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10/01/2014 Cityscape City of Tigard'' official Newsleuer (:ITYS CAPE • 11 Mayor's Corner Downtown Tigard's Revitalization In the U.S. alone,more than 13 million Downtown Tigard's revitalization things that attracted them to the kids are bullied each year. One in three is in full swing!As part of the Main Downtown.Their shops are within children is directly involved in bullying as a Street Green Street project,sidewalk walking distance of restaurants and perpetrator,victim,or both.And many of and streetscape improvements are near the Tigard Transit Center and those who are not directly involved witness well underway and the southern half Fanno Creek Trail.New Main Street others being bullied on a regular basis. of Main Street is rebuilt.New art will businesses include: Sierk Orthodontics; No child is immune—kids of every create gateways at both ends of Main Fish Field;Future State Consulting; race,gender,grade and socio-economic Street. Frame Central;SL Green Design; sector are impacted.But it doesn't have In addition to the public Pacific Community Design Group; to be this way.The city and our police investment,private business is also Jeffrey Allen;and Symposium Coffee. department are working with our school contributing to the revitalization. When the Main Street Green district to change the culture of bullying Over$500,000 in new investments Street project is completed in and create a community known for its were made by business and property November,improvements—like new safety,caring and respect. owners who have converted vacant sidewalks,landscaping and lighting— October is National Bullying space to office space,made storefront will set the stage for a more vibrant, Prevention Month.Mayors in all 50 states and entryway improvements and added thriving,active downtown. Come have committed to drawing attention to outdoor seating. be a part of the revitalization and bullying prevention initiatives. I hope this Within the last year,eight new explore downtown—the heart of our campaign will create a call to action that businesses have moved to Main community.Learn more online at ends bullying and makes our schools a safe Street!The owners cite the pedestrian- www.e4loredowntowntigard.com. friendly features as one of the place for all learners. My next"Fireside Chat with the Mayor"is on Thursday,October 2,from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Symposium Coffee, 12345 SW Main Street. My October quote of the month is by George Washington Carver,"Howfaryougo in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, gmpathetic with the striving and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in lifeyou will have been all of these." John L.Cook,Mayor TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR JOHN COOK,GRETCHEN BUEHNER, MARLAND HENDERSON,JASON SNIDER, MARC WOODARD City of Tigard Is Public Service For You? The city is seeking volunteers to serve on five different boards. Here's your opportunity... Tell Us About Yourself... There is one voting position and one If You Like...exploring ways to To be considered for any of these alternate position available.Applications improve Downtown Tigard as a place to must be received by 6 p.m.,Wednesday, live,work,and recreate;or have an interest appointments,you'll need to fill out a Citizen October 22. Contact Debbie Smith-Wagar or expertise in urban planning or design, Committee Interest application.Find one in the at 503-718-2493 or debbies@tigard-orgov for affordable housing creation,or real estate City Hall lobby at 13125 SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard more information. development,you'll be a welcome addition or on the city's website at www.tigard-or.gov/ to the CCAC. volunteer.Some positions require members to •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••...................••.. Interested?Three voting positions be a resident or business owner within the city Tigard Transportation will be filled.Applications must limits.In other cases,certain professions must Advisory Committee (TTAC) be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, Mission:The TTAC advises the November 17. Questions?Contact be represented,or are excluded either by state City Council and staff on transportation Redevelopment Project Manager enabling act or local ordinance. matters within the city.TTAC also has a Sean Farrelly at 503-718-2420 or subcommittee that considers issues for lean@tigard-orgov. ............................................... pedestrians and cyclists. Budget Committee Time Commitment:Expect to meet ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mission:The Budget Committee is one evening a month