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D Tigard's Official Newsletter
May 2007 www.tigard-or.gov Volume XXV No.5
Mayor's Corner Decision Time for Long-Term Water Sources
Councilor Sally Harding is resign- The •A
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Tigard Service Area
ing from office before the end of her g TUALATIN BASIN WATER SUPPLY
(TWSA)includes the cities of Durham, PROJECT (Also known as the Hagg
term.Here is her personal farewell to her King City,two-thirds of Tigard and Lake Dam raise project) I Water
constituents: unincorporated areas to the south and Source:Trask and Tualatin Rivers
"An unexpected job opportunity has west of Tigard.The City of Tigard is the
come to take my husband back to New water provider for the TWSA and entities • WILLAMETTE RIVER TREATMENT
York,closer to his mother who is not well. within this partnership are represented & TRANSMISSION IMPROVEMENT
It saddens me to leave before my term PROJECT I Water Source:
ends,but I know this is where we need to by the Intergovernmental Water Board
be. (I").be.
River
My husband,Kevin,left home at 18 to The TWSA's peak water demand can All of these options have the ability
join the Air Force.His deep sense of patri- reach 13 million gallons a day,but as our to deliver high-quality, safe,drinking water
otic duty and is what has made him proud population continues to increase,that that exceeds existing and anticipated
of the time constraints Council puts on a regulatory standards.Yet,each option
family,notagainst them.We all owe him a number is expected to reach 20 million
y g also comes with its own set of challenges,
big thank you for his support. gallons a day by the year 2040. Currently,
the TWSA receives its water from several opportunities,and constraints,including
My passion for helping bring about a stipulation that the Willamette River
change began as a youth in Tigard.Being sources,but these sources aren't capable
elected to Council has been an honor,and I of meeting our growing demand for source would require Tigard voter
have worked hard to be a good steward for water. approval. Costs to develop,expand,or
your tax dollars,provide a strong voice for improve infrastructure will likely
better communication and truly represent As a result,the City of cost tens of millions of dollars.
you.My Lady Liberty necklace is a constant Tigard,along with IWB In part,the water supply's
reminder to ask myself,"What would theCC
partners Durham,King time t0
people want?" Exciting things are happen- proximity to Tigard will
ing in Tigard.I urge you to frequent www. City and the Tigard fish Or Cut influence these costs,because
tigard-orgov to stay up-to-date and partici- Water District,will soon " the construction of large
pate frequently in city business.It's YOUR be faced with a series bait.
capacity piping is expensive.
Tigard! of decisions regarding a Craig Dirksen
I`ll let Garth Brooks close:`Well,I long-term drinking water Mayor,City ofTigard Over the next six
have been accused of makin'my own rules, source.These important months,the IWB and the
there must be rebel blood just a runnin' decisions will chart a course Tigard City Council will decide
through my veins, but I ain't no hypocrite, for our future water suland which option(s) should be pursued
ppy
what you see is what you get...But if you're and which option(s),if any, should be
gonna leave your mark you can't follow like will affect water customers for decades to
a bunch of sheep. You got to listen to your come.The IWB is currently studying the abandoned. It is time to fish or cut bait,
heart' following long-term water supply options: proclaimed Tigard Mayor Craig Dirksen
I listened to my heart and to the
at a recent Council meeting.
people.Fondest regards and love to you all. • LAKE OSWEGO EXPANSION SL To learn more about water supply
Councilor Sally Harding" WATER PARTNERSHIP I Water options,the IWB encourages citizens to
Council will immediately begin the Source: Clackamas River attend its meetings held on the second
process to appoint a replacement to serve • PURCHASE CITY OF PORTLAND Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.in
out the remainder of Councilor Harding's WATER I Water Source: the second floor conference room of the
term,which expires Dec. 31,2008. Bull Run Watershed Tigard Public Library,or contact Public
Works Director Dennis Koellermeier at
Craig E. Dirksen, Mayor 503-718-2596 or dennir@tigard-orgov.
