10/2016 Mayor's Corner October 2016
The Tigard City Council has put out three measures for this year's general election. Also,
there are two council seats up for election. Please read the measures and candidate
statements carefully, and make an informed decision on each. Whether you feel voting is a
right or a responsibility, please vote!
On Monday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 6 p.m., the Tigard Downtown Association will host its annual
Trick-or-Treat Main Street. Bring your family downtown in costume and patronize local
Tigard businesses and receive treats for your children. I handed out candy down there for
years, and seeing all of the cute kids and original costumes makes me smile immensely.
Family Fest weekend was a huge success. I hope you were able to attend the Movie in the
Park, Fun Run, Tour de Parks, Downtown Street Fair and new Tour of Latin America. All
events were heavily attended and a great time was had by all who gathered for community
fun. Thanks to all the volunteers who put on each of the events.
Thank you to everyone who came out for the last council outreach events at Cook Park and
Summerfield. The hot dogs and lively discussion were really enjoyable.
My next "Fireside Chat with the Mayor" is on October 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at
Symposium Coffee, 12345 SW Main St.
My October quote of the month is by Abraham Lincoln, "We can complain because rose
bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses."