more lanes.
attention to their rearview mirrors. behind them. If traffic is backing up, There are a few exceptions for passing
Often a long line of cars gathers the manual advises drivers to"pull off and other maneuvers. Since these
behind the pokey vehicle until the the road in the first area safe to turn vehicles tend to be slower than others,
driver finally pulls over or an officer is out and let the traffic behind them violators are subject to higher base
able to make a traffic stop. pass." When road,weather and traffic fines ($295 and up).
Delayed drivers tend to become conditions permit,drivers can reduce
frustrated quickly. Some resort to the risk of conflicts (and a ticket)by
provocative or dangerous behavior in staying at,or not far below,the posted T JUDGE MICHAEL J. BRiEN
IGARD MUNICIPAL COURT
speed limit.
Shopping Online Snow?Tigard Police Ask You to Be Prepared!
for the Holiday? Tigard Police advise drivers to If your vehicle is obstructing traffic in
The Tigard Police Department carry chains and be prepared for winter any way,it could be towed.A citation
is seeing an increase in the number emergencies like unexpected snowfall. and a tow fee usually accompany police
of reported fraud cases associated If your vehicle gets stuck,try to move tows,increasing the inconvenience to
with online services such as Craigslist it completely off the roadway,use the motorists.
and EBay.Law enforcement agencies emergency flashers and call for a tow. For more winter safety tips,log
urge consumers to use caution when Vehicles left on the shoulder may create onto www..tigard-orgov/police.
communicating,making purchases or a hazard for other drivers.
selling goods online. Do not abandon your car in the
When making purchases utilizing traffic right-of-way! Police have an
a social networking website,all online obligation to protect life and property ,
transactions should be conducted with by keeping the roads clear(including
prudence and sensibility.By exercising road shoulders) so that other traffic
some caution,you can safely and can keep moving. Any vehicle left in ,A
securely follow through with your the right-of-way could create a hazard. t ''
intended purchase!
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It's So Cute! Free Pocket Calendar
Available
It measures two inches by three inches,but it packs a wallop when it
They're here!A year of photos
comes to information! It's
the new Neighborhood taken by residents—for residents.
g 1 NEWS v o u c n N u s E } `- We've assembled a fantastic slice of
Network magnet.We've
produced one for each • • • • • life in Tigard.The 2011 Neighborhood
neighborhood that • • Network pocket calendar is free and
provides you with the available for pickup at City Hall,the
web address of your Permit Center,the Police Department
local area page.Log on or the Tigard Library. Can't get to us?
to learn what's going on • •• • . . • • •• •. . Contact Joanne atjoanne@tigard-or.gov or
in your area,share news 503-718-2476 to get one mailed to you.
with neighbors or access Enjoy winning images taken by:
mapping technology like Tigard Maps or CrimeSpotter. Carol Krager,Carol Stone,Christine
It's your little roadmap to local information! Pick up a magnet at Darnell,Connie Deaver,Connie Sloan,
City Hall or contact Joanne atjoanne@figard-or.gov or 503-718-2476. Debbie Bowman,Donna Witten,
Need help identifying your neighborhood area? Log onto Doug Vorwaller,Eileen Kerry Kovac,
Eric Carlson,Greg Patton,Jed Bedell,
Tigard Maps (wwx..tigardmaps.com) and enter your address to access en Hansen,
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Jesse Charlton,Kathleen information about your address or contact Joanne atjoanne@tigard-or.gov Kathy Stark,Ken thlKirse,Krystal
or 503-718-2476 for assistance!
Vester,Marissa Daniels,Mia Bartlett,
Nancy Barnhart,Naomi Tsunoda,
Phil Pasteris,Rebecca Stevens,and the
Villenave Family. We hope you enjoy
Winter Concert `Tis the Season) their work as much as we do!
The Tualatin valley Community Annual Tree Lighting Victorian Christmas
Band(TVCB) under the direction
Friday,December 3,2010 12-4 p.m.,Saturday,December 4
of Steve Heuser,will present a at 6:45 p.m.
Winter Concert at the Deb Fennell 'Ik John Tigard House Museum
Auditorium,9000 SW Durham Road, Santa arrives at 7 p.m.to light (103rd and Canterbury Lane)
on Sunda December 5 at 3 m. the tree!
y� p• Please bring your family,friends
This free concert promises to delight Liberty Park(corner of 99W and neighbors to the Tigard Historical
the audience with a cheerful holiday and Main Street). Association's annual
musical performance for all ages to Greet Santa and Mrs. Claus Christmas event.
enjoy. and enjoy free cookies and Santa Claus (aka
TVCB is a volunteer organization cocoa. Ralph Allen)will
consisting of 65 musicians ranging personally take the
Questions. Want to
in age from teens to eighties.For a volunteer? Contact Jane childrens'Christmas
listing of other upcoming holiday Davies at 503-816-7084. gift requests and
performances,visit the TVCB website reward you with a
at www.tvcb.org. candy cane.
