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Forest Grove public meetings in 2022

143 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 07:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Forest Grove Parks Commission holds December meeting with staff updates

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on December 21, 2022, at the Aquatic Center. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as approving minutes and receiving staff updates from the Parks Director, Parks Supervisor, Aquatics Supervisor, and Administrative Specialist. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board to discuss 2023 preservation goals and grant plans

The Historic Landmarks Board will hold a hybrid meeting to review its 2023 work plan, preservation program goals, and a potential grant application. No formal decisions are scheduled, but the board will discuss priorities for historic preservation efforts in the coming year.

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Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 45-unit West Grove Apartments proposal

The Forest Grove Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 45-unit multi-family apartment complex called West Grove Apartments. No action items are scheduled for this meeting, and the commission will also review past meeting minutes and receive a director’s report.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to discuss work plan, burn plan, and hunger statistics

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss its work plan, a burn plan, and hunger statistics related to the Circle of Food program. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous meeting minutes and receiving reports from council and staff liaisons.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission to discuss Open Aire and Marcie's Mural installation

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission will meet to review and potentially approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss two projects (Open Aire and Marcie's Mural), and receive updates from subcommittees and finance reports. No formal decisions are scheduled under the consent agenda.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

Community Policing Advisory Commission meets to review updates and subcommittee reports

The Community Policing Advisory Commission (CPAC) will hold a meeting to approve past meeting minutes, receive updates from the chair and community representatives, and discuss subcommittee reports. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting focuses on communications and discussions.

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Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Forest Grove swears in new mayor and councilors at December meeting

The Forest Grove City Council held a meeting on December 12, 2022, featuring a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected officials, including Mayor Malynda Wenzl and councilors Mariana Valenzuela, Michael Marshall, and Karen Martinez. The council also received updates on the City Charter review process, watershed management, community development, and library operations.

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Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to approve 2023-24 Community Enhancement Program

The Community Enhancement Program Committee will meet to discuss and vote on the 2023-24 Community Enhancement Program (CEP). The public may provide comments before the vote. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 10:00

Economic Development Commission

Forest Grove Economic Development Commission meets December 8 with no substantive items

The Economic Development Commission held a virtual meeting on December 8, 2022, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed beyond routine procedural items. The agenda included approval of prior meeting minutes, a brief update from Business Oregon, and reports from staff and council liaison.

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Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove committee discusses budget, town hall, and leadership change

The Committee for Community Involvement will meet to discuss routine approvals, leadership changes, budget matters, and planning for a future town hall. The meeting includes public comment and reports from council liaison and staff.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Forest Grove Budget Subcommittee meets to approve August minutes only

The Forest Grove Budget Subcommittee is holding a routine meeting with a single substantive action: approving the minutes from its August 18, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes no other business items, only procedural steps like call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker, and written comments are due by 9:00 a.m. on the meeting day.

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Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Budget subcommittee to allocate remaining $117,000 for youth summer recreation programs

The Forest Grove Budget Subcommittee will discuss how to allocate the remaining $117,000 of a $567,000 allocation for youth summer recreation programming. The subcommittee previously received $567,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to develop spending plans for non-city-specific projects, with funds required to be spent before December 2024.

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Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on 2023-24 youth summer recreation program funded by ARPA dollars

The Forest Grove City Council will meet in person and via Zoom to conduct a public hearing and vote on a resolution that creates a youth summer recreation program for 2023-24 using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council will also receive departmental updates from Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and Light and Power.

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Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 17:15

City Council

City Council interviews boards and commissions candidates in closed session

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a work session to interview candidates for several boards and commissions. No public comment will be taken and no formal action will be taken during this meeting.

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Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 17:00

City Council

Council subcommittee interviews boards and commissions applicants

This is a City Council work session where a subcommittee of three councilors will conduct interviews for volunteer positions on several boards and commissions (CCI, CFC, CPAC, P&R, URAC). No public comment will be taken and no formal action will occur; the meeting is for interviews only.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Forest Grove Sustainability Commission to review work plan and burn plan

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss its work plan, hear a presentation on a burn plan from a subcommittee, and decide on the December meeting date. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission to review mini-grant, murals, totem pole

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several art-related items, including a mini-grant request, the Open Aire/Seven Generations project, a totem pole, and Marcie's Mural as part of Mural Fest. The agenda also includes routine consent items like approving previous meeting minutes and informational updates on documents, Forest Glen Park, the URA Subcommittee, and the FY 2023 finance report.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board to discuss preservation program goals

The Forest Grove Historic Landmarks Board is holding a work session to discuss goals and implementation of the Historic Preservation Program. The board will also approve minutes from its August 23, 2022 meeting and receive reports from the council liaison, staff, and the Forest Grove Heritage Foundation. The meeting is hybrid, with public attendance available via Zoom or in person.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove Forestry Commission to discuss emerald ash borer and 2023 work plan

The Community Forestry Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from September and discuss the emerald ash borer threat and the 2023 work plan. Public comment is invited.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 07:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission to recap mini parks tour and hear staff updates

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on routine matters, including approving the October 19, 2022 meeting minutes and recapping a mini parks tour held that same day. The agenda also includes updates from the Parks and Recreation Director, Parks Supervisor, Aquatics Supervisor, and Administrative Specialist on topics like summer youth recreation, project updates, and an aquatics specialist recruitment update. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

