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04/01/2017 Cityscape City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 1 of 6 Subscribe Share - Past Issues Trans Please let us know if you have problems viewing this email. View this email in your browser. Share Tweet Forward w 1. ra Citys I TIGARD QD cap! e ;,R X APRILOr li 1-7 rIi y � _ CITY OF TIGARD EVENTS TIGARD LIBRARY EVENTS City Council Meeting: Tue., Apr. 4 >> In Science We Trust?: Sat., Apr. 1 Mayor's Fireside Chat: Thu., Apr. 6 >>Adult Storyteller Norm Brecke: Symposium Cafe Mon., Apr. 3 >> City Council Meeting: Tue., Apr. 11 >> World of Speed Motorsports Museum: >> City Council Meeting: Tue., Apr. 18 Sat., Apr. 8 Budget Committee Meeting: >> Robot Playground: Sun., Apr. 9 Wed., Apr. 19, Public Works Auditorium >> Super Smash Bros.Tournament: Budget Committee Meeting: Fri., Apr. 14 Mon.,Apr. 24, Public Works Auditorium >> Life After War: Sat., Apr. 15 >> City Council Meeting: Tue., Apr. 25 >> Extreme Science Magic: Tue., Apr. 18 See full calendar See full calendar City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 2 of 6 PROPOSED EXPANSION Tigard PROPOSED NEW Urban Renewal 99W 99W 217 on the MAY 16 BALLOT What Is It? 217 ai z f What does it do? City Center ' Is It a new tax? (No) Tigard Triangle Urban Renewal Area Urban Renewal Area Two Ballot Measures Head to Voters in May Next month, Tigard residents will vote on two items on the May 16 ballot. Measure 34-275 would implement the Tigard Triangle Renewal Area and Measure 34-274 would expand the City Center Urban Renewal Area in downtown. The city has prepared ballot information sheets that are available at the Tigard Library, city offices and also online. Read • r Kathy McAlpine Named Register for Spring New Chief of Police Activities Today The City of Tigard has hired Kathy Find your fun with Tigard Parks & McAlpine as its new chief of police. Rec this spring! Activities include art For the last five years, McAlpine classes, sports clinics and more. If served as an assistant chief of you are looking to learn a new police with the Tacoma Police hobby, meet new friends, develop Department. McAlpine assumes your skills, get out of the house or command of the Tigard Police just be entertained—we have Department on April 3. Read more... something for you. Read more... City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 3 of 6 City Council Recap for March In March, the City Council adopted its six council goals that establish the council's priorities for the next two years. In other business, the council was briefed on a study of a possible future civic center and received an update on "lean code"changes for the Tigard Triangle. Read more... Mayor's Corner: Our Challenge Funding Essential Services In the same way families plan their financial future, the City of Tigard is in the process of planning and budgeting for its future. And, like you, when we set the city budget, we need to balance the community's priorities and needs. Our city is growing, but our income is not growing at the same rate, which makes the budgeting process more difficult every year. Read more... Ready! Set! Grow! with Metzger School Park Volunteer and join us on Earth Day on April 22, as we give back to the community. Pre- registration is required. Lunch is provided. Read more... April Is Arbor Month in Tigard Celebrate Tigard's Tree City USA award in April by planting trees, volunteering or visiting the Tigard Public Library. Read more... Community Invited to Tigard Police Open House The Tigard Police will open its doors to the community for its first-ever open house on Saturday, June 3. All residents and their families are invited. Meet new Chief of Police Kathy McAlpine. Tour the facilities, step inside police vehicles and visit with Diesel, the police K-9. Read more... Find Your Tigard Neighborhood on Facebook Did you know Tigard has 14 neighborhoods, each with unique amenities like parks, trails, schools and businesses. To help residents connect with their neighbors and the city, Tigard has created new neighborhood Facebook pages, run by local volunteers. Get connected today. Read more... Budget Committee Begins Review The Tigard Budget Committee will hold its first meeting on April 19, for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Proposed Budget. The proposed budget outlines how the city invests its resources and provides a fiscal roadmap to meet the community's essential needs. The proposed budget will be posted on the city's website by April 10. Read more... City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 4 of 6 IL -. !v 6 e .. . .Courtesy of Doug Vorwaller Egg-cellent Event at Cook Shred Event Returns May 6 Park on April 15 The Tigard Police Department and Pride Join Tigard Parks & Rec at Cook Park for Recycling are hosting their annual shred the Second Annual Egg Hunt. Rain or event on the morning of May 6, letting shine, the event is open to children 0 to residents securely dispose of documents 10 years old and includes other family- containing personal information. friendly activities. Registration is $5 per Households are limited to two hand-carry child, and don't forget to BYOB (bring boxes, bags, or containers. Cash and food your own basket). Read more... donations are welcome. Read more... Rules of the Road: Legal Advice in the Courtroom A judge's proper role is to educate defendants about their rights rather than to give legal advice, which is a lawyer's job. In the same way, court staff can provide useful information, but not suggestions. Read more... Taste of Tigard Sip, stroll, savor—Tickets to taste are now on sale. Join Tigard's food and beverage entrepreneurs and innovators to sample and share their unique offerings at the Taste of Tigard Food Festival, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on June 17. Buy your Tasting Passportnow. Read more... Counselor Provides Assistance at Tigard Library The Tigard Public Library is partnering with the Luke-Dorf mental health agency to assist people who need help with housing, health care and other services at the library. In March a homeless outreach worker from Luke-Dorf began office hours in the library on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Read more... Tigard's Youngest Leaders Gain Insights During D.C. Trip In March, Tigard Youth Advisory Council members Hannah Alzgal, Landon Carlson and Barbara-Ann Schlabach visited Washington, D.C., to learn first-hand how American democracy works. Read about their insights from the nation's capital and their surprise meeting with key aide to President Donald Trump. Read more... City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 5 of 6 Tigard Firefighter Honored by the American Legion Tigard American Legion Post 158 presented its Firefighter of the Year Award to Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Kelly Bach for going above and beyond what is expected and demonstrating community service and professional achievement. Bach was the captain of the Walnut Street fire station for 10 years before his promotion to battalion chief, now serving the region. Read more... Birthday Bash for Tigard's Celebrated Centenarian Join Curtis Tigard for his 108th birthday party on April 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the John Tigard House. The event is organized by the Tigard Historical Association. Enjoy refreshments, say hello and get your photos taken with the community's oldest resident. Read more... Downtown Farmers Market Opens in April The Downtown Tigard Farmers Market starts the 2017 season on April 23, at its location in the Public Works parking lot, at 8777 SW Burnham St. Meet friends, shop for your favorite market items and explore downtown from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Read more... Tigard Residents Contribute to Earth-Friendly Plant Food The used water Tigard residents send down their drains daily now plays a healthy role in helping local gardens grow. Learn more about the Clean Water Grow® All Purpose Plant Food produced in Tigard at the Durham Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility, and found at garden retailers locally. Read more... r, r - mks QMER SARDENINC . 11 ANGUAGE, II � I _ ELlG1`r ON, - NUTW ES _ J, a see City of Tigard Newsletter: April 2017 Edition Page 6 of 6 ONLINE SERVICES MAJOR PROJECTS Mapping Services >> Economic Development Park Shelter Rentals >> River Terrace Permits and Inspections >> SW Corridor Ticket Payments >> Strategic Plan >> Utility Payments >>Tigard Triangle Job Opportunities >> Water Partnership 0 Thank you for taking time to learn more about the City of Tigard. By following the Cityscape newsletter and staying engaged with Tigard's latest news and activities,you are making a difference and building a more connected community. We appreciate your interest. 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