Storybook dolls,
antique board games,
W� .Fand card games will be showcased.
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& City of Tigard
Severe Winter Weather Survival
Household Weatherizing Winter storms can strike quickly and without warning. Would you know what to do
Tips for Winter if you were stranded in a severe winter storm?
-.. If stranded in a vehicle: include a scarf,gloves or
# Stay put,don't leave the * mittens,and a hat. Cover all
r +� exposed body parts.
safety of your vehicle. * `
° # Make sure the -� # Covet your mouth with a scarf
' or other garment to protect
vehicles exhaust
pipe is not blocked, your lungs.
and then run the motor # Stay dry. Find or build a
Inside Your Home about 10 minutes every shelter for protection from
• Insulate or apply heat tape to hour for heat.To avoid carbon the elements.
pipes that run along exterior monoxide poisoning,open a # Build a fire for warmth and to
walls or are in unheated parts of window slightly for ventilation. attract attention.Place rocks around
your home,like the crawl space, # Be visible to rescuers.Tie a colored the fire to absorb and retain heat.
basement,or garage. cloth to your antenna or door and turn # Drink fluids to avoid dehydration.If
• Take special precautions in older on the dome light while running the necessary,melt snow for drinking water.
homes. On very cold days,allow engine.
# Exercise to maintain body heat,but
water to drip from faucets that # Keep an emergency supply kit in your avoid over-exertion.
are supplied by exposed pipe vehicle.
and open kitchen and bathroom # If you're in a remote area,stomp large
cabinet doors to allow warm air If stranded outdoors: block letters in an open area spelling
to circulate around plumbing. # Dress appropriately anytime you're
out"HELP"or"SOS." Line the
heading outside.Wear several layers letters with rocks or tree limbs to make
• Make sure all doors and windows the message stand out and attract the
are in good repair and closed of loose fitting,lightweight,warm g
g P clothing. Outer garments should be attention of rescuers who may be
tightly. the b lane.
water repellent.Your outerwear should surveying e area y p
• Shut off inside valves supplying
outdoor faucets.
• Close off vents to crawl spaces City Prepares for Winter Weather
and basements during prolonged Street Sanding Priorities Identified
spells of extremely cold weather. For city crews,winter weather often driving techniques.Then we're ready!
Outside Your Home means spending long hours in sanding Since Pacific Highway and Hall
• Drain and disconnect hoses.
trucks creeping along treacherous Boulevard are state roads they are
roadways.You might be surprised to maintained by the Oregon Department
• Turn off and drain water from learn that a lot of preparation and of Transportation. Other streets
your irrigation system. planning goes into this effort. are maintained by the city.During a
• Inspect your outdoor water Every fall city crews gear up for icy, winter storm,roadway maintenance is
meter to be sure the lid is intact snowy weather.To kick-off this effort, prioritized. In general,streets at higher
and secure. the city's streets supervisor attends elevations or with steep grades are
• If pipes become frozen,use a an annual"Sanding Summit"where sanded first,followed by major city
blow dryer to thaw them.Hold various agencies meet to review the thoroughfares.To view a detailed map
the dryer about six inches away previous year's activities,confirm routes, of street sanding priorities,visit
from the pipe and move it back share plans and update information. wwiv.tigard orgov/sanding.
and forth along the frozen area. With a game plan in place,the next step For more information or to report
is to order hundreds of yards of sand road hazards
For more information,contact � ,contact Streets Supervisor
Backflow/Cross Connection Specialist inspect equipment,load sanders onto Vance Walker at 503-718-2606 or
Hung Nguyen at 503-718-2603 or trucks,equip city vehicles with chains, vane@tigard--orgov.
hung@tigard-orgov. and review safety procedures and winter
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Otaku Teens
Thursday,December 2,5-8 p.m.
Shelf T'sr Lmife Community Room,Teens in Grades 6-12
In Yu Yu Hakusho,Yusuke throws
News from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd. himself in front of a car to save a
child's life and is given one chance to
Merry Music-Making return to his own life. He must raise a
Friday,December 10,7-8 p.m.,Community Room "spirit egg,"but if he's not careful,he
Celebrate the season with a variety of music from around the world performed could create a monster.Join us,Otaku
by Tigard community members,Oregon Music Academy students,faculty and Teens everywhere,and create your
friends. Sing along to old favorites as we musically celebrate this special time of year. own spirit egg!
Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library. Sign up ahead of time and get
your free copy of Yu Yu Hakusho by
Yoshihiro Togashi.Take part in the
'Tis the Season for Feel-Good Casual PC Gaming book discussion and watch anime
Films (and Crafts,too!) Tuesday,December 7,5-7 p.m. based on the manga!