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN, GRETCHEN BUEHNER, SALLY HARDING, SYDNEY SHERWOOD,TOM WOODRUFF
ACity of Tigard
Neighborhoods in Your City
In 2004,Council agreed to the
concept of creating a neighborhood
program based on geographic areas - I
divided by common interests such as -
school attendance areas,major streets, y
proximity to parks and commercial
service areas. 2
Program Goals 3
The purpose of the Enhanced 1
Neighborhood Program will be to 11
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provide increased opportunities for 5
citizens to be involved in community 10 6
issues and to connect with the city and
other citizens.The goal is to involve
citizens as partners in addressing their 12
neighborhood issues as early as possible,
x
and to facilitate neighborhood-level
input on broader community issues. ,
Citizens echoed this through the
Tigard Beyond Tomorrow Community - 9
Action Committee when they included
an action plan item for 2005 that read:
"Develop and implement an enhanced Citi.Zen
involvementprogram which may include
re-invigorated neighborhood associations
encouraging interactions which are led by What's Next?
citizens within 72 months."
Roll-out of the pilot program started in April,and will be followed by full scale
Neighborhood Concepts implementation of the citywide,12-area program by the end of 2007. Neighborhood
Defined web pages are currently being developed. The pilot area testing will take place in three
neighborhoods: Metzger,Summer Lake and South Tigard. This pilot program will assist in
The Committee for Citizen developing effective community-building activities.
Involvement(CCI) has played an
integral part with the development of
an enhanced neighborhood concept. Since 2004,there have been open houses,public surveys and presentations to the community
in an effort to gain valuable input on the proposed concepts of the program. Council accepted the concept and since 2006 has
dedicated one of their yearly goals to this program.
Do You Have Ideas to Share?
If you have questions or ideas,please contact Assistant City Manager Liz Newton at 503-718-2412 or li@tigard-orgov.
Your City Council Wants to Know — • Do you watch FORMAL City
Council Business meetings
The Mayor and City Council are interested in your opinion on Council meetings broadcast on cable TV? (Currently
broadcast on TVCTV Public Access Television,Channel 28. Please take a being telecast on the 2nd and 4th
moment to respond to these two questions. You can send your answers to Tuesdays.)
Assistant City Manager Liz Newton at li.Z@tigard-or.gov or 503-718-2412 or go to the • Would you watch INFORMAL City
Council Workshop meetings on
city's web site and look for the on-line survey at wwwtigard-or.gov. cable TV if they were broadcast?
Paget www.tigard-or.gov 503-639-4171 CITYSCAPE
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Mediation: Bulky Waste
A Positive Approach to Problem Solving
Spring and summer are the times of The DRC mediators also work with Discount Coupons
year when we all emerge from our homes landlords and tenants on issues such Disposing of bulky items just
to engage in all types of activities in our as late payments,deposits,repairs and got a little easier on the pocketbook!
yards,patios and gardens. Most of the damages;they assist businesses and Now through May 25,Tigard
time,these activities don't create any consumers with disputes involving repairs residents can receive a$40 coupon
problems with our neighbors. However, and/or money owed;they help neighbors to offset disposal costs at the
from time to time there is that one with interpersonal conflicts such as verbal Hillsboro Landfill or Tualatin Valley
neighbor,or that one activity,that creates confrontations,including threats and Waste Recovery.
tension between neighbors,and talking harassment;and they help with issues that Facilities&Fees
to them about the problem is not always develop between homeowner associations
at
easy. If you are experiencing a situation and homeowners. Both facilities are located n
like this,the Dispute Resolution Center 3205 SE Minter Bridge Road in
p So if you find yourself having a
(DRC) may be able to help. conflict or problem with a neighbor, Hillsboro. Disposal fees range from
$2 for an automotive battery to$36
The City of Tigard,through the landlord,tenant,homeowners association, for a mixed-load of materials.
