Each month City Council and Planning Commission meetings are live via Zoom*. Its an easy way to stay plugged into what is going on in Rivergrove.
City Council - 2nd Tuesday of every month
Planning Commission - 1st Monday of every month
For more information and to view each months agenda check out
https://www.cityofrivergrove.org/city-council
https://www.cityofrivergrove.org/planning-commission
*check events calendar each month in case of a date change due to Holiday’s
All,
The City of Rivergrove is looking for volunteers to serve on the Park Advisory Council, with the goal of advising the City Council on various park projects, long term plans and other such endeavors. While these positions will have terms assigned to them, the positions are entirely voluntary. The goal is to appoint 5 residents to this Advisory Council.
If you would like to be considered for this Advisory Council, please reach out to mayor@cityofrivergrove.com and manager@cityofrivergrove.com, and include a brief mention of why you would like to serve.
Sincerely,
Jeff Williams
Mayor, City of Rivergrove
Monday and Tuesday this week are expected to be hottest with extreme heat risk, and increased fire risk from wind and low relative humidity today.
Red Flag Warning for Clackamas is in effect through 11pm tonight.
Excessive Heat Warning is in effect through 11pm Wednesday.
The EOC is operating at Level 1: Assessment and Monitoring.
The NWS issued a Fire Weather Watch from 8/12/2023 2:00 PM to 8/14/2023 8:00 PM PDT – for wind and low relative humidity. The western part of Clackamas County is impacted. Temperatures are forecasted to reach over 100 degrees this week (8/14-18) with overnight lows will staying warm at 65-70 degrees. Please be aware of the Clackamas NWS Forecast and the NWS Heat Risk Forecast.
The spiral slide on the Lloyd Minor Park play structure is closed for repairs. For your own safety, please do not use the spiral slide until further notice. Thank you!
A red flag warning has been issued for the Willamette Valley, including most of Washington County. It’s in effect from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. today. Expect winds 10-15 mph with guests to 25 mph and relative humidity as low as 25%. These conditions may be favorable for rapid fire spread which may threaten life and property.
Also, heat risk will increase to moderate tomorrow, with forecasted high temperatures in the mid-90s.
Hillsboro Forecast:
On June 1, 8, and 15, 2023 the City of Rivergrove Budget Committee, composed of the Rivergrove City Council and five citizen volunteers, met via ZOOM to consider a proposed budget. Upon their approval, the budget was sent to the Council for consideration on June 22, 2023. They will further deliberate via ZOOM to adopt a budget on June 29, 2023, at 7 PM.
Join Zoom Meeting - June 29, 2023, at 7 PM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86711029151?pwd=WjdhYiswWWFCaVY5cXFWWW9OMF RaUT09
Meeting ID: 867 1102 9151
Passcode: 887500
A public meeting of the Budget Advisory Committee of the City of Rivergrove, Washington/Clackamas Counties, State of Oregon, on the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, will be held via Zoom.
The first meeting will take place on Thursday, June 1 at 7 pm. Login and telephone number to attend the meeting virtually will be posted on the City of Rivergrove website prior to the meeting. Please check for updates as meeting dates and times may change.
The purpose of the first meeting is to receive the budget message. A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained on or after June 1, 2023, on the City’s website: https://www.cityofrivergrove.com
Listed below is the time and place of additional Budget Committee meeting(s) that will be held to take public comment. Any person may appear at the meeting(s) and discuss the proposed budget with the Budget Committee:
Date: June 8, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm (Meeting for public comment)
Date: June 15, 2023 (Meeting to be held only if needed)
Time: 7:00 pm
Public hearings on the use of state revenue-sharing funds will be held, as follows:
Before the Budget Committee to discuss possible uses of the funds, June 8, 2023 at 7:00 pm
Before the Budget Committee to discuss possible uses of the funds June 15, 2023 at 7:00 pm (if needed)
Before the City Council on the proposed uses of the funds, June 22, 2023 at 7:00 pm
Before the City Council on the proposed uses of funds June 29, 2023 at 7:00 pm (if needed)
Public testimony to be considered by the Committee can be submitted by email to manager@cityofrivergrove.com by 2:00 pm on June 8, 2023. Testimony can also be mailed to: PO BOX 1104 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 to be received before June 8, 2023.
