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TROUTDALE CHAMPION
Published 6 Times A Year
November / December 2014
Mayor’s
Corner
by Doug Daoust
Our Urban Renewal Area (URA) is
perched on the edge of the Columbia
River Gorge National Scenic Area and
historic downtown Troutdale and is
poised to be a destination development centered on a lifestyle of play
and activity. This location along the
Sandy River will be a recreational
hub of hospitality with event and conference facilities, leading edge hotel,
spa, restaurant, mixed-use development, and high-quality retail opportunities. This development is a public/private partnership between the City and
Eastwinds Development, LLC, an Oregon subsidiary of the Yoshida Group.
The 20 acre Eastwinds project (City owns 12 acres, Eastwinds owns 8 acres) sits within the
40 acre Troutdale Riverfront Renewal District is a multifaceted development that aligns with
many of the City’s goals designated for this area:
What’s
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If you are interested in serving on one of our committees you can pick up an application
packet at City Hall – 219 East Historic Columbia River Highway, or download an application
from our web page – www.troutdaleoregon.gov. If you have any questions please contact
Debbie Stickney at 503-674-7237 or email [email protected]
Volunteers are the backbone
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November 18, 2014 • 7 p.m.
Police Facility Community Room
234 SW Kendall Court
The Mayor held a Town Hall meeting on September 16, 2014 to receive feedback from the community on what functions and services
the public would like to see in their City Hall. HSR Master Planning
and Architecture LLC, the firm hired by the City to conduct the space
needs analysis, attended the Town Hall meeting and has met with
city staff to gather information needed to assist in preparing their
report. HSR will be presenting their space planning report to the Council
on November 18, 2014.
Come celebrate the
opening of the
holiday season in
Troutdale!
Deadline to apply has been extended to 5 p.m.
on Friday, November 21, 2014.
Make a difference –
get involved
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Annual
Troutdale
Tree
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We Are Still Looking
for Volunteers
for our City Committees
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Promote the
redevelopment of the
area for a mix of retail,
office, residential, and
public uses;
Provide a greater level
of goods and services
for Troutdale;
Create employment
opportunities for
Troutdale residents;
Improve transportation
linkages; provide a
system of pedestrian
and bicycle trails that
connects downtown to the Sandy River;
Eastwinds Concept
Improve access and enjoyment of the Sandy Riverfront;
Promote development that is designed to respect Troutdale’s natural, cultural, and
historic resources. (Go to “What’s Going On ...” on Page 4)
City of Troutdale
219 E. Historic Columbia
River Hwy.
Troutdale, OR 97060
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City Council Continues
Discussion on City Hall
Don’t miss a great Troutdale tradition,
Troutdale’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting! On Friday, December 5th, the festivities begin at 5:45 p.m. with a performance in Mayors Square by the
Reynolds High “Expressions.” At 6:00
p.m., Mayor Doug Daoust will light the
tree, followed by the arrival of Santa
and Mrs. Claus by fire engine, escorted by members of the Troutdale
Police and Gresham Fire Department.
Free holiday books will be handed out
to each child in Mayors Square, and the
first 60 children in attendance will be given a free
Snoopy dog. All of this is happening in conjunction with
the Troutdale First Friday Art Walk which features the
work of local artists, musicians and craftpersons. The
Vivace Fireside Carolers will be strolling the street, so
come for dinner, enjoy an old fashioned holiday celebration – and complete your shopping in Troutdale!
Check the Chamber’s Google calendar at
www.westcolumbiagorgechamber.com for updated
information. Contact Marcia Chiaudano at
[email protected] or 503-669-7473.
ARE YOU A STUDENT IN GRADE 4-12?
Do you have an idea about what YOU might do if you were the Mayor of
Troutdale? Share your creative ideas by entering the “If I Were Mayor…” Contest sponsored by the Oregon Mayors Association and the City of Troutdale.
One winning entry from each grade category will be selected by the Mayor of
Troutdale. The local contest winner(s) will be presented with a gift from the City
and they will automatically be entered in the statewide contest where they will
have a chance to win an APPLE I-PAD AIR TABLET
Grades 4 – 5: Poster Contest
Grades 6-8: Essay Contest
Grades 9-12: Digital Media Presentation
Deadline to enter is April 17, 2015
For more information on how to enter - pick up an entry form at City Hall (219 E. Historic
Columbia River Hwy.) or download the entry form from our web page – www.troutdaleoregon.gov
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The City or Homeowner?
