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Cityscape 2012-10 City of Tigard's Official Newsletter IT PE C YSCA ddL�= Mayor's Corner Voters to Decide at November 6 Election You may have seen the news that two Public On August 21,2012 the Tigard City Council voted to Works employees saved the life of a co-worker who submit a charter amendment to the voters requiring 5.1 suffered a massive heart attack on the job.Their quick ' action enabled the employee to survive until TVF&R a public vote prior to imposing new or additional local o paramedics arrived with expert care.I would guess that taxes or fees to fund light rail construction. a~—: "` r Here is the full text as it will a you didn't hear about the young woman from Tigard appear on the ballot. who took the time to help a lost and upset tourist find her hotel after five hours of fruitless searching. You may not hear every story but you can be assured Measure No. 34-203 that every day in Tigard there are ordinary people VOTE REQUIRED TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS FOR LIGHT performing extraordinary acts of kindness and service RAIL CONSTRUCTION. that benefit the community and residents who make Tigard A Place to Call Home. QUESTION: The city is special because we have people who are Shall Tigard be required to get voter approval before authorizing new or willing to contribute their time,expertise and opinions additional taxes or fees for light rail construction? on issues that impact us all.There's no better way to invest in your community than through volunteering. SUMMARY: Take a moment to review the list of Board and If approved by voters,this measure would add a section to the Tigard Committee openings on page 5.Whatever your interest, Charter prohibiting the City of Tigard from increasing a current tax or there's a way you can enrich your community. fee or authorizing a new local tax or fee for construction costs to build or Of course the best way to influence community expand light rail transit line infrastructure without voter authorization. policy is through voting.This is an election year and Tigard would be required to hold an election and state the amount of Tigard voters have some decisions to make at the ballot new or additional taxes or fees that would be used to construct the box.Voting is not just a right or a privilege;it's a duty infrastructure for light rail. of democracy that requires the participation of every American citizen.Your opinion gets counted by voting. Tigard voters would authorize or decline to authorize the spending of the new or additional taxes or fees.This measure could,if passed,limit If you're not registered to vote,there's still time. the City of Tigard's ability to provide the local funding match that might Washington County's voter registration deadline is be necessary to access federal and state transportation funding. October 16,2012.Not sure you're still registered?The Oregon Secretary of State website can tell you;visit Today there has been no transit mode selected for high capacity transit them at zvwxtoregonvotes.org. to serve the southwest Metro region.This measure would apply if light Regards, rail is the mode selected. This Charter Amendment would automatically expire ten years after its effective date. Craig E.Dirksen,Mayor TIGARD CITY COUNCIL: MAYOR CRAIG DIRKSEN,GRETCHEN BUEHNER, MARLAND HENDERSON, NICK WILSON, MARC WOODARD A& City of Tigard RULES of the ROAD: Books, Bags and Bibliophiles WILL HUMAN DRIVERS BECOME OBSOLETE? What do those three subjects have in common?You will find all Imagine seeing two trucks and According to proponents,CVT of them at the Friends of the Tigard three cars traveling in a tight cluster technologies like the caravan are safer Library Fall Book Sale. down the freeway at 55 mph.As they because they eliminate human error. come closer,it's clear that the five The caravan also reduces driver fatigue vehicles are only about 20 feet,or less and lowers fuel costs (by 20 percent) than half a second,apart.A typical since closer following distances reduce BCIDK driver with a reaction time of 1.5 drag. seconds would not be able to brake CVT systems are under intensive SAL quickly enough in an emergency.These study by auto manufacturers and vehicles are clearly not maintaining many governments. Some are already Meet other book fans at the the"reasonable and prudent"distance available to helpdriversark and avoid p three-day sale. Find some real gems required by Oregon law.All four drivers rear-end collisions. Others can warn behind the lead truck could be cited for among a bonanza of books,DVDs, drivers about hazards like vehicles in CDs and more in the library's "following too closely." their blind spot,oncoming cars in the Burgess Community Room. But the video I'm watching is on passing zone and vehicles approaching YouTube,not in the courtroom,and an intersection.The more experimental Shop Friday and Saturday, October for the best selection and Sunday,the four vehicles behind the leader CVT systems may not be available for y,October 7,for the best aren't under the control of human ten years. drivers.The video shows a"caravan" deals. On Sunday,just bag it. Cram as There are two obvious risks many items as you want in a grocery experiment in"connected vehicle in