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HomeAbout UsAdvertisingCommunity CalendarContactPrevious IssuesSearch our Archive (2003-2020)Sign UpWho to Call October 2022 Articles October 2, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done by Tuesday, October 4.This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line (and we’re working on that now!)! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More Aura Aesthetics October 2, 2022 Business Suzanne Jagger and her staff want you to feel comfortable as soon as you step into the Aura medspa. “Come as you are,” is more than a slogan. They even welcome well-behaved kids. “We will always encourage our clients to bring in their kids instead of missing their appointment,” says manager Savannah Yates. Read More Development News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Beaverton, Development • Peterkort Rock Gym• Starbucks• Cedar Hills Apartments approved• Redevelopment of former Hall Street Grill• Gas station next to a wetland up for consideration again Read More Beavers: nature’s firefighters! October 2, 2022 The Nature of Cedar Mill Smokey the Bear may be famous as the animal who helps prevent forest fires, but North American beavers, Castor canadensis, are much better at fire prevention. Read More CPO News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Elections • October CPO 1 meeting agenda: Election Forum!• Neighborhood Meetings• September 2022 Meeting Summary Read More Business News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Business, Diversity of Cedar Mill • Open House dinner for Estate Planning Questions• CMBA Meeting• Oregon Potters Association Fall Fair at Cornell Farm• Village Gallery of Arts October Events• Look-ahead to the housing market through 2024?• Wow and Flutterville childcare open house• Celebrate International Credit Union Day! Read More School News October 2022 October 1, 2022 Education • New Sunset Principal Elisa Schorr• New boundary between Bonny Slope and Findley elementary schools• Proposed levy renewal added to the November 8 ballot• Beaverton School District awarded funding for a new electric school bus Read More WashCo News October 2022 October 2, 2022 COVID-19, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Public Health, Washington County Government • County rolls out new website design• Boards & Commissions vacancies• Sign up for WashCo alerts• HHS promotes Repair Fairs• WashCo awards $2M to hire community health workers and improve COVID-19 health literacy• Help your community access free interpretation for government-funded services Read More 4-H in Washington County October 2, 2022 Education, Parenting The four H’s stand for Head, Heart, Hands and Health. Throughout the 100+ years of 4-H, Oregon State University Extension professionals and devoted adult volunteers have been on the cutting edge of education with experiential learning—”learn by doing.” During the 1918-19 school year, Oregon became the first state to offer 4-H in a metropolitan area. Portland-area school grounds were used for the first victory gardens in World War I with help from 4-H. Read More Update to public safety radio communications system October 2, 2022 Public Safety The radio system serving most law enforcement and fire/Emergency Management Systems (EMS) agencies of Clackamas and Washington County was upgraded to a digital system in January 2022. Read More Park News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Parks • Community meeting for future dog run• Abbey Creek Park concept plan• Volunteer for a THPRD advisory or budget committee• THPRD winter term registration• FREE fitness in the park• Basketball leagues starting soon!• Looking for spooktacular Halloween happenings? Read More Garden news October 2, 2022 Gardening • Fall planting gives trees a head start• From Seed to Shining Seed: How restoring diversity will save us all Read More Library News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Parenting • All Ages• Kids• Teens & Tweens• Adults• Visit Second Edition Resale for Holiday must-haves• October Writer’s Mill Read More Community News October 2022 October 2, 2022 Community, Garbage & Recycling, music and theatre, Parenting • Skyline Grange Garage SaleTreekeepers’ Fall Color photo contest• Specialty bikes at the ReStore• Indigenous Peoples Day• Clean Water Services leaf disposal and food drive• Emergency Preparedness Fair• Booverton Halloween Festival• 101 Extraordinarily Awful & Truly Terrible Ways to Die (In One Night)• Who’s ready for Halloween?!• A Spooktacular Blood Drive• SHS Grad Party Holiday Pie Sale• SHS Climate Change Club Recycling Drive• Bottle & Can Drive• Sunset Classic Marching Band Competition• Metro transportation online survey• TriMet survey and open house• October events by Viva Village• October happenings at The Reser• Public Affairs Forum• Cedar Mill Scouts, Troop 207• Your organization could receive up to a $5,000 grant!• Organizing for Caregivers with Whitney Zeigler Read More September 2022 articles September 3, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done by Wednesday, September 7.This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line (and we’re working on that now!)! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More September 2022 Road News September 4, 2022 Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government We asked LUT Public Affairs and Communications Manager Melissa De Lyser for an update on the various road projects in progress or scheduled for the roads we travel. Read More Cider Festival returns! September 4, 2022 Community, History, music and theatre, Parks The annual Cedar Mill Cider Festival returns after two long years of the pandemic. We will bring together history, music, food, and fun for the community on the grounds of the historic John Quincy Adams Young House in Cedar Mill. Read More Business News September 2022 September 4, 2022 Business, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education • CMBA September Meeting• Badger helps Blanchet House• Upcoming events at Cascadia Taphouse• White Birch Designs opens September 8• Learn (and earn) financial literacy without spending a dime• Are we in a real estate bubble!?• Cornell Family Dental Wishes Dr. Randall N. Freed A Happy Retirement!• Village Gallery of Arts news• Catlin Gabel offers Community Art programs Read More Under the spreading hickory tree September 4, 2022 Community, History, Parks, The Nature of Cedar Mill You can enjoy the large, spreading shade of a special tree, a Shellbark Hickory (Carya laciniosa), right here in Cedar Mill, at the John Quincy Adams Young House park. Read More CPO News September 2022 September 4, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Garbage & Recycling, Washington County Government September meeting agenda: Recycle+ How-to; WashCo Housing Read More Community News September 2022 September 4, 2022 Beaverton, Community, Garbage & Recycling, music and theatre, Parenting, Public Safety • CASA for Children Needs Volunteers• Powerful Tools for Caregivers• Oktoberfest at Bethany Village!• Oak Hills 1st annual fun run and music festival!• Bottle & Can Drive• Green Days Recycling Event!• Nature Night: Cats Safe at Home• Caring Discipline Series• Beaverton Arts Mix!• Cedar Mill Scouts Troop 207 Back to School BBQ• Beaverton Welcoming Week• The Reser presents Dakhabraka in Concert• Big Horn Brass Fall Concert• Share your fall tree color photos and win!• Washington County Forum update• It’s time to consider a Woodstove Exchange• Parenting Workshops• Cultivating Humility workshop• Beaverton High School Band Electronic Recycle Event• Grave Matters cemetery tour• Skyline Grange Garage Sale• Safe Routes to School• Multilingual volunteer trainers for Suicide Prevention Program needed• Waste Prevention Educator position• September events by Viva Village• What are some back-to-school safety tips for myself and my student?• Talk to Your Kids About Fire and Life Safety Read More Before-and-after-school care for kids at the Student Stops September 4, 2022 Education, Parenting The Student Stop (TSS) was the brainchild of a mom with several children at Cedar Mill Elementary in 1992, according to their Executive Director Christina Bennett and Assistant Director Marjorie Thompson. That need for quality before and after school care became a non-profit with a seven-member Board of Directors serving Cedar Mill Elementary and Bonny Slope Elementary students to this day. Read More Garden news September 2022 September 4, 2022 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Cedar Mill Garden Club is active again!• How Climate Change is Affecting Trees in Oregon• Managing Soils in the Garden• Success with Pacific Northwest Native Plants• Naturescaping workshops Read More OSU Extension spotlight September 4, 2022 Education, Gardening I was honored to attend the August 16 gathering at Portland Community College-Rock Creek Learning Garden, hosted by the OSU Extension Washington County Master Gardener Association™, to showcase the services offered by OSU Extension and their partnerships with a wide array of community organizations. Read More WashCo News September 4, 2022 Community Involvement, Public Health, Public Safety, Washington County Government • Redesigned county website debuting in September• Budget-focused Town Hall meeting• We want your feedback to make our community safer! Read More Recycle+ coming to Beaverton! September 4, 2022 Beaverton, Garbage & Recycling On August 16, Beaverton City Council members unanimously approved resolution 4811 which will establish rates for optional expanded recycling services provided by solid waste and recycling franchisees who serve Beaverton residents. Read More Park News September 2022 September 4, 2022 Gardening, music and theatre, Parks • Annual passes are back!