for approximately two Planning Commission responsible for deliberating on the city's hours,with opportunities to participate in Mission:The Planning Commission Proposed Budget and sending an Approved additional transportation-specific activities. advises the City Council on general land Budget to the City Council for adoption. Appointees serve three-year terms. use and transportation planning issues,and They meet quarterly to receive financial acts as a hearings body for certain land use updates from the city ff. If You Like...long-range planning, g Y p ty stashort term prioritization and evaluation, applications. Commissioners contribute to Time Commitment: Expect to transportation alternatives and their effects the city's Comprehensive Plan. meet six times throughout the year with upon growth;this is for you! Time Commitment:Expect to the majority of those being in April/May. meet a to two evenings per month for Interested. Vacancies will be filled 1' g Appointees serve a three-year term. approximately two hours. Commissioners for general membership (residents) as 1'p Y Do You Like... finding solutions to well as business/employer representatives. serve a four-year term. financial challenges? Applications must be received by 5 p.m. If You Like...guiding land use Interested?One vacant voting on Monday,November 3. Questions? and development at the municipal level, position and one alternate position will Contact Mike McCarthy at 503-718-2462 or applying and interpreting Municipal be filled.Must be a Tigard resident. MikeM@tigard-or.gov. Code to real proposals,or if you have Applications must be received by 6 p.m. a background or interest in planning, on Wednesday, October 22. For more . engineering,or law—this might be the information,contact Toby LaFrance at 503- City Center Advisory commission for you! 718-2406 or toby@tigard-orgov. Commission (CCAC) Interested?Three voting positions Mission:The CCAC acts as and one alternate position will be filled. the advisory body to the City Center Must be a Tigard resident.Applications Audit Committee Development Agency on urban renewal must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, Mission:This committee is projects in downtown Tigard. November 10.For more information, responsible for managing the audit Time Commitment:Approximately contact Tom McGuire at 503-718-2490 or contract with the city's outside audit firm two hours each month,with an hour per tomm@tigard-orgov. and overseeing the city's internal control month to review material. In addition,this management. group usually attends 3-4 meetings per year _ Time Commitment:Meets 2-3 times with the City Center Development Agency per year for 1-2 hours per meeting.Must Board(City Council).Voting positions I� be a Tigard resident.Appointees serve two- serve a three-year term. year terms. v Paget www.tigard-orgov•503-718-2412 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Al ILAIMBImpipm cmimo Ontualp CaMWA Smoky Stream We Come join the fun at the annual registration&Judging cotI'mtr urlitL Cel lratic)r Halloween Canine Costume Contest Contestant registration begins at Sponsored by Tualatin Riverkeepers rF K) hosted by the Tigard Dog Park 10:30 a.m.,and judging will begin at 11 Committee. a.m.All participants will be eligible for Join TRK at this free,family-friendly The event will be held on Saturday, great raffle prizes! event where you will learn about restoration and improvement projects October 25,at Potso The City of Tigard is at Dirksen Nature Park.Activities Dog Park.The park is proud to have three off leash include a scavenger hunt,arts and located off SW Hunziker _y dog parks and was the first crafts'raffle and door prizes. Street at SW Wall Street city in Washington County ..................................................... in Tigard. to create these parks.Dog Start planning your park users are responsible for TO, U's: canine companion's keeping the parks safe and Friday,October 3,5-7:30 p.m. costume today. Human clean so they can continue to escorts are welcome to flG be enjoyed by all park visitors. Dirksen Nature Park 0 dress up too!A celebrity 'YC For more information 11130 SW Tigard St. panel of judges will be on dog parks in Tigard,visit For more information visit on hand to award prizes the city's website at www TualatinRiverkeepers.org,or contact for the best costumes. wwwtigard-orgovlparks. Isabel LaCourse at 503-218-2580 or isabel@tualalintiverkeepers.org. Halloween Costumes play It Safe on Halloween for Kids Halloween may be a fun event for TVQ Do you like to sew Halloween kids,but for parents,trick-or-treat time can costumes?If you're be a bit scary. Concerns about children's (� like most home safety-are valid worries for many