relying on CVTs:they could bag and take them home for only$2 technologies" (CVTs) that took place malfunction,as computers are a bag.Where else will you find a deal over a distance of 120 miles on a sometimes known to do,and drivers Spanish freeway. five vehicles like that. Pick up some great reads at p y could become so dependent upon the Friends sale and you'll never be at were wirelessly connected by onboard them that they stop paying attention a loss for words. computers,GPS devices,lasers and to the road. CVT developers will need cameras that constantly exchanged to overcome some healthy skepticism BOOK SALE HOURS: data.These devices monitor the speed, before their systems are accepted by direction and distance between the dr �k Friday,October 5 and Saturday, drivers. October 6: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. vehicles to make constant adjustments to ensure safety at highway speeds. BY JUDGE MICHAEL J. O'BiuEN Sunday,October 7: TIGARD MUNICIPAL COURT 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Play it Safe for Halloween Halloween is a fun time for til Kids love to help with the pumpkin WP Treating your kids to a spooky and kids! Here are a few tips to carving.Small children shouldn't be fun Halloween dinner will make them allowed to use a sharp knife to cut the less likely to fill up on the candy they keep everyone safe... top or the face.There are many kits collect before you have a chance to * Help your child pick out(or make) a available that come with tiny saws that check it for them. costume that will be safe.Make it fire work better than knives and are safer, A parent or responsible adult should resistant;the eye holes should be large although it's still possible to be cut by always accompany young children on enough for good peripheral vision. them.It's best to let the kids clean out their neighborhood rounds. the pumpkin and draw a face on it, If you set jack-o-lanterns on your which you can carve for them. " If your older children are going alone, porch with candles in them,make Remind your kids of basic safety or with friends,plan and review the sure that they are far enough out of route that is acceptable to you.Agree the way so that kids'costumes won't rules:never get into a stranger's car or on a specific time when they should accidentally be set on fire. enter a home,look both ways before return home. crossing the street,etc. Paget www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Library is Closed Shelf Arc. LmIfe on Chursdays Mews from the Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd. Democracy Deciphered Singer/Songwriter Renegade Rose Morris Dancers Sunday,October 7 1 Houghton Room Luzelena Mendoza Wednesday,October 10 7-8 p.m. Sunday,October 141 Burgess Community Room Tuesday,October 30 7-8:30 p.m. Burgess Community Room I All Ages 2-3:30 p.m. Burgess Community Room With bright costumes and flourishing Just in time for election season,join Songwriter and front-woman for the band handkerchiefs and sticks,Renegade us for two workshops about the Y La Bamba,Luzelena Mendoza blends the Rose Morris Dancers will transport folk songs she learned as a child in Mexico structure of government,how to you to another time and place with decipher political ads,how to find with a distinctive Pacific Northwest sound. their English folk dances. reliable information about the issues Bi you care about and more.The second The g Blow workshop will also tackle federal taxes The 1962 Columbus Day Storm Teen Read Week and tax reform. Come to one or both Friday,October 12 7-8:30 p.m. sessions for nonpartisan discussions Burgess Community Room Sunday, October 14 — and activities. Civics 201 for 2012... On the 50th anniversary of this legendary Saturday, October 20 and more fun! storm,Kathie Dello from the Oregon Celebrate by partying at the Sci-Fi ........................•••••.. .•.......••••••. Climate Service Showdown,entering the Future 50 Presidential Debates at Oregon State f Writing Contest and checking out the l On the big screen in the Burgess Community Room University and book displays aYs in the young adult area. As Election Day draws near,tune in to George Taylor 'M1* ' ? Future 50 Writing Contest the 2❑d and 3rd televised events to learn of Applied Climate Services _ Deadline:Monday,October 8 the candidates'position on the issues. in Corvallis Get submission forms at the Second Presidential Debate: will discuss the Children's or Young Adult Reference - Tuesday,October 16 6-7:30 p.m. science and lore Desks or at wwwtigard-orgov/library/ Hofstra University in Hempstead,New York behind"The Big Blow" teens.Stories must be 50 words or less Third Presidential Debate: and set in the future. - Monday,October 22 6-7:30 p.m. Sacred Nepali Dance ✓ Winner receives a$25 Powell'sgift Lynn University in Boca Raton,Florida Dance Mandal card;runner-up wins a$10 Sesame Monday,October 117-8:30 p.m. Donutgift card. National Novel Writing Month Burgess Community Room I All ages ✓ Winners announced at the Sci-Fi Tackle the Ultimate Writer's Workout Dance Mandal brings the traditional Showdown. Monday,October 29 6:30-8 p.m. dance form Charya Nritya,its music and ................................................. Burgess Community Room costumes to life. Sci-Fi Showdown November is National