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2013-09 Cityscape City of Tigard's Official Newsleaff CITYSCAPE Mayor's Corner Triangle Planning Begins Another summer has ended—can you believe a Redevelopment planning of the Tigard Triangle begins this month. it's already back-to-school time?Please remember The Triangle is a 450-acre district bound by I-5,Hwy.217 and Pacific to drive safely as our children are on or around the Hwy./99W. schoolyards. The Triangle has long been considered an area that could help In July,I was able to join more than 70 mayors absorb future growth by providing multi-family housing,employment from around the state for the Oregon Mayors ; and nearby shopping. Over time,redevelopment in the area has been Association conference in Corvallis. For three ; limited to mainly big box retail and office buildings,creating a lack of days we discussed issues and shared ideas about • identity. Housing choices,dining transportation,water and sewer infrastructure, and businesses to serve those ® parks,community gardens and urban renewal.It who work or attend school in the area 00 was a great place to meet so many others working are limited.Travel within the area is towards bettering their communities. difficult without an automobile 99W ® Our city celebrates another birthday this because of barriers created month.Tigard was incorporated on September 11, by the adjacent highways • 1961 and has existed as a community since 1852, including a lack of sidewalks, • when Wilson Tigard and his family arrived from trails and bike lanes. Arkansas. Originally the area was called East Butte, a The city is beginning then Tigardville,and finally shortened to Tigard. a strategic planning effort 217 ® Please join me in wishing Tigard a happy 52"d ; that will: birthday;and may the community enjoy many more 0 Discover which types years as `A Place to Call Home." of housing and service businesses are needed to Stop By and Say Hello support those who live and My next"Fireside Chat with the Mayor" • work in the area is on September 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.at • Symposium Coffee (12345 SW Main St.)in • Make the area more attractive • downtown Tigard.I hope you will join me;these to businesses, residents and employees • gatherings are a great opportunity to meet and talk • Understand and break down barriers or For a more detailed map,visit about city issues.If you haven't attended a fireside constraints to development www.tigard-or.gov/triangle. chat,please consider stopping by to say hello! • Improve walking and biking opportunities My September quote of the month is by Vince Lombardi,"Leaders are made, they are not born. They are What's Next? made by hard effort, which is the price which all of us must We will seek public input through a citizen advisory committee, pay to achieve any goal that is worthwhile." ; public meetings and the city's website.For a project schedule and updates,visit the Tigard Triangle Strategic Plan website at wwwtigard-orgov/triangle or contact Associate Planner Cheryl Caines at John L.Cook,Mayor 503-718-2437 or cherylc@tigard-orgov. TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR JOHN COOK,GRETCHEN BUEHNER, MARLAND HENDERSON,JASON SNIDER, MARC WOODARD ACity of Tigard Economic Development Blue Ribbon Task Force Report — Next Public Dollar Moves Forward The city has taken another step This is the final article toward revitalizing its downtown and regarding key financial issues and surrounding areas.Please welcome recommendations made to Council last LDecember by the citizen-led Mayor's Lloyd Purdy,Tigard's new Economic Blue Ribbon Task Force. Blue Ribbon Development Manager.The position c leads work on citywide economic The fundamental questions Task Force development programs and projects. facing the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Task Lloyd comes to Tigard with a wealth Force: `7f Tigard were to acquire a new of knowledge and experience. public dollar, what would it fund?Where revenue to maintain services but be would it come from?"Task force members specific about what the funding source is He and his wife, Georgians concluded that the city should engage the and how the money will be used. Purdy,moved to Portland five years ago from Upstate New York where community in answering those questions. The task force report was bullish on he earned Master degrees in Public The city has reduced staff,kept Tigard—both the community and city Administration and Landscape the city's tax base low(compared to government.They unanimously agreed Architecture.Lloyd began his career in surrounding cities) and improved roads that Tigard citizens have confidence in economic