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Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 12:00

Economic Development Commission

Economic Development Commission to hear Venture Catalyst and Adelante Mujeres updates

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss and receive presentations on economic development topics, including a Washington County Venture Catalyst presentation and an update from Adelante Mujeres. The agenda also includes consent agenda approval of minutes, communications on the EDSP Annual Report, and staff updates on the Downtown Task Force, grocery store, and business highlights.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 18:30

Library Commission

Library Commission to discuss planning and council liaison departure

The Forest Grove Library Commission is meeting to discuss library planning and the departure of the council liaison, along with routine consent agenda items and staff updates. The agenda includes program updates from the Youth Services Librarian and the Library Director's report on various topics. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

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Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove CCI to plan annual Town Hall and review Master Plan

The Committee for Community Involvement will meet to debrief a QTM event, plan the annual Town Hall, review the CCI Master Plan, and receive a communication plan update. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

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Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Forest Grove Sustainability Commission reviews climate plan and burn policy

The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation on the Climate Change Action Plan, review a burn plan, and discuss its work plan for the coming year. The meeting also includes routine reports from council and staff liaisons.

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Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold first reading of ordinance annexing 42.8 acres into city limits

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to annex 42.8 acres into the city and the Clean Water Services District, withdrawing the tract from the rural fire protection district. The council will also discuss a noise code section and an intergovernmental agreement with Washington County Housing Services for an encampment program. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including approval of minutes and a liquor license for MOD Pizza.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Public Arts Commission reviews mini-grants and mural projects

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission meets to discuss and decide on several arts-related grants and projects, including mini-grants, festival follow-ups, and mural initiatives. The meeting also includes updates on open-air events and financial reports.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

Community Policing Advisory Commission meets to review bylaws and police policy updates

The Community Policing Advisory Commission (CPAC) will hold its October 2022 meeting to discuss updates from its bylaws update and police policy work groups. The commission will also receive reports from the chair, community representatives, and the city council liaison, including updates on homelessness initiatives.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove forestry commission to discuss emerald ash borer, tree safety

The Community Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss several forestry topics, including an update on the emerald ash borer, a tree failure at Rogers Park, and a commemorative tree dedication. They will also plan for 2023 Tree City USA recertification and review commission membership.

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Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on police labor agreement, hold charter review session

The Forest Grove City Council will hold two closed executive sessions (labor negotiations and litigation), a work session on the charter review process, and a regular meeting. The main action item is a resolution authorizing a labor agreement with the Forest Grove Police Association. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes and accepting a resignation.

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Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 18:30

City Council

Council to vote on police union labor agreement, hold closed sessions

The Forest Grove City Council will hold two executive sessions (labor negotiations and litigation) and a work session on charter review, then in open session vote on a resolution authorizing a labor agreement with the Forest Grove Police Association. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and a resignation.

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Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove committee discusses fitness court launch and long-term growth impacts

The Committee for Community Involvement (CCI) will meet to discuss routine items and hear updates from city staff and commissioners. Key topics include potential collaboration on a fitness court launch event, final plans for an October 25th project, and early planning for the annual town hall. The committee will also review a communication plan update and receive a master plan work session report.

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Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 32-unit apartment complex proposal

The Forest Grove Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a site development and design review for a proposed 32-unit multi-family apartment complex (File No. 311-22-000024-PLNG). No action items are scheduled. The meeting also includes public comment on non-agenda items, approval of the September 19th minutes, and a director's report.

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Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Council to discuss climate rules and charter review in work sessions

The Forest Grove City Council is holding two work sessions before its regular meeting: one on the Oregon DLCD's Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities rulemaking and another on the charter review process. The regular meeting includes routine consent agenda items, presentations on community grants and economic development, and a project update on the Development Services Annex/City Hall. No formal action is expected from the work sessions.

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Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to discuss climate rulemaking and charter review in work sessions

The Forest Grove City Council is holding two work sessions before the regular meeting: one on the Oregon DLCD Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities Rulemaking and one on the Charter Review Process. The regular meeting includes routine consent agenda items, presentations from the Forest Grove Foundation, the Economic Development Commission, and a project update on the Development Services Annex/City Hall. No formal action is expected on the work session topics.

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Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 10:00

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Advisory Committee reviews Fresh Foods Grocery Store update

The Urban Renewal Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Fresh Foods Grocery Store project in Site B, along with other informational items including downtown initiatives and parking management. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 07:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission hears updates on trails, parks, pool

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve July minutes and receive updates from staff on park projects, trail progress, and pool operations. No decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove forestry commission to discuss emerald ash borer

The Community Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss the discovery of emerald ash borer in Forest Grove, along with participation in the city's sesquicentennial and the commemorative tree program. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its June 8, 2022 meeting.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

Forest Grove CPAC to review police stop data and policy work groups

The Community Policing Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss updates from its work groups on police stop data, police policy, community forums, and bylaws. They will also hear reports from community representatives and a council liaison on recent City Council meetings and the homelessness subcommittee.

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Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to vote on water cross-connection policy and downtown parking study

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a work session on the Emergency Operations Plan and hear presentations on tourism, internships, and a downtown parking study. Two ordinances will receive second readings: one amending water supply cross-connection control policy and another updating the transportation system plan for north-central Forest Grove. The Council will also consider a resolution to apply for a $18.85 million federal grant for safe streets projects.