parents. sewing aficionados, , We suggest following a few safety tips that Q Q O you have a ����� will help make Halloween a pleasant and substantial backlog happy event. Downtown Tigard merchants of fabric just ' are inviting local children to come on waiting to become Instruct children to carefully cross all down to Main Street on Halloween for a child's dream streets.And drivers,be extra vigilant a"spook-tacular"trick or treat event. throughout the course of the day. costume! On Friday,October 31 from 4 to This year, Certain costumes may impede a child's 6 p.m.,participating merchants will consider donating ability to see or walk safely. Consider be giving out treats in a friendly,safe your costuming the use of makeup instead of masks. environment.Just look for the orange skills to the Younger children should be pumpkin sign in the window. Community Partners supervised by a responsible adult at For more information,visit for Affordable Housing. Costumes all times. wwweVloredowntowntigard.com. fitting youth aged kindergarten through Encourage older children to"trick- 6`''grade,in a variety of sizes and or-treat"with a group of friends and kid-appropriate styles are wanted,with never alone. 0 superhero and princess costumes being Adults should also take caution with the most in demand. candlelit jack-o-lanterns or other fire Completed costumes should hazards around the home.Do not be dropped off by Wednesday, leave a candle unattended. > x October 22 for distribution to children. More safety tips can be obtained by + ~ / For more information,contact Elena visiting the National Crime Prevention Knepprath at eknepprath@cpahinc.org. Council website at wwwnonorg. A October2014 www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2412 Page 4 City of Tigard Investing in River Terrace This article is the second in a series about how funding of infrastructure and services works in Tigard. In 2012,Tigard annexed 500 acres property taxes,utility bills,and business our approach is the increase in our bond into the city known as River Terrace. licenses.Revenues that are shared with rating to AA+by Standard and Poor's Planning for services,housing,parks, the city from the county and the state on this last year.The city will continue this trails and a small commercial center is a per population basis will also grow as approach as our community addresses the underway.By the year 2035 it is projected River Terrace grows. revenues generated in River Terrace and that approximately 2,580 housing units At this time,we know some,but the citywide services to which they will will be built. not all,of the costs associated with the contribute. New River Terrace residents will services and facilities that will be needed require city-level services for police, in River Terrace and of the revenues that parks,library,utilities,planning,and the will be generated there to pay for them. Next Up' host of services that Tigard's citizens How they will be the same,or different, Funding New Infrastructure and businesses enjoy.Hand in hand with from the current developed portions of the services that our new community Tigard is unknown at this time but will Learn about the projects that members will expect,they will be become clearer as River Terrace develops. will make River Terrace an contributingto the revenues that support exciting place to live. pp The city has a history of a prudent these services. For example,new residents and principled financial approach to and businesses in River Terrace will pay providing services. One validation of Intersection Construction Continues Fresh Fall Oregon Drive Construction at the intersection of 72nd Avenue and Produce at the Less Challenge Dartmouth Street continues through late November 2014. For Market! The Oregon Drive more information,contact Project Manager Steve Schalk at The Tigard Area Less Challenge runs 971-317-1079 or steves@tigard-orgov or visit Farmers Market(TAFM) October 6 through nww..tigard-orgov/construction. is coming to a close for October 19.Last year the the season on Sunday, challenge exceeded its goal 72nd Ave. October 26. of reducing half a million WILL BE CLOSED Until then the market vehicle miles traveled.This between year they're reaching for Dartmouth and Elmhurst is open every Sunday one million miles! Sept.25—Oct.16,2014 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the corner of Hall Blvd. and Register for this 99W 1? Burnham Street. challenge and eliminate As we move out of any trip normally taken Regi strawberry and blueberry alone by car.You can walk, 3l�rd season,we will start to bike,skate,take the bus or k see fresh and delicious train,carpool,vanpool or VAYO + i squash,cucumbers, telework.Log those trips uno� T peppers,broccoli and so at www..drivelessconnect.com for much more! your chance to win! w ' CLOSED Mark Your Calendar: Local access to all homes and uocalK':M) I 2nd Annual Harvest Market 01pgoiI businesses will be maintained) 217 ' »Saturday,November 15 Drive Less »9 a.m.