• Plant native this fall, order now!• Welcoming Week: “Where We Belong”• Volunteer to help improve THPRD services• Free monthly admission to THPRD facilities! Read More Help with internet and power bills! September 4, 2022 Community, State Government Part of Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), gives low-income households a discount on internet services. Read More Library News September 2022 September 4, 2022 Education • Fall Into Reading• Board Game Evenings• Oregon Truffle Hunting Industry & Dog Training• Teen Crafternoon: Morse Code Wristband• Graphic Novel Book Club• Owl Book Group• Writer’s Mill hosts author Natalie Dale• Kalapuya Dictionary Available at CML Read More August 2022 articles July 30, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done next week.This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More August 8 update August 7, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Development, Gardening, Parks, Washington County Government • Commissioner Districts Survey• Neighborhood meeting for 9495 SW Taylor St• Paving schedules• Fall Care Fair for afterschool programs• Flea Market at the Skyline Grange• WashCo Bikes Repair Clinic• Storytimes in different languages• Water District proposes rate hike, offers listening sessions• Fall Native Plant Sale at THPRD Nature Center• James Recycling Event at Columbia Sportswear Read More New Business Roundup July 30, 2022 Business, Development The next business to open in the Milltowner Center is something really different for Cedar Mill! White Birch will bring a variety of home goods, clothing, specialty food items, and more. Read More An ash tree’s worst nightmare July 30, 2022 Gardening, Public Health, The Nature of Cedar Mill The emerald ash borer (EAB) beetle (Agrilus planipennis) is being called the most destructive forest pest in North America, and that’s saying something when you consider the devastation caused by other pests such as gypsy moths and bark beetles. Read More Work with us to bring The News to Cedar Mill! July 30, 2022 Community, Community Involvement We’re looking for a new Managing Editor! The job involves compiling the raw material we receive each month from all our sources, posting it in our Google Docs space, assigning it to our team of volunteer editors, and proofreading their work before it gets to me. Read More Cedar Mill Cider Festival returns next month July 31, 2022 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, History, Parks September 18: Enjoy free freshly pressed apple cider, live music, cultural and craft booths, the History Tent where you can learn about the community’s history, kids’ activities, and one or more food trucks serving lunch! Read More CPO 1 News August 2022 July 30, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Neighborhood meetings• Development applications• Gas station next to a wetland• Cedar Hills Apartments• Leahy Estates appeal is denied• CPO 1 July meeting notes Read More Road News August 2022 July 30, 2022 Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Help plan Washington County’s transportation future• Dangerous sidewalk puddle gets fixed Read More August Park News July 31, 2022 music and theatre, Parks • New dog run at Ridgewood Park• Fall Native Plant Sale ordering starts soon• Bonny Slope play structure among THPRD projects getting Metro funds• Summer events at THPRD• THPRD is hiring• Save the date for Fall THPRD registration Read More ­­­Smart watering techniques for summer gardeners July 30, 2022 Gardening Watering the garden is essential to keep plants thriving. When the weather warms, plants need more water, as the summer sun evaporates moisture from the leaves and ground. Read More Grow Together: Families in the Garden July 31, 2022 Gardening Come visit, look, feel, smell, and taste what happens in a garden. PNW natives, fruits, vegetable beds, ornamentals, herbs, deer resistant plants, carnivorous plants, water-wise and pollinator friendly plants… Read More Business News August 2022 July 30, 2022 Business, music and theatre • Farmers Market as a teaching tool!• Luau Party at the Ackerly• CMBA August networking meeting• Wine Cellar offers in-person events!• Owen West Electric• Blood drive at Cornell Family Dental• Annual Music on the Patio summer concert series• Village Gallery of Arts• Back to School Savings Strategies from Sunset Credit Union• What impact will a recession have on the housing market? Read More Library News August 2022 July 29, 2022 Education • Events for Kids• Events for Teens & Tweens• Events for Adults• Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path• Second Edition Resale Read More Community News August 2022 July 30, 2022 Beaverton, Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, music and theatre, Public Safety • NW Restart presents NW Creations Night Market• Sunset HS Marching Band Bottle & Can Drive• Beaverton Night Market• Conflict Resilience Workshop• Beaverton Flicks by the Fountain presents Encanto• Bethany Village summer concert• The Link of Pure Love• Viva Village• Sharing the road with farmers in Washington County• TVF&R offers tips to prevent window falls• WCSO investigates child predators Read More WashCo News July 30, 2022 Washington County Government • Transit Development Plan and Survey• Commissioner boundary changes• Washington County Boards and Commissions position openings Read More Scout Troop 207 July 30, 2022 Uncategorized Started in 1928, Cedar Mill Scout Troop 207 has been having fun, providing service, and growing youth into resourceful, responsible leaders for nearly 100 years! Read More Walker Garbage offers Recycle+ July 30, 2022 Garbage & Recycling We are excited to offer Recycle+, a new service offered to residential customers in urban unincorporated Washington County since July 1, 2022. Read More July 2022 Articles July 3, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done next week (paper may not be distributed until Friday (!) due to a delay at the printer).This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More Terra Nova students learn science through farming July 3, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Education Students, teachers, and local farmer/county commissioner Greg Malinowski had worked over the years to create three acres of fertile soil from hard playground. Read More New Business: Wildwood Taphouse July 3, 2022 Business, Development The next new business to open in the Milltowner Center at Cornell and Saltzman will be the second location of Wildwood Taphouse. Partners Andrew Bradford and Will Witt are awaiting a couple of final inspections and hope to open mid-July. Read More Thompson Crossing decision raises questions about county planning July 3, 2022 Development, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government We asked Stephen Roberts, Director of Washington County’s Land Use and Transportation Department (LUT) to clarify the department’s reasoning in allowing the exceptions to county standards and plans for the Thompson Crossing development. While he didn’t explicitly answer every question, we’re including his responses below. Read More July 2022 Business News July 3, 2022 Business • CMBA July meeting• MOC Annual Music on the Patio summer concert series• Polarity Therapy with Sea Cummins• Protect your home while on vacation – some simple tricks to make your summer vacation less stressful• Village Gallery of Arts News• Cedar Mill Market News: Let’s build community!• Oregon Care Home Consulting & Training podcast• Watercolor class with local artist Veronica Lake• Wow & Flutterville Play Gardens Open House• When is the market going to tank? Not anytime soon! Read More CPO News July 2, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development After updates from our service providers, a TriMet spokesperson will attend to explain the elimination of Line 50, the only bus that served Cedar Mill and Bonny Slope; give us an update on the Last Mile effort (how to get people from their homes to the Transit Center); and provide any other details on how the agency can help us take advantage of public transit. Read More Washington County News July 3, 2022 Development, Garbage & Recycling, Washington County Government • Middle Housing Ordinance adopted• Ridwell sues again but Recycle+ is available now• Reduced rates for garbage and recycling Read More THPRD News July 3, 2022 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, music and theatre * Summer Camps Kick Off* Eid ul-Adha Celebration & Bazaar* Cedar Hills Park Concert* Volunteer with THPRD! Read More Garden News July 3, 2022 Gardening The Washington County Master Gardener™ Association (WCMGA) sponsors a wide variety of gardening–related demonstrations, lectures, seminars, and workshops in various Washington County Oregon locations. Read More Shade-loving hostas add color and texture July 3, 2022 Gardening Hostas! They are champions of variety among plants we can grow in shade. Cool blues, greens, and variegations of white, chartreuse, and yellow paint many hostas, giving us seemingly endless choices. Read More July 2022 Community News July 3, 2022 Beaverton, Community, music and theatre, Public Safety • Beaverton Night Market• Bethany Village Summer Concert Series• Ask WCSO: What is the Sheriff’s Office’s response to drug abuse and overdose in our community?