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City of Wood Village September 2017
The Village News 2055 NE 238th Drive • Wood Village, OR 97060-1095 • (503) 667-6211
Fax (503) 669-8723 • [email protected] • www.ci.wood-village.or.us
At the September 26, 2017 City Council meeting, the City Council will conduct a formal Public Hearing on
the intent to sell the land located at the intersection of 238th and Halsey. The land, the current location of the
City Hall, is a total of 5.7 acres. The hearing will occur at City Hall at 6pm.
The Wood Village City Council has been actively working with real estate brokers to market the land to
regional developers, and a transaction with a regional builder/developer has been in negotiation for some
months for a mixed use development. This development would combine commercial and residential uses on
the site. The intent of the land sale is to induce a quality, high value development on this parcel, and place
the land on the tax rolls.
The hearing being conducted is in accord with State Law that requires the City to provide notice and conduct
a hearing prior to the sale of publicly owned land. Oregon Law, ORS 221.725, requires the City to disclose
the nature of the proposed sale and the general terms thereof, including an appraisal or other evidence of the
market value of the property at the public hearing. Interested residents are welcome to attend the hearing and
shall be given an opportunity to present written or oral testimony. You can also comment now or ask
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questions by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or by calling 503.667.6211. Any comments
that you may wish to share with the City Council in advance of the hearing are welcome, and will be shared
during the hearing.
Williams and Dame, the potential purchasers, have identified a proposed site plan for the land, and elevations
for development. The site plan and elevations are as follows:
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RETAIL FRONTAGE ON HALSEY
TYPICAL ELEVATIONS FOR PROPOSED APARTMENTS
Overall the site would have 166 multifamily units as proposed, and a total of 8,400 square feet of retail
space. We have not, as yet, heard of any specific retailers that are interested in the site.
Even if the hearing provides the ability to sell the land, and an agreement is reached with Williams and
Dame during the executive session, there remains a series of actions that must be taken before the land sale
and construction would actually take place. If all goes very well, construction could begin in the summer of
2018.
If the City Council elects to proceed, the sale of the land would lead to the relocation of City Hall. No site
has been identified for such a move, nor have any details been developed on the specifics of a new location
or the size, design, or type of building the City may construct to replace City Hall.
If you have comments or questions, contact Bill Peterson directly by e-mail at [email protected] or
by calling 503.489.6856. You can also provide comments for the hearing by calling 503.667.6211.
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Over 2,500 people gathered at the Wood Village Baptist Church
campus on Friday July 21st to take part in the fun at the 19th
Annual City Nite Out. This event focuses on crime
prevention and emergency preparedness, and is
coordinated by a joint effort between the City, the
Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, and the Wood
Village Baptist Church.
The Wood Village Fred Meyer generously donated over
2,000 hot dogs, 1,200 cans of soda, and 2,000 bottles of
water to help feed those who attended. We also handed out
over 1,000 cones of cotton candy in 15 different flavors, 300
pounds of potato
salad, and countless bars of ice cream and bags of
popcorn. All of which was free thanks to the
genericity and support of our local businesses.
Live music by Clark Bondy and Friends played
throughout the evening as people visited area
vendors, enjoyed the free family friendly
activities such as pony rides and bouncy toys,
and watched live police and fire demonstrations.
We gave out over 400 Frisbees to kids thanks to
the generosity of the Morasch family who own
and operate Morasch Meats and Pressure Safe
LLC. It was a great evening, and a lot of fun was had
by all. We hope to see you all again next year for our big 20th anniversary celebration!