Novel Writing Monday,October 15 5-7 p.m. Month.Novelists around the globe are Home Schooling in Oregon Burgess Community Room gearing up for a 30- Tuesday,October 23 7-8:30 p.m. day writing marathon. Puett Room I For Parents Perform a science.experiment in our lab,attempt to survive the Hunger Whether you have Oregon Home Education Network will Games arena and compete in a Dark "won"NalloWriMo present a panel of Oregon home-schoolers. Side vs.Light Side trivia game with before or want to try Panelists will provide an overview of real Storm Troopers as co-hosts. it for the first time, home schooling in Oregon and answer Complete all tasks and win a free copy prepare yourself with your questions.Participants will receive of Ender'.r Game b Orson Scott Card this e talk b veteran IChOat Y pep Y a handout with a list of home schooling while supplies last. writing coach Christina Katz. resources. October2012 www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 Page 4 City of Tigard 4 Pe L40L&7k"0_d Area 10 Halloween Canine Now That's Initiative! Costume Contest Congratulations to Sophie Daily, appearance to a professional and a young resident of Neighborhood attractive entryway to this established Network Area 10,who exemplifies the city neighborhood. M saying,"the difference between try and triumph is a little umph!" Residents in ✓w the Whistlers Walk i. subdivision were Mj discouraged by their inability to ti get a developer to Your four-legged pal has been make repairs to an waiting for this all year! Guaranteed entryway signthat Y, to be more fun than chewing up was falling apart and r a brand new slipper or snatching getting older, (not a sandwich from the kitchen better)with age.Then counter—it's the Tigard Dog Park Sophie got involved.According to her Sophie,the neighbors of Committee's 11`'Annual Halloween neighbor,Diane Powell,"This young Whistlers Walk are proud of your Canine Costume Contest. lady walked around(the neighborhood) achievement and offer their thanks WHEN:Saturday,October 27, and gathered enough money from for your efforts to beautify the registration begins at 10:30 a.m., neighbors to have the sign re-done by neighborhood's welcome sign.The judging at 11 a.m. an artist."Sophie accomplished her City Council and city staff are pretty WHERE: (NEw LOCATION goal and restored the sign's youthful impressed too! Way to go! Ash Avenue Dog Park(just off Burnham Street) Start planning your canine companion's costume today.Human Trick or Treat on escorts are welcome to dress up too! Main Street A celebrity panel of judges will be Wednesday, October 31 0 on hand to award prizes for the best 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. costumes.All participants will be eligible for great raffle prizes! Tigard kids and parents... Look for participating merchants who The City of Tigard isproud to bave three will be passing out treats to the kids! off-leash dogparks and was the first city in Enjoy a safe and fun Halloween! x [Fashington County to create theseparks.Dog l park users are resonsible for keeping the parks If you have questions,please contact �y y s f safe and clean so they can continue to be enjoyed Bridget Bayer at 503-290-4377 or "t/�� by allpark visitors.For more information on bridges@bampdx.com or Margaret at Tyler's Automotive at 503-639-5588. Tigard dog parks,visit the city's website at www..tigard-orgov/parks. Page www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 CITYSCAPE Cityscape Newsletter Is Public Service For You? The city is seeking volunteers to serve on four different boards. How do you know which one is right for you? Consider the following... Getting to Know You... Tigard Transportation renewal and economic development;or Advisory Committee (TTAC) have an interest or expertise in urban - Whether you're a seasoned volunteer,or planning or design,affordable housing making your first foray into public service, Mission:The TTAC advises the City tell us about yourself!To be considered Council and staff on transportation creation or real estate development. matters within the city. Interested?Three (3)voting positions for any of these appointments,you'll need will be filled.Applications must be to fill out a Citizen Committee Interest Time Commitment: Expect to meet one evening a month for approximately received by 5 p.m. on Thursday, application.Find one in the City Hall two hours,with opportunities to November 8.If you have questions, lobby at 13125 SW Hall Boulevard or on contact Redevelopment Project participate in additional transportation- the city's website at www.tigard-or.gov/ specific activities.Appointees serve Manager Sean Farrelly at 503-718-2420 volunteer. 3-year terms. or lean@tigard-or.gov. Do You Like... long-range planning, . Some positions require the applicant to PlanningCommission transportation alternatives and their be a resident or business owner within effects on a growth,working p g g with Mission:The Planning Commission the Tigard city limits.In other cases, agencies at all levels of government, advises the City Council on general land certain professions must be represented, bringing realistic advice to City Council use and transportation planning issues, or excluded either by state enabling act or for consideration? and acts as a hearings body for certain local ordinance. Interested?Three (3)vacant land use applications. Commissioners positions will be filled;one Tigard contribute to the city's Comprehensive •••••••..