Cityscape 1993-04/05 ■ea
Vol.XI No. 3 The Official Newsletter of Tigard April/May 1993
The Mayor's Corner Balancing Budgets
The members of the Tigard City Tigard-Tualatin school officials are While major cuts are being made in
Council are very interested in hearing cutting school budgets, eliminating all non-personnel budgets, more
from Tigard's citizens. During April, programs and laying off staff mem- than 170 of the districts 968 FTE
randomly selected voters will have an bers to cope with a projected $6.7 (full time equivalent) employees
opportunity to participate in million revenue shortfall next year. may lose their jobs as well.
"TIGARD TALKS." This two part The budget shortfall included a The employee cuts are necessary
program involves a written survey projected $2.7 million loss of State because more than 80% of the
mailed to almost 2500 registered funds and a $4 million reduction in District's budget goes for personnel.
voters and a series of Town Halls. the district's $5.5 million ending To minimize personnel cuts, school
Thanks to the library volunteers who fund balance. The situation is and program budgets are being
helped with the mailing. If you do made more challenging by a reduced by between 20% and 60%.
receive a survey in the mail, please projected 600 to 900 student enroll- A 70%cut is proposed for athletics.
fill it out and return it! I also en- ment increase.
courage you to return the postcard so The difficult process of making cuts
that you will be invited to one of the If the funding situation remains the was guided by a Value Statement
Town Halls where the results will be same, the District could be facing developed last fall by the District's
presented. more students,fewer teachers and a School Funding Task Force. For a
There are a number of other ways to smaller operating budget in 1993- copy of the priorities expressed in
communicate your ideas and concerns 94. However, additional State the Value Statement, contact the
to the Council. There is a Visitor's money would help minimize some of Tigard-Tualatin School District at
Agenda at the beginning of every the staff cuts. 620-1620.
Council Business meeting where par-
ticipants have two minutes to speak Tigard Talks!
on any topic not on the agenda. Let- g
ters can be mailed to Council mem-
bers at City Hall (correct address on On April 2, 1993 nearly 2,500 surveys were mailed to randomly selected
this page). City staff will also take voters that live in the City of Tigard.
phone messages at 639-4171. If you received one,PLEASE FILL IT OUT AND RETURN IT.
We are elected to serve the com- The City is VERY interested in your opinions! The results will be
munity and can be most effective presented in a series of meetings in May and will be summarized in a future
when we are in touch with the edition of Cityscape.
citizens.
�J�Jerry1n/e re #1 ! Return Snder Edwards,Mayor
The Tigard High School Boys Bas- Reminder: Allman dent to the
ketball Team owns the title"High Caty of T'gard should be ad
Tum the Page... School Varsity State Basketball dressed 1312;# SW Hall
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Volunteers Tr ur f r All
Champions!" The team beat Boulevard,7t'igard,IJI. 97223
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Seasons Hillsboro on March 13 at the After July 1, 1993, the: Post t7£
Memorial Coliseum. fice will no longer forward any
• Water Update mall addressed-to our old Post
Congratulations Tigard High
• Summer Program Sign-Up Boys Basketball.
VOLUNTEERSO- TREASURESfOTALL SEASONS
In recognition of National Volunteer Week,April 18-April 24, the City of Tigard wants to recognize all of the citizens who
donate countless hours each and every day of the year to serve on Boards and Committees,as Police Reserves, and in the
Library. From the City Council and staff a sincere THANK YOU to one and all!