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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 12:00

Economic Development Commission

Forest Grove Economic Development Commission reviews annual report

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission will meet to receive and discuss the 2021 annual report, covering pandemic recovery efforts, small business grants, and local economic trends. The meeting is hybrid, allowing both in-person and virtual attendance via Zoom.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022 · 17:00

City Council

Sister Cities Committee to discuss Nyuzen mayor's visit for 150th anniversary

The Forest Grove/Nyuzen Sister Cities Committee is meeting to discuss the upcoming visit of the Nyuzen mayor and officials for Forest Grove's 150th anniversary celebration, along with routine business such as financial reports and liaison updates. The agenda includes old business on the Nyuzen visit and planning for future exchanges.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Committee to plan QTM on homelessness and police chief hiring

The Committee for Community Involvement will discuss the next Quarterly Town Meeting (QTM), focusing on homelessness and the status of hiring a permanent police chief, with invited panelists including city officials and community members. They will also consider requesting the city to continue recording and posting board and commission meetings, and receive updates on the communication plan and CCI Master Plan.

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Fri Aug 26, 2022 · 12:00

City Council

Council homeless subcommittee to discuss Kyle Property, safe camping

The Forest Grove City Council Homelessness Subcommittee is holding a work session to discuss the Kyle Property update, communication and engagement efforts, and a temporary safe camping site policy. No formal action will be taken; the meeting is for discussion only.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board to discuss governance, events, and sesquicentennial

The Forest Grove Historic Landmarks Board is meeting to discuss several items including board roles and responsibilities, planning for the Chalk Art Festival and Public Safety Open House, and an update on the city's sesquicentennial. They will also consider approving minutes from the July 26 meeting and receive reports from the council liaison, board communications, and staff.

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Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold hearings on zoning, water, and transportation plan changes

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: a second reading of a development code amendment affecting zoning and development standards, a first reading on water cross-connection control policy, and a first reading on transportation system plan amendments for the Highway 47/Oak Street area. The council will also consider resolutions on a preferred design for the 21st Avenue Festival Street, a communications plan, an investment policy, and the city manager's performance review and compensation. The meeting includes an executive session on labor negotiations, work sessions, and routine consent agenda items.

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Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 15:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Arts Commission to approve final mural design and location change

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss and vote on two mural-related items: approving the final mural design artwork by Marcie Kriebel and discussing/approving a location change for Ursula Barton's mural. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and public comment.

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Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Forest Grove Budget Committee to review FY2022/23 budget and ARP funds

The Forest Grove Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the FY2022/23 budget, including a brief history and overview, and to discuss remaining uncommitted American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. The meeting is open for public comment, with a two-minute limit per speaker.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Arts Commission to review mural fest, design, videographer, totem pole

The Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including an update on Mural Fest, approval of a design by Marcie, a decision on hiring a videographer, and a possible donation of a totem pole. The agenda also includes routine approval of meeting minutes from previous sessions.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 18:30

Library Commission

Library Commission to discuss library planning and hear director's report

The Forest Grove Library Commission is meeting to discuss library planning and receive the director's report on DEI training, the library mural, and Summer Reading. The agenda includes public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and reports from Friends and Foundation groups.

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Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Development System Plan amendments

The Forest Grove Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on legislative amendments to the Forest Grove Development System Plan (File No. 311-22-000026-PLNG). No action items are scheduled. The meeting also includes public comment on non-agenda items, approval of minutes from July 18, 2022, and a director's report.

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Fri Aug 5, 2022 · 10:00

City Council

City Council holds DEI training session on Aug 5

This is a training session, not a regular decision-making meeting. The Forest Grove City Council is participating in a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training on August 5, 2022, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The agenda includes developing shared language, discussing the DEI plan, implicit bias, and practice change tools. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

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Tue Aug 2, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Committee to discuss homelessness update and Kyle Property cleanup IGA

The Committee for Community Involvement will meet to discuss a homelessness update, a cleanup agreement for the Kyle Property, and possible dates for the next Quarterly Town Meeting. They will also review a communication plan update and the 2022-23 workplan. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

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Thu Jul 28, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to review work plan and discuss Styrofoam and EVs

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss a mural update, Styrofoam and electric vehicles, and review its work plan with a potential vote to adopt. The meeting includes public comment and reports from council and staff liaisons.

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Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board meets July 26 to approve June minutes and hear updates

The Historic Landmarks Board will hold a hybrid meeting on July 26, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. to approve the minutes from its June 28 meeting and receive updates from the Council Liaison, board communications, and staff. The board will also discuss National Night Out and Chalk Art Festival planning, as well as a Sesquicentennial update.

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Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Arts Commission to discuss Mural Festival, Farmers Market booth

The Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Mural Festival scheduled for September 18, 2022, and a Farmers Market booth planned for October 5, 2022. The agenda also includes items on a videographer, painting/installation dates, a brochure date, next project ideas, document updates, and an Open Aire installation date. The meeting is largely a discussion and update session with no formal votes on major policy or budget items.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 07:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission hears updates on Hagg Lake, pool repairs, emerald ash borer

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and receive updates on local parks and recreation matters. The agenda includes a special guest from Washington County Parks on Hagg Lake, updates from the Parks and Recreation Director on the Kyle property and city council goals, and reports from the Parks Supervisor on park projects and the emerald ash borer beetle, as well as from the Aquatics Supervisor on pool repairs and planned maintenance. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission reviews mural festival plans and next project ideas

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission will discuss updates on the upcoming Mural Festival, including installation dates, a farmers market booth, and a videographer. Members will also review documents, brochure timelines, and brainstorm ideas for future projects.