Who Bears the
Responsibility for
Maintaining Your
Water-Sewer Lines?
Service laterals are the pipes that run through your
yard to connect water and sewer services provided
by the City of Troutdale to the plumbing in your home.
Just as you own and maintain the landscaping, driveway, and block wall on your property, you also own
and are responsible for maintaining certain portions
of the water and sewer service laterals that run
through your property.
Your responsibility for your property’s water service
lateral begins at the point where it connects to the
City-owned water meter; this point is called your water
service connection. Your responsibility for your sewer
service lateral begins at the point where it connects
to the City’s sewer main in the street; this point is
called your sewer service connection.
If you experience a water leak, blocked pipe or pipe
break at any point on your side of your water or sewer
service connection, you are responsible for repairs
and for all associated costs. If the leak, blockage or
break occurs on the City’s side of the water or sewer
service connection, the City is responsible for repairs
and for all associated costs.
To avoid costly major repairs, the City recommends
that property owners periodically inspect their sewer
lateral before there are any symptoms of trouble.
Qualified private contractors can provide a thorough
video inspection that will reveal debris blockage, root
intrusion, low spots, cracked or deteriorating piping
and cracked, separated or leaking pipe joints. The
depth and exact location of problem areas can be
identified to keep your repair costs down.
For more information, please contact Public Works
at 503-674-3300.
Slurry Seal Project
Postponed Until
Next Summer
In the last edition of the Champion there was an article
on street work called “Slurry Seal Project Slated for September”. Subsequent to that article, Public Works solicited and received contractor bids in August for the
project. Unfortunately, the low bidder on the contract
indicated they could not commence work until October,
with the work taking about 10 working days, and the
second low bidder’s price was unacceptable. Public
Works was very concerned about commencing slurry
seal work in October and how this work would impact
residents with the risk of Fall setting in, bringing cooler
temperatures, shorter daylight hours, and rain. All of
these factors were likely to result in a chaotic, frequently
changing schedule for residents impacted by the street
work.
With the risk of inconveniencing residents due to scheduling changes, as well as the potential for not completing the work, Public Works determined it was in the
public’s best interest to postpone this work until next
summer. Public Works will re-advertise during the winter for a larger Pavement Preservation Project for the
summer of 2015, incorporating the work originally planned
for September 2014. Look to the City’s website under
troutdaleoregon.gov/publicworks/currentprojects.html for
more information about Public Works projects including
Pavement Preservation.
PUBLIC WORKS!
Christmas trees can be collected by you
garbage/recycling hauler, Waste Management, on your regularly scheduled
pick-up day. There are several options
to consider, depending on the height
and weight of your tree and whether
you are also recycling additional
yard debris at the same time. If
you have questions about the options in recycling your tree, call
Waste Management at
503-249-8078.
Winter Weather
and Your Garbage
Waste Management offers a
‘Plan B’ in the event of ice or snow
After the long stretch of mild weather we’ve been
experiencing this year, it may seem strange to
imagine winter weather. Harsh winter weather
conditions, however, are not unknown to
Troutdale. If you have lived in Troutdale long
enough, chances are you will remember at least
one time where you struggled to navigate the
streets due to tall snow drifts, inches of ice or
both. Perhaps you recall when that weather hit
on garbage day and prevented the garbage truck
from picking up your trash.
In the event of harsh inclement winter weather
this season that prevents normal curbside garbage service, City of Troutdale customers may
bring normal volumes of garbage to Waste
Management’s Troutdale Transfer Station at 869
NW Eastwind Drive (south side of Marine Drive
and across from the Troutdale airport).
This alternative is for Waste Management customers in the City of Troutdale only. To confirm
residency, please bring your Waste Management bill or other proof of Troutdale residency.
Please note that weather may also impact transfer station hours. For the latest schedule, go to
www.wmnorthwest.com/troutdale/index.html
Remember this offer is only for normal volumes
of garbage – the amount you would normally be
disposing of at the curb. The other option is to
wait until weather allows your regular service to
resume. If your regular service is postponed a
week due to weather, Waste Management will
collect up to twice your regular amount of garbage on your next regular collection day weather permitting.
Scout Troop
Christmas Boy
#174 will be collecting Christmas trees
at the corner of SW
Tree Collection Cherry
Park Road
and NE 238th on December 27th and 28th, and January 3rd
and 4th from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is no charge for dropoff, but Troop #174 will greatly appreciate a donation! For
more information, call 503-740-5711.
lights last longer. If buying lights,
Tips for experiences.
