Cityscape 2010-04 City of Tigard's Official Newsletter
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Mayor's Corner Coming Soon: Pacific Hwy/99W Construction
Do sometbing about traffic congestion on Pacific
Highway! It's a recurring theme in many of the Get ready for construction ■ Corners with a larger turning
interactions City Council has with residents (and on Pacific Highway at Hall radius to improve the flow of
non-residents!) and I want you to know that Boulevard,Greenburg Road and truck traffic.
we hear you. Main Street.Tigard is working m Landscaping to improve the
I have just returned from Washington,D.C. as With Washington County,the
aesthetics of this central area
a member of the Joint Policy Advisory Committee Oregon Department of of our community.
ty
on Transportation QPACT). JPACT is made up (ODOT ,and The
of elected officials and representatives of agencies project went
involved in transportation and is tasked with consultant out to bid
making recommendations on transportation needs W&H Pacific in March.
to finalize
for our region. plans for Utility
Tigard residents endure frustration and delay this major relocation
as art of congestion on Pacific Highway—theis scheduled to
P gconstruction
busiest 5-lane arterial state highway in Oregon. On project to improve begin in April with
the other hand,Pacific Highway is an important traffic flow and safety. construction beginning around
regional transportation artery necessary for a the first part of May.
healthy economy. Without a way to move people The project will include: Watch the city's website
and goods throughout the region,employment and ■ A third through-lane on Pacific at www. igard-orgov/99w for an
services suffer. Highway through both inter- upcoming"Meet the Contractor"
In addition to the improvements planned for sections to move traffic. open house to be scheduled near
Pacific Highway,we're looking at the possibility of ■ Additional turn lanes on the the end of April.
High Capacity Transit(HCT)within the southwest side streets for more efficient Most of the work will be
corridor. However,the kind of improvements intersection operation. done at night in order to mini-
Tigard needs to solve our transportation dilemma m Better roadway geometry for mize traffic disruption,but some
will require assistance from the federal government. improved safety. congestion is inevitable due to
We need our Senate and Congressional representa- high traffic volumes. Funding
tives to be active partners in addressing these issues ■ Extending the existing median for this project comes from the
and advocate for solutions to bring light rail to a island on Pacific Highway Tigard City Gas Tax,Washington
region completely un-served by HCT alternatives. from Hall Boulevard to County MSTIP,and State Gas Tax
We have identified the issues and are hard at Highway 217. revenues.
work advocating for short-term fixes and long- ■ Wider sidewalks,new bike If you need more details,
term solutions that will relieve Pacific Highway lanes,improved pedestrian contact Tigard's Project Manager
congestion.We hear you. crossings,as well as updated Mike McCarthy at 503-718-2462
Z. bus stops and shelters. or mikem@tigard-orgov.
Craig E.Dirksen,Mayor
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN, GRETCHEN BUEHNER, MARLAND HENDERSON, SYDNEY WEBB, NICK WILSON
it City of Tigard
The case for
New Burnham Street Update
SOUTHWEST CORRIDOR A New Look Every Day
High Capacity Transit Have you seen the Burnham Street
sidewalks? If not,it's because they've
been removed in anticipation of the
street improvement work.
/ Opportunities for economic
gard is a significant part of development within the corridor Crews are busy installing a new
the rapidly expanding Portland abound.Tigard's vision is for compact aAh water linesh Avenue,as in well as storm
Burnham Street
iand
Metropolitan region's southwest corridor urban density development along Pacific
and A
sewer mains and utility vaults.
and is committed to implementing the Highway,within the Tigard Triangle and
region's goal for compact urban growth and Washington Square Regional Center, Planning for the Future
multi-modal travel options.High Capacity and in Downtown Tigard.All would A huge stormwater quality vault
Transit(HCT)in this corridor is vital to benefit from HCT as current highway has been placed underground at Ash
Tigard. mobility standards limit development Avenue,the former site of the Public
/ HCT will provide relief to congested options. Works Annex building. Although
roads and freeways. / HCT in the southwest this project only requires four water
The convergence corridor will provide quality cartridges,the vault holds up to
of Interstate 5, «The Barbur/99W corridor runs new transit 25 cartridges which allows for future
Highway 217, through my district, and 1 hear options to link development in the area.