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Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 12:00

Economic Development Commission

Commission to hear Oregon Main Street program, plan next steps

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on next steps for the Main Street program, following a presentation from the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The agenda also includes appointments, consent agenda approval, and updates on industrial lands, coworking space, and data center interest.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 17:00

City Council

Sister Cities Committee to consider expanding voting membership to 11

The Forest Grove/Nyuzen Sister Cities Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including financial reports, liaison updates, and subcommittee actions. They will also consider new business, including adding a new member and expanding the number of voting members from 9 to 11.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 15:00

Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission mural festival subcommittee meets to plan event

The Public Arts Commission's Mural Festival Subcommittee is meeting to discuss event planning. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment, approval of the June 6, 2022 meeting minutes, and event planning discussion. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the event planning discussion under section E.

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Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 17:45

City Council

City Council reviews zoning updates, employee handbook, and intergovernmental agreements

The Forest Grove City Council meets to discuss routine approvals, a zoning code update, employee handbook revisions, and several intergovernmental agreements. No formal decisions are made during the work session, but the council will hold a first reading of a zoning ordinance and vote on multiple resolutions.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Committee to discuss homelessness listening sessions and communication plan

The Forest Grove Committee for Community Involvement is meeting to discuss updates on homelessness listening sessions, the communication plan, and the 2022-23 workplan. They will also determine the date and topic for the next quarterly town meeting. The agenda is largely routine, with consent agenda items and reports.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board reviews preservation grant and governance topics

The Historic Landmarks Board will meet on June 28, 2022, to discuss a preservation grant request for a property at 2114 B Street, governance training, and a funding reallocation for a Certified Local Government (CLG) grant. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, reports from council liaison and staff, and planning for National Night Out.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 14:00

City Council

Forest Grove Council to discuss homeless subcommittee and Kyle Property IGA

The Forest Grove City Council is holding a homeless subcommittee meeting and work session. The agenda includes routine consent items (approving prior meeting minutes), a presentation on the Kyle Property IGA, and a work session debrief on listening sessions. No formal action is expected during the work session.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Council to adopt FY 2022-23 budget, set utility rates, and approve tax levies

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a series of resolutions to adopt the FY 2022-23 budget, levy taxes, make appropriations, and set rates for water, sewer, surface water, and solid waste services. The agenda also includes consent items such as accepting election results for a $1.95 fire/police/parks/library levy and making appointments to the Economic Development Commission. Executive sessions are scheduled to review the City Manager's performance and discuss real property negotiations.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 18:30

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency to adopt FY 2022-23 budget and tax increment

The Forest Grove Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing to adopt its budget for fiscal year 2022-23, make appropriations, and declare the tax increment. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its March 21, 2022 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Forest Grove City Council to adopt FY 2022-23 budget and set utility rates

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a series of resolutions to adopt the fiscal year 2022-23 budget, levy taxes, make appropriations, and set rates for water, sewer, surface water, and solid waste services. The agenda also includes executive sessions to review the City Manager's performance and discuss real property negotiations, plus a consent agenda with routine items.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to adopt FY 2022-23 budget and utility rates

The Forest Grove City Council will convene in person and via Zoom to adopt the fiscal year 2022-23 budget, levy taxes, and set new utility rates for sewer, surface water, water, and solid waste services. The meeting also includes public hearings on these financial actions and appointments to the Economic Development Commission.

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Forest Grove Sustainability Commission reviews burn plan and work plan

The Sustainability Commission will discuss a burn plan and review its work plan, with potential adoption of the work plan. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and public comment. No ordinances or contracts are listed for action.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council homelessness subcommittee work session, no formal action

The Forest Grove City Council Homelessness Subcommittee is holding a work session to discuss homelessness. The agenda states the subcommittee will take no formal action, and the session is limited to background and conversation before adjournment.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Development Code amendments

The Forest Grove Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on legislative amendments to the Forest Grove Development Code (File No. 311-22-000018-PLNG). The meeting also includes a public comment period for non-agenda items, approval of minutes from May 2, 2022, and a director's report. No action items are scheduled.

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Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

Forest Grove police advisory commission to meet, discuss levy and work groups

The Community Policing Advisory Commission (CPAC) is holding its regular monthly meeting, primarily consisting of routine updates and reports. Members will hear from community representatives and work groups, receive a staff update on the Community Services Local Option Levy, and get a report from the Council Liaison on the June 13 City Council meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 07:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission to set summer meeting schedule and location

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission will decide whether to hold its July and August meetings and where. The agenda also includes updates from the Parks & Recreation Director on the operating levy results, summer programs, and grant applications, plus reports from the Parks, Aquatics, and Administrative staff.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 18:30

City Council

Council homelessness subcommittee holds work session, no formal action

The Forest Grove City Council Homelessness Subcommittee is holding a work session to discuss homelessness. The agenda states the subcommittee will take no formal action, and the session is primarily a conversation with background information. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to vote on fee schedule, Juneteenth holiday, water plan, Davis Estates