Dispute Resolution Center(DRC), or business,avoid costly attorney
is committed to providing mediation fees,legal expenses and court costs Accepted items include:
services as an effective method for by contacting the Dispute Resolution O Furniture
resolving conflicts.This informal process Center at 503-526-2523. Office hours are
is FREE,confidential,and provides 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.Monday through O Appliances
everyone the opportunity to create their Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on O Passenger car tires
own solution and build a positive ongoing Friday. Voice mail is accessible 24 hours O Unpainted/untreated wood
productive relationship. DRC mediators a day. They can also be reached by email O Automobile batteries
are professionally trained volunteers at: DisputeMail@d.beaverton.or.us. So give
that can help you identify needs,clarify them a call or send an email and allow O Bathroom fixtures (showers,
issues,explore options for resolution,and DRC the opportunity to assist you with sinks,tubs,toilets)
negotiate collaborative agreements that your conflict. This program is made possible
are satisfactory to all parties.
by the City of Tigard,Waste
Management's Hillsboro Landfill,
West Nile Virus Prevention Tualatin Valley Waste Recovery and
West Nile Virus (WNV) comes from flower pot saucers,empty bird baths and Metro Regional Government.
birds. Mosquitoes that feed on infected wading pools at least once a week,keep
birds can transmit the virus to humans, rain gutters clean,dispose of old tires, Discount Coupons Available
birds and horses. The virus does not and store wheelbarrows,buckets and Coupons are available on a first-
affect most people,with only about watering cans upside down. come,first-served basis. For more
20 percent of those bitten by infected Avoid Getting Bitten: When information or to request a coupon,
mosquitoes developing symptoms and mosquitoes are out,particularly at dusk, contact Solid Waste and Recycling
less than 1 percent becoming seriously wear long sleeves and long pants and Coordinator Corianne Hart at 503-
ill. However,the virus has been found consider wearing insect repellent. 718-2599 or corianne@tigard-orgov.
in Washington County and there are
things you can do to lower your risk of Report Dead Crows and Jays:
infection. These birds are particularly susceptible
to the virus and may be an indicator that City of Tigard Budget Committee
Remove Standing WNV is present in the area.Avoid will meet Mon.,April 30,2007 at 6:30 p.m.
Water: Since contact with any dead crow or jay, in the Library Community Room located
mosquitoes lay their at 13500 SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard.
eggs in stagnant water, 7)k� To learn more,visit The purpose of the meeting is to receive
eliminating places - avavwco.zvashington.or.us/mosquito.To the FY 2007-08 proposed budget and to
where water collects report dead crows or jays,contact begin deliberations. Future meetings to
can help prevent the Stormwater Operations Supervisor discuss the FY 2007-08 budget proposal
spread of the virus.Invert Rob Block at 503-718-2607 or are scheduled for May 7, May 14,and
rob@tigard-orgov. tentatively May 21.
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City of Tigard
Mysteries await you at
lf O Tigard Public Library
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1rev ' this summer!
Get ready for the 2007 Children's
News from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd. Summer Reading Program.The theme
Library Events Calendar EW_ for kids through grade 5 is "Get a Clue"
and for teens
May 1,8,15-Book Babies Puett Rm(ages 0-18 mos.).............................................10:15-10:45 a.m. grades 6 and
May 1,8,15-Preschool Story Time Puett Rm(ages 3-6)......................................11:15 a.m.-Noon up is "You
May 1,8,15,22,29-Open Computer Lab Tech Rm(teens&adults)....................1:30-3:30 p.m. 1 Never
LIQ
May 2,9,16,23,30-Local History Room Open ....................................10 a.m.-Noon&4-6 p.m. Know."
May 2,9,16-Toddler Time Puett Rm(ages 18-36 mos.).................................................10:30-11 a.m. Stop in and
May 2,9,16-Dogs&Tales Puett Rm(beg.readers-grade 5)................................................6-7:30 p.m. pick up a flyer
of summer events. All activities are free
May 2,9,16,23,30-Open Computer Lab Tech Rm(teens&adults)................................6-8 p.m. and open to the public.