development, serving as the without additional revenue,but that can't the city's leadership to adequately address downtown manager for Cortland,New continue.It is important to communicate financial issues based on the city's past York. to citizens what the city does well and and current fiscal challenges.They also convey the financial realities city services stated their confidence in Tigard's ability Meet Lloyd! face on an ongoing basis.It's also critical to engage citizens to determine priorities On Wednesday,September 25 at to engage the business and development and to identify the most appropriate 4:30 p.m. at Symposium Coffee(12345 community in a dialogue about what they arena for the expenditure of future Main St.,Tigard) Lloyd will share his need to be successful. public dollars. experience in downtown revitalization The structure of local government with the community. Everyone is revenue does not allow revenue to Read More welcome to attend. grow at the same rate as service costs. The full report is on the city's The city should survey citizens on their website at www.tigard-orgov/MBRTF or Invasive Species Threat: service priorities and then apprise the contact Liz Newton at 503-718-2412 or Knotweed community of the need to increase li�@tigard-orgov. The Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District(www.swcd.ne6 is asking residents to keep an eye out for an City of Tigard invasive species called Knotweed.This invader grows along stream banks and in Fanno GTrail wetlands,crowding out plants that serve as food sources for wildlife. Knotweed stalks Main Street to Grant Avenue resemble slender bamboo with sharply- ..... ....... ......`...................................................................... tipped oval leaves which spread vigorously. Construction is underway on a section viaduct.The existing path through the Skip any attempt to remove it and instead, of the Fanno Creek Trail from Main St.to viaduct will be widened and paved. report Knotweed to the Oregon Invasive Grant Ave.Work started in August and is Decorative LED lights will be added to the Species Hotline at 503-648-3174,x121 or expected to be completed by November. undercrossing to create a safer pedestrian email the district at tualatinswcd@gmail.com. This trail is a key part of the larger Fanno experience.The lights can also be adjusted Small and large acreage landowners Creek Regional Trail System which runs for seasonal color displays. can learn more about managing their from Portland to Tualatin. When complete,Tigard residents will property on Saturday,September 28 at the The project includes installation of be able to bike or walk the Fanno Creek Rural Living Field Day event hosted by an 8-to 10-foot wide concrete trail,with Trail to downtown Tigard and other the SWCD on Sauvie's Island. For more significant improvements to the section exciting destinations.Details available at information,email Jennifer at tualatinswcd@ that currently passes under the Hwy. 99W wwwtigard-orgov/trail. gmail.com. Paget www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 CITYSCAPE City of Tigard Library io Closed on Churodaye Shelf Arar L, l News from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd. All programs will be held in the George and Yvonne Burgess Community Room unless otherwise noted. Rock the Night With Elvis Preventing Diabetes: Teen Library Council Friday,September 20 7-8:30 p.m. It's Not Just Sugar Ice Cream Social We're"All Shook Up"that Elvis Monday,September 23 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday,September 10 6-7:30 p.m. is coming to our sock hop!Join This program is appropriate for adults Puett Room I Teens in grades 6 and up us for a fun night of classic who may be at risk for type 2 diabetes and Taste some exotic ice P oldies and dance.Popular Portland DJ also for those who have been diagnosed. cream flavors while , Scott Tom will host the evening. Costumes, Certified diabetes educator and author mingling with friends including blue suede shoes,are optional. of Diabetes Is Not a Piece of Cake,Janet new and old.Learn "Don't Be Cruel,"be there. Meirelles will share what works and what what Teen Library 91 Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library doesn't in preventing type 2 diabetes. Council is all about Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library or just hang out and enjoy the fascinating The Forgotten Eagles: flavor of the library. Hispanic Heroes of World War II Legends of Mexico/ Tuesday,September 10 7-8:30 p.m. Leyendas de Mexico Terrarium Workshop Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Tuesday,September 316:30 p.m.I Ages 5 and up Saturday,September 1411-3 