Lisa Merlo Flores
City Manager and Budget Officer
The City of Rivergrove is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Rivergrove Budget Committee Meeting
Time: June 1, 2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86711029151?pwd=WjdhYiswWWFCaVY5cXFWWW9OMF RaUT09
Meeting ID: 867 1102 9151
Passcode: 887500
Saturday, May 20th from 9 AM to Noon: Meet your neighbors as we work together to spruce up our special park. Bring wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, yard debris containers, pruning shears, etc…
Sunday, May 21st from 10 AM to 5 PM: Meet your local firefighter and get tips from your local arborist. Join us for Live Music, Great Food, Special Guest Visits, Tree Contests, and more!
Heat Advisory Issued by NWS Portland (Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington) [PDF]
Drink plenty of fluids, seek air-conditioned locations if possible, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org in Oregon or wa211.org in Washington
Check out this month’s edition: https://www.cityofrivergrove.org/s/Newsletter-May-2023.pdf
The Rivergrove City Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13th has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 21st at 7 pm. We will follow up in the next few days with the meeting agenda, Zoom link, and other pertinent information.
NOTICE
The Rivergrove Planning Commission work session scheduled for Monday January 16th will not be held. Notice will be given if meeting can be rescheduled.
We will say goodbye to three councilors: Mayor Walt Williams, Council President Dave Pierce, and Councilor Susie Lahsene.
Mayor Walt Williams has been one of the most active mayors in Rivergrove history---attending every mayor’s meeting, meeting with citizens who have problems, and faithfully closing the ramp gate each evening.
Councilor Lahsene applied for and received the largest grant in Rivergrove history--$100,000, which combined with an equal amount from Clackamas County will pave Marlin, Tualamere, and Dogwood West.
Council President Pierce masterminded the Boat Ramp Signage Proposal, which, even though it did not pass, was a work of art.
Thank you to all three of you!
We will also be welcoming three new councilors: Brenda Ruble, Doug McLean, and Jeff Williams.
After lengthy discussion and preparation of the proposed signage for the boat ramp, one of the councilors stopped the process and council could not proceed with the vote to adopt. It remains to be seen what the new council will decide to do.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Rivergrove City Council at or shortly after 7:00 PM on December 12, 2022, via Zoom will meet and continue the hearing to adopt an ordinance regulating the use of the Stark Community Boat Ramp. The City Council’s decision will be based on what is in the best interests of the citizens of the City of Rivergrove. The Council will take public testimony on this matter and testimony will be limited to 3 minutes per person. Or written testimony will be accepted up to 5 pm on December 11th. Send written testimony to the city manager at: manager@cityofrivergrove.com
ORDINANCE 90-2022
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RIVERGROVE REGULATING ACTIVITY AT THE RIVERGROVE CITY PARK AND RIVER ACCESS
WHEREAS, the City is the owner and manager of the Lloyd Minor Park (the“Park”) with access to the Tualatin River at the Stark Community Boat Ramp (the“River Access”); and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that use of the Park and River Access can have impacts on neighbors and City resources; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt regulations to control the operation and use of the River Access to protect the City’s property, the neighbors of the Park and to control access to the Tualatin River,
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF RIVERGROVE ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City hereby adopts the regulations to control the use of the River Access as set forth in the language of the sign attached to this Ordinance as Exhibit A.
Section 2. The City directs City staff to have a sign with the language from Exhibit A created and posted at the River Access to the Tualatin River.
Ramp Operating Hours
Please return to the ramp by closing. Gates will close on time.
Gates will remain open during operating hours.
Welcome to the Stark Community Boat Ramp! To make your visit more enjoyable and safer, please comply with the following regulations:
The ramp has limited capacity. If it is crowded, please consider using the nearby parks with river access, exit points, and restroom facilities:
Brown’s Ferry Park, or Tualatin Community Park with (Q-code showing location of other ramps)
Please be respectful of this residential area by not creating loud noises, not using portable speakers, and removing your trash and debris.
This compact ramp is best for small vessels, such as kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. Large boats and trailers are not recommended due to the ramp size and the abrupt end-of-ramp drop-off.
Be courteous, and please have only one group at a time launching or retrieving watercraft from the ramp.
All other ramp uses, such as swimming, fishing, wading, etc. should promptly and courteously give way to launching and retrieving watercraft.