and Pacific employment Utility vault installation is
Highway/99W often about the frustrations of my centers and underway which signals the end of
creates traffic constituents as they travel daily to services overhead lines on Burnham Street.The
volumes thatwith existing utilities that are already underground
hamper the and from work. .919 with
(power,cable,phone)will be corralled
movement of -State Representative Margaret Doherty neighborhoods into the same utility trench and the
goods and services and complement poles will come down,changing the
and increase commute times WES commuter whole look on Burnham Street again.
and expenses. rail and MAX lines Straight Talk from the
Interstate 5 and Pacific Highway are covering the broader Project Manager
projected to continue to be some of metropolitan area. If you want to see the plans or ask
the most congested roads in the entire
region by the year 2035. If you have questions,contact the project manager
Transportation Planner Judith Gray at or construction 4
juditb@tigard-orgov or 503-718-2557. managers a
question,why not
Next steps stop by a Burnham
Street Coffee Talk?
2010-2012 2013-2014 They happen every
Early Work / Choose a Locally Preferred Alternative Friday morning at 7:30 a.m. at the
► Land Use refinement and visioning McDonald's on Main Street. Grab a
► Regional/ODOT review of highway traffic 2014-2016
/ Preliminary Engineering/Final Environmental cup of coffee and get a 2-week look
and future needs ahead at the construction schedule.
► Conceptual transit design to support this Impact Statement
early work 2016 For additional information,visit
► Corridor refinement for all modes in parallel / Finalize Federal Environmental Review with a the Burnham Street Construction web
with transit Record of Decision page at www..tivard-orgov/burnham or
contact Kim McMillan,Construction
2011-2013 2016 Services Engineering Manager at 503-
Alternatives Analysis / Finalize Funding Plan and Enter Final Design 718-2642 or kim@tigard-or.gov.
► Analyze a broad range of options and
alignments 2017-2021
► Draft Environmental Impact Statement / Construction
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Ilk Cityscape
A ,� ,� n Tigard Receives Tree City USA
Growth Award
For the second year in a row,
How Will You Celebrate? Tigard received the Tree City USA
Growth Award from the National
Arbor Day Foundation. This
honors our commitment to urban
Nationally,Arbor Day is celebrated the last Friday ofApril, but didyou know that the State of forestry during the 2009 calendar
Or
declares an entire week, notjust one day, as Arbor Week? In Oregon, the first week ofApril is year. Activities such as creating the
dedicated to celebrating trees. city's first Urban Forestry Master
On March 23,2090 Mayor Dirksen proclaimed the entire month of April to be Arbor Month in Plan and establishing standards for
the City of Tigard. The Mayor will be observing this pedal time by planting trees at Mary Woodward tree preservation and planting for
Elementary on April 8,2090 with the secondgrade class. all city projects,helped make the
city eligible for the Growth Award
this year.
Attend an Arbor Day Event Tigard has held Tree City USA
Tree Care Workshop—Introduction to SOLV-IT EVENT: status since 2001. We earned that
Ornamental Tree Pruning Mary Woodward Elementary Ivy Pull distinction with our Tree Board
■ Wednesday,April 7, 1:30 p.m. (12325 SW Katherine Street,Tigard) and urban forestry department,
Library Community Room ■ Saturday,April 17,9 a.m. to 1 p.m. a public tree care ordinance,
Arborist Phil Hickey will cover the basics (Fleet in the parking lot at the school) a comprehensive community
of pruning ornamental trees,the different Help us pull English Ivy from a new forestry program,and an Arbor
types of pruning techniques,and knowing stream restoration site.For more Day observance. "Trees are a vital
how to prune select branches for good information,contact Carla Staedter at component of the infrastructure in
canopy structure and form. 503-718-2788 or carla@tigard-or.gov. our cities and towns,and provide
environmental and economic
Tigard Tree Board Meeting OMI presents Forest Wonders benefits,"said John economic
■ Monday,April 12,6:30 p.m. at the Tigard Public Library
■ Tuesday,Aril 27, 6 m.and 7:30 m. President of the National Arbor
Library 2nd Floor Conference Room Y p p• P•
(2 performances) Community Room Day Foundation. "A community,
Cit Council Meeting: and its citizens,that recognize
Y g� Open to children grades K-5. FREE, these benefits and provide
Tree Stewardship Awards Presentation however,registration is required.
■ Tuesday,Aril 13 7:30 m. needed care for its trees deserves
p p Each session is limited to 30 participants. recognition and thanks."
Town Hall Contact Marissa Daniels at 503-718-2428
Tree Stewardship Awards will be or marissa@tigard-orgov to secure your spot. The 2009 Tree City USA
presented to those who contribute Growth Award will be presented to
to our city's urban forest. Mayor Craig Dirksen on April 13
by an Oregon Department of
Forestry representative.
