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Tue, 07/23/2019
July 23, 2019 — This Wednesday, the Home Builders Association of Metro Portland unofficially kicks-off the 2019 NW Natural Street of Dreams with a ticketed “Block Party” event, 6-10 pm, to celebrate the opening of this year’s street.
Anticipating the arrival of several hundred guests during peak traffic time on Wednesday evening, the City is cautioning commuters to expect heavier-than-normal traffic near the event site at Boeckman Rd. and Stafford Rd.
Drivers are cautioned to expect delays or, if possible, to avoid driving in the area during Wednesday’s peak afternoon commute. The City has issued a traffic advisory through the Oregon Department of Transportation’s TripCheck system advising motorists to be aware of the potential delays.
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Mon, 07/22/2019
July 22, 2019 — At the July 15, 2019, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council authorized an agreement with Portland General Electric (PGE) to participate in PGE’s Green Tariff clean-energy program. The 15-year commitment is allowing the City to receive 100 percent of its power from renewable energy sources after PGE’s 100MWh solar facility is complete in 2021.
The Council adopted the annual “Explore Wilsonville” tourism-promotion business and marketing plans, which are funded by local transient taxes paid by overnight lodging visitors. The plans, which implement the ExploreWilsonville.com tourism website and related advertising marketing, are designed to attract visitors to Wilsonville’s restaurants, hotels, retail establishments and other local attractions.
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Thu, 07/11/2019
July 11, 2019 — The first meeting of the City of Wilsonville’s new Equitable Housing Strategic Plan Task Force is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 4:30-6:30 pm, at Wilsonville City Hall, 29799 SW Town Center Loop E.
The public meeting provides the City’s project team an opportunity to introduce the task force members, report initial findings from a market analysis currently underway and discuss the project parameters.
Wilsonville is developing an Equitable Housing Strategic Plan, funded in part by a grant from Metro, to provide a clearer path to affordable housing for people of all household compositions, income ranges, ages and life stages.
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Wed, 07/03/2019
July 3, 2019 — The City of Wilsonville is hosting several family-friendly community events this summer, including the City’s annual Community Block Party. These free events are designed to bring friends and families together to celebrate summer at two of Wilsonville’s best gathering places – Memorial Park and Town Center Park.
The Wilsonville Wellness Fair takes place at Town Center Park from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday, July 20. The Wellness Fair includes live performances, demonstrations and giveaways, and provides guests an opportunity to talk with representatives from more than 40 local businesses specializing in healthy bodies, minds and spirits. Representatives of Legacy Trauma Nurses and Oregon Trial Lawyers Association are giving out free bike helmets and SMART Transit is hosting a bike rodeo in the City Hall parking lot.
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Tue, 07/02/2019
July 2, 2019 — At the July 1, 2019, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, Council adopted, on second reading, revisions to Wilsonville Code, Chapter 11. These revisions consisted of removing or revising outdated provisions and revising provisions regarding the underlying process for establishing systems development charges (SDCs) and administering the collection of SDCs collected from developers.
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Sat, 06/29/2019
The July 2019 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, features reports and updates on a range of topics including the following articles and content:
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Tue, 06/25/2019
Library is closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open on Friday, July 5. To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
City offices are closed in observance of Independence Day. For after hours services call 1-866-252-3614.
SMART services are not operable.
For police non-emergency dispatch call 503-655-8211.
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Fri, 06/21/2019
June 20, 2019 — At the June 17, 2019, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted a resolution renewing the City’s grant-funding agreement with Wilsonville Community Sharing, the local community social-services agency and food bank. The City’s grant of about $52,000 helps to fund support services — including assistance with rent, food, prescriptions and utility bills — to Wilsonville individuals and families in need.
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Fri, 06/21/2019
June 21, 2019 — The City of Wilsonville is now accepting applications from residents interested in appointment to the Wilsonville City Council to fill the seat being vacated by Councilor Susie Stevens upon her resignation on June 30.
The service term begins upon appointment by the City Council and concludes on Dec. 31, 2020.
All applicants must meet eligibility requirements, which include U.S. citizenship and residence in Wilsonville for at least 12 consecutive months directly preceding the appointment.
An application, which is posted online, includes the criteria to be considered when Mayor Tim Knapp and Council President Kristin Akervall review eligible applications to produce a short list of final candidates.
Finalists for the position are to be interviewed by City Council before an appointment is made in August.
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Tue, 06/18/2019
Explore new worlds with these free summer classes at the Wilsonville Public Library. Class sizes are limited, so sign up now by calling the Library at 503-682-2744 or visiting the Circulation Desk.
Classic Space Stories class - STARTS JULY 7
Instructor: Dr. Bill Thierfelder
This six-session class celebrates the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11’s historic lunar landing with classic space stories in books and films, including "War of the Worlds," "The Martian," and "Forbidden Planet".
Ages High School through Adult
Sunday afternoons, July 7–August 11, starting at 1:30 pm
No charge
Texts are available for purchase at a discount, while supplies last.
Seating is limited, so sign up at the Circulation Desk to reserve your seat!
Beginning Spanish class - STARTS JULY 15
Instructor: Carlos Iturrino
Dip your toes into the Spanish language with this 4-week eight-session class.