City Council Budget Paul Etchemendy Rumiana Backardjieva Jane Flaxman
Jerry Edwards,Mayor Committee Brian Moore Jean Backstrom Julie Forker
Judy Fessler City Council Members Tony Orlandini Virginia Barber Janet Fujitani
Wendi Conover Floyd Bergmann Ron Pulliam Jean Bauman Karla Gray
Hawley George Burgess John Savory Donna Bensey Susan Grossen**
Paul Hunt Judy Christensen Cheryl Berry Mary Guertin
Valerie Johnson Deborah Hinton Library Board Carol J.Blackwell Les Hagen
Joe Kasten Phil Westover Yvonne Burgess Jane Blondell Bill Haglund
Jack Schwab Jeri Cundiff Rusty Blythe Marjory Haglund
John Schwartz Community Amo DeBernardis Doneta Bradford Marilyn Sue Hartzell**
Policing Susan Grossen Gerald Brickey Trudi Heuser
Blue Ribbon Advisory Marilyn Hartzell Kelsie Britton Ruth Hillis
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Committee
Task Force Carl Kostol
Pat Biggs
Rhonda Bennett Diane Bueren Beth Hoffmann***
Art Grecko Vince Mattarrese Yvonne Burgess** Judy Horowitz
Rob Blakely
Audrey Castile Carl Johnson Lavona Carlson Barbara Hosford
Friends of the
Herman Porter - Carol J.Carpenter Denise Howarth
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Steve Clark Library
Christie Smith Susan Cassidy Douglas Hoy
John Cook George Burgess
Colleen Willis Becky Chinn Myrna Hullet
Jerry Danna Yvonne Burgess Maria Coe*/*** Chris oosten
Amo DeBernardis Amo DeBernardis Pat Coffeen J
Cliff Epler
Ed Duffield Pete Frye Jean Conser Sheilah Kasten
Beverly Froude Craig Hopkins Susan Mueller Harry Cusack Catherine King
Todd Mains Susan Hill Kasson Verna Randall Geneva Dahl Allison]Nicole Klune
Robert Santee Pete Lorain Amo DeBernardis** Carl Kostol**
Jack Schwab Ken Rosenfeld Library Richard E.Deuel Anna Krupa
Sharon Takahashi
Robert Garner Volunteers Marie L.Donaldson Glenna Larsen
Mick Aitken Elaine Ellersick Richard Lascurain
Phil Westover
Economic Alexander Kristi Erickson* Ray Layer
Chuck Woodard Development Backardjieva
P J Dorothy Fagenstrom Ray Lischner
Cal Woolery Amo DeBernardis Lina Backardjieva
1 Elliott Flaxman
"Looking for Volunteers" Get a Job!
Any early birds out there who would Adopt-A-Shelf Volunteers are also HELP WANTED USA—The Sunday
like to come to the Library at 8:30 or needed. You will be responsible for Want-Ads from the papers of 64
9:00 a.m. to check in video tapes? neatness of a section of stacks as- major United States cities are on
The task would take an hour or an signed to you. This takes about 30 microfiche at the Library. These are
hour and a half. minutes to one hour every week or guaranteed to arrive by the Satur-
Additional shelvers are needed for two at your convenience. day following publication and usual-
two hour shifts that can be scheduled For further information and to volun- ly arrive by Thursday or Friday.
on a day and time to fit your needs. teer call: Jean Lindsay 684-5886. Listings include all categories of
ads.
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An outdoor morning for Cook Park Summerlake Park Fanno Creek Park
preschoolers along with their
favorite adult June 28-July 1 July 12-15 August 9-12
AGES:3 years to pre-Kindergarten July 12-15 July 19-22 August 16-19
TIME: Fridays 10:00 am—Noon July 26-29
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COST:$5/child/dayAGES: Kids who have completed K thru 5Give your child a pleasant precamp- TIME: 9:00 am to Noon Monday-Thursday
ing experience. Outdoors in one ofCOST: $25/child/week and$22 for siblings
our beautiful parks children get to
share a time of songs, stories,
games, nature and crafts. We will be exploring our parks,finding little worlds within our own environ-
ment and in imagination and science,reach out into space!
Cook Park July 2,July 16
In our relaxed,outdoor surroundings,we will spend each morning doing crafts,
Summerlake Park July 23,July playground games and learning some natural science. Songs, stories and a
30,August 6 snack will round out the day. Children will be divided into age groups and then
rotate through the day's activities, which are led by experienced education
Fanno Creels Park August 13, professionals. Each week consists of different activities.
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° p EXPLORING WORLD-OREGON s e
o SUMMER FRIDAY BUS ADVENTURES
Widen your horizons this summer by joining us on our day trips around Northwestern Oregon. Shoulder your daypack with a brownbag lunch
and a change of clothes. Sturdy shoes and cool weather gear are a must. Activities are subject to change in case of bad weather. Fees include
transportation,supervision and admission fees. A couple dollars for snacks or extras purchased are okay. (Supervision will be available before
and after trips[7:30 am to 5:30 pm at$1.50/hr./child]for working parents.) Unless otherwise stated trips will be from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Date Destination Description Cost
July 2 Mt. Hood - Alpine Slide/ After the thrills of the Alpine Slide @ Government Camp,we will head $21
Barlow Trail Hike down the west slope of Mt. Hood for a hike along part of the Barlow -
Wagon Trail. Ages 8 to 14.
July 16 The Enchanted Forest near After a morning and afternoon in make believe land, if time permits,we $20
Salem will stop at a Salem playground for play and games. Ages 6 to 12.
July 23 Horseback Riding & Swim We'll start the day at Lakeside Ranch riding. After lunch,we'll head for $22
the Sellwood Outdoor Pool for a swim. Bring swimsuit and towel. Ages 8
to 14.
