Resolution No. 18-55 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL
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A RESOLUTION THANKING CITY COUNCILOR MARC WOODARD FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
SERVICE TO THE CITY OF TIGARD
WHEREAS, Marc T. Woodard has served as a Tigard Ciry Councilor since January 1, 2011
through December 31, 2018; and
WHEREAS, over the course of Councilor Woodard's eight years of service, he helped the city
recover from challenges triggered by a national recession, contributed to regional conversations
about transportation planning, championed the creation of public private sector partnerships to
create long-term investments in economic development; and
WHEREAS, during his two terms in office, Councilor Woodard tirelessly advocated for
improvements within the Downtown Tigard Urban Renewal District, as well as helping to create a
new,voter-approved Urban Renewal District in the Tigard Triangle; and
WHEREAS,in partnership with Business Oregon, Councilor Woodard strongly supported the
creation of the Tigard Enterprise Zone as an economic development tool that encourages local
businesses to grow by investing in new facilities and new employees; and
WHEREAS, his commitment to addressing the needs of Tigard's homeless population led to the
creation of a Homelessness Task Force that joined forces with healthcare professionals and faith-
based providers in the region to address the needs of this under-served population, and he
championed the city's contributions to a regional conversation about affordable housing as a major
component of attracting business and a qualified workforce to the region; and
WHEREAS, Councilor Woodard's greatest achievements and lasting legacy come from his strong
advocacy of Parks and Recreation services and opportunities for Tigard residents. With Councilor
Woodard's guidance, Tigard continued to strategically acquire park and greenspace using funds
from the city's voter-approved $17 million Park and Open Space bond, preserving natural areas for
residents and visitors to enjoy for generations to come; and
WHEREAS, Councilor Woodard's tireless support for adoption and implementation of the city's
Parks and Recreation Master Plan lead to the creation of a new quarterly Recreation Guide that
gathered the community's wide-ranging recreation providers and community event opportunities
into one publication for residents to sample; and
WHEREAS, his passion for walking and connecting with residents led to a strategic vision to make
Tigard the most walkable community in the Pacific Northwest where people of all ages and
abilities enjoy healthy and interconnected lives; and
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WHEREAS, his support for physical activity and transportation options led to a city partnership
with Portland State University's School of Urban Studies and Planning for a cornerstone project
studying Tigard's neighborhood walkability and plans for implementing alternative transportation
modes; and
WHEREAS, Councilor Woodard contributed his time, energy and ideas to the creation of the
River Terrace Community Plan, designed to welcome new residents to the city he loves and
address everything needed for a community of distinction on Tigard's western border; and
WHEREAS, Councilor Woodard contributed his time as the Planning Commission Liaison in
2011-2012 that laid the groundwork for the future development of the Tigard Triangle, he
championed code rewrites, transportation improvements, and details that will attract business,
residents and visitors to a vibrant, thriving and regional attraction for years to come; and
WHEREAS, not only did he dedicate 424 Tuesday evenings to serving as a City Councilor, he
gave additional time, talent and wisdom to his community as City Council representative to the
Intergovernmental Water Board, Park& Rec Advisory Board, Committee for Community
Engagement, Metropolitan Area Communications Commission, Tigard Transportation Advisory
Committee, Tigard Budget Committee, City Center Development Agency, the Mayor's
Appointment Advisory Committee, the Washington County Coordinating Committee and the
Clackamas River Water Providers Consortium Board—always with the goal of ensuring the best
future for Tigard and its citizens.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council that:
SECTION 1: The Tigard City Council, residents and city staff, in grateful appreciation for
his contributions to the community, hereby recognize Councilor Woodard
for his meritorious and dedicated service to the city.
SECTION 2: This resolution is effective immediately upon passage.
PASSED: This _ day of 2018.
Jas . Snider, Council President
City of Tigard
ATTEST:
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Ke y Burgoy , Deputy Oty A-order
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