News
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Tue, 05/02/2023
May 2, 2023 — At the May 1, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the City Council, on first reading, adopted revisions to the City Code that pertains to overnight camping in tents and/or vehicles in Wilsonville. The legal review of overnight camping code, led by the City Attorney, is to bring the City in compliance with State and Federal laws requiring that Oregon cities provide compassionate protections for people experiencing homelessness by July 1, 2023.
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Sun, 04/30/2023
The May 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Thu, 04/27/2023
The May 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Wed, 04/19/2023
April 20, 2023 – W.E.R.K. (Wilsonville Environmental Resource Keepers) Day is the City’s annual volunteer outing to complete clean-up projects to prepare Memorial Park for the busy summer season. This year, it takes place on Saturday, May 6, from 9-11 am.
Volunteers (groups and individuals are welcome) are assigned tasks such as bark dusting, painting, invasive species removal, and more.
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Tue, 04/18/2023
April 18, 2023 — At the April 17, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, Mayor Julie Fitzgerald delivered a State of the City, which articulated the City Council’s 2023-25 goals, celebrated recent accomplishments and looked ahead at several of the City’s upcoming projects and challenges.
At a public hearing, on first reading, the Council adopted a recommendation of the City’s Planning Commission to integrate transportation projects from the Frog Pond East and South Master Plan into the City’s Transportation System Plan (TSP).
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Tue, 04/11/2023
April 11, 2023 – The Wilsonville Public Library has been awarded a $5,000 grant by the State Library of Oregon to fund the hiring of a teenager to serve as the Library’s summer intern.
The internship has been posted on the City of Wilsonville’s Job Opportunities page; interested candidates may apply online until April 24. The Wilsonville Library seeks to fill the position by June, with the internship continuing through the end of August.
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Tue, 04/04/2023
April 4, 2023 — At the April 3, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council welcomed the Wilsonville High School boys’ varsity basketball team in celebration of its third consecutive OSAA Class 5A State Championship. Mayor Julie Fitzgerald read a proclamation declaring April 3-7 “Wilsonville Wildcats Week,” which detailed many of the team and individual achievements earned by the Wildcats en route to their sixth State title.
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Fri, 03/31/2023
The April 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Thu, 03/30/2023
The April 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Tue, 03/21/2023
March 21, 2023 — At the March 20, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council approved an intergovernmental agreement and memorandum of understanding with Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet). These agreements would remove unserved City of Wilsonville properties from TriMet’s boundaries and explain the process for petitioning TriMet to withdraw areas within the Wilsonville urban growth boundary in 2026, the next available petition cycle.
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Tue, 03/21/2023
March 22, 2023— The City of Wilsonville is recruiting applicants interested in serving on the City boards and commissions that provide guidance and oversight of City programs.
New terms begin in July 2023 for 10 open seats on five City boards. Members typically attend evening meetings (no more than once a month) and assist in making policy recommendations to the City Council.
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Mon, 03/13/2023
March 13, 2023 — The City and Republic Services are hosting the first of two 2023 Bulky Waste Day events on Saturday, May 6, 9 am-1 pm, at Republic Services (10295 SW Ridder Rd.) in Wilsonville.
Bulky Waste Day provides an opportunity for Wilsonville residents to dispose of large or unusual items that cannot be picked up curbside. Proof of Wilsonville residence is required.
There is no charge to dispose of waste. In lieu of charging a fee, the City is asking participants to donate new or unused gift cards from local merchants in small denominations ($5-20) to help Wilsonville Community Sharing provide critical assistance to local families in need.
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Thu, 03/09/2023
March 9, 2023 — City of Wilsonville Mayor Julie Fitzgerald is scheduled to present the 2023 “State of the City” address at the April 17 meeting of the Wilsonville City Council. The meeting takes place at 7 pm, at Wilsonville City Hall, 29799 SW Town Center Loop East.
Delivered virtually last year because of COVID-19, the annual State of the City address provides an opportunity for Mayor Fitzgerald to summarize the City’s recent achievements and to preview the City Council’s goals, initiatives, opportunities and challenges.
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Tue, 03/07/2023
March 7, 2023 — At the March 6, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council granted annual property-tax exemptions to five multi-family facilities — Autumn Park Apartments, Charleston Apartments, Creekside Woods LP, Rain Garden LP and Wiedemann Park — that provide 365 residential units of affordable housing. These annual exemptions allow the facilities to provide lower-cost rent to families, seniors and individuals meeting income qualifications.
The Council directed the Parks and Recreation Department to pursue a grant from the Oregon State Parks Local Government Grant Program (LGGP) to fund a project to replace the 35-year-old restroom at Boones Ferry Park. The new restroom, which would include two single, non-gender specific restrooms, better serves the community and reduces maintenance costs.
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Tue, 02/28/2023
The March 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Fri, 02/24/2023
Due to inclement weather, submissions will be accepted through Feb. 27, 2023.
Submissions are welcome that meet the Tiny Art Show requirements (3"x3" canvas, family-friendly theme). Just make sure to turn your masterpiece (with entry form and label on the back of the artwork) in to the Library by February 27.
For more information, please visit the Tiny Art Show page.
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Fri, 02/24/2023
February 24, 2023 — At the February 23, 2023, online virtual meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council authorized the purchase of approximately a half-acre from five separate properties as part of the construction of the Boeckman Road Corridor Improvement Project. The property acquisitions are for road right-of-way and easements for access, public utilities and temporary construction use.
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Thu, 02/23/2023
Due to inclement weather, Family Storytime has been canceled for Thursday, Feb. 23.
For more information, please visit the Family Storytime page.
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Thu, 02/23/2023
Due to inclement weather, the library will close at 3pm on Thursday, Feb. 23.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Wed, 02/22/2023
The March 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Fri, 02/17/2023
The library will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, in observance of Presidents' Day.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Tue, 02/07/2023
February 7, 2023 — At the February 6, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council approved a $200,000 agreement with Century West Engineering to provide engineering consulting services to advance the 2023 Street Maintenance Project. This annual program to fund street resurfacing keeps the City’s road infrastructure safe and reliable. This year, road improvements are slated on portions of Wilsonville Rd., Boeckman Rd. and Parkway Ave.
The Council approved a $1.47 million agreement with Consor North America, Inc. to provide engineering consulting on an upcoming capital project to add 3 million gallons (3MG) of storage capacity to Wilsonville’s water system.
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Wed, 02/01/2023
February 1, 2023 — The City of Wilsonville is inviting amateur and professional photographers alike to participate in the second annual “Best of Wilsonville" Photo Contest, now underway at LetsTalkWilsonville.com.
Capture and celebrate the joy and beauty of our community by submitting images that share your unique perspective on life in Wilsonville. All original photographs are eligible for prizes, including a $100 gift card (to the Wilsonville retailer of your choice) for the photo judged Best Overall. Ten “Best in Category” prizes are also to be awarded.
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Tue, 01/31/2023
The February 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Mon, 01/30/2023
January 30, 2023 — To educate the community by shedding light on the history and/or the lived experiences of people in historically-marginalized segments of our population, the City of Wilsonville’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee has scheduled a free five-event lecture series to be held at locations throughout Wilsonville.
The series begins on Thursday, Mar. 2, at 6:30 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn. (30800 SW Parkway Ave.) with “Displacing Black Portland: A History of Housing Discrimination,” presented by Zachary Stocks of Oregon Black Pioneers. Stocks’ program explains how generations of housing discrimination continues to shape Portland’s demographics, and Black Portlanders’ opportunities within a rapidly gentrifying city.