What will you do to celebrate?
The following is a list of ways you receive updates about relevant meetings
and your family may want to join the City and events. �^ ;
of Tigard in celebrating Arbor Day all Visit the Library—Tigard's library 1
year long: has loads of books about trees,and has
Get involved in the process of a special Arbor Day book list available all
tl
updating Tigard's tree ordinances and month long.
standards to better protect and enhance Surf the Web—For information
the urban forest. Contact Marissa Daniels about Tigard's tree programs and policies
at 503-715-2428 or marissa@tigard-or.gov to visit www.tigard-orgov/Trees. '
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ACity of Tigard
RULES of the ROAD: DANGEROUS DRIVING�S"Top TEN" LIST
According to AAA and a survey 800,000 injuries each year in the U.S. changes and other forms of aggressive
by Forbes magazine,the ten most 4. Speeding: Speeding is a factor in driving often provoke responses that
deadly driving practices include: 13 percent of all collisions and one- can quickly spiral into dangerous
1.Texting and cell phones: The use
third of all traffic fatalities. confrontations.
of cell phones while driving increases 5.No safety belt: Contributes to 9•Poor vision: Outdated lenses
the risk of a collision by 400 percent. 5,000 fatalities each year. Safety belt or bad eyesight create serious risks,
Texting and the use of handheld cell use is especially important for children; especially at night when the fatality rate
phones while driving have been banned collisions are the leading cause of is three times higher than during the
in Oregon and several other states. A death for children under the age of 14. day.
California study suggests that the ban 10.Drowsy driving: Distracted
may be effective: textin while driving6.Understeering in corners:
y o g Speeding often contributes to this driving is the cause of 80 percent of all
has decreased by 70%. error,especially on two-lane secondary collisions,and sleepiness is one of its
2.Driving under the influence of roads. Drivers entering a curve too fast most dangerous forms.
alcohol or drugs: Alcohol abuse often panic,lose control and swerve These"top ten"practices are not only
contributes to 40 percent of the off the roadway. dangerous,they can lead to traffic
nation's 40,000 annual traffic fatalities citations for violating Oregon's Rules
and 60 percent of fatal collisions 7. Oversteering in corners: Like of the Road.
involving drivers aged 16-24. understeering,but with the opposite
result: the vehicle can spin out or
3.Bad weather: Failure to adapt to swerve into an oncoming lane. BY JUDGE MICHAEL J. O'BMEN
bad weather is the cause of about 1.5
8 Road rage: Tailgating,abrupt lane TIGARD MUNICIPAL COURT
million collisions,7,000 fatalities and
Fanno Creek Conference: Budget Cycle Begins New City Engineer is Here
Get Informed and Involved The City of Tigard's annual Ted Kyle accepted the position
The City Council and the budget cycle runs from July to June of of City Engineer on March 1.Mr.
Committee for Citizen Invol men[ the following year. By April,the city Kyle brings extensive experience to
are reviving the Fanno Creek is well into the budget development the city's engineering and construction
Conference.The conferen e process. For the second year in a row programs.His wide range of experi-
is to stimulate citize and departments have been instructed ence with all facets of public works
provide a forum on -issues. to prepare a status quo budget in program management will benefit the
The conferen on May 1 response to the economic climate. citizens of Tigard through more effec-
from 9 a.m. u m.in the The Budget Committee holds tive project design and construction
Library C Room.The three weekly public hearings starting practices.
morning atures a lively round on Monday,April 26 at the Public "I am thrilled to have Ted Kyle on
tab s on concerns ranging Works Auditorium. A fourth meeting board as the new City Engineer,"said
fro ildlife management to may occur if it is necessary to Craig Prosser,City Manager. "This key
prioritizing funding for transportation complete the process. These meetings position helps the city to provide qual-
and parks. result in an Approved Budget that ity public construction projects neces-
A luncheon speaker will be fol- goes to City Council for consideration sary to serve the citizens of Tigard.
lowed by an afternoon workshop with at a public hearing on June 8. Ted has the know-how and drive to get
information about committee and City If you have any questions or the job done,and we are fortunate to
Council service.There is no charge need more information,contact the have him."
for the conference,but registration is Financial&Information Services For more information,contact
required.Applications are available on- Director,Toby LaFrance,at 503-718- Public Works Director Dennis
line or by contacting Dianna Weston at 2406 or toby@tigard-orgov. Koellermeier at 503-718-2596 or
503-718-2402 or diannaw@tigard-orgov. dennis@tigard-orgov.