• Shop Troutdale
make sure they have LED bulbs.
for all of your
“Greening” holiday needs Reuse and recycle after
to support our
the festivities are over:
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• Donate unused, prepared foods
businesses
from catered events and restaucommunity,
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rants through the regional Fork It
items,
Over! Program. Contact Fork It
and
save
gas
and
Reuse and time. Don’t forget to Over! at 503-725-8447.
• If you have a Christmas tree,
bring a reusable
please recycle it (see article
Recycle shopping bag.
directly above). Consider a live
During the holidays, from decorations
to food to packaging and presents,
there are many creative and meaningful
ways to reduce our waste and ensure
that what can’t be reused is properly
recycled. According to the US EPA,
household waste in the United States
generally increases 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s
Day – about 1 million extra tons! Here
are some simple ideas to consider that
can make a positive change in reducing your holiday waste.
Make a plan to reduce
before you shop, decorate,
or entertain. Here are a few
options that can jump-start your
holiday waste reduction efforts:
• Reduce store-bought gifts by
drawing names or giving services or
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• Choose classic durable
products that will last over time.
Avoid plastic and battery-operated •
toys.
If batteries are required, invest in
rechargeable batteries and a
charger.
Avoid foil wrapping paper and foillined envelopes; they can’t be
recycled.
Use decorative, reusable bags and
boxes or the Sunday comics and
colorful yarn for wrapping gifts.
When entertaining, use washable
dinnerware instead of disposables.
Turn off or unplug holiday lights
during the day. An inexpensive
programmable timer plug can
make this really easy. Doing this
will not only save energy (and
money) but will also help your
tree that can be planted after the
holidays are over.
Take packaging peanuts and
bubble wrap to a mail service
shop for reuse (call in advance).
Property Owners:
Trim Your Trees
for Safety
If your tree is in the public
right-of-way, you’ll need a
(free) permit before you trim
If you have a street tree with limbs hanging lower than 7½ feet above the sidewalk or lower than 11 feet above the
street, it needs to be pruned to provide
safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles, including larger vehicles like
RV’s, garbage trucks and street sweepers. Removing the lower branches of a
tree to provide clearance is called “crown
raising”. Winter is the perfect time to
prune deciduous and fruit trees as they
are dormant at this time of year. Below
are a few best practices to use when
pruning tree limbs (see diagram below):
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Pruning tools should be sharp
and appropriately sized for the
pruning cut.
Use the three-cut approach to
pruning to prevent tearing of the
bark and vascular tissue.
Prune branches near the branch
collar or a lateral branch.
Equipment that will damage the
bark and cambium layer should
not be used on or in any tree.
Spikes or climbing spurs should
not be used for climbing trees
during pruning operations.
A free Street Tree Permit is required for
maintenance of street trees to ensure
that pruning is performed in a method
that promotes the health of the tree and
minimizes damage to it. You can download the Street Tree Permit application
at http://www.troutdale.info/parks-facilities/documents/StreetTreePermit.pdf.
For more information, call Public
Works at 503-674-3300.
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Do Something Great This Season!
Support the East County Toy Drive
For several years now, the Troutdale Police Department, Multnomah County
Sheriff’s Office and the Troutdale Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC)
have participated in the “East County Toy Drive” and this year the need is
greater than ever! Many families are struggling just to buy food, let alone
buying gifts for the kids. The police will be collecting gifts for children of all
ages, through 18 years. The PSAC is assisting in the program by contacting
potential donors for the toy drive.
You can help by bringing your UNWRAPPED and NEW toy to the Wal-Mart
store in Wood Village on the following dates:
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Friday, Nov. 28th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 29th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 30th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(After November 30) Every Saturday and
Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through
Sunday, December 14th.
Collection stations will be located just inside
the store entrance.
We invite you to show your holiday spirit this year and help out with this very
worthwhile project. Anyone who is interested in volunteering is encouraged to
contact Ms. Jorgan Shaw at 503-618-1876. Please come help us support the
kids in East Multnomah County!
The Holidays Are
Coming… and So
Are the Relatives!
The holidays are quickly approaching
and for many that means getting together
with family in hopes of having a good
time. Sometimes family dynamics lend themselves to problems and issues that
can make the holidays a stressful time of year. Whether your issue is with an
ex-spouse over holiday traditions, with a teenager who doesn’t want to participate,
or with an aunt who always seems to cause unwanted drama, East Metro
Mediation can help! Call 503-618-3247 or visit www.greshamoregon.gov/mediation
for free conflict resolution services. We can also help with neighborhood issues,
landlord-tenant disputes, business/consumer issues, workplace conflicts and
many more. Call today!