• SAMBA can and bottle collection continues year-round• Tualatin Valley Water District (TVWD) Seeks Volunteers for Rate Advisory Committee• Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely• Water District updates billing system• Metro’s Rid Patrol cleans up illegal dumping• Live Art, Entertainment, and Family Fun at La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival• Viva Village news Read More Library News July 3, 2022 Uncategorized Find event calendars, storytime schedules, and more at the library website. Read More June 2022 articles June 4, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done Monday, June 6 (paper may not be distributed until Wednesday due to a delay at the printer).This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More It falls over lava! The geology of Cedar Mill Falls June 3, 2022 Parks, The Nature of Cedar Mill Cedar Mill Falls is the only waterfall in eastern Washington County, and one of the only urban-area falls in Oregon. Read More Cedar Mill welcomes a variety of new businesses June 4, 2022 Business, Development • Insomnia Coffee• Shaka Brah Grill• Target• More new tenants in Milltowner• Aurora Coffeehouse Read More ­­­­­Road News­­­­­ June 2022 June 4, 2022 Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Upper Saltzman• Cornell Tunnel set to open this month Read More CPO News June 2022 June 4, 2022 Beaverton, CPO 1, Development, Education • June meeting: Civics for high school; District 2 update; Biggi appeal update• Appeal against Leahy Estates development• Cedar Hills multi-family housing development• West Union gas station hearing cancelled, new design submitted• May CPO 1 Meeting Notes Read More Washington County News June 2022 June 4, 2022 Climate Change, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Washington County Government • Hauler recycling plan set to begin in July• Virtual Town Hall: Needs of Older Adults• Board will address Significant Natural Resources regulations• Short-term rental requirements and license process• Commercial food scraps collection services Read More Sunset Service Day and a goodbye to Principal John Huelskamp June 4, 2022 Education Sunday, May 22, 2022, was a day of service at Sunset High School. Over 200 community members came together to beautify our school by painting, bark dusting, and otherwise cleaning up our school grounds. Read More SAMBA: volunteers raise funds to support Sunset band programs June 4, 2022 Community, Education, music and theatre For over 30 years, the Sunset Apollo Marching Band & Auxiliary (SAMBA) Parent Club, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, has supported band players and the associated color guard dancers at Sunset High School. Read More Ash trees cool the water for fish June 3, 2022 Climate Change, The Nature of Cedar Mill Ash trees provide more than just wood for baseball bats. Oregon ash trees (Fraxinus latifolia) are particularly suited to soggy soils and give back by shading streams for fish. Read More Beware of the aggressors! June 3, 2022 Gardening There are a few plants in my garden that I regret planting because they are hard to control, spreading themselves beyond where I want them. I bought most of them at nurseries and thought they were safe. Read More Garden News June 4, 2022 Gardening • Growing Herbs in Your NW Garden• Bees In Your Garden• Conifers in the Pacific Northwest Read More Thank you Beatrice Kahn, CMN volunteer editor June 3, 2022 Education Cedar Mill News could not exist without its enthusiastic team of volunteer editors. Each month we help edit the business and community news submissions for style and content. At this time, Virginia Bruce and the editing team want to give a big thank you to volunteer editor Beatrice Kahn who is leaving and heading off to college in the Fall. Read More Community News June 2022 June 4, 2022 Beaverton, Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education, Garbage & Recycling, music and theatre, Parks, Public Safety • Celebration of Life for Mr. James• It’s prep time. Let’s get ready for the wildfire season together.• Join us “virtually” at the Washington County Public Affairs Forum!• Metro funding for Westside Trail? Take the survey• Civics for Adults• Scavenger Hunt and Food Drive to support DVRC• Meet Your Watershed NavigatorLegislative Town Hall• Tualatin Valley Creates: Kaleidoscope from the Sea• Fourth of July concert with Britnee Kellogg• Museo Ambulante—Walking Museum• Ask WCSO: My kids are good swimmers; is there still an expectation for them to wear life jackets?• Retirement 101• City of Beaverton events• Gallery at The Reser• Access to the arts: Cultural Coalition survey• Beaverton Community Band Spring Concert• Sunset HS Marching Band Bottle & Can Drive• PlanetCon Fair offers recycling, gear swap, learning, and more• Become a Master Recycler• Cedar Hills Ready! presents: Emergency Water Filter Workshop• Viva Village Read More Business News June 2022 June 3, 2022 Business • Cedar Mill Farmers Market is ready for Summer to come• Real Estate Market update• Cornell Farm’s 35th Anniversary Summer Solstice Celebration• Beaverton Farmers Market offers dog sitting services• Sunset Credit Union’s Auto Check makes car buying easier than ever• Polarity therapy with Sea Cummins• All Around Volleyball Academy• Village Gallery of Arts news Read More Library News June 4, 2022 Community • Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path• Summer Reading Festival• For Kids• For Teens & Tweens• For Adults Read More May 2022 articles April 30, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done Monday, May 2.This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More Election News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Elections, State Government, Washington County Government • Vote by May 17• Campaign finance information• Track your ballot Read More Multistory housing replaces a sentimental old home April 30, 2022 Community, Development, History When I first moved to Cedar Mill in 1969, I was a teenager, not interested in the community around me. We shopped at Bales Milltowner in its original location, and I would often sit in the car while mom shopped. Read More Road News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Cornell Tunnel update• County seeks input on two options for Saltzman Road Read More A huge thanks! April 30, 2022 Uncategorized We raised nearly $2000 between GoFundMe donations, other online donations, and checks mailed to us from our request last month. Plenty for the new iPad and the renewal of our software licenses that let us put together the News every month. Your generous donations help us keep the News free for everyone and encourage us to keep at it! Read More CPO News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • May Meeting: Ballot Measures, Cedar Hills development• CPO 1 appeals the Thompson Crossing development approval, Biggi sues the county• CPO 1 April Meeting Summary Read More Recycle News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Garbage & Recycling • Washington County to launch new Recycle+ program• Repair Fair at Beaverton Library• SAMBA Bottle & Can Drive• Climate Club recycling Read More Garden News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Community Involvement, Gardening • Volunteer to learn vegetable gardening• Gardening for Healthier Watersheds• Propagation by Stem Cuttings• Meet the Mason Bees!• TSWCD Spring Workshops Read More Glorious spring color! April 30, 2022 Gardening So many catalogues are arriving to tempt me! Several offer bulbs for fall planting and spring bloom. Read More Business News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Business • CMBA May meeting• Cedar Mill Farmers Market opens!