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Area 7: Meet Your New Win a $50 Certificate! Ring Found in
Web Administrator! This month we're asking residents
Welcome Patrick Hayes,the to log onto their neighborhood area City Sewer
new web administrator for Area 7 website and tell us what you like best During a
tigardarea7.blogspot.com. about your neighborhood area. Even recent sewer
A Tigard resident since 2005,he better(and fun for the whole family), line cleaning,
works as a systems integrator. He submit a photo to your web administra- a city worker
NI/J, ,_
for that illustrates why your neighbor- discovered a
and his wife Brigitte have a young `
son and bring lots of energy to the hood is A Place to Call Home. Each woman's ring.
winner will receive a$50 gift certificate If you've lost
neighborhood. (1 per area). a ring down the toilet,sink,or
Patrick takes the reins from tub,we may have found it!
Robert Tuck who is"retiring"to Not sure which neighborhood
devote time to being a new first-time you're in?Visit the city's web at For more information contact
dad! Thank you Robert,for a job Mu tigard-orgov/neigbborhood.The Greer Gaston at 503-718-2595 or
well done! drawing will take place May 1. greer@tigard orgov.
Library Gets High Marks Free Shred Event
Over 3,000 people responded to the Library,the biggest complaint was Sponsored by Tigard Police and
the Library's annual patron survey in about parking. Seven percent of them Pride Recycling
February. Of those who use expressed concerns about either * WHEN: Saturday,April 17
the check-out desk, the amount of parking or from 9 a.m.to noon or until the
reference services size of spaces. truck reaches capacity.
or the children's Friends of the Librax The Librax
Library Y * WHERE: Tigard City Hall Parking
desk,97 percent gig gook Sale has surveyed Lot(13125 SW Hall Blvd.)
rated their patrons annually
service as Friday,April 9, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for more than Have your confidential documents
excellent Saturday,April 10,9 a.m.-3 p.m. 15 years. Many destroyed free of charge by one of
or good. Library Community Room(13500 SW Hall) improvements Pride Recycling's trained customer
More than Books!DVDs!CDs!Recorded Books! Snap up some good and added service representatives.
54 percent deals at great prices on used and hardly used items. services,such 'Ik Limit: No more than two bags or
of those Would you like to help out? as longer hours boxes that can be easily carried.
who took the Contact info@tigardlibraryfriends.org. and weekend
� Consider bringing anon-perishable
survey visit PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE SUPPORT LIBRARY children's food item to donate to the
the library four PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. programs,have
or more times aTigard St.Vincent dePaul food
been implemented bank serving hungry Tigard area
month. because of past survey
residents.
Forty-one percent of results.
those surveyed said the would like the * Remember: Shredding paperwork
y y Thank you for your participation. can reduce the possibility of identity
ability to pay fines and fees online.When These comments help us identify your p ry
asked whether the had left the Librax theft.
y y interests and concerns so we can provide
dissatisfied, 80 percent said"No."Of better service and programming to meet * Check the web at wn)x..tigard-orgov/
those who expressed dissatisfaction with your needs. police for more event information.
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ACity of Tigard
West Nile Virus Monitoring Is Set To Begin
Trim, Cut, Mow... Ugh!
The City of Tigard and Washington ■ Maintain ponds,outdoor pools,
County will begin monitoring the mosquito and hot tubs. Stock outdoor ponds It takes only a few days of
mild,sunny weather to wake
population as part of a regional with mosquito-eating fish like
response plan to help protect our Gambusia.They're free for grass,trees and weeds.Restartt
your
community from an outbreak of Washington County residents. yard maintenance routine to avoid
West Nile Virus. 1 Call 503-846-8722 for details. the most common yard complaints
\ reported to the city:
Plans Include: i ■ Make sure window screens
fit securely and are without *` Cut grass and weeds often to
■ Collecting adult mosquitoes and keep them under 10"in height.
holes.
mosquito larvae,along with dead birds
which will be tested by Washington ■ Use an insect repellent containing Prune tree limbs to k and 14'
least
County for the virus. DEET or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. 8'above the sidewalk
Consult a physician before using DEET above the street.