Have an Alarm System in
Your Home or Business?
If so, you’ll need to obtain an alarm permit
to operate the system
If you are using any type of alarm system in your home or business, you have
taken a very important step in crime prevention. Your next step is to ensure
you comply with local ordinances by obtaining a permit to operate the system.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALARM PERMITS ARE MANDATORY?
All cities in Multnomah County have ordinances that require all residents or
businesses that operate a robbery/burglary alarm, which may elicit a police
response, to obtain and maintain alarm permits. Alarm permits are required if
the alarm is audible, even if you do not have an alarm monitoring service. The
annual permit fee may be reduced for residential users age 65 or over, or
residents who are economically disadvantaged.
The information from your alarm permit
application is entered into a computer database at the Bureau of Emergency Communications (9-1-1). Having this information readily available enhances the dispatching process if your alarm system
should activate.
PREVENTING FALSE ALARMS IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Up to 98% of all alarm signals that result in police dispatch are designated as
false alarms. False alarms deplete limited police resources and can jeopardize police officer safety. While local law enforcement agencies encourage
the use of alarm systems, alarm users need to be aware of their responsibilities which include proper use of the alarm system and false alarm prevention.
HOW CAN YOU PREVENT FALSE ALARMS
• Make sure all users, key holders or any person with legal access to
your property is trained in how to operate your system.
• Notify your security company if you think your system isn’t working
properly.
• Understand the process your security company will take to verify if an
alarm signal requires police dispatch. Keep your contact information
up to date at all times.
• Have your security company check and service your system regularly.
• Routine system testing and maintenance can help prevent many false
alarms, saving police response time and expensive false alarm
penalties.
Questions? Contact Multnomah County False Alarm Reduction Program
Coordinator Roberta Smiley at 503-251-2411, or email [email protected].
Website: Go to www.mcso.us and click on the words “How do I?” click on
“Licenses and Permits“, then “How Do I Obtain an Alarm Permit?”
Annual volunteered to assist the Oregon Special Olympics
with the annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser Saturday,
11, 2014 at the Gresham Red Robin
Tip-A-Cop October
Restaurant. Approximately $2,600 was raised to
fund the Oregon Special Olympics. Pictured
Fundraiser help
from left to right are: Lt. Claudio Grandjean,
Ms. Ellen Knapton, Cadet Brandon Durbin,
Jennifer Watkins, Officer Kyle Harris,
Nets $2,600 Mr.Cadet
Andy Knapton, Officer Martin Daly, Police
Chief Scott Anderson, Mr. Brian Baines and
for Special Officer
Nick Bohrer. Not pictured but also working
the event were: Lt. Joel Wendland, Sergeant Rodney
Olympics Wilkerson, Officer Matt Jordan, Cadet Tucker
Troutdale and Gresham Police Officers and Cadets
Wendland and Cadet Elizabeth Girdan, and Special
Olympians Ms. Katherine Taylor, Mr. Mark Eberhardt and Mr. Adam Tardy.
Why Build a RainGarden?
This free class will tell you how to build one-and why you need it
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When a landscape is covered in natural vegetation, most rainfall soaks into the ground. But,
more and more, as we build impervious surfaces like roofs, driveways, sidewalks and
streets, much of the rainfall can’t soak into
the ground anymore. This can create problems,
not just for people, but also for streams.
Problems like:
Unnaturally high flooding downstream;
In-stream erosion that pollutes water and degrades in-stream habitat
that critters need to survive. Erosion in streams imperils the “built environment” as well by undercutting bridge supports, exposing sewer lines
and washing out roads;
Non-point source pollution (by carrying metals, oils, bacteria, fertilizers,
etc., straight to
streams).
Rain Gardens 101
Rain gardens are a great
(FREE) Workshop
way to manage stormwater
Sunday, November 16 • 1 – 5 p.m.
runoff because they allow
City Conference Building • 223 Buxton Rd.
rain to soak into the
Sponsors: City of Troutdale & East Multnomah
ground naturally. This
Soil and Water Conservation Dist.
prevents pollution from enTo register, go to www.emswcd.org,
tering our local streams
or call 503-935-5368
and wetlands, recharges
groundwater and keeps water in our streams during Oregon’s dry summer months.
Rain gardens are very popular because they:
• Are planted with beautiful, hardy, low-maintenance and droughttolerant plants;
• Provide food and shelter for birds, butterflies and beneficial insects;
• Are an easy way for all of us to do our part to protect our streams and
rivers.