July 30 Bonneville Dam and Tanner A lot goes on around a dam. We'll view the fish ladder, locks, turbines & $1$
Creek Hike hatchery. After our brown bag at the picnic area, we'll hike up to Tanner
Falls and play along the stream. Bring a change of clothes. Ages 7 to 12.
August 6 Iceskating/Bank Tower tour On our city trip we will use Trimet and MAX to go iceskating, lunch at $16
Carousel Park, have a Max Ride, and behind the scenes bank tour. Ages
7 to 12.
August 13 Rainbow Trout Farm & Swim After everyone lands a trout near Sandy,we'll stop at the Sellwood Pool $20
for a swim. Bring swimsuit&towel. Ages 6 to 12. I
August 20 Fossil Hunting & Crawdad In the Timber-Vernonia area there are some neat sea fossils, sometimes $18
Fishing even crabs. Bring along a small hammer&chisel. After chasing fossils
we'll catch ourselves some crayfish in the Nehalem River. Ages 7 to 12.
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SELF-DEFENSE FOR 0 IB
WOMEN
(Especially Mothers&Daughters)
Being prepared to deal with the some-
times violent world we find ourselves
in, is good sense. Here is an 8-hour Tigard Public Library's Summer Reading Program
class which gives women a chance to encourages school-aged kids
openly discuss some of the uncom-
fortable to dangerous situations that ` � (K - going into Grade 5) to enjoy the
adventure of books during the summer.
arise.
Kids are invited to register at the library,keep track of their
Learn how you should react to these ` , `0 reading on a "Wild About Books Calendar", and attend
situations using voice, stance and special weekly events at the library. Of course,we will end
physical techniques. Wear comfort- SIB
able clothing for physical activity.
�r our 10-week program with a Wild Rumpus and a special
a�d�� prize for each participant!
Taught by a female police detective.
Minimum age: 14 years(3 sessions) �I��Illl�� Parents and pre-readers (even toddlers!) can sign-up to
Dates: share books together. The entire family is then invited to
attend any of the special events!
Tuesday&Thursday August 3&5
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm So-if you're Wild About Books-don't
Thursday,August 12 miss signing up for the grrrreat summer reading
5:30 pm to 8:30 pm program beg inning June 14. At that time you may pick
Location: Tigard Water District up your summer reading calendar and the list of spe-
cial weekly events that will be offered.
Instructor. Laurie Wulf
Tuition: $16.00 Questions may be directed to those two wild women
(wild about booksthatis!)-Jody or Terri at 684-6537.
INSTRUCTIONS & PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
BRING OR MAIL TO TIGARD PUBLIC LIBRARY, 13125 SW HALL BLVD.,TIGARD,97223 QUESTIONS:Call Joy Cooper at the Library,684-6537.
• Use one form per registrant. •MAKE CHECK OUT to City of Tigard,Educ.Serv. Prog. REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW
• Payment must be enclosed with registration. You may enclose one check to cover more than one registration,if they are made together.
• We do not send confirmations. You will be notified only if your program is filled or cancelled.
• SCHOLARSHIPS AND PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE. MARK YOUR CLASS TIME AND DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR.
NAME: HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE:
ADDRESS: APT. NO.
CITY: STATE: ZIP: AGE: or GRADE:
(if under 18 yrs.)
Is there any special information we should have concerning your child?
PROGRAM SESSION DATES TUITION
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Everyone must sign to make registration valid. TOTAL $
City of Tigard - Educational Services Programs-WAIVER AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
I understand that neither the City of Tigard nor its agents will assume any liability for claims arising out of my participation in the City of Tigard-sponsored
Educational Services Program. I agree that the City of Tigard and its agents are not liable for any claim resulting from the negligence of the City of Tigard
or its agents. I agree to assume all liability and to hold the City of Tigard and its agents harmless for any personal injury or property damage arising out
Of my participation in the City of Tigard-sponsored Educational Services Program.
