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01/01/2018 Cityscape City of Tigard Newsletter: January 2018 Edition Page 1 of 6 Subscribe Past Issues Trans Please let us know if you have problems viewing this email. View this email in your browser. Share Tweet Forward C YSCAPE TIG IT ga Official • r r January 2018 CITY OF TIGARD EVENTS TIGARD LIBRARY EVENTS City Council Meeting: Tue.,Jan. 2 » Comic Juggler Henrik Bothe: Tue.,Jan. 9 Mayor's Fireside Chat: Thu., Jan. 4 » Hearts and Stars Kids Crafts: Sat.,Jan. 13 Symposium Coffee » MLK Day Together at the Table: City Council Meeting: Tue.,Jan. 9 Mon., Jan. 15 City Council Meeting: Tue.,Jan. 16 » Bob Dylan Tribute: Sat.,Jan. 20 City Council Meeting: Tue.,Jan. 23 »Author Steve Holgate: Sun.,Jan. 21 See full calendar See full calendar City of g. • January i Edition Page 2 of• Making Connections and Building Community Tigard resident, mom and volunteer Jennifer Vasicek wants to make Tigard a better place for her kids and neighbors. In addition to leading a school biking and walking group, she serves on the Tigard Library Foundation and Pedestrian and Bicyclist Subcommittee. "I like a lot of the programs they've come up with—the annual Egg Hunt, tree lighting, things you can enjoy with your family," said Vasicek. "I love the Fanno Creek Trail. I love the Downtown Farmers Markets. I love the city's mission." Read more... Y , • Your Safe Routes . . . 's Morse Tackles to School Yard Signs the Art and Science of The city's Safe Routes to School program is launching a campaign to As part of the Tigard Police encourage safe driving in Department's traffic unit, Officer Rod neighborhoods. Star • Jan. 10, the Morse brings 15 years of experience free sig •- • promoting 1 MPH helping with crash reconstruction City of Tigard Newsletter: January 2018 Edition Page 3 of 6 designated locations for displaying behavior and reduce crash in neighborhoods. Read more... frequency. Read more... Mayor's Corner: Happy New Year! Looking to 2018, we have a lot of important work ahead. We're putting together our budget and focusing on what we need to do to ensure we ... provide a safe community with a sound future. This will take a lot of thought, effort and input from everyone—so please be a part of this conversation. Read more... A � Tigard Library Hosts 2018 Park Reservations Together at the Table Will Open on Jan. 2 Program on MLK Day Park shelter reservations will be accepted To celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, starting on Jan. 2. Host your company the Tigard Public Library will host the picnic, wedding or family reunion in Together at the Table program on Tigard's wonderful parks. Reservations Monday, Jan. 15, from 1-7 p.m. The are accepted on a first-come, first-served program is designed to bring members of basis. A $5 discount is applied to all the community together to learn more reservations made online; sports field about each other. Everyone is welcome to reservations will begin on March 5. Read drop in for a conversation. Read more... more... Apply for Community Events and Social Service Grants Registered nonprofits and community event organizers are encouraged to apply for Tigard's Social Services and Community Event Grants. Tigard sets aside a portion of the operating budget each year to assist agencies whose work aligns with the City Council's goals. Applications can be found online and must be submitted by Feb. 8. Read more... New Task Force Will Study Housing Options With a growing population, the city is seeking to expand housing choices that are inclusive and address demand. The City Council has directed the staff to create a Housing Options Task Force to study cottage clusters, accessory dwelling units and other housing types that City of Tigard Newsletter: January 2018 Edition Page 4 of 6 are affordable and age-friendly. The city seeks three residents and one member of a housing advocacy group. Read more... Residents Make Leaf Disposal and Food Drive a Success In 2017, Public Works collected more leaves and more donations than ever before. All told, residents donated 7,100 pounds of food and $546 to the Tigard St. Vincent DePaul food pantry. Thanks to all who participated. Read more... 2018 Parks & Rec Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities Kick off the new year with a Parks & Rec partnership. Opportunities include event sponsorship, activity guide advertising and more. Read more... Task Force for the Homeless Offers Proposals to Council In December 2017, the Task Force for the Homeless presented its recommendations to the City Council. The group's top proposal calls for the city to help the local nonprofit Just Compassion with the funding of a permanent day shelter for area homeless. Read more... Tigard's Municipal Court: Getting Justice Locally Did you know Tigard has a court? You may not have had a reason to visit the Tigard Municipal Court, but chances are you know someone who has. The court has been in place since the 1960s, and thousands of Tigard residents have had their cases resolved here. Read more... Supporting Our Businesses and Future Workforce Tigard's Economic Development team wants to make it easy for Tigard's 3,000-plus businesses to find and recruit talented students who can contribute to their long-term success in the local and regional workforce. Economic Development's intern resources website makes it easy for local firms to streamline their recruitment. Read more... City Council Recap for December The City Council heard a staff report from the Levy and Bond Advisory Task Force. The task force recommended the council refer a local option levy to voters in May 2018. The council also held a public hearing and adopted an ordinance on the second phase of the Tigard Triangle Lean Code, which will accelerate pedestrian-friendly development in the Triangle area. Read more... Rules of the Road: Move Over or Slow Down Effective Jan. 1, Oregon's"move over or slow down" law requires drivers to change lanes or reduce speed when approaching any stopped vehicle that"is displaying required warning lights or hazard lights, or a person is indicating distress by using emergency flares or posting emergency signs." Read more... Tigard Chamber Offers College Scholarship Awards The Tigard Chamber of Commerce is offering three $1,000 scholarships to eligible student City of Tigard Newsletter: January 2018 Edition Page 5 of 6 applicants who live or go to school in zip codes 97223 and 97224. Apply by Feb. 22. Awards will given on April 27 at the Shining Stars Community Awards Gala. Read more... Resolve to Give: January Blood Drive Make a donation appointment for Jan. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Tigard Public Library. "By taking just about an hour of time today, you can help save someone's life within a few weeks or even days of your donation,"says Nick Gehrig, of the Red Cross Blood Services. Read more... TVF&R Offers Tips to Carry You Safely into 2018 The start of the new year is the perfect time to consider personal and home safety steps that can help carry you and your family safely into and through 2018. Save time and money by avoiding winter-related damage to your Tigard home or business. Read more... Ar t ' ir Stay Connected When Severe Weather Strikes When severe and winter weather strike, the City of Tigard will be ready with up-to- date information at your fingertips. Get the latest updates on our social media channels, check our website for tips and learn who to call to report water, stormwater, street or park emergencies during and after hours. Read more... ONLINE SERVICES MAJOR PROJECTS >> Mapping Services >> Economic Development Park Shelter Rentals >> Downtown Tigard Permits and Inspections >> SW Corridor Ticket Payments >> Strategic Plan Utility Payments >>Tigard Triangle Job Opportunities >> Water Partnership City of Tigard Newsletter: January 2018 Edition Page 6 of 6 00 s 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. Residents, businesses,friends and followers can also sign up to receive Cityscape in their inbox. www.tigard-or.gov/subscription/ Copyright©2018 City of Tigard, Oregon All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: City of Tigard 13125 SW Hall Tigard, OR 97223 Add us to your address book City of Tigard Website:www.tigard-or.gov Unsubscribe I tigardnews@tigard-or.gov Update Your Preferences