Winter Recreation Guide
Arrives in Early January
Fall classes still going strong, so sign up now!
Play can add joy to life, relieve stress, supercharge learning, and connect you
to others and the world around you. Troutdale offers a variety of City-run
recreation programs for youth and adults. Come and play!
You can review all programs on the website and check space availability
through the online registration system. Go to: www.troutdaleoregon.gov, look on
the left hand side under Quick Links and choose the Online Recreation Registration link. You can also find us on www.facebook.com. Paper guides are also
available.
Scholarships are available for Troutdale residents and we also accept donations
for the scholarship fund. Contact Mollie King, Recreation Manager at
[email protected], or 503-674-7206 for information.
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KinderDance With Me: Ages 20-36 mos. with parent/adult
Little Trout Play Park (Drop-in): Ages Birth-5 years with
parent/adult
Art Park (Drop-in): Ages 18 months-5 with parent/adult
Kinderdance class: Ages 3-6
Kindercombo dance class: Ages 5-9
Soccer classes: Ages 3.5-10
Taekwondo: Ages 6 years & up
Youth Friday Night Basketball (Drop-in): Ages 12-17
Bob Ross Oil Painting: Ages 12 & up
Yoga for a Balanced Life: Ages 12 & up
Yoga for Strength & Fitness: Ages 18 & up
Adult Basketball (Drop-in): Ages 18 & up
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Young Heroes Scouting
for Food …
Coming to a Troutdale
Neighborhood Near You!
ADDRESSES
In the early hours of December 6th, hunger fighting super-kids in mini-capes will be patrolling local neighborhoods, collecting non-perishable foods to stock local food
banks. In the week prior, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts
will be delivering Scouting for Food bags to neighbors
they hope are willing to participate. Door-knocking begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, December 6th. If 9 a.m. is too
early, leave the bag of non-perishables on your step. If
you would rather take your food donation to a drop-off
location, visit Facebook.com/TroutdaleCubScouts for
more information.
City Hall - 219 E. Historic Columbia River Highway
Council Chambers - 217 E. Historic Columbia River
Hwy., Lower Level
Police Department - 234 SW Kendall Court
Public Works/Parks Department - 342 SW 4th St.
Building/Planning/Facilities - 2200 SW 18th Way
Water Pollution Control Facility - 1820 NW Graham Rd.
City Conference Building (CCB) - 223 S. Buxton Road
Glenn Otto Park - 1106 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy.
“Scouting for Food” Food Collection Event
Saturday, December 6th • 9 a.m. - Noon
What’s Going On With the Urban Renewal Area?
by Mayor Doug Daoust
(Continued from Page One)
What are some of the next steps
involved with making this a success?
The Eastwinds concept plan includes:
A 3-4 star boutique hotel with approximately
100-150 rooms, aimed to attract both regional
and conference interests and weekend/summer
visitors, serving as a jumping off point to the
myriad of recreational and cultural attractions of
the Columbia River Gorge;
An event and conference facility of 6,0007,000 sf with meeting and banquet capacity for
up to 250 and supplemental intimate break-out
space for events to accommodate regional
meetings, conferences, weddings, and
receptions;
A signature restaurant with 75-125 seats with
outdoor bar and dining overlooking the Sandy
River and serving both hotel guests and local
dining patrons, with catering capacity for
adjacent conference/event facility;
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Amenities such as an on-site spa, pool, and/
or gym/fitness center, and others aimed to
enhance the visitor experience and local market;
On-site mixed use development potential for
such uses as a smaller bistro cafe, corporate
office buildings, and/or specialty retail
complementing the adjoining Columbia Gorge
Premium Outlets, in concert with project partner
interests.
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Eastwinds has chosen to voluntarily remove the
“Sheep Pit”, a quarter-acre buried animal
material site that was left from a prior wool pullery
business, located on Eastwinds property.
Obtain a letter from Oregon DEQ (and EPA)
saying there’s “No Further Action” left to clean
up any inventoried hazardous material on the
City’s land, the old sewer treatment plant site.
Obtain a fair and agreed upon price for the City’s
12 acres, using a process approved by the City
Council and Eastwinds.
Transferring ownership of the 12 acres of City
property to Eastwinds LLC through a negotiated
purchase and sale agreement, where both
parties agree. This will consolidate the property
under one ownership for ease of development.