May 3-Teen Library Council Puett Rm(grades 6-12)....................................................4:30-5:30 p.m.
Registration begins June 11
May 3,10,17-Spanish Storytime Puett Rm.......................................................................6-6:30 p.m.
May 3-Comp.Class:Searching the Web for Beginners Tech Rm(teens&adults) .6:30-8 p.m.
May 4-Friends of the Library Used Book Sale Community Rm................................9 a.m.-5 p.m. S U P E R TU ESDAY:
May 5-Friends of the Library Used Book Sale Community Rm................................9 a.m.-3 p.m. Portland Taiko
May 4,11,18-Family Story Time Puett Rm (ages 0-6) ................................................10:30-11 a.m.
May 5-Comp.Class:Computer Skills for Beg.Tech Rm(teens&adults).........10:30 a.m.-Noon Tuesday,May 15, 7:00 -Room p.m.
All Ages! Community Room
May 5-Comp.Class:Introduction to Windows Tech Rm(teens&adults)...............12:30-2 p.m.
May 5,12,19-Open Computer Lab Tech Rm teens&adults Celebrate Asian Pacific American
Heritage Month with Portland Taiko's
May 6,13,20-Open Computer Lab Tech Rm(teens&adults)..................................1:30-3:30 p.m. exuberant interpretation of traditional
May 7,14-Preschool Story Time Puett Rm(ages 3-6).............................................10:30-11:15 a.m. Japanese drumming that weaves together
May 8-Comp.Class:Word Processing for Beg.Tech Rm(teens&adults).......10:30 a.m.-Noon rhythm,melody,humor and movement.
May 10-Genealogy Workshop Tech Rm..................................................................................2-5 p.m. This program made possible in part
May 10-Teen Book Discussion Group Puett Rm(grades 6-12).................................4:30-5:30 p.m. by the Deady to Read Grant.
May 10-Comp.Class:Computer Skills for Beginners Tech Rm(teens&adults).....6:30-8 p.m.
May 11 -Morning Book Discussion Group Houghton Rm ..................................10:30 a.m.-Noon
May 12-Computer Class:Email for Beginners Tech Rm(teens&adults)........10:30 a.m.-Noon Hora de Cuentos para la
May 12,26-English Chatter Group Houghton Rm ...............................................................1-2 p.m. Familia (Spanish Storytime)
May 14-Hearing Roots Grow Houghton Rm...........................................................................4-5 p.m. JUEVES Cie 6:00 a 6:30 p.m.
May 15-Mystery Book Discussion Group Houghton Rm ........................................6:30-7:30 p.m. Puett Room: 3, 10, 17 de Mayo
May 15-SUPER TUESDAY:Portland Taiko Community Rm(all ages)................................7-8 p.m. (THURSDAYS,6-6:30 p.m.May 3,10,17)
May 17-Comp.Class: Popular Uses of the Web Tech Rm(teens&adults)................6:30-8 p.m. Cuentos,canciones y rimas para
May 19-Searching the Web for Beginners Tech Rm(teens&adults)...............10:30 a.m.-Noon nifios de todas las edades y sus familias.
May 21 -Comp.Class:Doing Research on the Web Tech Rm.......................................2-3:30 p.m.
May 22-Comp.Class:Interm.Word Processing Tech Rm(teens&adults)....10:30 a.m.-Noon
May 22-Pajama Story Time Puett Rm(ages 0-6).................................................................7-7:30 p.m. Genealogy Workshop
May 23-Evening Book Discussion Group Houghton Rm....................................................7-8 p.m. Thursday,May 10, 2-5 p.m.
May 24-Teen Movie Night Community Rm(grades 6-12)......................................................5-7 p.m. Technology Room
May 26-Comp.Class:Excel for Beginners(teens&adults).................................10:30 a.m.-Noon Drop by and let trained volunteers
May 31 -Teen GameFest Community Rm(grades 5 and up)....................... p.m. assist you in learning how to explore your
family's roots using AncestryPlus and
All library programs are free. other online resources available at the
For more information aboutprograms,visit our Web site at www..tigard-orgov/library. library. No registration required.