■ Treating all city and school district- on children under two years of age. * Trim bushes and other plants so
owned storm drains with Larvicide. Follow all safety warnings while using they don't overhang sidewalks
Larvicide is a chemical that only affects this product. and streets.
mosquitoes and prevents larvae from
maturing into adults. ■ If you come across a dead bird,do * Maintain vegetation at intersec-
not touch it. Contact Brian Wheatley, tions and corners so it is always
■ Providing educational material to any
citizen with questions or concerns. Environmental Program Coordinator less than 3'tall.
for Tigard at 503-718-2610 or
■ Notifying the public of any West Nile Denny Carver,Mosquito Control *` Pick,cut,or spray weeds before
Virus outbreak. Coordinator for Washington County at they seed.
Protect Yourself 503-846-2904. Did You Know...
■ Eliminate standing water in tires, To learn more about the West Nile �k The public right-of--way,
buckets,wheelbarrows,and pots.Just Virus,visit the Centers for Disease Control including sidewalks and planter
one inch of water can breed 1,000 (CDC)website at wxw.cdcgov/westnile. strips,are part of your property
mosquitoes every seven days. maintenance responsibility.
Tree branches and roots
Parks Volunteers Needed! crossing into neighbor yards are
Has spring weather triggered not addressed by the city since
your desire to get they are private property issues.
y Please work with your neighbors
outside and enToy the lz�
when you share"vegetation.
fresh air?We need
Urban Forestry Update:
nature lovers to assist 'Ik The city provides a FREE
Volunteers Needed with our local parks, service that can help you work
One of the first steps recommended gardens,and trails.The Parks out compromises in challenging
in our Urban Forestry Master Plan is to Department is now recruiting for: situations with neighbors,
update the city's urban forestry related codes * Litter Patrols landlords,homeowner's
to protect,expand,and enhance the urban associations,and more. For
forest in a way that meets our community's * Trail Maintenance Crews information or assistance please
values.If you are interested in applying for * Invasive Species call the Dispute Resolution
the Citizen Advisory Committee or receiving Removal Teams Center at 503-526-2523.
updates on the progress of the code update, * Butterfly Garden Caretaker N a ,
please contact Marissa Daniels at 503-718- -0-
2428 or marissa@ligard-orgov. * Rhododendron Gardener '
Individuals with professional experience Interested?Contact
in arboriculture,land development, Environmental Coordinator
engineering,forestry,horticulture,landscape Carla Staedter at 503-718-2788 or
architecture,or urban planning are especially carla@tigard-orgov. We will find
encouraged to apply. the job that best works for you!
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mGAMING @ THE TIGARD
Shelf Li PUBLIC LIBRARY
News from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd. A world of games awaits you!
Wii Sports for Boomers&
Seniors
C • Monday,April 12
• Q 2-3:30 p.m. 0S
QQa Community Room
l.��-I " Calling all baby
` 1 1 p
boomers and
seniors!Join us
Hearing Voices 2010 Storytelling Festival Finale for the debut of
Saturday,April 17,7-8:30 p.m.,Community Room,All Ages our WiiTM Sports
series and learn how to bowl,golf,
Join us for the 6th Annual Hearing Voices Storytelling Festival featuring nationally play tennis or baseball with the WiiTM
known storyteller Willy Claflin. Nuestro Canto&The Brody Theater will also perform. gaming system.
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for their generous support of Hearing Voices. All you need is the ability to swing
your arm while holding the Wii'sTM
Sounds of Sarangi Volunteer Travel small controller.We'll show you the
Saturday,April 3,2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday,April 20,7-8:30 p.m. rest.Try your hand at more traditional
Houghton Room Community Room games,too.
Discover the unique sounds of this uni Come learn about new opportunities in
q volunteer travel—feel good by doing good. TGF(Teen Game Fest)
stringed instrument from India.Rose Wednesday,April 7,5-7 p.m.
Okada brings the"voice of a thousand Community Room,Grades 6-12
colors"for an up-close look at the Missoula Floods
sarangi's tones and traditions. Thursday April 22,7-8:30 p.m. This month,in addition to our video-
Community Room tastic games,flex your head muscles
with our mind-bending puzzles and
Teen Break Dance Battle Scott Burns,co-author of the new book
Friday,Aril 30 5-7 m. brain teasers.
p p• Cataclysms on the Columbia,will talk about
Community Room the Ice Age floods that formed the Teen Survivor:Library Edition
B-boys and girls: Columbia River Gorge. Thursday,April 22,5-7 p.m.,Puett Room
Join the Mid City Grades 6-12
Breakers for a Who will survive?Join us for an
friendly dance WEEKEND ADVENTURES evening of team competition,food
battle.Master Professor Banjo challenges,trivia games and scavenger
the fundamentals Saturday,April 3,1:30-2:30 p.m. hunts. Can you conquer the Real
of break dance and show off your phat Community Room,All Ages Library?
moves!All levels welcome.
