Category Archives: Community

October 2020 Development News

CVS front

• CVS opening next month
• Karla Heights ready to build

OHS and Immigrant Story collaborate to share immigrant experiences

The Oregon Historical Society (OHS) and The Immigrant Story (TIS) are proud to announce that a series of oral history interviews with local immigrants are now publicly available through the OHS Digital Collections website.

Community News October 2020

tuned tube bench

Cedar Mill Elementary Chipotle Fundraiser
Drive-thru COVID-19 and flu testing site at Convention Center
Washington County Forum
Inside WashCo Radio
Writer’s Mill
Beaverton & Merlo Station School-Based Health Centers are open
Viva Village calendar of events
“Beyond Voting: Elections and Campaign Financing” workshop
The Constitution: Fulfilling Democracy’s Promise?
PDX Concierge
Musical Benches
THPRD resumes opening
Westview Red Cross Blood Drive
Naturescaping Workshops online
Washington County Democrats
TVF&R Seeks Chief Examiner for Civil Service Commission

Road News September 2020

Cornelius Pass news
Saltzman solution?
Walker-Murray intersection project is appealed by Beaverton Councilors
Springville Road construction

Saving what’s left—efforts to protect the remaining natural areas and wildlife habitats in Washington County

As Significant Natural Resources (SNRs) and wildlife habitats in Washington County diminish, community members have become more vocal in trying to protect what is remaining. This article is just a brief overview of some of the activities presently in progress in Washington County.

Election news

We asked Lisa DuPre, Public Affairs and Communications Coordinator at the Washington County Administration Office, about the county’s ballot collection boxes.

Update on the 2020 Census

Once per decade, the United States Constitution mandates that all current residents of the US and territories must be accounted for in the US Census. The datasets derived from census-obtained information provide opportunities for additional state funding, business investments, Congressional apportionment, and the creation or adaptation of public policies.

Development News

The (Cedar) Rumor Mill
Milltowner updates
Cedar Grove affordable housing nearing completion
185th gas station
Columbia Sportswear new building

Library News September 2020

No more appointments!
Conversation About Oregon’s Racist History
Second Edition Resale Sidewalk Sale
For Kids
For Teens
For Adults

Community News September 2020

PCC Music Information Session
Washington County Forum
Prevent car break-ins!
“Socially Distanced Inspiration” written and illustrated by 12-year-old
Inside WashCo Radio
Project Lotus supports Asian American mental health
Civics for Adults virtual sessions: Misinformation, Fake News and Political Propaganda
Project-Based Rental Assistance
Viva Village public events
Five Oaks Museum Call for Artwork
Get There Oregon Rewards
Sunset High School Teacher Receives Prestigious Award
Connect Oregon Students offers tutoring help
Young Life
THPRD opens two major facilities!
TVF&R Offers Tips to Prevent Window Falls
Girl Scout collects pet supplies for Silver Award

CPO News August 2020

CPO 1 August meeting: COVID-19 updates
July meeting recap
Neighborhood Meetings
Ped and bike improvement proposals

Business News August 2020

Sunset CU helps over 100 local businesses with PPP Loans
Village Gallery
Cedar Mill Farmers Market is bursting with fresh produce!
Inside Out policy helps businesses meet physical distancing requirements
Open Air Beaverton Program
Fieldstone Cornell Landing hosts August events online
Great Notion Timberland
Adult watercolor classes at Catlin Gabel
World of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry