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New Resource for Neighbors

On September 21, 2009, the Neighborhood Network Program was assigned a staff member dedicated to the Neighborhood Network Program! Joanne Bengtson, Executive Asst. to the City Manager & Mayor will be assisting Neighborhood Networks with connecting to City Hall and each other. You can reach her at 503-718-2476 or joanne@tigard-or.gov.

Boundary Map
The city is divided into 13 geographic areas around elementary schools and major transportation routes. To see which neighborhood you�re in, check the map or contact Joanne Bengtson at 503-718-2476.

We�re Making Progress
Residents in the neighborhood areas 3, 10, and 11 told us which improvements they want to see in their neighborhood. Results on the feasibility of some of the projects are listed below. Viable projects will go to local residents for consideration. Improvements may be funded through the Neighborhood Network Grant Program.

Area 3:
Crosswalk across Greenburg at 95th
Staff completed a study of this location to determine the need for a marked crosswalk. Over the course of two hours, only five people were observed crossing the street; not a high enough volume to conclude that a crosswalk would improve pedestrian safety. Crosswalks installed at locations that don�t meet the criteria can actually give pedestrians a false sense of security because drivers are not used to seeing pedestrians and assume none will be there. In addition, adequate gaps in traffic provide opportunities for safe crossing at that location though the wait may be longer than some would like.

Area 10:
School Zone on Grant Avenue South of C.F. Tigard
Once school begins, staff will launch a needs assessment. Particular attention will be paid to the following criteria: the volume of pedestrians, where they are coming from and going to, how many are school children, the volume and character of vehicular traffic and how it interacts with pedestrians, and safety issues. A decision will be made after the review.

Sidewalk on Walnut in Front of Fowler
Staff is looking at using savings from other construction projects to improve the existing trail from 112th to 116th Avenues. Check the October Cityscape for an update.

Walkway on 121st Avenue?
Staff is reviewing interim options, including cost and location. Check the October Cityscape for an update. Questions? Call Mike McCarthy at 503-718-2462.

Area 11:
Wall for Tennis/Handball @ Jack Park
The final design for Jack Park is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2010. The request for a wall could be addressed during design discussions at a future neighborhood meeting.

Now that all of the Neighborhood Areas have active web pages, it�s time to get the Neighborhood Network Steering Committees in place. Anyone who is a resident or represents a business in their neighborhood is encouraged to apply!

Download the Steering Committee Info & Application here.

Are you interested in how your neighborhood will grow -- what new development will take place and when?

Do you want to help keep your neighborhood safe and ready to respond to emergencies?

Are you involved in your neighborhood schools?

Do you have ideas for small things that could make a big difference in how your neighborhood looks?

Are there sidewalk or trail connections needed in your neighborhood?

What events or activities could be held in your neighborhood to get people connected?

What Will the Steering Committees Do?
The Steering Committee for each Neighborhood Network will work as a group to gather input on ideas and proposals for neighborhood beautification/clean-up activities, neighborhood events, and neighborhood improvement at its annual meeting. The Steering Committees will also serve as a conduit for residents to raise issues or concerns. More Details and Application here...

Membership
In order to be recognized as a Neighborhood Network Steering Committee there must be at least four members. The membership of the Steering Committee is comprised of up to seven representatives--3 At-Large Members and at least one member representing one of the following interests:

Community Emergency Response Team Member
Neighborhood Watch Captain
Local School PSO Representative
Neighborhood Web Page Administrator/Content Manager

It's Your Neighborhood
Tell us what you'd like to see on your web page that isn't already there or share your opinion on what defines your neighborhood. Is there something you would like fixed; is there a change you would make or are you looking for a way to get involved?

You Could Win!
Give us your feedback and we will enter you to win a $50 gift card from your neighborhood Starbucks. Each neighborhood area will have a winner! Your comments will go a long way toward building a site that focuses on your neighborhood's needs and issues. The drawing will take place November 1, 2009.

What are you waiting for? Get connected! (anonymous comments will not be entered into the drawing - name & address necessary to verify area entries)

Neighborhood Web pages:
Tigard Area 1 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 2 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 3 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 4 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 5 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 6 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 7 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 8 Neighborhood
Cook Park Neighborhood
Area 10 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 11 Neighborhood
Tigard Area 12 Neighborhood
West Tigard Neighborhood

Projects, Anyone?
It's time to get your Neighborhood Network Steering Committee in place so your neighbors can participate in programs like beautification/clean-up activities and neighborhood events! Interested? Read more:

Annual Neighborhood Event

Beautification/Clean Up Event

Fill the Membership!
Three of the city�s 13 Neighborhood Network areas have active Steering Committees; four areas have partial membership. Residents in Areas 1, 5, 8 and 13 are interested in adding members for their area to become an active Steering Committee.

In order for a Neighborhood Network Area to move forward on projects and activities, there needs to be an active steering committee in place. This requires a minimum of four members. Some neighborhood areas are well on their way! Are you interested?

Anyone who is a resident or represents a business in his or her neighborhood area is encouraged to apply! Check the boundary map.

Contact Joanne Bengtson at 503-718-2476 or joanne@tigard-or.gov, or check out the details and application.