• Cornell Farm Nursery and Café• Secure important documents in a Safe Deposit Box• New online billing system for Tualatin Valley Water District and Clean Water Services• Village Gallery of Arts Read More Adopt One Block April 30, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Garbage & Recycling Does it bother you to see trash and discarded items littering your neighborhood? Would you like to feel empowered and prepared to do something about it? There’s a group for that! Read More Call Before You Dig April 30, 2022 Washington County Government Tualatin Valley Water District (TVWD) reminds you to “Call before you dig.” Many of us get outdoors when the Spring weather arrives and start projects like repairing or installing fencing and decks or planting trees. There are many underground utilities, water, wastewater, fiber internet and other telecommunications cables, and power and gas lines. Fortunately, the risk can be avoided. Read More Preserving the county’s disappearing farmland April 30, 2022 Uncategorized As Oregonians, we are lucky to have agriculture deeply seeded in our economy and cultural heritage. The Willamette Valley is one of the most diverse agricultural regions on Earth due to its rich, fertile soils and ample rainfall. Washington County is among the top-producing agricultural counties in the state and is home to numerous farming families, thousands of acres of farms, and a bright array of farm-related businesses. Read More Washington County CAN! April 30, 2022 Community Involvement, Politics, Washington County Government Washington County Citizen Action Network (WC CAN) is a coalition of grassroots advocates (individuals and groups) dedicated to improving quality of life in Washington County by promoting healthy and sustainable communities, social and economic justice, and open and responsive government. Read More Library News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education, music and theatre • Library News• All Ages• For Kids• For Adults• Monthly Groups for Adults Read More Community News May 2022 April 30, 2022 Community, music and theatre, State Government • THPRD Summer Camps• WashCo Bikes• Rep. Maxine Dexter’s Town Hall• Moving mom in—tips for a successful transition• Apollograms• Young Artists Concert• Bethany Village Spring Market• Ask WCSO: How does law enforcement respond to houselessness in our community?• Young women can explore a career as a Firefighter• Host a Prepare Your Neighborhood! meeting• Take Action This Month!• Celebrating diverse Asian American experiences in Oregon• Civics for Adults: Citizen Activism 101: Making Change Happen• Public Affairs Forum in May• Rice Museum offering guided tours• Viva Village May events• Games! Games! Games! Read More April 2022 articles April 2, 2022 Uncategorized The print and PDF versions of this issue will be done Monday, April 4.This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More Development News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Business, Community, Development • Milltowner update• Bonny Slope Estates application submitted• Estates at Leahy Park application approved• Catlin Gabel expansion• Village Baptist school expansion• Saltzman Road Apartments approved Read More Where the sidewalk starts: Washington County pedestrian facilities April 2, 2022 Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government Because there has been confusion and frustration among neighbors recently over what the county requires in the way of “road amenities,” we asked Melissa De Lyser, Public Affairs and Communications Manager for the county’s Land Use and Transportation Department, to give us a rundown on what the county requires in various situations. Read More Cedar Mill News’ News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Community • More new tech for CMN?• Changes to our publishing schedule• Comments and membership• Can you cover a “beat?” Read More Business News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Business • Second Edition Resale• Open a youth account at Sunset Credit Union and earn up to $50!• Mother’s Day discount at Les Couleurs De Provence• Irene’s Foot Care: Sandal Season is approaching!• Cedar Mill Farmers Market• Skyline Memorial Gardens Easter Service, funeral planning events• Village Gallery of Arts News and events• The Importance of Movement for Managing Parkinson’s Read More CPO News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Elections, Politics, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • April meeting: Candidate Forum• Land use and your CPO• Neighborhood meetings• Development applications• CPO March Meeting Summary Read More Bend like a willow April 2, 2022 The Nature of Cedar Mill Willows are ecological heroes when it comes to providing habitat and support for wildlife year round. They help reestablish vegetation, especially along riverbanks and flooded or burned areas. And they are a vital source of food for all kinds of wildlife, in particular as a host plant for many, many types of caterpillars. You may not be the biggest fan of caterpillars, but birds are. Read More School News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Education • Interested in PreK at Bonny Slope Elementary?• Kindergarten Orientation at Bonny Slope Elementary• New BSD Superintendent• Sunset Principal leaving for LaSalle Read More Garden News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Education, Gardening • Master Gardeners’ Education Garden is worth a visit!• Gardeners, landscape professionals, farmers invited to Soil School• Five Oaks Garden Club plant sale• Aloha Garden Club plant sale• Tualatin SWCD Spring workshops• East Multnomah SWCD workshops Read More Hard-working ornamentals! April 2, 2022 Gardening We all know (or should!) that pollinators are essential for growing our food. As we begin a new gardening season, let’s take a look at some of the flowers that support insects, birds, butterflies, and other species that do the work of pollination. Read More TriMet redistricting proposal lumps us in with downtown! Comment now… April 2, 2022 Roads & Transportation All three scenarios lump our area together with the northwest and southwest Portland (downtown), with the Willamette River as a dividing line. The transit needs and deficiencies of people in the Tualatin Valley are quite different to those areas, so people interested in transit may want to attend an Open House and/or provide feedback by April 15 by emailing [email protected] or calling 503-238-7433 (RIDE). Read More Park News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Parks • Register for summer programs• Westside Trail pedestrian bridge update• Sentinel Plaza transitions to WashCo Parks/Beaverton• Volunteer While You Enjoy the Spring Weather! Read More Library News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Education • For Kids• For Teens and Tweens• For Adults Read More Community News April 2022 April 2, 2022 Beaverton, Climate Change, Community, Public Safety, Washington County Government • Student Academic-Contests for Grades 1-12• Ask WCSONeighborhood Ready? How to win friends and survive a disaster!• SAMBA Can and Bottle Drive• Summer childcare help from WCK• Inside WashCo Shows• Events at The Reser• Old Wood Stove Turn-in Event• Donate a bike to Free Bikes for Kids• Registration for WashCo Bikes Saddle Up Summer Camps is now open!• Driver’s Ed for Cyclists• Legislative Town Hall• State of the County 2022• Artist Mingle• Earth Care Fair• Call for Beaverton Night Market Vendors• Public Affairs Forum• Viva Village April activities• Everyday Choices Can Improve Your Odds Read More March 2022 articles March 5, 2022 Uncategorized This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! < Back to Main Page Next Article > Read More Ukrainians in Cedar Mill March 4, 2022 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill 1 Comment Andriy Kot came from Ukraine to the US to study, and his wife Khrystyna Porseva followed six years later. Read More BSD planning and the upcoming Bond Measure March 5, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Education, Elections No comments • About the bond• Community discourse• Related issues• Calculate your tax impact Read More Area wetlands gain a footing again—with help March 5, 2022 Climate Change, The Nature of Cedar Mill It’s no accident that Oregon is named “The Beaver State.” Beaver-created wetlands historically laced this entire region. Often called “nurseries of life,” wetlands provide important habitat for thousands of species of plants and animals. Read More Sunset Theatre presents “Honk!” March 5, 2022 Community, Education, music and theatre Sunset thespians return to the stage this March with their Spring Musical production of Honk! Read More Robert “Mr. James” Newcomer 1931-2022 March 5, 2022 Business, Community, History Hundreds if not thousands of people in Cedar Mill had their hair done by Mr. James at his salon in the old Milltowner location. The shop was unpretentious but offered skilled cutting and styling along with a variety of select hair products. It was the first “Featured Business” in Cedar Mill News shortly after we began! Read More CPO News March 2022 March 4, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Washington County Government • March CPO 1 meeting• Neighborhood meetings• Development applications• February CPO 1 meeting summary Read More WashCo News March 2022 March 5, 2022 Washington County Government • WashCo property tax statements and payment info available online• Budget Town Hall• Year-round Shelter Community Meetings• Boards and Commissions Vacancies Spring 2022 Read More The Reser—a new venue for art and culture March 5, 2022 Beaverton, Community, music and theatre Cedar Mill and area residents now have a nearby venue to visit to enjoy not only arts and cultural programs, but a performing arts center that offers rehearsal space, art galleries and an outdoor plaza that overlooks a sparkling pond. The Reser, situated near the Round between Cedar Hills Blvd. and Hall Blvd. has easy access to a MAX stop, plenty of parking, and shops and restaurants within walking distance to enjoy. Read More A student’s voice about Ukraine March 5, 2022 Uncategorized In light of Russia’s invasion, I (and many others) have spent time thinking about Ukraine. I have been reading extensively about this conflict, needing to educate myself, and I have reached out to my connections, pushing them to take concrete stances. Read More Park News March 2022 March 5, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, Parks • Swim Instructor shortage limits Spring swim classes• Volunteer in the parks Read More Featured Events and Programs at Cedar Mill and Bethany Libraries March 5, 2022 Community, Education • For Parents• For Kids• For Teens and Tweens• For Adults Read More Garden News March 2022 March 5, 2022 Gardening, Parks • Tree and native plant sale at Skyline Grange• THPRD Spring Native Plant sale• Soil School• Rock Creek Corner garden needs a gardener (or two) Read More Legislative News March 2022 March 5, 2022 Politics, State Government, Washington County Government • Maxine Dexter Zoom Town Hall• End of Session Town Hall• Tax information webinar• Joint End-of-Session Town Hall Read More Community News March 2022 March 5, 2022 Community, Garbage & Recycling, Public Health, Public Safety • When the Water Stops: Water Survival Skills for a Disaster• Inside WashCo Radio shows• Beaverton Symphony Orchestra Annual Spring Concerts• Beaverton Community Band Winter Concerts• James and the Giant Peach at Lovegood Theatre• Skyline Grange Garage Sale• James’ Recycling event• Student Stop at Bonny Slope and Cedar Mill schools• HomeWord Bound gala to support CPAH• Civics for Adults• Join Beaverton’s Human Rights Committee• SAMBA Band fundraiser• Washington County Kids Parent Speaker Series is set to launch!