p.m. Month with author Sig Unander for a Latin American folk music group Grupo Learn how to construct your own terrarium documentary film about the legendary Condor presents a bilingual performance in this two-hour workshop.Fun to create Mexican fighter pilots of Squadron 201. of ancient Mexican legends from the and easy to care for,a terrarium is a great Aztecs,Mayans,Toltecs and Huncholes, way to bring the outdoors into your home Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library through masks,movement,dance and this winter!Supplies provided. ancestral songs and music. Registration for the workshop opens International Dot Day Monday,August 26,and is limited to 25 Sunday,September 15 people.Please call 503-718-2517 to register. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Genealogy Workshops Puett Room I All ages Wednesday,September 11 Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library Come"make your 4:30-6 p.m.and 6:30-8 p.m. mark"like Vashti Technology Room(2nd Floor) Construct-a-Town in the picture Trained volunteers from the Tualatin Saturday,September 28 1:30-2:30 p.m. book The Dot by Family History Center will assist Puett Room I All Ages Peter Reynolds by All you in learning how to explore your creating a dot(there " family's roots using Ancestry and Calling all aspiring reallyis more to it than HeritageQuest genealogy databases. architects and urban planners! ■ it sounds),writing your name Registration for the workshops opens Plan amini-city, in Morse Code and more. Wednesday,August 28,and is limited to build a cardboard 16 people for each session.Please call skyscraper and drive matchbox cars streets you n yourself! 503-718-2517 to register for one of the through ou desi Estate Planning to Protect Children g g Wednesday,September 2517-8:30 p.m. 90-minute sessions. Estate planning expert Michelle-Shari Kruss will advise about creating wills and LEGO'Construction Zone trusts that safeguard families with children Sunday,September 22 1:30-3 p.m.I Puett Room I Ages 5 and up whether they are minors or adults. Drop in to work on your creations with other LEGO'fans.We'll supply the building Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library blocks;you bring your creativity. September 2013 wwwtigard-or.gov/library•503-684-6537 Page City of Tigard RULES of the ROAD: DUII DIVERSION AGREEMENTS Your Assignment... While the benefits of diversion can be substantial, so can the burdens. Watch for Children and Slow Down For Safety! Since I started practicing law over be substantial,so can the burdens.These "Back to school time"is an thirty years ago,Oregon's statutes on include: adjustment for everyone.Not only driving under the influence of intoxicants ■ Drug or alcohol assessment and do students need to readjust to a (DUII) have gotten much more strict. treatment different and likely more structured Back then,for example,a blood-alcohol schedule but motorists need to pay content(BAC) at or above 0.10 percent ■ Installing an ignition interlock device special attention met the legal standard for driving under to prevent use of a vehicle after to increased the influence.Today a BAC level of 0.08 consuming alcohol pedestrian, or higher is enough,with zero tolerance ■ Payment of fees totaling$536 and bicycle and for drivers under 21.Drivers who"pass" treatment costs vehicular the BAC test may still be convicted of ■ Reimbursing the court for the traffic. DUII if they fail standard field-sobriety expense of a court-appointed It seems tests at the time of the traffic stop. attorney,if appropriate everything Despite Oregon's stricter standards around us gets ■ A one-year license suspension for busier in September. and more aggressive enforcement,the those who refuse to take the BAC p state estimates that 40 percent of traffic test,or 90 days for those who take the deaths are the direct result of DUII. test and fail it Watch for Signs Remember to watch carefully Even a first DUII conviction can If all conditions of diversion have for signs identifying school speed result in severe sanctions,including been completed within a year,the court two days in'ail or community service zones.In Oregon,certain school Y 1 tY will dismiss the DUII charge.However, zone speed limits are enforced when a minimum fine of$1,000,a one-year the diversion agreement will be noted on school is in session;however,within license suspension and many other the DMV record.Those who fail to fully Tigard several of the school speed requirements. satisfy all conditions of their diversion zones are identified when a flashing Drivers charged with a first DUII agreement face all the sanctions imposed yellow light is activated.In essence, offense,with clean