•••••• resident and two business owners or Plan,assist in the formulation of Budget Committee representatives from a Tigard business. community investment plans,and Mission:The Budget Committee is Applications must be received by 5 advance cooperative relationships responsible for deliberating on the p.m. on Monday,October 22.If you within the community. city's Proposed Budget and sending an have questions about TTAC activities, Time Commitment:Expect to Approved Budget to the City Council contact Judith Gray at 503-718-2557 or meet up to two evenings per month for adoption.They meet quarterly to judith@tigard-orgou for approximately two hours. receive financial updates from the city Commissioners serve a 4-year term. ..................... ....._.... staff. City Center Advisory If You Like... guiding land use and Time Commitment: Expect to meet Commission (CCAC) development at the municipal level, six times throughout the year with the Mission:The CCAC advises the City applying and interpreting Municipal majority of those being in April/May. Center Development Agency on urban Code to real proposals,or if you have Appointees serve a 3-year term, renewal projects in downtown. a background or interest in planning, Do You Like... number crunchin engineering or law. g Time Commitment:Approximately and finding solutions to financial two hours each month,with an hour Interested?Two (2)voting positions challenges? per month to review material.Voting will be filled.Applications must Interested?Two (2)vacant positions positions serve a 3-year term. be received by 5 p.m.on Monday, will be filled.Applications must be Do You Like... findinginnovative October 22. If you have questions received by 5 p.m. on Thursday, about the Planning Commission, ways to improve downtown Tigard as contact Doreen Laughlin at 503-718- November 8.For more information a lace to live work andplay;for • about the Budget Committee,contact p forging 2447 or doreen@tigard-or.gov. public/private partnerships;finding Toby LaFrance at 503-718-2406 or innovative ways to advance urban toby@tigard-orgov. October2012 www.tigard-or.gov•503-718-2476 Page City of Tigard PRSRT STD Interested in a 13125 SW Hall Blvd. US Postage Law Enforcement Career? Tigard,OR 97223 PAID Consider Becoming a Reserve Police Officer 503-718-2476 Portland,OR Permit No 2528 Reserve officers are integral members of the Tigard Police Department who provide the P£1ti£y°0ftt7,R city with a cadre of trained, competent police officers. POSTAL CUSTOMER These officers supplement regular personnel and are f'(`Y 1 f;t'• invaluable to the department in WU60 an emergency when manpower is critical. Reserve officers primarily supplement the Patrol Division but may also assist the Investigation and Records Divisions or any other City Center Development Agency Meeting: assignment at the direction of the Chief of Police. 0- October 2 @ 6:30 p.m.,Red Rock Creek Conf.Room It's a great way to gain experience for a career in law City Council Meetings: enforcement. ► October 9, 16,23 @ 6:30 p.m. Learn more about the Tigard Police Reserve Officer Program at www.tigard-or.gov/police/department/ reserves.asp. Meetings are held at City Hall(13125 SW Hall Blvd.) and are open to the public.Council agendas are available online at wwwtigard-orgov/council or contact Cathy Wheatley at 503-718-2410 or catby@tigard-orgov. Got Leaves?We Can Help Attention Stream Lovers and Tree Huggers Leaf Disposal&Food Drive Volunteers are needed to help Tigard residents are encouraged to drop off the city and Friends of Trees plant leaves and donate non-perishable food items at the 800 native trees and shrubs.This 10th annual free Leaf Disposal and Food Drive.The event is part of a regional challenge to event will be held at Cook Park,at the end of 92nd install 2 million trees in the Tualatin Avenue just off of Durham Road near Tigard High River Watershed over the next 20 School. years.Tigard has installed more than Drop off leaves and food items between 9 a.m. 100,000 native plants since the"Tree hugger and 3 p.m.on any of the following days: for All"challenge began in 2005. Planting season is here.Let's get Saturday, November 10 Saturday, November 17 started, Saturday, December 1 Saturday, December 8 WHEN: Saturday,October 20,from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Leaves can be loose or bagged. WHERE: Fanno Creek at the Grant Avenue Bridge near downtown. We will accept plastic bags,but paper WHY: Streams lined with native vegetation provide bags are preferred. cleaner water,better flood management and A donation of two non-perishable promote fish and wildlife habitat. food items is recommended.Donations will be forwarded to Tigard's St.Vincent de REGISTRATION:Required for groups of three or more. Paul food distribution facility. Dress for the weather;rubber boots are recommended. For more information,contact Wastewater Tools and gloves will be provided.To register your group,contact Operations Supervisor Rob Block at 503-718-2607 or Environmental Program Coordinator Carla Staedter at 503-718- rob@tigard-orgov. 2788 or carla@tigard-orgov.