—3 p.m. ■ »Tigard High School Challenge NORTH See you at your market! fk6t- W&&3: iQWR .0 Road Closed m Detour Routes Page www.tigard-orgov•503-718-2412 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Proposed Vision Spurs New Sidewalk along 13St"Avenue Safe Routes to School Tigard's City Council is excited Now Connected Advances Our Vision to hear what you think of a proposed The next thing you know,the crew The city and Tigard Tualatin vision for Tigard to become"The most was installing a missing section of School District are partnering to start walkable community in the Pacific sidewalk on SW 135`'Avenue.They dug a Safe Routes to School Program Northwest where people of all ages and out,formed,and prepped the area for which supports multiple goals of both abilities enjoy healthy and interconnected cement,and the sidewalk was poured on organizations. lives." July 16.That short section of sidewalk The program,which has been As a means of exploring this vision, on 135`'was the only missing section around since 1997,hasn't been pursued the city is gathering information on ways between Walnut Street and Lauren Lane in Tigard,but aligns perfectly with it could turn the proposed vision into and made pedestrian travel safer and the city's strategic vision of becoming reality.With input from the community, easier. the most walkable community in the a group of city staffers developed a To share your thoughts on the Pacific Northwest. Est of projects that would help further proposed vision statement or suggest The program is centered around the vision—including a list of quicker a project that can make Tigard a more elementary and middle schools, and cheaper projects.The city's streets walkable city,call 503-718-2402 or visit encouraging students and families supervisor,Vance Walker,was a part www.tigard-or.gov/StrategicPlan. to walk and bike to school,and of that group and noticed a project the constructing the sidewalks and other streets crew could do immediately. public improvements that help facilitate walking. The programs'benefits include healthier lifestyles for children,related educational benefits,reduced traffic q congestion,and a safer and better connected community for everyone. ._ Kids and Families Benefit 4 The city recently kicked-off this effort by completing the Oak Way path connection: a bike and pedestrian -$ path linking the area between Metzger Elementary School and the Learning Tree Child Care Center.The new path will allow school children and their families to safely and conveniently walk through Tigard's Metzger neighborhood.The Oak Way project { supports also the city's strategic vision. The city's Community Development department is working :. with Metzger,Templeton,Alberta Rider and Twality schools in Tigard to identify opportunities for partnerships. For more information,visit www..oregonsaferoutes.org or contact Community Development Director Kenny Asher at KennyA@tigard-orgov to AFTERget the program started at your school! October2014 www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2412 Page City of Tigard Caring Closet Can Drive Police Academy Recap Wednesday, October 22 Earlier this summer,22 Tigard area to all their questions from the experts— residents graduated from the Tigard Tigard Police officers.The intent was Schools and businesses throughout Citizens Police Academy,marking not to train citizens in police work; the Tigard-Tualatin School District will the 22"d session since the rather to inform and educate. hold a one-day redeemable can and bottle program's inception in When citizens understand drive on Wednesday, October 22.The 1994.To date,nearly the limitations of police; drive,led by The Caring Closet in Tigard, 500 graduates have everyone can work better is a collective effort to raise much-needed eagerly participated in together towards possible funds for clothing,shoes and other the popular program, solutions to concerns or necessities for school-age families in the emerging with a better problems in the community. Tigard-Tualatin School District.All goods understanding of police lop and services are provided free-of-charge. You may want to erations. consider applying for next p Participation is easy.Save bottles o and cans and bring them to a participating The nine-week academy year's program.Information will be which began in April provided the available in January 2015.Be sure to visit school or business. attendees intimate knowledge