Some library programs require registration. To register,please call 503-684-6537.
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Survey Says... 2007 Library Survey Shows Patron Satisfaction, City Expands
Requests to Re-open More Hours Passport Services
We asked. You responded. We When asked which hours they would In response to customer needs,the
listened. Library users returned more like restored to the library's schedule, City of Tigard has expanded the hours of
than 2,800 surveys during February. remaining open until 9 p.m. on Monday passport acceptance.
Patrons were asked about hours and through Friday received the highest num-
programs. They were also asked to rate ber of responses. Currently,the library New Hours:
customer service. closes at 8 p.m.Monday through Thurs- MONDAY–FmDAY: 8 A.M. to 3 P.m.
Ninety-seven percent of patrons day and at 5 p.m. on Friday. The second BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: 3 P.m.to 5 P.M.
who used reference services,both in the most popular response was re-opening
on Thursday mornings at 10 amThe If you'd like to schedule a passport
. .
Childress Room and on the second floor, appointment,please call 503-639-4171.
rated the service"excellent"or"good." Library currently is closed until l p.m. on
Ninety-six percent of those who use the Thursdays.
t3'- P For your convenience the city now
check-out desk rated its customer service Restoration of library hours will be provides passport photo service for an
"excellent"or"good." And 95 percent determined by the City's budget process. additional fee. For more information
of those who use the library's internet For more information about the survey, about the City of Tigard's passport
computers rated their availability as either log on to wmw.tigard-orgov/library. process visit the city's web site: www..tigard-
"excellent"or"good." orgov/ci_hall/services/liarrport/default.arp.
Volunteers Needed to Install Storm Water Decals
Storm drains,or catch basins,can dry weather,and the city provides training
be found along roadways and in parking and furnishes kits with all the necessary Books for
lots throughout the city. Oil and other supplies. Bargain Hunters!
chemicals sometimes make their way into This is a great volunteer activity Friends of the Library
these drains which,in turn,empty directly for individuals or families that want to y
into local creeks and streams. improve the water quality of our local Used Book Sale
Volunteers can help spread the word creeks and streams. Scheduling is flexible. • Friday,May 4-9 a.m.-5 p.m.
about how to keep hazardous substances For more information,contact Surface • Saturday,May 5—9 a.m.-3 p.m.
out of our waterways by installing Water Quality/Volunteer Coordinator Library Community Room
educational decals near storm drains. Carla Staedter at 503-718-2788 or (13500 SW Hall Blvd.)
Installation must be done during warm, carla@tigard-orgov.
Don't Forget! Library Board Vacancy Clerical Volunteers:
Testing Deadline is Near The Library Board is recruiting Sharpen Skills,Gain
Work Experience
to fill one vacancy by June 30. This
All Tigard Water Service Board advises City Council regarding City of Tigard departments have
Area customers are required library policies,budget,facilities and several clerical opportunities available
to have their backflow other needs. The Board meets at 7 p.m. for new volunteers. Clerical projects
prevention devices tested on the 2n'Thursday of each month. If may involve one time assignments such
by June 1,2007. you are interested in beingconsidered as preparing mailings or organizing
for the Library Board vacancy,fill out a reference information. Other projects,
Citizen Committee Interest Application such as filing or data entry,may be
To obtain a list of companies scheduled on a regular basis. Some
form and return it to Tigard City Hall
offering testing services,visit the by 5 p.m. on Tuesday,May 29. Forms opportunities may require background
city's web site at www.tigard- are available on line at www..tigard-orgov checks.
ongov/water and click on Cross
Connection and Backflow Prevention or maybe picked up at City Hall. For For more information about volun-
more information,contact Library teer opportunities contact Volunteer Pro-
or contact Water Quality Program Director Margaret Barnes at 503-718- gram Development Specialist Bob Roth
Coordinator Hung Nguyen at
2501 or margaret@tigard-orgov. at 503-718-2402 or bob@tigard-orgov.