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Thu, 06/13/2019
June 13, 2019 — The City of Wilsonville is hosting a neighborhood presentation by Kinder Morgan on Thursday, June 27, 6-7 pm. Pipeline operator Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, is presenting on the topic of pipeline safety and improvements at Wilsonville City Hall, 29799 SW Town Center Loop East.
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Thu, 06/06/2019
June 6, 2019 — The City of Wilsonville is recruiting individuals to serve on a volunteer task force charged with developing a strategic plan to benefit the growing number of community members burdened by the region’s lack of affordable housing.
The Equitable Housing Strategic Plan Task Force is expected to meet at least three times over the next six to eight months to evaluate current data, consider public input, provide technical expertise, innovate and develop policies and strategies to address the gaps in Wilsonville’s housing market.
The City is seeking a well-rounded committee of about 15 members who represent a broad array of professional experience in housing development, real-estate finance, affordable housing, social services and related fields. Residents, employees, businesses and property owners, housing developers and representatives of community-based service organizations are encouraged to apply.
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Tue, 06/04/2019
June 4, 2019 — At the June 3, 2019, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted a City budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019. The all-funds budget of $212.5 million was recommended and approved by the Budget Committee for the Council’s consideration on May 28.
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Mon, 06/03/2019
June 3, 2019 — The City’s Economic Development arm is seeking input from Wilsonville-based business owners in order to develop customized programs to better assist local companies and optimize the local business climate for future operators.
Wilsonville is asking business owners to complete a short electronic survey by June 28. The confidential survey includes questions about current challenges, desire to expand, satisfaction with City services and appetite for workforce assistance resources.
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Fri, 05/31/2019
The June 2019 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, features reports and updates on a range of topics including the following articles and content:
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Fri, 05/31/2019
May 31, 2019 — Wilsonville City Councilor Susie Stevens has informed Mayor Tim Knapp, her fellow Councilors and City Manager Bryan Cosgrove that she is resigning from the Council effective June 30.
“It has been a genuine honor to serve the Wilsonville community,” Stevens said in a May 30 letter informing the group of her decision. “I have learned so much and I truly value and respect the work and dedication of Council members, City volunteers and staff. The combined efforts of countless people make Wilsonville an amazing place.”
Stevens cited upcoming opportunities, including travel, as a catalyst for her decision to depart during the third year of her second four-year term in office. Stevens won election to the Council in 2012 and was re-elected in 2016.
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Thu, 05/30/2019
May 30, 2019 — The City of Wilsonville is working with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and elected officials to advance legislation that would fund a critical first step toward completing traffic improvements and seismic upgrades to the I-5 Boone Bridge over the Willamette River.
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Thu, 05/30/2019
The June 2019 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Wed, 05/22/2019
May 22, 2019 — At the May 20 meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, Council accepted the transfer of 10 acres of property from West Linn-Wilsonville School District to fulfill a 2010 agreement between the City and School District. The property, located adjacent to the new Meridian Creek Middle School in the future Frog Pond South neighborhood, is for development of a future park and/or sports fields as described in the 2018 Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan.
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Wed, 05/15/2019
May 15, 2019 – The French Prairie Bridge Task Force is meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 6-8 pm, at Wilsonville City Hall, 29799 SW Town Center Loop E.
The meeting provides a public form for the Task Force to consider public testimony, impact studies, cost estimates and other criteria in order to determine which bridge type to recommend to the Wilsonville City Council and the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners for consideration this spring.
Two bridge types are under consideration – a suspension bridge and a cable-stayed bridge. Both signature bridge types were previously identified by the Task Force for their aesthetic qualities and lower environmental impacts.
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Wed, 05/08/2019
May 8, 2019 — At the May 6 meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted on second reading the Wilsonville Town Center Plan, which outlines long-term strategies for development of a vibrant mixed-use gathering place to live, shop, gather, eat, work and play in the heart of Wilsonville.
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Thu, 05/02/2019
May 9, 2019 - The City of Wilsonville is seeking candidates for four positions on City boards and commissions. Terms begin in July for the positions, appointed by Mayor Tim Knapp and confirmed by the Wilsonville City Council.
Volunteers selected to serve on City committees aide local government’s ability to serve residents, businesses and visitors.
“We are looking for community members who desire leadership roles and who are passionate about retaining the high quality of life we currently enjoy in Wilsonville,” Knapp said.
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Wed, 05/01/2019
May 1, 2019 — For the 21st consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has recognized the City of Wilsonville Finance Department with the “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award” for the fiscal year 2018-19 budget document.
The recognition from GFOA reflects the commitment of the City Finance staff to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting standards. To qualify, a budget document must be rated proficient as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide and a communications device; additionally, it must satisfy 14 mandatory criteria within those four categories.
“This award demonstrates the hard work put in by the City’s Finance department to effectively present the City’s budget to the community year after year,” City Manager Bryan Cosgrove said.
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Tue, 04/30/2019
April 30, 2019 - South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) is celebrating 30 years of independent service with a celebration event at the Wilsonville Transit Center on June 26, 4-6 pm, that features a SMART milestone – the unveiling of the agency’s first zero-emission battery-electric buses.
A 2017 Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) Section 5339c grant award of $1.45 million funded the new buses, supported by a $400,000 match from the City of Wilsonville. SMART was the only transit agency in Oregon to earn a competitive grant under the $55 million FY 2017-18 Low or No Emission Vehicle Program.
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Mon, 04/29/2019
The May 2019 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!