This event would not be possible without the help and
support of the many volunteers, business and
organizations that took part in this event including:
Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office
Wood Village Baptist Church
Wood Village Fred Meyer
Morasch Meats
Pressure Safe LLC
Wood Village 76 Station
Waste Management of Oregon
Gresham Fire & Emergency Services
Loop Hi-Way Towing
Sheriff Michael Reese, Chief Deputy Jason Gates, Deputy Jessie Volker and
Pastor Bill Ehmann and the Wood Village Baptist Church Staff & Members
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COUNTY ROAD IMPROVEMENTS COMING TO WOOD VILLAGE
Multnomah County has a number of road projects coming to Wood Village, either in construction or
in the design phase. Here’s a summary:
UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN 2017
NE Sandy Blvd. Improvements (NE 230th to NE 238th)
Construction begins late this summer to convert a section of Sandy Blvd.
in Wood Village to a modern urban street with turn lanes. It will include
pavement and drainage improvements, new sidewalks and bike lanes,
lighting, and enhancements to existing bus stops.
Schedule: Construction is expected to begin in late August and be
completed by November.
Traffic: Two lanes of traffic will be maintained at most times. Flaggers will direct traffic on a
single lane at times, and there may be brief closure of driveways, with notice, during paving.
Website: multco.us/sandy
NE Arata Rd. Active Transportation Project
The project will build out a complete new streetscape on Arata Road in Wood Village between NE
223rd Ave. and NE 238th Dr. Improvements include:
6-foot sidewalk on the south side and a
10-foot-wide concrete shared-use path
for pedestrians and bicyclists on the
north side.
Drainage improvement
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon on
NE 223rd Ave.
Add lighting, and repave road.
Traffic signal update on 230th and
Arata Rd.
Schedule: Early work could begin in late 2017 but most construction is planned in 2018,
starting in late spring.
Traffic: There will be lane closures and one-way traffic during construction.
Website: multco.us/arata
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IN DESIGN PHASE
NE 238th Dr. Safety Improvements
(NE Halsey St. to NE Glisan St.)
This project will make it easier for trucks to navigate the curve
on this steep section of 238th Dr. in Wood Village. It will
improve access for other modes of transportation, including
pedestrians and bicyclists. The improved road will include:
A 14-foot southbound (uphill) lane with a 12-foot
passing lane
A 15-foot northbound lane
10-foot shared paths for walking and biking on
both sides
Improved drainage and vegetation
As few property impacts as possible
Traffic: The construction traffic plan will be developed
during the design, which recently began.
Schedule: Design work began in late spring 2017 and
will continue in 2018. Construction could begin in 2019.
Website: multco.us/238th
LEARN MORE
For more information on these and other Multnomah County road projects:
Visit multco.us/roads/road-projects
Follow us on Twitter @MultCoRoads
Call 503-988-5050, email [email protected]
FREE GREASE KIT AT CITY HALL
To help keep costs down for sewer and water we ask that you DO
NOT dump fats, oils and grease (FOG) down drains. To assist you
we are offering free grease scrapers and lids at City Hall. Use
the scraper to remove grease from pans and plates before
washing. The lid can be used to freeze grease in a can
until hardened enough to throw away saving the lid for
future use. To watch a fun video about FOG visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngveivx2dg4
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The Main Streets on Halsey plan is the product of a year-long effort of planning and outreach along the
Halsey corridor in Fairview, Wood Village and Troutdale. The effort included a hands-on design workshop,
interactive polling, and surveys to understand community desires for the Halsey corridor. The plan covers
topics such as the vision and guiding principles, the economic development strategies, land use and
transportation recommendations, market analysis, challenges and opportunities, key results from public
workshops, and a summary of existing plans related to the corridor.
Much of the initiative for a focus on Halsey has been led by land owners along Halsey. These visionary
investors are looking to make this part of East County a special place, and their tireless efforts have shaped
this plan, and our area.
The partners along the roadway are the three Cities, the County and the land owners. The plan identifies
specific actions to work together to develop an updated corridor, from developable lands to roadway
improvements needed on the length of the area. The most important part of the work is to seek an identity
that will let the region know this is a special place. From art work and identification signs to “cool stuff” to
bring folks to the roadway for a walk or to spend time along the corridor, the plan relies on partners to invest.