503-718-2603 or bung@tigard-orgov.
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ACity of Tigard
Help Keep Tigard Clean and Safe!
Spring fever is in the air and it's up to Pets: Sports:
all to keep our Be fair to your pets and your Make sure playtime is safe and legal.
citit y ccllean and safe! neighbors. Roaming pets may be hit by Mount a basketball hoop to your home,
Here are some cars,attacked by other animals,or even dig out a spot in your landscaping,or
reminders for
stolen! Dogs left chained outside get even park a mobile hoop,skateboard
your"To Do" lonely and bored,and may bark or nip ramp,or goalie net in your driveway. Just
list to help you out of anxiety and frustration. Cats left be sure not to put them in the public
comply with to roam freely may disturb neighboring right-of-way.
city codes. gardens,bird feeders and car paint. Make
sure your pets are adequately contained What is the"Public Ri ht of-Wa "7
Small Vegetation: and entertained. Provide fresh water 9.. .. ...y'�'
Grass and weeds should not get over and shelter. Avoid The public right-of-way (ROW)
10"tall or be allowed to go to seed.Spray attracting rodents and includes,but is not limited to,streets,
them,cut them,or even cover them with insects by feeding sidewalks,medians,planter strips,
pets indoors. Also, a
landscape cloth and ground cover. P drainage ditches,private and public
when walkinggets -
P &" _+ access ways,roadsides and the areas
remember the leash <., :- around utility poles and traffic signs.
Large Vegetation: These areas are usually intended for
.. and scoop laws.
Onl tree limbs trimmed to at least pedestrian and vehicular travel. There
y For questions and concerns on is no permit or exception to allow signs,
10 feet above the street are allowed to p p
hangover the public right-of-way All animal control issues contact Washington sports equipment,hazardous vegetation,
P County Animal Control at 503-846-7041.
other vegetation must be cut back into etc.in the ROW. Additionally,you can
your yard. be held liable if an injury occurs on
Recreational Vehicles: your property or the public right-of-way
Landscaping Materials: Before you purchase a boat,trailer, abutting it.
or other RV,make sure you have a place
If you are expecting a delivery,make to store it. e th
n i
e Stora public right-of-p g Right-of-Way Maintenance:
sure all materials including bark dust, way is not allowed. For more information,
rocks,soil,and decking supplies are The public right-of-way adjacent
PP contact the Tigard Police Department at
deposited into your yard or driveway, 503-629-0111. to your home is your responsibility to
not on the street or sidewalk. maintain,even if it is behind your home
or outside your fence. Check around
Sins:
Outdoor Storage: your home and be sure you
remove noxious vegetation,
"""""""' Whether its a
Now is the time to clean up all garage sale,open garbage,illegal signs and
of those odds and ends in the yard. house,or special event, _ � � sidewalk hazards.
Recycle the fallen tree limbs,brush piles, remember that noAj
forgotten bags of leaves and your old signs are allowed in the
Christmas tree. Put extra tires,tools and public right-of-way. Before Thankyou!
equipment away in the garage. Pick up purchasing or displaying any ..''''''' '--
pots and other water collectors to inhibit signs,visit the planning counter to Thank you for all of
mosquito breeding. check for legal areas to place your signs. your support in keeping Tigard a
Donate unwanted appliances, great place to live,work and visit!
furniture,and inoperable vehicles. And if Sheds and Canvas Structures:
you just can't bear to part with it,be sure ......................' .
it is in a fully enclosed storage facility like Before you build,check with
a shed or garage. the building department for permit
HINT: Some places will recycle wood requirements AND the planning
and scrap metal free of charge! department about setbacks and size
limitations.
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Council Adopts Annexation Policy
The Tigard City Council,at its 'Phis allows a newly annexed property planning and infrastructure that make
March 13,2007 meeting,approved a owner to pay one-third of city taxes the it possible for businesses to offer jobs,
policy to encourage annexation to the city. first year,two-thirds the second year and goods and services.