Monday—Friday,December 20-24 Technology Room
2-4 p.m.,Community Room Gainers and non-
Slow down,relax and join us for gamers alike are invited Super Tuesday!
holiday movies and refreshments. If to solve puzzles,dodge Richard Ritchey,the Reptile Man
you are scrambling for that last-minute traps and explore Tuesday,December 14,7-8 p.m.
holiday trim,you can come decorate worlds. Our selection All Ages,Community Room
a gift bag,personalize a of games includes classics like Beneath a One of our most popular programs!
card,create a one- Steel Sky and newer titles like Spelunky.All i Bring the whole family for a fabulously
of-a-kind gift tag, games are easy to learn. entertaining and
make a bow,or educational factAA/V
-
craft an ornament 14th Annual Mitten Tree Kick-off finding journey
while watching _ Saturday,December 4,1:30-2:30 p.m. into the mysterious world of reptiles.
some of your favorite Puett Room,All Ages
seasonal movies. For movie listings, Bring the whole family and weave a •"'
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visit www.tigard-or.gov/libraiy and click winter wonderland wall decoration for
on Adult Events. your home.Warm, All Ages Animanga
yummy refreshments Thursday,December 30,4-6 p.m.
provided! All patrons Community Room
Flickr Photo Sharing Made Easy
Tuesday,December 28,7-8:30 p.m. are invited to decorate Bring your whole family to watch an
Technology Room the Mitten Tree �r/ anime film,sample some tasty Japanese
throughout December treats and enjoy making crafts and playing
Is your digital camera's memory full with donations of traditional Japanese New Year's games.
of holiday and family pictures? Bring new scarves,hats and gloves.Items will
your memory cards,digital cameras and be donated to the Good Neighbor Center
connector cords or other digital devices to help homeless families in Washington Sunday Movie Matinee
with photos stored in them and we will County. Sunday,December 12,1:30-3 p.m.
show you how to upload,organize and Community Room
share your images to Flickr. Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library All Ages
The clever, �i
Novel Needles light-fingered %f— +♦
Saturday,December 18,10:30—Noon,Houghton Room Mr.Fox draws
the wrath of his
Have you been tempted by the knitting and crochet patterns poultry farmer
in books and magazines? On the third Saturday of each month, U neighbors,Boggis,Bunce and Bean.
yarn crafters are welcome to bring in their projects and stitch with Inspired by the classic book by Roald
a friendly,relaxed group.All skill levels welcome. Dahl (rated PG).
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SandbagStation Open for Business ° Tigard,
SW Hall Blvd. US Postage
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Winter weather is usually accompanied by rain and 503-639-4171
Portland,OR
sometimes flooding. Sandbags are often used as the first Permit No 2528
line of defense to protect property from water damage.
As a service to its citizens and business owners,
the city offers a free
sandbagging station in
the parking lot of the O POSTAL CUSTOMER
Tigard Public Works
Building,8777 SW
Burnham Street. The 1
self-service station is
stocked with sand and
sandbags and can be Regular Council Meetings: Tuesday,December 14,21,28
accessed at any time. 1 ♦ @ 6:30 p.m.,Tigard Town Hall(13125 SW Hall Blvd.)
I
Shovels are not
provided,so please bring Council Goal Setting: Thursday,December 30 @ noon,
your own. TVF&R Station#51 Community Room (12617 SW Walnut
For more information,visit www..tigard-orgov/sandbag or St.,Tigard)
contact Rob Block at 503-718-2607 or rob@tigard-orgov. All meetings are open to the public. Council agendas are
available online at wivw..tigard-orgov/council or contact
Cathy Wheatley at 503-718-2410 or catby@tigard-orgov.
Branching Out Holiday Closures
Last Chance for Leaf
A Message from Your Tree Board 0 City offices will be closed
Trees are valuable Friday,December 24 and Disposal/Food Drive
investments that add value Friday,December 31. The city will hold its last two
to your property. A recent 110 Q The Tigard Public Library Leaf Disposal and Food Drive events
study in Portland found will be closed on Saturday, on Saturday,December 4 and 11 from
that on average one mature 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.
g December 25 and Saturday,
street tree adds$8,870 to January 1. These events will take place at a
a house's sale price—the new location—Cook Park,located at
equivalent of adding 129 Holiday Garbage the end of 92nd Avenue off Durham
finished square feet—and Collection Road,near the Tigard High School.
decreased a house's time on the market This year,Christmas Leaves can be loose or bagged.If
by 1.7 days. and New Year's Day fall on bagged,paper is preferred because it's
When investing in the maintenance a Saturday.Since this is not a biodegradable.In conjunction with
of your trees,the Tree Board regular collection day,garbage the leaf disposal,non-perishable food
recommends using an ISA-certified service will not be affected by items will be collected for Tigard's
arborist for professional results.Local these holidays. St.Vincent de Paul food distribution
referrals for certified arborists are at facility.
zvuzupnavisa.org or 503-874-8263. For more information,contact
For more information about Wastewater/Storm Repair Supervisor
Tigard's urban forestry program,contact Rob Block at 503-718-2607 or rob@
City Arborist Todd Prager at 503-718- tigard-orgov. For information on the
2700 or Todd@tigard-or.gov. day of the event,call 503-784-1790.