• Academic Contests• Treekeepers of Washington County• Join us Virtually at the Washington County Public Affairs Forum!• ACMA PTO Monthly Fundraiser• Take action today to prevent fall injuries• I see an ESPD sign posted on my road. What is ESPD?• The Cultural Coalition of Washington County Celebrates 2021 Grant Recipients• In-Person Networking: Artist Mingle• Viva Village Monthly Calendar Read More Business News March 2022 March 4, 2022 Business • CMBA March meeting• Village Gallery of Arts• Oak Hills Shred Day• Let’s talk Real Estate and how to sell in this Seller’s Market!• Four tips to buying the right car at the right price Read More February 2022 News February 5, 2022 Uncategorized This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More Cedar Mill Pathway System February 5, 2022 Community, History, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation One day a Cedar Mill resident discovered a heavy cedar plaque in her shed. It was beautifully carved and included the words “Cedar Mill.” Its origin was a mystery until Virginia Bruce published a request for information in the October 2020 issue and the community came forward with a wealth of memories. Read More Development News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Community, Development, Washington County Government • Milltowner adds new tenants• McDaniel commercial property opposite BS Elementary• Gas station next to a wetland Read More Cornell tunnel update February 5, 2022 Roads & Transportation Cornell tunnel updateDrivers from our area who used to use Cornell to get to Portland have been asking when the tunnel repairs will be complete. We finally managed to get some information from Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Read More CPO 1 February: Recycling: Beyond the Bin? February 5, 2022 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Garbage & Recycling • CPO 1 February meeting: Recycling: Beyond the Bin?• Neighborhood Meetings• Development applications• Saltzman Retirement Housing Public Hearing• CPO 1 January Meeting Summary Read More Grandmother Madrone February 5, 2022 Development, Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill The Pacific madrone (arbutus menziesii), a Pacific coast native, is like a stubborn grandmother who refuses to be moved from her run-down old farmhouse to a fancy new condo where she can be lovingly cared for by those who love her. She prefers rocky soils and arid areas often in the middle of a dense Doug fir stand, or an inhospitable roadside bank rather than a well-tended and watered garden spot. Read More Washington County News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Community, Politics, Washington County Government • Commissioner district boundaries will change• Washington County Broadband Investment Strategy study Read More Garden News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Education, Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Now’s the time to edit your garden!• Early season vegetables• More OSU Extension and Master Gardener programs• Tree and native plant sale at Skyline Grange• Native plant sales and more Read More Cleaner Air: Coming soon to a highway near you February 5, 2022 Community, Public Health, Roads & Transportation Sunset Highway is a well-used corridor for traffic, including heavy diesel trucks. In 2018, ODOT counted as many as 285 commercial trucks in a 24-hour period on that route. That translates to a hefty amount of air pollution spewing out of tailpipes, creating health problems for anyone along their path. Read More Support The News—and save! February 5, 2022 Business Cedar Mill News is an Oregon LLC, and the only funding we get is from our advertising. We haven’t raised ad prices since October 2019, but the time has come to update our rates. Read More Legislative News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Community Involvement, Politics, State Government • Legislative Town Hall• OLIS: Tracking Legislation & Viewing Committee Meetings• Testify in Committee Hearings Read More Looking back, moving forward: BSD’s Grotting prepares to retire February 5, 2022 Community, Education In 2021, Beaverton School District Superintendent Don Grotting announced his retirement. As the school year draws to a close, BSD is looking for its next superintendent. Over the past years, Superintendent Grotting left a lasting impact on the Beaverton community—and this month, we spoke to him about BSD’s progress. Read More Park News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Parks • Get ready to register for THPRD spring programs• THPRD Volunteer opportunities Read More Library News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Community, Education • Featured events for kids• Teens & Tweens• Adults• 2022 WCCLS Teen Art Contest• Second Edition Resale• Writer’s Mill meeting Read More Business News February 2022 February 5, 2022 Business • Love Farm CSA now accepting 2022 membership• CMBA meeting: Time Management• What’s happening at the Cedar Mill Farmers Market?• Free Home Seller Seminar• Village Gallery of Arts• Beaverton Farmers Market Winter Market• Symphony Coffeehouse is now open!• Sunset Credit Union explains Traditional and Roth IRAs Read More Community News February 2022 February 4, 2022 Beaverton, Community • Just Like Flowers: a picture book for diversity• Enter the Our Big Backyard Photo Contest!• Inside Washington County RadioLove rocks? Volunteer with Rice Museum!• Washington County Public Affairs Forum!• Garage Sales at Skyline Grange• The Reser presents Grand Opening series• Sunset HS Marching Band can & bottle drive• SHS Climate Change Club recycling drive!• ACMA February restaurant fundraising event• Viva Village Monthly Calendar: February 2022• Ask WSCO: What can I do to protect my car from thieves?• Virtual Law Enforcement Career Day• Cultural Coalition 2022 Grant Awards• 55+? Join the Friendship Circle!• TVC Artists Networking Event• New indicator option for drivers with hearing impairments• Tri-County supportive housing planning body accepting applications• Be a vital link in the chain of survival for cardiac patients Read More January 2022 articles January 8, 2022 Uncategorized This is a placeholder to separate issues…until I figure out how to add a proper line! Read the articles by clicking on the titles! Read More No home cellphone service for many customers January 8, 2022 Uncategorized Starting around November 15 last year, I noticed that I wasn’t getting regular cell service on my Xfinity Mobile phone when I was home. I posted on a couple of social media sites and found that I wasn’t alone. Read More Development News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Business, Development, Sports • Rock Gym at Peterkort center• No news from Milltowner• Thompson Crossing subdivision• Saltzman Retirement Community Read More Hard-to-recycle items and Ridwell in Washington County January 8, 2022 Business, Community, Washington County Government In 2018, a new company began offering a recycling service to 60 homes in the Seattle area. By November 2020 they expanded to Portland. We’re not exactly sure when they started offering their service in our area, but it quickly became popular. Ads regularly popped up on the neighborhood NextDoor social media feed. Read More CPO News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Washington County Government • CPO 1 January meeting• Neighborhood meetings• Future of the CPO program discussed with Commissioners• CPO 1 December meeting Read More Saving Animals at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter January 8, 2022 Community, Washington County Government The Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter is one of Washington County’s best-known hubs of animal services—from dogs and cats to bunnies and even tortoises, Bonnie Hays reunites lost pets with their owners. Bonnie Hays seeks to give every animal proper care, and when animals go unclaimed, their partnerships ensure