The policy states that Tigard will actively the full amount the third year. There are also benefits to property
promote the benefits of being part of The annexation policy is scheduled owners who choose to annex. For
the city and will encourage voluntary for Council review one year from its example,city residents have accessible
annexation. The policy also states that approval to determine if adjustments are political representation and community
the city will not force annexations. needed. involvement opportunities. Tigard's
Tigard is taking a more proactive broad tax base and other revenue
The Annexation Policy offers incentives position on annexation for several sources are capable of sustaining the
such as waivers of the city annexation fee. reasons. For example,annexation is one full range of important urban services
way to guarantee that the cost of urban over time. Furthermore,complete urban
services is more equitably shared among services,including timely and reliable law
The policy codifies previous Council those that use them. This is important enforcement,planning and transportation
direction and adds some new incentives because county residents that live close programs are important factors in
for annexation. The policy offers to,but outside cities,often benefit from maintaining real estate values.
incentives to annex,such as waivers of services that city residents and businesses If you have any questions,or are
the city annexation fee until July 1,2008, pay for. In Tigard's case,these services interested in annexing to Tigard,you may
and phasing in of city property taxes over include parks,city streets,library and contact Marissa Daniels at 503-718-2428
a three year period if a property annexes police. Unincorporated residents also or marissa@tigard-or.gov.
within a year of the resolution's approval. benefit from cities'investments in
Master Plan for Downtown Park and Plaza Gets Underway
Now that a consulting landscape community consensus around key design opportunity. Very few communities have
architecture firm has been chosen,the decisions. Some of those decisions this amount of natural area right next to
city is currently preparing to develop a include how the realignment and its downtown. Because Tigard's public
master plan for Fanno Creek Park in the restoration of Fanno Creek will fit into plaza is a key part of the downtown
downtown area and a new public plaza! the park,the siting,use and character of redevelopment,the project will also
This project is part of the city Urban the city's new public plaza,and what the address how future adjoining buildings
Redevelopment District,approved by new park will look like. should be designed to relate to the plaza.
voters in May 2006. Where Do We Start? The timeline for the redesigned park
Who's Involved calls for completion of the master plan
Understanding how plazas have in 2007,construction drawings in 2008,
A steering committee made up of been used in other cities will be a and the start of construction in the
downtown property owners,the City starting point for discussion. With the summer of 2008. The plaza will be built
Center Advisory Commission,the goal to design Tigard's plaza to serve as at a later time pending the City's ability
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, both a"catalyst"for new development to acquire land and in coordination with
adjoining neighborhoods,and the larger as well as a unique public place useable other downtown projects.
community will work with staff and for a variety of events,the steering
Walker Macy,Landscape Architects to committee will be asked to provide For More Information
help provide design direction. recommendations to City Council. At Stay tuned to this newsletter and the
What's Next? the end of the process,the community city's web site (wxw..tigard-orgov)for an
will have a master plan that can be upcoming schedule. For information,
Once a planning schedule has been used to provide direction for eventual contact Downtown Development Senior
developed,Tigard's residents will be construction of the park and plaza. Planner Phil Nachbar at 503-718-2557 or
invited to attend steering committee The existing 23-acre Fanno Creek nihil@igard-orgov.
meetings so the community can Park between Hall Blvd. and Main Street
participate in the process. It is expected provides Tigard's downtown with a great
to take six to nine months to build
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Tigard. Look for more online mapping capabilities in the future as other systems are developed.
Try it Today!
CRIME It's easy to use; simply type in a valid street address or
street name in the City of Tigard and CRIME Spotter returns
tiera 12 month summary of crimes within one-half mile radius.
■ CRIME Spotter also allows you to get specific information on
certain crimes, such as burglaries and motor vehicle thefts.
■ 1 Access CRIME Spotter through the city's web site:
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www.tigard-or.gov.
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