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings and take action on several items, including adopting an updated Water Master Plan, approving the Davis Estates planned residential development, setting fees and charges effective July 1, 2022, and designating Juneteenth as a public holiday. The council will also hear updates on homelessness, fireworks, and annual financial reports, and consider consent agenda items like a liquor license endorsement and a letter supporting the I-5 bridge replacement.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to set fees, continue hearings on water plan and Davis Estates

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a water master plan update, the Davis Estates planned residential development appeal, and a resolution setting city fees effective July 1, 2022. The council will also consider designating Juneteenth as an observed holiday, receive updates on homelessness and fireworks, and review annual financial reports. An executive session on labor negotiations is closed to the public.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 18:30

Library Commission

Library Commission to discuss staff vacancy and planning updates

The Forest Grove Library Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from the library director and Friends/Foundation. The director's report will cover a staff vacancy, a WCCLS update, and library planning. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 12:00

Economic Development Commission

Economic Development Commission to hear Columbia-Pacific presentation

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on items including a presentation from Columbia-Pacific Economic Development and future planning for subcommittees. The agenda also includes routine consent items and communications from the Chamber of Commerce and council liaison.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove committee to debrief town meeting, plan next one

The Committee for Community Involvement is meeting to debrief the May 4, 2022 Quarterly Town Meeting, set the date and topic for the next one, and receive updates on subcommittees and the 2022-23 workplan. The agenda is mostly routine discussion and planning items, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 16:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Public Arts Commission mural festival subcommittee meets

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Forest Grove Public Arts Commission focused on the mural festival. The agenda is largely procedural, with no consent agenda items and no substantive discussion items listed. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

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Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Forest Grove budget committee to review councilor compensation

The Forest Grove Budget Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss councilor compensation. The agenda includes public comment and a review/discussion of councilor pay, but no final decisions are listed.

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Thu May 26, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to review work plan and discuss burn plan

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including an update on a mural, a burn plan, and a review of their work plan to develop strategic initiatives. The meeting includes public comment and reports from council and staff liaisons.

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Wed May 25, 2022 · 11:30

City Council

Homelessness subcommittee plans listening session outreach

The Forest Grove City Council's homelessness subcommittee is holding a work session to discuss outreach, specifically planning listening sessions. The meeting is open to the public and includes the mayor, two councilors, the city manager, and the police chief.

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Wed May 25, 2022 · 16:00

Committee for Community Involvement

Committee plans July homelessness discussion after June community listening sessions

The Committee for Community Involvement’s subcommittee reviewed updates to its communication plan, including website, social media, and email outreach. It also scheduled three June community listening sessions on homelessness, with a July follow-up meeting to discuss results and next steps.

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Tue May 24, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Forest Grove Budget Committee reviews and votes on FY 2022-23 proposed budget

The Forest Grove Budget Committee will continue reviewing and discussing the proposed FY 2022-23 budget, covering multiple city funds including Light & Power, Sewer, Water, Street, and Capital Projects. The committee will also hold public comment sessions before discussing and voting on the budget. Separately, the Urban Renewal Agency Budget Committee will review and vote on its proposed budget.

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Mon May 23, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to review water master plan update and land purchase

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance adopting the 2010 Water Master Plan update and consider resolutions authorizing the purchase of property near the water treatment plant, an intergovernmental agreement for police services, approval of the electric system master plan, and a grant application for renewable energy. The meeting also includes a work session on employee handbook revisions and an executive session to evaluate the City Manager's performance.

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Mon May 23, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to vote on water plan update and property purchase

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed update to the 2010 Water Master Plan and a purchase agreement for property near the water treatment plant. The meeting also includes discussions on police intergovernmental agreements, an electric system master plan, and a grant application for renewable energy.

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Thu Apr 28, 2022 · 10:00

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Advisory Committee meets April 28 to review projects and bylaws

The Forest Grove Urban Renewal Advisory Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to approve past minutes, receive a staff update on ongoing projects (Site B development, parklets, and mural program), review bylaws for membership recruitment, and discuss a return to fully in-person meetings. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board reviews preservation grant and Stewart Award

The Historic Landmarks Board will discuss a preservation grant request for a property at 1638 Birch Street, receive updates on a post-WWII survey project, review a downtown historic district brochure, and select a Stewart Award recipient. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of previous minutes and reports from liaisons and staff.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Budget committee reviews uncommitted federal relief funds

The Forest Grove Budget Subcommittee meets to discuss remaining uncommitted American Rescue Plan funds. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom, with a public comment period and a consent agenda for routine items.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 11:30

City Council

Council homelessness subcommittee to discuss B Street and HWY 47 properties

The Forest Grove City Council Homelessness Subcommittee meets to discuss homelessness-related items, including staff updates on the B Street (Kyle) property and city-owned land along Highway 47, as well as coordination with the county and non-profits. The subcommittee will take no formal action during the work session, and public comment is limited to the earlier subcommittee meeting portion.

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Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 19:00

City Council

Council to hear appeal on Parkview Terrace housing development

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to deny appeals and affirm the Planning Commission's approval of the Parkview Terrace Planned Residential Development. The council will also discuss a communications strategy, hear about an electric vehicle incentive program, and consider adopting new performance review criteria for the city manager.