that each pet gets a second chance at a loving new home. Read More Road News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Saltzman PAC meeting• Thompson Road/Kenny Terrace Online Open House• Cornell Road project now underway• Filbert sidewalk project delayed• Walker-Murray intersection construction update• Oregon 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project• TriMet service reductions start January 10• Cornell tunnel update Read More Garden News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Education, Gardening • Get to know your garden allies• Tree seedling sale at Skyline Grange• Master Gardener monthly gardening tips• Selecting Seeds Read More Red alders – already dreaming of spring January 8, 2022 The Nature of Cedar Mill The leaves have fallen, and the woods seem quiet. We tend to cozy up in our homes, and most deciduous trees are dormant too. Their energy lies deep in their roots, as they seem to wait patiently for warmer weather. Not the alders. You may have noticed that they are already sporting catkins. Read More Japanese Beetle update January 8, 2022 Education, Gardening, Public Health, The Nature of Cedar Mill After another successful year conducting our Japanese Beetle Eradication project, it’s our pleasure to share with you how our 2021 season went. Read More Business News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Business • New Hawaiian restaurant!• 7th annual community ‘Shred-It’ Day at Sunset Credit Union• Cedar Mill Business Association• TOP 10 fun facts for the 2021 Cedar • Mill Farmers Market• New childcare Open House• Seller’s Market Seminar at the Ackerly• Village Gallery of Arts Read More Library News January 2022 January 7, 2022 Community, Education • Cedar Mill and Bethany Community • Libraries• Winter Reading• Kids• Teens & Tweens• Adults• Second Edition Resale: Sidewalk Sale and Store Shopping Read More Washington County Boards and Commissions Vacancies Winter 2022 January 8, 2022 Community Involvement, Politics, Washington County Government Various boards, committees, and commissions advise the Board of Commissioners (BCC) on matters of interest to people who live and work in Washington County. Commission members are volunteers appointed by the BCC. Committees themselves do not pass ordinances to establish policy; their purpose is to study issues and make recommendations. Read More Community News January 2022 January 8, 2022 Uncategorized • Viva Village monthly calendar of events• Is Your Go Bag Ready to Go? Let’s Cedar Hills Ready! Quake Up!• Sunset Racquetball’s annual tree recycling fundraiser• Civics for Adults• BSD open enrollment for 2022-23 school year• 55+? Join the Friendship Circle!• Afterschool Is Cool poster contest• Join us “virtually” at the Washington County Public Affairs Forum!• Basic mediation training• Join Sunset High School’s Climate Change Club January recycling drive• Sunset HS Marching Band Can & Bottle Drive• Sunset Youth Lacrosse• Ask the WSCO: What kinds of preparations should I make for winter driving?• TVF&R offers tips to see you safely through winter storms• Street tree mapping project needs volunteers• Maxine Dexter Town Hall• Join Sen. Steiner-Hayward for a virtual Town Hall!• January Inside WashCo Radio• Arts & Communication Magnet Academy (ACMA) Spectacular• ACMA’s January Restaurant Night Fundraiser at Panda Express• Join Cascade Prime Timers Read More December 2021 Issue December 7, 2021 Uncategorized Read More Road News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Beaverton, Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Barnes/CHB intersection improvements• Upper Saltzman—another PAC meeting, Open House, BCC briefing Read More Douglas firs: they’re for more than Christmas December 7, 2021 The Nature of Cedar Mill Care to bet on the types of trees Cedar Millers are strapping to the roofs of their cars this holiday season? Chances are pretty good that they’re Douglas firs, the most popular for Christmas trees in the United States since the 1920s. They are beloved for their soft needles and sweet scent. Read More Are you getting our emails? December 7, 2021 Community It has come to my attention that some people who are on our mailing lists have not been seeing our messages. Apparently some corporate or agency mail portals are marking them as spam or junk, even though you signed up to get them. This includes the monthly publication announcement and the reminder emails I send to advertisers and content providers. Read More CPO 1 News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • December meeting: Why our water rates must go up• CCI requests Planning Commission changes• Development Applications: West Union gas station; Leahy Estates• Neighborhood Meeting online rules• CPO 1 November Meeting Notes Read More Business News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Business, Holiday 2021 • 12 Kegs of Christmas is BACK at Cascadia Taphouse• Canine influenza outbreak in southern California• Village Gallery of Arts• Help make the holidays better for those in need• Aging well• Do you want to become an Energy Healer? Read More A Short History of the Thompson-Saltzman Road Intersection December 7, 2021 Community Involvement, Development, History, Roads & Transportation The corner of NW Thompson Road and NW Saltzman Road historically had a curious offset configuration, probably due to quarter section allotments when the property was homesteaded by the family of Laurence Lehman and other early settlers. In the course of time, it became necessary to upgrade the disjointed four-way stop to be safely aligned and controlled by traffic lights. Read More Holiday News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Business, Holiday 2021 • Terra Linda Arts & Craft Fair• Big Horn Brass Holiday Concert Returns• THPRD announces Holiday Giving Drive• Lightopia—An Illuminated Journey• Pamplin Bazaar list• KGW Great Toy Drive local drop-off location• Skyline Grange Artisan Holiday Fair cancelled but artisan info online• Tree Recycling• Cedar Mill Christmas Tree! Read More Garden News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Education, Gardening • Delightful winter color in my garden• The Real Dirt• Washington County Master Gardener program Read More WashCo News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Washington County Government • New anti-vaping law• Juneteenth adopted as a paid county holiday• Rental assistance continues in Washington County• Chair Harrington’s 2021 End of Year Address• eBooks are now available through Law Library• Current and new WIC participants will receive extra fruit and vegetable benefits through March 2022 Read More Ridwell in Washington County December 7, 2021 Business, Washington County Government We had planned to do a roundup of news about the efforts of Ridwell, a small northwest company, to offer a service to collect hard-to-recycle items and materials from our doorsteps. We ran out of time and space for this month, and things are still in flux. Read More Community News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Community, Education, Parks • Street tree mapping project needs volunteers• Washington County Public Affairs Forum• Sunset grad party fundraising• Gently-used children’s items welcome at Northwest Children’s Outreach• Arts & Communication Magnet Academy fundraising and more…• The Legacy Project: End-of-life workshop series• PEARLS: Program to Encourage Active and Rewarding Lives• The ArtPass Card: a perfect gift• Ask WSCO: How can I avoid holiday scams?• Sunset HS Marching Band Can & Bottle Drive• Viva Village Monthly Calendar• TVF&R Offers Holiday Safety Tips• 55+? Join the Friendship Circle!• Winter term PCC Community Ed non-credit class registration now open!• Cedar Hills Ready! survey open now• Chehalem Ridge Nature Park opening soon• Using COVID-19 home tests Read More Library News December 2021 December 7, 2021 Business, Community, Education • ARPA grant• Winter Reading• Oregon Battle of the Books Trivia for grades 3-5• Winter 2021/2022 Storytimes• 1,000 books before kindergarten• Annual Kids’ Books Fundraiser• Teens• Adults• Monthly Groups• Second Edition Resale—New Hours, Themes and Sales! Read More November 2021 Edition November 4, 2021 Uncategorized Read More Development News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Business, Community, Development • Target opening in April• Peterkort Towne Square• Life Time• Peterkort annexation update Read More Joe’s Ideal Market November 4, 2021 Community, History Before there was Safeway, and before there was Bales Thriftway, there was Joe’s. In 1947 the store opened in the now-demolished two-story building at the southeast corner of Murray and Cornell. C&H Hardware was on one side, and Joe’s on the other. Read More Road News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Kenny Terrace/Thompson Road realignment• Saltzman update Read More Holiday News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Holiday 2021 • Help make the holidays better for those in need• Terra Linda Arts & Craft Fair• Beaverton High School Holiday Bazaar• Portland Holiday Food & Gift Festival• Every Husband’s Nightmare Bazaar Read More Business News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Business • Meet Beaverton’s Mayor at CMBA• Holistic Pet closing, clearance sale on now• Cascadia Taphouse news and events• Knife and Tool Sharpening.