regarding wwn,..tigard-orgov/police to learn more about Grocery Outlet on 99W in King how the department operates.The this opportunity. City is the primary partner in the drive. students were treated to first-hand In addition to processing the tens of information,demonstrations and answers thousands of recyclables collected,they will accept community donations in their parking lot throughout the day on Wednesday,October 22 from 9 a.m.to RULES OF THE ROAD: Share the Road 4 p.m. By Judge Michael O'Brien In early October,a list of other Bicycling offers a healthy and Rules of the Road as drivers.They must participating schools and businesses, highly efficient way to get around in come to a full stop at red lights and along with drop-off times,will be posted both urban and rural areas.The use of stop signs,signal their turns,and yield at zvavavfacebook.com/ttrdcaringcloset. bicycles benefits everyone by reducing to pedestrians just like any driver.Most vehicle traffic on highways,lowering the collisions occur at intersections,and it The Caring Closet served more than demand for parking lots,and providing sometimes makes sense for bicyclists to 1,500 students in the 2013-14 school year. clean and quiet transportation that yield to larger vehicles even when they Families are referred through their local doesn't damage streets. have the legal right of way. school and are seen by appointment. Nationwide about 786,000 cyclists The most common errors by Donations of hygiene items and commute to their jobs every day,a bicyclists include: failure to yield gently used clothing and bedding are large increase over a decade ago.With before entering a roadway,turning welcome at the Caring Closet in the growing numbers of bicyclists on without signaling,riding against the Tigard High parking lot Wednesdays and city streets,the risk of collisions with flow of traffic,failure to wear helmets, Thursdays between 10 a.m.and 4 p.m. vehicles and pedestrians has risen. and riding while impaired. Failure to when school is in session. National data for 2012 reveals that observe hazards such as ruts,ice and bicyclists constituted about 2%of all objects on the roadway also contributes traffic fatalities and injuries.Nearly four to bicycle crashes. Fortunately studies in ten bicycle fatalities involved alcohol show that relatively few bicyclists use consumption by either a vehicle's driver cellphones while riding. or the bicyclist.About one quarter of Drivers need to adapt to the bicyclists involved in fatal collisions presence of bicycles by being more had blood-alcohol levels in excess of observant(especially when approaching the 0.08%legal limit.Nearly half the turns),by slowing down,and by collisions involving bicycles took place allowing a safe cushion between between 4 p.m. and midnight and the their cars and bicyclists.In a collision --- vast majority of injured victims were between a one-ton vehicle and a males. bicycle,the rider loses nearly every Bicyclists are subject to the same time. Page www.tigard-orgov•503-718-2412 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Library is Closed Shelf LmIfe on Chursdays 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. Indalo Wind Musical Duo Star Wars Reads Day Wednesday,October 117-8:30 p.m. Saturday,October 1112-4 p.m. I All ages Two years ago in a library not far,far away This Tigard father-son duo specializes in eclectic instrumental music featuring we celebrated Star Wars Reads Day for the ukulele,mandolin,guitar and Native American flute.Eric and Jacob Walter perform a fresh acoustic blend of folk,blues,classical and jazz,seasoned with a dash of poetry first time.You can join the party once again and international flavors. with games,crafts,trivia,prize drawings and The Clone Wars on the big screen. Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library We encourage costumes and photo-ops with members of Cloud City Garrison(a 2jazzguitars legion of dedicated fans with film-authentic Songs From Around the World Saving This Old House: costumes). Wednesday,October 817-8:30 p.m. The Historic Shaver-Bilyeu House 2jazzguitars will perform new arrangements Tuesday,October 21 Tualatin Valley Community Band of songs from around the world. 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday,October 2613-4 p.m.I All ages Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library Dan Quello shares The Tualatin Valley Community Band will his story about share songs of the season,some spooky renovating an and some sweet. Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets historic Tigard Presents: Migration house. Tuesday,October 7 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friends of the Tigard Library First grade and up Book Sale This spectacular puppet show tells the Friday, October 17, 9 a.m.