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Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to hear appeal on Parkview Terrace housing development

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing on Order No. 2022-01, which denies appeals and affirms the Planning Commission's approval of the Parkview Terrace Planned Residential Development. The council will also discuss a communications strategy, hear about an electric vehicle incentive program, and consider adopting new city manager performance review criteria.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

CPAC to discuss police stop data, policy, and community forums

The Community Policing Advisory Commission (CPAC) is meeting to discuss updates from its work groups on police stop data, police policy, and community conversations, as well as staff communications on the Community Services Local Option Levy and a joint work session with City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with routine items like approving minutes and introducing new members.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Arts Commission to discuss Mural Fest, Open Aire, and 2023 plan

The Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including artist updates for Mural Fest, a base discussion for Open Aire, a document review update, the URA 2023 plan, and a featured artist collaboration with Pacific. The meeting also includes public comment, consent agenda approval of minutes, and a finance report.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 19:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss operating levy restrictions on political campaigning

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss restrictions on political campaigning related to an operating levy, and to receive updates from department staff on goals, budget, and projects. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and citizen communications.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 18:00

Budget Committee

Forest Grove Budget Committee holds informational meeting with no decisions

The Forest Grove Budget Committee met on April 19, 2022, via Zoom to discuss non-decision items. The meeting included public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and informational presentations on city goals, American Rescue Plan updates, capital projects, and general fund finances. No budget decisions were scheduled for this session.

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Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Water Master Plan update

The Forest Grove Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Water Master Plan update for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and make a recommendation on adopting it. No action items are scheduled, and the meeting also includes approval of minutes and a director's report.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 12:00

Economic Development Commission

Commission to revisit economic development strategic plan

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission will discuss revisiting its strategic plan and current economic development trends with consultant John Southgate. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, citizen communications, and updates on Project Meriwether and small business grants.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Commission to hold public hearings on removing two protected trees

The Community Forestry Commission will hold two public hearings on removing a street tree and a significant Oregon white oak. The meeting also includes a sesquicentennial project update and routine approval of prior minutes.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Sister Cities Committee plans Nyuzen delegation visits and logo options

The Forest Grove/Nyuzen Sister Cities Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming adult and student delegation visits from Nyuzen, Japan, in October and November 2022, as well as subcommittee reports and logo ideas. The agenda includes liaison reports and financial updates. The meeting is a regular monthly business meeting with no major policy decisions.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 17:45

City Council

Council to hold first hearing on housing code changes for state mandates

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance amending the Development Code to comply with Oregon House Bill 2001 and Senate Bill 458, which relate to housing. The council will also consider resolutions on a wildfire mitigation plan and an intergovernmental agreement for a community development block grant. Earlier in the day, work sessions will discuss city manager performance review criteria and downtown street trees policy.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to hold first hearing on housing code changes for state mandates

The Forest Grove City Council will hold a first-reading public hearing on Ordinance 2022-01, amending the development code to comply with Oregon House Bill 2001 and Senate Bill 458. The council will also consider resolutions on a wildfire mitigation plan and an intergovernmental agreement for a community development block grant. Work sessions before the meeting cover city manager performance review criteria and a downtown street trees policy discussion.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 17:45

City Council

City Council reviews development code updates and wildfire mitigation plan

The Forest Grove City Council meets in person to discuss routine approvals, annual reports from commissions, and first readings of ordinances. The meeting includes a work session on downtown street trees and a public hearing on development code amendments required by state bills.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Committee reviews 2022-23 work plan and QTM planning update

The Committee for Community Involvement will discuss a draft 2022-23 work plan and calendar, receive an update from Parks & Recreation on the May 4 QTM planning event, and hear a subcommittee report on a communication plan. No formal decisions are listed.

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Thu Mar 24, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Forest Grove Sustainability Commission to discuss solar, climate, burn plan

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss several sustainability topics, including a $350 grant request from Artingales for 'Print Day in May,' solar feasibility for the city, a potential natural gas ban related to climate change, a burn plan, and Earth Day work plan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous meeting minutes and public comment. No final decisions are listed; most items are discussions or presentations.

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Thu Mar 24, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board to review preservation grant for 1305 Birch St.

The Forest Grove Historic Landmarks Board is meeting to discuss and take action on a preservation grant request for 1305 Birch Street, along with several administrative and planning items. The agenda includes discussions on governance, a CEP grant for 2023, the Stewart Award, and sesquicentennial event planning. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive reports from council liaison and staff.

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Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 21:15

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency to vote on continuing parklet pilot project

The Forest Grove Urban Renewal Agency is holding a regular meeting to consider a resolution that would continue the parklet pilot project and authorize the executive director to implement it. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

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Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider sewer rehab agreement, library IGA, auditor appointment

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on board appointments and a federal project request, then a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda, presentations on in-person meetings and downtown parking, and three resolutions: authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Clean Water Services for sewer rehabilitation, authorizing a library services agreement with Washington County, and appointing the city auditor.