records for the for a first DUII conviction. it is vital to pay close attention so previous fifteen years,may apply for Given the potential consequences, you know when school speed limits a one-year diversion agreement that anyone charged with DUII would be wise are in effect. allows them to keep a conviction from to consult an attorney. appearing on their driving record. Be Prepared for School Buses While the benefits of diversion can BY JUDGE MICHAEL J. O'BRIEN Pay particular attention to TIGARD MUNICIPAL COURT school buses when they are loading or unloading children. Oregon law Getting Around Downtown requires motorists to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights Tigard is fortunate to have a thanks to a grant from Metro's Regional on most roadways.Tigard Police compact downtown with access to shops, Transportation Options program. have built a partnership with local restaurants,civic and commercial services In 2011,city staff asked residents to school bus transportation companies and beautiful green spaces. describe ways they experience downtown that allow school bus drivers to The completion of the on foot.This month,a follow-up report violations to the Tigard Burnham St.project survey will be posted on the city's Police. and the distribution website to get your feedback on of the Downtown walking downtown. Learn more... Walking Map make You can learn more about walkingdPlease visit aanvzv.tzgard-orgov/ owntown a survey and take a few minutes to school bus and school speed zone pleasure.This summer, laws by visiting the State of Oregon the citycompleted the complete the short survey.For more com p website at www..oregon.gov. installation of the new wayfinding signage information,contact Judith Gray at 503- 718-2557 orjudith@figard-or.gov. Remember,you may be tested! system throughout Fanno Creek Trail Page www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Down on the Tigard Trails: Ready, Set, Count! Farm Volunteer for Tigard Trail Counts Celebrate Each September,volunteers throughout Tigard's farming the region gather along trails to count the �. heritage at the number of people biking and walking on the - Q') regions system of trails,parks and natural Apple Harvest Festival on areas.The count is part of the National Saturday, Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation September 28,from Project's ongoing effort to gather accurate 1-4 p.m.at the John Tigard trail use data to help decide where and when House at 103rd&Canterbury to build new trails and respond to the needs Lane.This event is sponsored of trail users. the region's support for trails.As in the past, by the Tigard Historical The trail counts project happens Tigard hopes to have enough volunteers to Association (THA). September 10-15,and couldn't be count at several city trail locations. Farming tools will be accomplished without the help of local Can You Help? displayed from the Scheckla partners and volunteers.The data gathered is If you're interested in helping with trail family,whose farm was used to support funding requests,planning counts,please contact Mike McCarthy at located on the present day and development and to better understand mikem@tigard-orgov or 503-718-2462. site of Tigard High School. An enormous pot in which Rosa Tigard used to process Help Wanted! Bike Commute her pigs will be on display. Challenge Did you know that the Tigard Did you know that each of the city's 13 area used to grow a lot of Neighborhood Network areas has its own blog? This month the Bicycle hops?John Tigard had a hop Incredible volunteers just like you are sharing the Transportation Alliance field next to his home on news you might not know about in the place you invites you to participate in Pacific Hwy.in the early part call home. the Bike Commute Challenge. of the 20th century. This friendly competition The THAs antique apple Area 6—Downtown Tigard between workplaces in the cider press will be available Wanted: Enthusiastic Volunteer for Neighborhood Page! tri-county area sees who can The city's looking for an Area 6 resident or get the greatest percentage for children to experience what it was like to make business owner to serve as the neighborhood web of employees to log the most cider on the farm.Amelia administrator.This neighborhood includes the miles on their bike. Endorf will be on hand to city's downtown and encompasses the area from Choose a team captain to evaluate your antique quilts. McDonald St. to 99W to Hall Blvd. register your workplace and Davidson's Restaurant will If you're interested in sharing news with your have employees join online. provide delicious apple neighbors and being"in the know"about exciting Start riding