• Help wanted for Christmas Tree sales• Open House for new childcare center• Village Gallery of Arts• Local realtor donates low-income housing Read More CPO 1 News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • CPO 1 November 9 meeting• Neighborhood Meetings• Development applications• CPO 1 October meeting notes Read More Careful choices for success November 4, 2021 Gardening As my birthday approaches next month and having spent the last three months in a cast and then a brace for a broken wrist, I realize making my garden easier to tend is imperative. Because I love working outside and enjoy my garden, I want to be able to care for it. Spending time in a green space is great for our health so I want to reduce the number of tasks that will be more difficult as the time passes. Read More Garden News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Beneficial insects: what they are and how to attract them to your garden?• Weed watcher alert: English Holly• Workshops for all levels: Make your yard an eco-haven! Read More Mighty oaks November 4, 2021 Climate Change, The Nature of Cedar Mill Has a towering tree standing alone caught your eye? It’s likely to be an Oregon White Oak, Quercus garryana, the only oak native to this part of Oregon. Some of these slow-growing oaks may live to be 500 years old and can eventually command a space over 100 feet tall and sixty feet wide, with roots growing far beyond the boundaries of its massive branches. Read More Bob Wayt November 4, 2021 Uncategorized Bob Wayt, who served as communications director at THPRD for 11+ years before retiring in 2018, passed away on October 29. His passing was sudden and unexpected. Bob was well known for his marvelous photography skills, his deep and abiding love and commitment to his wife of 44 years, Karen, their children, and grandchildren. Bob had a warm and enthusiastic presence and was well known for his gift for photography. Read More Washington County News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Community Involvement, Elections, Washington County Government • Commissioner District reapportionment• Metro redistricting• WashCo Town Hall Read More Smoke in the air—not just in the summer! November 4, 2021 Community, Public Health A crackling fire may make you feel snug and homey, but it’s a significant health threat. Many Washington County households use wood burning stoves for heating in winter and others enjoy fires just for their coziness and ambiance. What many people don’t realize is that, when a lot of people are burning wood in their homes, the cumulative effect on air quality can be similar to a wildfire. It’s time to rethink how—and whether—we burn wood. Read More Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Education • Kids• Teens and Tweens• Adults Read More Community News November 2021 November 4, 2021 Community • Coat donation event at Safeway• Leaf disposal and food drive• Sunset Theatre presents The Crucible• Sunset HS marching band Can & Bottle Drive• Join TVC’s Creative Youth Collaborative!• TVF&R deploys new cardiac monitor-defibrillators• Viva Village Monthly Calendar• Age Café: Intergenerational Experience• Join the Friendship Circle!• Washington County Forum• Solutions for old electronics• Beaverton Symphony Orchestra in-person fall concert• Washington County property tax—new mailing address• Support ACMA at Panera Bread!• Beaverton Community Band in-person fall concert• Civics for Adults II: Beyond Voting—Elections and Campaign Financing• Washington County Kids panel on race• Green Business Leaders: Provide input on the future of Oregon’s recycling system• Green Business Symposium• Reduce food waste• Attend a free DEQ virtual training!• Subscribe to a new County-wide emergency alert system• Family caregivers invited to virtual workshops throughout November• Renew expired DMV permits now• You are invited to our Sheriff’s Showcase• Ask WCSO: I just saw someone take a package from the neighbor’s front doorstep. What should I do? Read More October 2021 Edition October 2, 2021 Uncategorized Read More Why the white bike? October 2, 2021 Community, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation “Ghost bikes” are a traditional way of honoring and memorializing a cyclist killed by a motor vehicle. Here in Cedar Mill you may have noticed a white bike attached to a pole at the intersection of Cornell and Old Barnes Rd., near Sunset Veterinary. Read More Legislative News: new districts October 2, 2021 Community, CPO 1, Elections, Politics • Redistricting plan approved by legislature at last minute• Representative Maxine Dexter’s constituent in-person and virtual events Read More 1021-Dev’t News: West Union gas station; Peterkort annexation October 2, 2021 Business, Development, The Nature of Cedar Mill • West Union gas station plans being reviewed by WashCo• Peterkort annexing remaining property into Beaverton Read More Our Victorian lady October 2, 2021 Community, History Many neighbors have noticed a tall slim young woman strolling the area in Victorian dresses. She’s often called “Mary Poppins,” but her real name is Adelaide Beeman White, and we asked for her story! Read More Business News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Business, Community • CMBA—polish your online presence• Village Gallery of Arts• Celebrate International Credit Union Day with Sunset Credit Union• Cedar Mill Farmers’ Market• Donate blood at the Golden Valley Brewery• Bring sorted recyclable material to James Recycling Read More CPO 1 News October 2, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Education, Parks, Public Safety, Washington County Government • October meeting• September meeting notes Read More Garden News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Beware of toxic pesticides!• Master Gardeners: Adapting Your Garden and Landscape for Climate Change Read More Join an advisory board, represent your community! October 2, 2021 Beaverton, Community, Community Involvement, Washington County Government • Washington County Boards and Commissions• Beaverton Advisory Boards• THPRD Advisory Committees Read More Transit News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Community, Roads & Transportation “A Better Red” increases Red Line airport service. The project will extend the MAX Red Line west into Hillsboro and Beaverton to serve 10 more stations. The Red Line currently only runs between the Beaverton Transit Center and PDX. Read More Washington County News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Public Safety, Washington County Government • Proposed TVF&R Bond Measure 34-308 on November Ballot• May 2022 primary Read More Love trees? Be a Treekeeper! October 2, 2021 Climate Change, Community, Community Involvement, Development, The Nature of Cedar Mill It’s easy to appreciate trees when they are in the glory of their fall colors, but at Treekeepers of Washington County we celebrate trees all year around. Besides being beautiful, trees provide environmental, economic, and social benefits—including fighting climate change—by absorbing carbon dioxide and airborne pollutants, storing the carbon, and emitting pure oxygen. Read More Park News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Community, Parks, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Commonwealth Lake Park improvements need your support• THPRD hosts their fourth Talking Walls event• Work parties• High honors for THPRD’s visioning process Read More BSD News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Community, Education •32nd Annual Sunset Classic Marching Band Competition•Sunset Grad Party 2022 October Fundraisers•Join the BSD Budget Committee•Tumwater Middle School launches theater program Read More Public Safety News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Community Involvement, Public Safety The Washington County Sheriff’s Office continues to build connections and empower community members to create friendly and safe neighborhoods. How? Through deliberate efforts to expand the Neighborhood Watch Program—though it’s not your parent’s neighborhood watch from the 70’s! Read More Library News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Uncategorized Library News• Parents• Teens and Tweens• Adults Read More Community News October 2021 October 2, 2021 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education, Mental Health, Public Safety • Cedar Hills Ready: Home Fire Safety• Older Adult Meals in Washington County• Ask WCSO: What are some things I can do to make my home less attractive to crime?