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Sat Mar 19, 2022 · 09:00

Public Arts Commission

Forest Grove Arts Commission reviews strategic plan, policies, mural festival

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is meeting to review its strategic plan, update the Cultural Exchange Program (CEP), and examine its Art Management Policy and by-laws. The commission will also consider a sponsorship application, elect officers, and get an update on the Mural Festival. No public comment will be taken at this meeting.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

CPAC to elect 2022 leadership and vote on annual report

The Community Policing Advisory Commission will elect its 2022 chair and vice chair, vote on adopting its annual report, and revisit discussions on police policy (including 8 Can't Wait) and community conversations. The meeting also includes updates on the public services levy and the City Council Homelessness Subcommittee.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 10:00

Economic Development Commission

Commission to hear regional economic trends from Greater Portland Inc.

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss regional economic development trends presented by Greater Portland Inc. They will also receive staff updates on business incentive and resilience grant programs, and hear from the council liaison.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove Forestry Commission to discuss hazard trees, Arbor Month planting

The Community Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss hazard trees with the Light and Power Department, plan Arbor Month tree planting at Thatcher Park, and prepare an Arbor Day proclamation and annual report to Council. They will also review a City Council work session on downtown street trees. The next meeting will include a public hearing on removing an Oregon White Oak at 2130 Rhodora Street.

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Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on parks fee hikes, levy measure, and $84.7M water plan

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several resolutions, including a parks and recreation fee increase, a local option levy for the May 2022 ballot, a business incentive program, and a water system master plan. The council will also consider a safety improvement plan for Tualatin Valley Highway and a city hall remodel project. Work sessions earlier in the day cover solid waste and the water system plan.

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Thu Feb 24, 2022 · 18:00

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission to hear energy efficiency programs and elect vice chair

The Forest Grove Sustainability Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, electing a vice chair, and receiving updates on energy efficiency programs, the sesquicentennial, a mural project, food sustainability, and a burn plan. The commission will also discuss Earth Day plans and review its work plan.

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Wed Feb 23, 2022 · 10:00

City Council

Council to discuss homelessness policy framework and hear Open Door presentation

The Forest Grove City Council is holding a homelessness subcommittee meeting and work session. The subcommittee will approve past meeting minutes and hear a presentation from Open Door. The work session will discuss a framework for homelessness policy, including a staff memo and a Beaverton shelter code project survey, with no formal action taken.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 18:30

Historic Landmarks Board

Historic Landmarks Board to review preservation grant for 2114 B Street

The Forest Grove Historic Landmarks Board is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a preservation grant request for a property at 2114 B Street, a CLG grant survey presentation, and adoption of the 2022 work plan. The board will also plan for the city's sesquicentennial event and discuss a downtown historic district brochure update. The meeting is held in a hybrid format via Zoom and in-person at the Community Auditorium.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 19:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks commission to discuss local option levy and fitness court mural

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a local option levy with Finance Director Paul Downey and a fitness court mural with the Public Arts Commission. They will also receive updates on Eastside Park and a sesquicentennial tree planting. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 20:30

City Council

Council to consider ballot title for local option levy renewal at May election

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on parks/recreation fees, solid waste advisory, and goals, then a regular meeting with consent agenda, presentations, and a resolution to approve a ballot title for a local option levy renewal on the May 17, 2022 ballot. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions expected beyond the resolution.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider ballot title for local option levy renewal at May election

The Forest Grove City Council meets to consider a resolution approving a ballot title for the renewal of the city's local option levy at the May 17, 2022 election. The meeting also includes work sessions on the parks/recreation fee schedule, solid waste advisory committee, and goals refinement, plus presentations on the Community Policing Advisory Commission annual report and a light and power line extension policy surcharge. Consent agenda items include approving various meeting minutes and endorsing liquor license renewals.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider ballot title for local option levy renewal at May election

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on parks/recreation fees, solid waste advisory committee, and goals, followed by a regular meeting. The main action is a resolution to approve a ballot title for the renewal of the local option levy for the May 17, 2022 election. The council will also hear presentations on the Community Policing Advisory Commission annual report and a light and power line extension policy materials surcharge.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 10:00

Economic Development Commission

Commission to discuss Forest Grove Theater development and small business incentives

The Economic Development Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and decide on several economic development items, including the Forest Grove Theater development, a small business incentive program, and plans for 2022 Economic Development Week. The agenda also includes routine consent items and updates from community partners.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove Forestry Commission to discuss tree issues and Arbor Week

The Community Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss several items including concerns about problem trees, a sesquicentennial commemoration, Arbor Week events, and the Tree Plotter inventory project. The meeting is open to the public in a hybrid format.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 17:00

Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission to discuss Mural Festival artist selection

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the artist selection process for the Mural Festival. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a finance report with no action since August. The meeting is open to the public in a hybrid format.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 165-lot Watercrest Road development

The Forest Grove Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed planned residential development at the 700 block of Watercrest Road, consisting of 133 single-family detached and 32 attached residential lots. The meeting also includes a public comment period, approval of minutes, and a nomination for a new vice chair.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 18:30

Library Commission

Library Commission to discuss annual retreat and teen space guidelines

The Forest Grove Library Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on the commission's annual retreat and guidelines for the teen library space. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes from previous meetings and receiving reports from staff and the Friends and Foundation.

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Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 17:30

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove committee to review town meeting readiness and elect officers

The Committee for Community Involvement is meeting to discuss subcommittee communications, review readiness for the Annual Town Meeting, and elect officers. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Sat Jan 29, 2022 · 08:30

City Council

City Council holds goal-setting retreat, no formal action

The Forest Grove City Council is holding a goal-setting retreat via Zoom. This is a work session only; no public comment will be taken and no formal action will occur. The council will discuss goals for the city.