Be aware that there is no Lifeguard on duty, and there are no public restrooms.
Be aware of water temperature and velocity. Please use lifejackets.
Please adhere to the following safety regulations:
Do not park on the ramp or on yellow street curbs
Do not block traffic, mailboxes, or driveways
Tables, fires, or cooking on the ramp are not permitted
Smoking, vaping, alcohol, or fireworks are not permitted
Personal watercraft and towing a person behind a motorized boat are prohibited by State law.
Thank you for helping keep our Stark Community Boat Ramp a safe and enjoyable area!
City of Rivergrove Ordinance 90-2022
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Rivergrove City Council at or shortly after 7:00 PM on November 14, 2022, via Zoom will meet and consider adopting an ordinance regulating the use of the Stark Community Boat Ramp. The City Council’s decision will be based on what is in the best interests of the citizens of the City of Rivergrove. The Council will take public testimony on this matter and testimony will be limited to 3 minutes per person.
ORDINANCE 90-2022
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RIVERGROVE REGULATING ACTIVITY AT THE RIVERGROVE CITY PARK AND RIVER ACCESS
WHEREAS, the City is the owner and manager of the Lloyd Minor Park (the“Park”) with access to the Tualatin River at the Stark Community Boat Ramp (the“River Access”); and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that use of the Park and River Access can have impacts on neighbors and City resources; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt regulations to control the operation and use of the River Access to protect the City’s property, the neighbors of the Park and to control access to the Tualatin River,
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF RIVERGROVE ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City hereby adopts the regulations to control the use of the River Access as set forth in the language of the sign attached to this Ordinance as Exhibit A.
Section 2. The City directs City staff to have a sign with the language from Exhibit A created and posted at the River Access to the Tualatin River.
Ramp Operating Hours
Please return to the ramp by closing. Gates will close on time.
Gates will remain open during operating hours.
Welcome to the Stark Community Boat Ramp! To make your visit more enjoyable and safer, please comply with the following regulations:
The ramp has limited capacity. If it is crowded, please consider using the nearby parks with river access, exit points, and restroom facilities:
Brown’s Ferry Park, or Tualatin Community Park with (Q-code showing location of other ramps)
Please be respectful of this residential area by not creating loud noises, not using portable speakers, and removing your trash and debris.
This compact ramp is best for small vessels, such as kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. Large boats and trailers are not recommended due to the ramp size and the abrupt end-of-ramp drop-off.
Be courteous, and please have only one group at a time launching or retrieving watercraft from the ramp.
All other ramp uses, such as swimming, fishing, wading, etc. should promptly and courteously give way to launching and retrieving watercraft.
Be aware that there is no Lifeguard on duty, and there are no public restrooms.
Be aware of water temperature and velocity. Please use lifejackets.
Please adhere to the following safety regulations:
Do not park on the ramp or on yellow street curbs
Do not block traffic, mailboxes, or driveways
Tables, fires, or cooking on the ramp are not permitted
Smoking, vaping, alcohol, or fireworks are not permitted
Personal watercraft and towing a person behind a motorized boat are prohibited by State law.
Thank you for helping keep our Stark Community Boat Ramp a safe and enjoyable area!
City of Rivergrove Ordinance 90-2022
HOW TO SUBMIT TESTIMONY FOR OR AGAINST THE PROPOSED SIGNAGE
Testimony may be submitted in writing to the City manager at manager@cityofrivergrove.com or by attending the hearing on November 14th and testifying in person. Written testimony must be received no later than 3 pm on November 14th.
For the November 8th election, Rivergrove will have six candidates vying for three seats on the City Council.
Voters will be asked to cast three votes. The candidates receiving the highest and second highest numbers of votes will receive four-year terms and the candidate receiving the third highest number of votes will receive a two-year term.
To count the winning votes, be sure to check the Elections Depts from both Clackamas and Washington Counties.
Early bird registration for the Safe Routes to School Summit 2022 is now open! Discounted registration rates are available through October 14. Spaces are limited.
Register now to join hundreds of Safe Routes to School and active transportation professionals for a three-day virtual summit to showcase best practices, share success stories, and learn from one another to implement strong and sustainable Safe Routes to School programs in your community. We hope to see you there!