Continue negotiations with Simon Premium
Outlets (owner of the Columbia Gorge Premium
Outlet stores, due west of the Eastwinds
development area), to hopefully gain road access
to the URA through the middle of the Outlet
stores. The Mayor and Matt Wand (Eastwinds
General Council), recently travelled back to New
Jersey to discuss this option with Simon at their
corporate headquarters.
Continue a healthy relationship between the City
and Eastwinds Development, and make sure the
local citizens are continually involved in the public
process and decision-making.
UPCOMING EVENTS
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
NOVEMBER 7th, 5 - 8 p.m.
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK
Downtown, E. Historic Columbia River Hwy.
Call 503-491-8407 for information
DECEMBER 5th, 5 – 8 p.m.
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK
Downtown, E. Historic Columbia River Highway
Call 503-491-8407 for information
NOVEMBER 9th, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
FREE VETERANS DAY
SPAGHETTI DINNER & FOOD DRIVE
Sponsored by Troutdale Lions Club
Doors open 4:30 p.m.; Dinner 5-6 p.m.
(Donation of 2 non-perishable
food items per person appreciated)
Sam Cox Building at Glenn Otto Park
For info, call 503-867-5572
DECEMBER 5th, 5:45 p.m.
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY (Article Page 1)
Downtown, E. Historic Columbia River Hwy.
Call 503-669-7473 for information
NOVEMBER 11th, ALL DAY
VETERANS DAY
CITY HALL OFFICES CLOSED
For police or fire emergency, call 9-1-1
For water/sewer emergency, call 503-251-4163
NOVEMBER 16th, 1-5 p.m.
FREE RAINGARDEN WORKSHOP
(Article Page 3)
NOVEMBER 16th, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
“STEAMBOAT CAPTAINS” FEATURING CASCADE
LOCKS MAYOR TOM CRAMBLETT (FREE EVENT)
Presented by Troutdale Historical Society
and Vista House
Sam Cox Building at Glenn Otto Park
For info, call 503-661-6124
NOVEMBER 27th & 28th, ALL DAY
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
CITY HALL OFFICES CLOSED
For police or fire emergency, call 9-1-1
For water/sewer emergency, call 503-251-4163
DECEMBER 6th, 10 a.m. - Noon
“SCOUTING FOR FOOD”
FOOD COLLECTION EVENT (Article Page 4)
DECEMBER 6th, 2 – 5 p.m.
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Sponsored by Troutdale Lions Club
Santa arrives at 3:30, plus art projects, treat
decorating stations for the kids – and more!
Sam Cox Building at Glenn Otto Park
Call 971-645-8127
DECEMBER 6th, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Hosted by Troutdale Historical Society
Homemade candy, cookies – and Santa!
The Harlow House Museum
726 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Need more info? Call 503-661-2164
DECEMBER 25th, CHRISTMAS DAY
CITY HALL OFFICES CLOSED
For police or fire emergency, call 9-1-1
For water/sewer emergency, call 503-251-4163
JANUARY 1st, 2015 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
CITY HALL OFFICES CLOSED
For police or fire emergency, call 9-1-1
For water/sewer emergency, call 503-251-4163
CITY MEETINGS
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meetings
City Hall - 7 p.m.
November 11 (no meeting) y November 25
December 9 y December 23 (if needed)
View Council meetings live on Comcast
Channel 30 or Frontier Channel 38 at
7 p.m.; rebroadcasts are Saturdays at
2:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION
City Hall - 7 p.m.
November 19 y December 17
PARKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Public Works Conference Room - 7 p.m.
November 12 y December 10
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
CCB - 7 p.m.
November 5 y December 3
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Police Community Room - 7 p.m.
November 6 y December 4
HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION
CCB - 7 p.m.
Next Meeting To Be Announced
Copies of meeting agendas are on
the web at www.troutdaleoregon.gov
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“Greening (Continued
the Holidays”
from Page 2)
• Recycle electronics for free, including TVs, PCs, and
monitors through Oregon E-Cycles. The Goodwill drop
stations at Troutdale Plaza and Cherry Park Market Center
are the two Troutdale E-Cycle drop-off sites. Call 1-888532-9253 or visit www.oregonecycles.org for details.
• Call Metro Recycling at 503-234-3000 or visit the Metro
website for details on additional reuse and recycling options.
We Collect Food
Year-Round for
SnowCap
Community
Charities!
Bring non-perishable
food items to City Hall
between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. Monday through
Friday, and help provide
families in need with
nutritious food this
holiday season!
Thank you!
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