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Thu Jan 27, 2022 · 10:00

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Advisory Committee to elect officers and review financial report

The Forest Grove Urban Renewal Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers for 2022, approve the meeting calendar, and review the Urban Renewal Agency's financial impact report. They will also receive updates on several projects, including the Site B/Fresh Foods Development, Downtown Parking Study, and public art installations.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider buying 19th Ave property for park, annexation hearings

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on middle housing, goals, and a levy update, then a regular meeting with public hearings on annexation-related comprehensive plan and zoning map amendments, a resolution to purchase property at 3705 19th Avenue for a city park, and a resolution recognizing the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council. Consent agenda includes endorsing a new liquor license for Vex at 1937 Pacific Avenue.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 11:30

City Council

Forest Grove homelessness subcommittee meets for policy discussion

The Forest Grove City Council's Homelessness Subcommittee is holding a work session to discuss a framework for policy discussion and next steps. The agenda is brief and contains no specific proposals or decisions, only the two discussion topics.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on annexation map amendments for tax lot 1N330000100

The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings on two orders amending the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps for property subject to annexation (Washington County Tax Lot 1N330000100). The council will also consider a resolution recognizing the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council and endorse a new liquor license application. Work sessions earlier in the day cover middle housing, goals and objectives, and a levy update, with no formal action taken.

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Fri Jan 21, 2022 · 17:00

City Council

City Council holds emergency executive session on real property negotiations

The Forest Grove City Council is holding an emergency executive session, which is closed to the public, to deliberate with designated negotiators on real property transactions. No final action or decision will be made during this session. The meeting is scheduled for January 21, 2022, at 5:00 PM via Zoom and in person at the Community Auditorium.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 18:30

Community Policing Advisory Commission

CPAC to discuss FGPD policy alignment with policing reform proposals

The Community Policing Advisory Commission will discuss the extent to which Forest Grove Police Department policy aligns with policing reform proposals such as Community Policing, 8 Can't Wait, and 21st Century Policing. They will also decide whether to continue focusing on FGPD policy in February or choose a different topic. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and updates from work groups.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 16:45

City Council

Sister Cities Committee plans 2022 delegations and 150th anniversary events

The Forest Grove/Nyuzen Sister Cities Committee is meeting to discuss and plan upcoming activities, including adult and student delegations from Nyuzen, Japan, scheduled for October and November 2022, and the celebration of Forest Grove's 150th anniversary on October 5, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes, a financial report, and liaison updates, as well as new business such as welcoming a new member and planning a summer festival and cooking class.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 19:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Forest Grove Parks Commission to review minutes, get updates on Bard Park

The Forest Grove Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve the December 15, 2021 minutes. The main business is receiving updates from the Parks & Recreation Director, including on Bard Park, and from other staff. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review City Hall design, landscaping business application withdrawn

The Forest Grove Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site development and design review for the new City Hall at 1924 Council Street. A separate application for a landscaping maintenance business at 1920 23rd Ave. has been withdrawn. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 10:00

Economic Development Commission

Economic Development Commission to elect chair, set 2022 schedule

The Forest Grove Economic Development Commission is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, set its 2022 meeting schedule, and address board vacancies. They will also hear updates on ARPA grants for small businesses and the Oregon Main Street program. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 17:30

Community Forestry Commission

Forest Grove Forestry Commission to elect officers, plan 2022 meetings

The Community Forestry Commission is meeting to elect officers for 2022, adopt its 2022 meeting calendar, and discuss several tree-related items, including Tree City USA applications, downtown street tree replanting, and a potential city participation in the ODF Tree Plotter Inventory Project. The agenda also includes a consent item to approve minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting and a discussion on Sesquicentennial participation.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 11:30

City Council

Forest Grove Council homelessness subcommittee meets on shelter, encampments

The Forest Grove City Council's homelessness subcommittee is holding a work session to receive updates on the Open Door Shelter service and Washington County's Supportive Housing Services and encampment efforts. The group will then discuss next steps. This is a discussion and update session, not a final decision-making meeting.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider adding firefighter, fitness court, and telecom franchise renewal

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on a parklet pilot program and zoning for annexation areas, followed by a regular meeting. The meeting includes a public hearing on renewing Ziply Fiber's telecommunications franchise, and resolutions to add a firefighter, join Oregon Latinos in Local Government, and fund a fitness court in Bard Park. Consent agenda items include liquor license endorsement and meeting schedule approval.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 17:30

Urban Renewal Agency

Council to vote on adding firefighter, Ziply Fiber franchise, fitness court

The Forest Grove City Council will hold work sessions on a parklet pilot program and zoning for annexation areas, followed by a regular meeting. Action items include second reading of a Ziply Fiber franchise ordinance, a resolution to add a full-time firefighter, and resolutions on Oregon Latinos in Local Government membership and a fitness court in Bard Park. Presentations cover TV Highway transit, 26th Avenue improvements, and the Fern Hill Road/Maple Street/Hwy 47 intersection project.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 12:00

Committee for Community Involvement

Forest Grove committee meets to discuss community involvement communications

The Committee for Community Involvement subcommittee is holding a routine meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, public comments, and a discussion by the CCI Communications Subcommittee. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond these procedural items.

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