Public Comment
One written comment was received regarding automated license plate readers and requesting that they not be installed or used by the City.
City Manager Report
Acting City Manager Tritsch noted that the Lunar New Year, officially starting February 17, is a Fire Horse Year which signifies a period of energy, change and bold action. The Fire Horse represents freedom and resilience and an invitation to break old patterns, pursue ambitions and move forward.
Consent Agenda
Resolution No. 26-06 was approved, supporting the pursuit of a federal 2026 BUILD (Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development) Grant. This would be for the first phase of improvements to 72nd Avenue from 99W to Dartmouth Street.
Ordinance Amending Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 5.20 Liquor License Application Process
The current liquor license application process identifies the Chief of Police as the sole City representative responsible for reviewing and providing recommendations to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) on liquor license applications. Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-01, which allows a designee to review and provide recommendations if the Chief of Police is unavailable or wishes to delegate this authority.
Ordinance Adopting Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 14.24 Demolition of Structures
Regulation and permit authority for demolition permits were previously part of the Oregon Specialty Code, but that language was removed. Cities are allowed to continue regulating demolition permits if they have authority through their municipal code. Council approved Ordinance No. 26-02 creating new Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 14.24 which establishes permit authority so the City can regulate building demolition permits to protect public health, safety, and welfare.
ORDINANCE ADOPTING TIGARD MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 14.28 FOR TEMPORARY CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY
Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-03, creating new Chapter 14.28 in the Tigard Municipal Code, which establishes the authority to issue temporary certificates of occupancy and provides clear standards and a transparent process for applicants.
Planning Fee Schedule Updates
Resolution No. 26-07 was approved, updating the city’s Fees and Charges Schedule to better align building and planning fees with application types in order to recover costs.
Ordinance Amending Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 7.48 Regarding Special Event Permits
Ordinance No. 26-04 was adopted to make minor adjustments to Tigard Municipal Code Chapter 7.48 regarding special event permits. The amendment clarifies when an applicant is required to submit a traffic control plan developed by a professional traffic engineer, at the expense of the applicant, as opposed to a template provided by the City. The section regarding police or public works assistance for special events is deleted as neither of these departments have the resources to assist in these types of events.
Tigard HOME (Housing, Opportunity, Mobility and Enterprise) Community Engagement Briefing
Council was briefed on community engagement thus far for the Tigard HOME long-range planning project which will recommend policy and code amendments to make housing, economic and entertainment options accessible to many mobility types. The project aims to bring shops and services to neighborhoods, expand home and property use options, simplify neighborhood business rules, create safer, more connected walking paths and reduce vehicle miles travelled. Community members attended several events in the summer and fall of 2025 to identify types of amenities, shops and services they want to see in Tigard neighborhoods. Input will be gathered this winter and spring on preferred building forms and locations. In the spring and summer of 2026, feedback will be sought on code changes based on community engagement input.
Town Center Development Agency: Discussion of Nick Wilson Memorial Plaza Project
Council, acting as the Town Center Development Agency, discussed proposed modifications to a memorial plaza project intended to create a public space honoring deceased former Tigard City Councilor Nick Wilson. Concerns were raised about the original design and modifications were proposed. Alternative concepts include a custom-designed bench, replacement of deteriorating wooden planks on the Fanno Creek Trail bridge and boardwalk approaches, decorative bridge railings on the Main Street Bridge, reconfiguration of the adjacent crosswalk and bulb-outs to improve Fanno Creek Trail connections, and restoration of the Fanno Creek banks between Main Street and trail bridges.
Building A Better Tigard: Polling Results and Bond Amount Update
Consultant Ben Patinkin of Patinkin Research Strategies presented results of a survey taken in early February to gauge overall support, ballot language, key messages and trusted messengers. When those surveyed heard the words “public safety” in the ballot title, 56% were supportive. Messages highlighting Tigard’s growth and focusing on police response were effective; also resonating were those on increased accessibility, accountability measures and the ability to recruit and retain high-quality police officers. The current long-term interest rate uncertainty and millage rate estimates were discussed. Council considered keeping the bond size the same at $150 million or keeping the same millage rate but lowering the bond size to $130 million. The Council opted to keep the bond size at $130 million.
Discussion of Council Involvement in City Manager Recruitment Process
Council discussed their preferred involvement in the city manager recruitment process. They agreed to form a subcommittee that will interview and check references from a list provided by Human Resources staff and report back to Council with their search firm recommendation. Council President Wolf, Councilor Robbins and Councilor Schlack will serve on the subcommittee.