The identified improvements and investments pending along the corridor show nearly 126 acres of land,
1,300 housing units, 1,400 jobs, and total investments in the area of over $479 Million dollars.
To make this all happen, each of the partners will consider an agreement to actively participate in the Halsey
Community Collaborative Compact (HC3), and agreement to work together to make Main Street on Halsey
become a reality.
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As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that our roads are in the best
shape possible, we completed our first major roadway rebuilding
project this past summer. Not only did we repair and resurface
Stanley Street and Holt Court, we replaced and upgraded the
underground utilities as well. We increased the water capacity,
repaired two sections of sewer line, and enhanced the storm
water system to improve the drainage at Stanley and 236th.
This project not only enhanced the underground utilities, but
also substantially improved these street
sections.
Tapani Inc. from Vancouver,
Washington won the project
bid at $205,331.50. The
project was completed July 14th and a final acceptance letter
was sent in August. The project went very well with a minimum
amount of disruption during the construction. The detours,
though occasionally annoying were minimized and the residents
of both streets could not have been more helpful and understanding.
The city certainly appreciates everyone’s patience and hope the three
weeks of noise and dust was worthwhile. Our next major roadway
project will be Cedar Lane where we will add storm water capacity, repair
water and sewer lines, and do a full rebuild of the roadway. We will provide
more information as that project nears.
Roadway enhancement and maintenance projects are paid for with the revenues from the monthly street fee.
For the third summer in a row, we had a record low number of graffiti
vandalism in the City. Warm summer months are when most cities have an
increase in graffiti, but not here. Thanks to your ongoing hard work, our
City is clean and graffiti free. The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office did
an outstanding job of patrolling hot spots to prevent graffiti from
occurring. We want this momentum to continue into this coming fall and
winter. You can help by keeping your property clean and maintained,
adding lighting, and promptly removing any new graffiti that occurs.
If you are a victim of graffiti vandalism, the City can help. We have free
kits that you can use to remove graffiti from your property. You can learn more about
these kits on our website, or stop by City Hall. Remember, you can also report graffiti, abandoned shopping
carts, or other code violations by calling City Hall or using our online reporting tool. Let’s be a clean and
graffiti free City!
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The recent events in Texas on the Gulf Coast are a reminder to all of us -
be prepared for emergencies. Here in Wood Village the likelihood of a
flood is very, very remote but there are other possible scenarios, such as
earthquakes, that require preparation nonetheless. Make sure your
emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most
of the items are inexpensive and easy to find, and any one of them
could save your life. After an emergency, you may need to survive on
your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own
water, food and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours.
BASIC DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT
To assemble your kit, store items in airtight plastic bags and put all of your
disaster supplies in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag.
A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:
Water - one gallon of water per person per day
for at least three days, for drinking & sanitation
Food - at least a three-day supply of non-
perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a
NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
Manual can opener for food
Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and
plastic sheeting & duct tape to shelter-in-place
Flashlight
First aid kit
Local maps
Extra batteries
Whistle to
signal for help
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties
Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY SUPPLIES
Consider adding the following items to your emergency supply kit based on your individual needs:
Prescription medications
Non-prescription medications such as pain
relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or
laxatives
Glasses and contact lens solution
Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, diaper
rash cream
Pet food and extra water for your pet
Cash or traveler's checks
Important family documents such as copies of
insurance policies, identification and bank
account records saved electronically or in a
waterproof, portable container
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
Complete change of clothing appropriate for
your climate and sturdy shoes
Household chlorine bleach and medicine
dropper to disinfect water
Fire extinguisher
Matches in a waterproof container
Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and
plastic utensils
Paper and pencil
Books, games, puzzles or other activities for
children
KIT STORAGE LOCATIONS
Since you do not know where you will be when an emergency occurs, prepare supplies for home, work &
vehicles.
Home: Keep this kit in a designated place and have it ready in case you have to leave your home
quickly. Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept.