Join us as we sing and dance with a special Family Game Fest
Intro to Ornamental Tree Pruning guest,banjo-slingin',old-time singin' Friday,April 23,4-6 p.m.
Wednesday,April 7,1:30-2:30 p.m.
Professor Banjo. Community Room,All Ages
Community Room Author Visit with Joe Spooner Bring the whole family
Learn how to prune your trees to make Saturday,April 17,1:30-2:30 p.m.,Puett Room and get your game on!
them look their best.Phil Hickey from Ages 5 and up We'll provide board
Pacific Arbor Consulting will teach the In honor of National Library Week,local games,Twisterg,video
basics of pruning ornamental trees, picture book author Joe Spooner will talk games on the big screen
techniquesmakin ro er cuts and and snacks.
q , g p p about his books,including N is for Nostril,
more. and give a few lessons on cartooning.
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City of Tigard PRSRT STD
CodeRED Reaches Thousands More " 13125 SW Hall Blvd. US Postage
OR 97223 PAID
,
Tigard has been using the CodeRED Emergency ' ' TTigard,
-4171
Communications Network for over two years now. A Portland,OR
recent software upgrade now provides both email and Permit No 2528
text messaging capabilities.
In an emergency,this
high-speed notification
system is capable of
reaching thousands of POSTAL CUSTOMER
citizens per minute.
CodeRED allows Tigard
officials to communicate Regular Council Meetings: Tuesday,April 13,20,27
time-sensitive,personalized messages to residents. @ 6:30 p.m.,Tigard Town Hall(13125 SW Hall Blvd.)
To ensure your contact information is in the Budget Committee Meeting: Monday, April 26
database,log onto xm)x..tigard-orgov/CodeBed.You will be cu 6:30 p.m.,Public Works Auditorium (8777 SW Burnham)
required to provide your street address (physical address,
no P.O.Boxes) and a primary phone number and email. All meetings are open to the public. Council agendas are
If you don't have Internet access,but wish to receive available online at zvwsvtigard orgovlcouncil or contact
emergency notifications,call Mike Lueck at 503-718-2593 Cathy Wheatley at 503-718-2410 or cathy@tigard-orgov.
during regular business hours.
UPDATE: Budget Committee Meeting has been
Getting the word out about an emergency moved to Monday, May 3, 630 p.m., Public
is essential to public safety. Works Auditorium
Bike Tigard Map Available Celebrate 101 Years with Safety Town 2010
Have you seen the new Bike Curtis Tigard Tigard Safety Town is a nine-day
Tigard map? This WHEN: Saturday,April 17,1-3 p.m. session that teaches children about
o safety through the use of puppets,
waterproof/tear
WHERE: John Tigard House(Corner of films, art projects,music and hands-on
resistant map shows Canterbury Lane/103rd Avenue)
activities such as riding through our own
trails and low-volume The Tigard Historical Safety Town!
streets that are great routes for Association is hosting a birthday
bicycling in Tigard.The map party to celebrate Curtis Tigard's WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE0
helps you find connections to Kids who have a birthday
101st birthday. Please stop by,
neighborhoods,parks,schools, have some cake and wish Curtis a between September 1, 2003 and
shops,transit,and other key "happy birthday!" January 1, 2006. No exceptions.
destinations around the city.It's REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
great for planning commutes, Curtis Tigard is the son of
Charles F. Tigard, and the grandson of Saturday,April 10 @ Tigard City
recreational rides,family outings, Hall, 13125 S.W. Hall Blvd., 9 a.m. for
and even walking and running Wilson Tigard, original settlers Tigard residents and 9:45 a.m. for non-
routes. of the Tigard area. residents. Registration Fee: $60
Copies are available at city SAFETY TOWN SESSION DATES:
offices and the Tigard Library. For >June 21-July 1 or July 6-July 16
more information or to order a >9-1 1:15 a.m. or Noon-2:15 p.m.
map,check out our website at >Mary Woodward Elementary School
www.tigard-or.gov/biketigardor contact
DETAILS: Visit the city's website at
Andrea Consalus at 503-718-2461. _ www.tigard-or.gov/safetytown