-5p.m. story of Beatriz,a girl from Mexico,whose PlayFoam Sculpture journey follows the migration of the Sunday,October 5 1:30-2:30 p.m. All ages Saturday, October 18, 9 a.m.-5'p.m. monarch butterfly. Puett Room Sunday, October 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Become a sculptor! Start with satisfyingly A feast for the eyes,ears and mind DIY Spa Products squishy PlayFoam,add chenille sticks, arrives in mid-October.The Friends of Saturday,October 25 2-4 p.m. googly eyes,feathers and much more.Take the Tigard Library will offer hundreds Adults and Teens your creation home to display or re-design! I of books,DVDs,CDs and more at their autumn book sale. Come early for Make your own bath salts,scrubs and eye the best selection.Save big on Sunday mask to pamper you or give as gifts. Dogs&Tales where you can fill a grocery bag with SAT Workshop Wednesdays,October 1,8,15,22&29 items for only$2. Monday,October 6 5-7 p.m. 6-7:30 p.m. I Puett Room Teens in grades 10 and up Beginning readers through grade 5 Teachers from the Huntington Learning Could your child use a helping paw with I Center will share tips and tricks and answer reading?Reading aloud to a dog creates a your questions at this beginning test prep relaxed,non-judgmental environment to BIMK workshop.Registration required. Stop by help children develop their reading skills the Children's Reference Desk or call 503- and build confidence.Registration required. 718-2656. Please call the Children's Desk at 503-718- 2656 to register. WL- - E September2014 www.tigard-or.gov/library•503-684-6537 Page City of Tigard Exercise Your Right to Vote _ 13125 SW Hall Blvd. Nominations for the Tigard mayoral position • Tigard,OR 97223 closed on July 28,and John Cook will be on the 503-639-4171 November 4 ballot.Nominations for councilor positions closed on August 18,and four candidates will be on the ballot for two positions.The two receiving the most votes will be elected.Running for council are Tom Anderson,John Goodhouse,Carl Switzer,and Marc Woodard. Those elected to the mayor and councilor positions will serve four-year terms,from January 1, 2015 through December 31,2018. Contact City Recorder Carol Krager for more information on the City Council Meeting Schedule candidates or the elections process by calling 503-718- City Council Meetings: 2419 or carolk@tigard-orgov. Tuesdays,October 14,21 @ 6:30 p.m. Ballots will be mailed out on October 15.Not registered to vote?Submit a registration form to City Council/City Center Development Agency Meeting: Washington County Elections Office by October 14. Tuesday,October 28 @ 6:30 p.m. To obtain a form,contact Washington County Elections at 503-846-5800 or,if you have a driver's Meetings are held at City Hall(13125 SW Hall Blvd.) and are open to the license,you can register online at avzvzvoregonvotesgov. public.Council agendas are available online at www..tigard-or.gov/council or contact Carol Krager at 503-718-2419 or carolk@tigard-orgov. • • Leaf Disposal&Food Drive Help Keep Storm Drains Clear Area residents are encouraged to drop off leaves and Leaves,coupled with rainy donate non-perishable food items at the 12th annual free Leaf weather,can spell trouble for city Disposal and Food Drive.The event will be held at Cook Park, roadways.Leaves that collect or at the end of 92nd Avenue just off of Durham Road near are deposited on the roadway Tigard High School. cannot be picked up by street Residents can drop off leaves and food items between sweeping equipment.During. 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.on any of the following days: heavy rains these leaves are ak carried downstream where they Saturday,November 15 Saturday,November 22 accumulate and clog storm drains. Don't blow leaves onto city streets. Saturday,December 6 Saturday,December 13 Standing water and occasionally flooding result creating a hazard for motorists and pedestrians. Leaves can be loose or bagged.While we accept plastic bags,paper bags are preferred. What can you do to help? A donation of two non-perishable food items is Collect and contain your leaves—don't let them accumulate recommended.Donations will be forwarded to needy area on city streets. residents through Tigard's St.Vincent de Paul food distribution Dispose of leaves properly—either compost them,place facility. them in your yard debris container for pick-up by your For more information,contact Wastewater Operations garbage hauler,or bring them to one of the city's free leaf Supervisor Theresa Reynolds at 503-718-2704 or theresa@tigard- disposal events listed to the left. orgov. Report clogged storm drains by calling 503-718-2591.