Work: Be prepared to shelter at work for at least 24 hours. Your work kit should include food, water &
other necessities like medicines, as well as comfortable walking shoes, stored in a “grab & go” case.
Vehicle: In case you are stranded, keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car.
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Creative Reuse (also known as upcycling or
repurposing), is when the addition of creativity to
an already manufactured item brings a new
function. A CD jewel case can become a bird feeder, wine corks
turned into a cork board, a t-shirt transformed into a rug.
Creative Reuses Centers, like SCRAP, collect discarded materials from the public that can be reused and
given new life. Many centers resell these items to the public for a bargain or donate them to teachers,
organizations or other groups for further reuse.
Educators can stretch their budgets by purchasing affordable and unique materials
Kids can learn about reuse in a fun, playful and diverse environment
The local creative community will have access to inexpensive, quality materials
Thousands of pounds of useable materials will be diverted from the landfill
Households, manufacturers and businesses will have a hub to donate unwanted materials
(that otherwise get dumped)
Centers can create green collar jobs and volunteer opportunities—and support grassroots
economic development
SCRAP PDX is a donation-based creative reuse store and donation center
in Southwest Portland. Along with the ever-changing and diverse store
items, SCRAP also provides a range of educational opportunities within
the community and hosts local reuse-based artists in our Gallery.
All kinds of reused materials for arts and crafts—plus school, office, and party supplies. We also
offer a small collection of new and necessary items, like glue and foam brushes. Our inventory changes
constantly so you never know what you’re going to find! The hunt is part of the fun. Find out more about our
retail store at ScrapPDX.org.
With the help of donations, we diverted 140 tons of usable materials from the waste stream last year.
Because most of our inventory is donated by individuals and businesses, we can keep prices low—usually at
a 60-75% discount. Every penny spent in the store goes back into supporting SCRAP’s mission.
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CITY OF WOOD VILLAGE PAID BY STANDARD MAIL
2055 NE 238TH DRIVE PERMIT #75
WOOD VILLAGE, OR 97060-1095 WOOD VILLAGE
97060 ___________________________________
THE VILLAGE NEWS SEPT 2017
Mayor Timothy Clark President Scott Harden Patricia Smith Bruce Nissen Mark Clark
City of Wood Village • 2055 NE 238th Drive • Wood Village OR 97060
P: 503-667-6211 • F: 503-669-8723 • [email protected] • www.ci.wood-village.or.us
GREAT PUMPKIN FEST – OCT 28TH
DETAILS INSIDE
City Services: Emergencies 911
Wood Village City Hall Mult County Sheriff 503-823-3333
Water & Sewer 503-667-6211 Gresham Fire Dept 503-618-2355
Building Permits 503-667-6211 Abandoned Vehicles 503-823-3333
Other Services: DEQ Burning Info 503-618-3083
Waste Management 503-249-8078 Animal Control 503-248-3066
Frontier 800-921-8101 Reynolds School District 503-661-7200
PGE 503-228-6322 East Metro Mediation 503-618-3247
Power outages 503-464-7777 Streetlight outages 503-736-5710 Multnomah County Commissioner:
NW Natural 503-226-4212 Lori Stegmann, District 4 503-988-5213
City of Wood Village Contacts:
City Manager Bill Peterson [email protected]
503-489-6856
Mayor Timothy Clark [email protected]
Council President Scott Harden [email protected]
Councilor Patricia Smith [email protected]
Councilor Bruce Nissen [email protected]
Councilor Mark Clark [email protected]
IN THIS ISSUE
Formal Hearing: Sale of City Hall City Nite Out Recap Road Project Updates: Sandy Blvd Improvements Arata Rd Project 238th Safety Improvements Free Grease Kits Main Streets on Halsey Stanley Street Project Graffiti Prevention Emergency Preparedness Creative Reuse Great Pumpkin Fest
City Council Meetings: Sept 14th 6:00 PM Sept 26th 6:00 PM Oct 10th 6:00 PM Oct 26th 6:00 PM