and log your trips cobbler and we'll top it with plans for downtown,consider serving as your at wwm..bikecommutecballenge. ice cream for a donation of neighborhood web administrator! We can show you com.There is a weekly prize 50 cents.Live music will be how easy it is to post the latest news and photos drawing for everyone logging provided by FadedBlue,a from around the heart of the city.If you want to see at least one trip that week. band which includes Scheckla what's involved in the job,give Joanne a call at Riders who bike at least descendant,Amy Scheckla- 503-718-2476 or.joanne@tigard-orgov. seven trips qualify for great Cox. bike shop discounts. So come on down to the farm for A hearty"Thank You"to downtown's recently retired blog administrator Learn more todayat and former First Lady of Tigard,Jackie Dirksen.Thank you for some fun andgood timer! continuing your family's service to our city! bikecommutechallenge.com. September2013 www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 Page City of Tigard PRSRT STD Sign Up Now! " 13125 SW Hall Blvd. US Postage Free Community Emergency Response Team Tigard,OR 97223 PAID (CERT)Training Offered 503-718-2476 —__ — Portland,OR Join the team of I Permit No 2528 neighbors,community l leaders and business owners who are ready to serve their community in the event of an emergency. CERT training: POSTAL CUSTOMER ✓ Teaches basic emergency response skills like first aid,search and rescue and fire safety and suppression. ✓ Cultivates partnersh ps between emergency service providers and thepeople they serve. City Center Development Agency/Council Meeting: re r emergenDo- Tues.,September 3 @ 6:30 p.m. ✓ Expands our community cy sponse capability through Citi.Zen involvement. City Council Business Meetings: The next seven-week CERT training session kicks ► Tues.,September 10,24 1 Study Session begins @ 6:30 p.m. off on Tuesday,September 3,2013. Classes are held on Business Meeting begins @ 7:30 p.m. Tuesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m.and are followed by a City Council Workshop Meeting: Meet Your City simulation exercise on Saturday,October 19 from 8 a.m. ► Tues.,September 17 @ 6:30 p.m. Council to noon. Class size is limited and registration is required. Mon.,September 30 You'll find more information,a detailed class schedule Meetings are held at CiHall(13125 SW at the Tigard Chamber Hall Blvd.)and are open to the public. and how to enroll in the training at www.tigard-orgov/cert or (92343 Main St.) contact Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Lueck Council agendas are available online at at 503-718-2593 or mikel@tigard-orgov. zvzvzv.tigard-orgov/council or contact Cathy Wheatley at 503-718-2410 or cathy@tigard-orgov. Reminder: Tigard Library and City Hall offices will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2. Blood Donors Needed City Council Goal Setting Please Help Thursday,September 12 from 12-5 p.m. at the Fanno Creek House WHEN: Monday,Sept. 16,from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. (13335 SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard). Meeting is open to the public. WHERE: Library's Burgess Community Room (13500 SW Hall Blvd.) Citywide Capital Improvement Projects How: Check to see if you meet donor What Would You Add? eligibility requirements and learn about the The city is looking for your"wish list"of projects as we develop the donation process at www.redcrossblood.org. 2015-2019 Capital Improvement project list.You have until September 30 Q If eligible to donate,make an appointment to suggest a project for possible inclusion in the future project list. online at www.fi ,gard-or.gov/B/oodD,-ive. When all the suggestions are in,including those from citizens and Q Bring your current medication projects already in the current plan,city staff will evaluate and prioritize the Est and donor card,driver's GIVE ,�j projects with the help of the City Council,members of the Transportation license or other form BLOOD�J Advisory Committee and the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Once of identification to the LIFE prioritized,the list goes to the city manager as part of the fiscal year appointment. 2014-2015 proposed budget. Learn more about donating at Past suggestions from Tigard residents have contributed to new and www.redcrossblood.org or call the Red Cross at existing infrastructure improvements that are either underway or scheduled 503-284-1234 or contact City of Tigard organizer for construction.Take a look at the current Capital Improvement Plan at Sara Doughty at 503-718-2675 or sarad@tigard-orgov. www.tigard-or.gov/ap or contact Larissa Collins at 503-718-2643 or carissa@ tigard-orgov.