Signature: Date:
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Library Doris VanGordon NPO 3 Katy Dorsett Doug Saxton
Volunteers Kim Vu Martha Bishop Bill Gross Jack Schwab
Mary A.Madland Jill Wagner Beverly Froude Ed Howden Joe Schweitz
Henrietta Marquez Norma Walters Lila Garner Larry McGlinchy
Vince Matarrese Sylvia Ward Kent Hansen Cal Woolery Police Reserve
Priya Mathur Barbara Weierman Lavelle Helm Officers
Melissa McMullin Elizabeth WestLou Anne Mortensen NPO 8 J.Kevin Dresser
Alice Metcalf Susan West John Blomgren Mike Fisher
Denise Miller* Holly White NPO 4 Cathy Chase Danny Gill
Marinda Miller*** Reba F.Wilcox Irving Larson Herb Curtis Bob Harrison
Sandra Mintner Pat Wood David Peterson Cliff Epler Tim Timmins
Donald Mitchell Dorothy Yockey Alan Roth Alice Juve Walter Meinhart
Ora Murphy June Young Ken Rosenfeld Joel Stevens
Solid Waste
Maifair Myers Louise Stewart
Kera Parker*** 99W Task Force Park& Advisory
Recreation Board Committee
Glenna Parker Sue Carver NPO 5 Cece Dispenza
Murl Pe Steve Clark Bill Bicker Mariann Bither
Perry Mark Irwin
Annegret Peschel*** John Cook Ormond Doty Carolyn DeFrang
Donald Jacobs
Geoff Petersen* Bob Deuth Bill Hawley Craig Dirksen
Gerry McReynolds
Robert Pratt Jerry Edwards Craig Hopkins Jodi Fuller Tom Sullivan
Mary Prickett Richard Gervais Joan Pasley Daniel Graham
Della Russell Wendi Hawley Sharon Takahashi
Bud Hillman Eldon Wogen
Pat Russell Ron Holland Sheldon Scolar
Transportation
Jessica Scott Craig Hopkins NPO 6 Steve Slabaugh Advisory
Sandy Senseney Brian Moore Sue Carver Committee
Alice Shambaugh John Schwartz Mary Clinton Planning James Dusevoir
Thelma Shattuck Joe Schweitz Marge Davenport Commission John Etzel
Shanna Simmons
John Dillin Vlasta Barber Ron Holland
Erin Smith NPO 1/2 Susan Kasson Harold Boone Nancy Newcomb
Jean Sparks Ed Duffield Stephanie Mitchell James Castile Brian Moore
Sheila Stephens Wandama Githens Phil Pasteris
Judy Fessler Joe Schwietz
LaDonna Tabayoyon Don Gott Bob Sellers Milton Fyre Robert Waterman
Nicole Tillotson Gary Ott Wendi Hawley
Sudie Tommy
Jo Sorell NPO 7 Ron Holland Youth Volunteer
Louise Trapp Karl White James Blanchard Brian Moore ** Library Board
Lee Cunningham Harry Saporta *** YART Member
Water Update
On March 27, the Tigard City Coun- agency to replace the special dis- better growth management. Crea-
cil adopted an ordinance that trict. tion of a joint water agency is the
withdraws the City portion of the The change in governance structure first step toward establishing a
water system from the Tigard Water was undertaken for several reasons. single water purveyor for the entire
District. ,The Cities of King City The new structure will assure that city. On July 1, the joint water
and Durham have also withdrawn. local control of the system is main- agency form of governance will take
Withdrawal was scheduled as part tained. The joint water agency will effect. Water customers will see no
of an agreed-to plan that will result also enhance opportunities for change in water quality, quantity or
in the formation of a joint water operating efficiencies, and allow for service.
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Community Calendar ® ® ® ® V I d
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All meetings at: Tigard City Hall
13125 SW Hall Boulevard
First Annual Tigard/Tualatin
City Council: April 13*,20,27*
May 11*, 18,25* SIUDEN1 A� Show
- 6:30 pm unless otherwise posted Art being displayed by students from the sur-
Library Board. 2nd Thurs., 7:00 pm rounding area. Art work will be Judged and a
Park Board: 1st Tues., 7:00 pm scholarship awarded. (This is a chance to sell
Planning Commission:
1st Mon. after 1st Sun., 7:30 pm your own art work).
NPO#1/2: 2nd Wed., 7.30 pm
NPO#3& #7: 1st Wed., 7:00 pm WHERE: Tigard High School Commons
NPO#4: 2nd Wed, 7.30 pm WHEN: Saturday, April 24— 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
NPO#5& #6: 3rd Wed., 7:30 pm Sunday, April 25— 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
NPO#8: 1st Thurs., 7:30 pm
Solid Waste Advisory Comm: ° General Admission $4.00 ° " Student Admission $3.00 °
3rd Mon., 7:00 pm For more information, please call 639-5148
*Denotes Cablecast Meeting e
The ngard City Council meetings are A 5-Mile Walk for the Arts
cablecast live at 7:30 pm on the second and
fourth Tuesday of the month on Channel 27.
Replays are shown at 9:00 pm Wednesday To benefit the Broadway Rose and the Fine Arts Programs of Tigard
following the Tuesday meeting,and at 6:00 and Tualatin.
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pm the Thursday following the Tuesday
• Saturday, May 22
meeting on Channel 21.
• 10:00 am at Cook Park in Tigard ending
at Tualatin Park in Tualatin :
• No admission charge v�
• Pledge Sheets and more information
Liz Newton-Editor may be obtained by calling 639-5148
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