• Sunset HS Marching Band Can and Bottle Drive• Special Age Cafe: Celebration of the International Day of Older Persons• Tualatin Valley Creates offers ArtPass• Inside Washington County Radio• Free lacrosse skills clinics offered this Fall• Cultural Coalition of Washington County 2022 grant applications open• West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District is hosting their annual meeting• Viva Village events• Free N95 and KN95 masks for the AG community! Read More September 2021 October 2, 2021 Uncategorized Read More WCSO and homeless population in Washington County September 4, 2021 Community, COVID-19, Mental Health, Public Safety We asked James M. Coley, Lieutenant – Patrol Division, Washington County Sheriff’s Office to help us understand how the Sheriff’s Office responds to homeless folks in the county, and what residents should do if they encounter campers. Read More The Bauer house September 4, 2021 Community, Development, History Jim Bauer is a descendant of one of Cedar Mill’s early families. He shared his recollections of the Henry & Erna Bauer house that is slated for imminent demolition on Saltzman to make way for a new subdivision. Read More Road News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Cornell Road closing through the tunnel• Thompson Road realignment• MSTIP 2023-2028 Funding Allocation Process Work Plan is in progress Read More Business News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Business • CMBA tackles cybercrime• Teach your kids about internet security with free course from Sunset Credit Union• Village Gallery of Arts• Cedar Mill Farmers’ Market is in full swing• Patriot Day Service of Remembrance at Skyline Memorial Gardens• Cascadia Taphouse• Touchmark retirement communities requiring staff be vaccinated for COVID-19• Bonny Slope Peppermint Tea on the Porch• Congratulations to Amy Touchstone! Read More CPO News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development • CPO Meeting• Neighborhood Meetings Read More Redistricting: A Rep of our own? September 4, 2021 Community Involvement, CPO 1, Politics On September 3, maps proposed by the legislative committees were published. All three maps split Cedar Mill into two or more Representative Districts. Public participation is vital in making our needs known to the legislators! Read More Community News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Public Safety, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Cedar Hills Ready! “Ready-Set-Go! Family Emergency Plan Workshop”• Bethany Village Oktoberfest• It’s “Steptember!”• I Am My Story Live• WashCo Forum resumes• Viva Village September Calendar• TVF&R will never forget 9-11 and embraces emergency response changes 20 years later• Ask WSCO: What is Elder Safe?• Tualatin Valley Creates in-person networking event for emerging artists• Sunset HS marching band can & bottle drive• Beaverton Welcoming Week is September 10-19• Inside WashCo Radio• DAVS Seeking Passionate Volunteers• ACMA PTO Fundraising at Red Robin Read More Japanese Beetle eradication update September 4, 2021 Community, Gardening, Public Health, The Nature of Cedar Mill The Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) is a serious invasive insect pest that threatens Oregon and the western United States. The largest infestation of Japanese beetles ever found in the state was detected in 2016 around Cedar Mill, Bonny Slope, Oak Hills, and Bethany. Read More Featured Business September 2021: The Ackerly at Timberland September 4, 2021 Business One thing that sets us apart from many of our competitors is that our assisted living apartment homes have full kitchens (full sized fridge, stove/oven, microwave and plenty of counter and cupboards). Read More School News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Community, Education • Tumwater Middle School opens• BSD Back-to-School Update Read More History in the News: Cedar Mill Historical Society is dissolved but our history lives on September 4, 2021 Community, History In July, I received messages from all the board members of the Cedar Mill Historical Society that they were resigning. Since that time, I learned that several of them were forming a new group to focus on the JQA Young House. Since I am interested in the whole story of Cedar Mill, I decided to dissolve the 501c3 and just focus on having fun with sharing our stories. Read More Garden News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Time to plant shrubs and trees• THPRD Fall Native Plant Sale by pre-order only• Be on the lookout for emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) Read More Park News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Community, Parks • Registration for THPRD’s Fall Season• THPRD Has Job Opportunities Read More Let’s hear it for these teams! September 4, 2021 Community, COVID-19, Mental Health, Public Health To the people of our community, my Cedar Mill neighbors and I hope that other residents of the area—and around our region—will find a way to express our gratitude to the caregivers of Oregon. Read More Legislative News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Elections, Politics • Redistricting Town Hall with Rep. Maxine Dexter• Redistricting Special Session Constituent Check-In with Rep. Maxine Dexter• Testify on Congressional Redistricting• Telephone Town Hall with Rep. Suzanne Bonamici• Beaverton Virtual Special Election Voters’ Forum Read More Development News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Business, Development The “shells” of the five buildings in the new shopping center are nearly complete, and four of them have gotten through the permitting from the county and are ready for the tenants to move in. Insomnia Coffee is beginning to work with the architect on interior finishes. Read More Library News September 2021 September 4, 2021 Uncategorized • Library browsing update• Join the Library Association Board of Directors• Attend the 46th annual meeting of the CMBCLA• Kids• Patrons will miss Marta, beloved Youth Services librarian• Teens and Tweens• New young teen collection for 5th-8th graders• We did it! Teens read to make a difference• Adults• Beyond the Bin• Native by Design: Gardening to Invite and Support Biodiversity• Second Edition Sidewalk Sale Read More How does our power grid work? August 7, 2021 Community, Public Safety Electricity provides the energy for many of our daily activities—from each flick of a light switch to charging our devices, we rely on the power grid to live efficiently. Portland General Electric (PGE) is the electricity provider for Cedar Mill, and through their chain model of infrastructure, they ensure that we have consistent access to power. Read More Featured Business: Art World School August 7, 2021 Business, Education Art World School was established as Jiao Ying School in 1997 by artist Jiao Ying. It was previously located in downtown Portland and Tigard, and the new location in the Bethany area was established in 2018. Read More Gardening in the drought August 7, 2021 Climate Change, Gardening Looking around my garden, I am noticing the plants that are damaged from the heat event that we all endured recently. My water bill increased several times the last few months since I turned on my sprinkling system. Read More WashCo News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Mental Health, Public Health, Public Safety, Washington County Government • BCC gives green light to develop comprehensive substance use treatment center• What is Middle Housing? Read More Road News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Kaiser Road closure• Upper Saltzman Read More Seniors speak out! August 7, 2021 Community, Mental Health There seems to be a universal human drive to make connections with each other and find meaning in our daily experiences and challenges. In the days before the pandemic, people met in coffee houses, meeting rooms, and living rooms to share ideas and learn from each other. But even though COVID-19 changed the location of those gatherings, it didn’t stop people from coming together. Read More Public Safety News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Mental Health, Public Health, Public Safety • FEMA Grant-funds safety gear• Mental Health Response Team expanding Read More Business News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Business, Diversity of Cedar Mill • CMBA looks at acceptance for the • • Asian community• Fresh Thyme Soup is back!• Cascadia Taphouse events• CMFM is a rainbow of beautiful fresh local produce• Great Notion Brewing is expanding hours• Village Gallery of Arts News• Learn (and earn) financial literacy without spending a dime• New Hawaiian restaurant soon? Read More Park News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Gardening, Sports • THPRD offering monthly pass sales starting August 16• THPRD Fall Native Plant Sale by pre-order only• Elsie Stuhr Center preparing to welcome back 55 and better community• THPRD Fall Registration opens August 28 Read More Garden News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Gardening • Heat-damaged plant care• Level Up Series presents Season Extension Techniques Read More CPO News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation • No meeting in August• Neighborhood Meetings Read More Library News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Community, Education • Second Edition Resale• For Kids• For Teens & Tweens• For Adults Read More Community News August 2021 August 7, 2021 Beaverton, Community • Clothes for Kids needs you!• Want to make your business more sustainable?• Nominate your favorite tree!• Seasonal Rounds: Picturing Tribal Lifeways through Annual Cycles• Become a member of Washington County’s Garbage and Recycling Advisory Committee!• 10-week training for animal lovers• Catio Tour!• Less than a month away from La Strada dei Pastelli!• Metropolitan Youth Symphony Registration• Ask WSCO: There’s a problem with garbage and lots of parked vehicles near my home. Who do I call?• Sunset HS Marching Band Can & Bottle Drive• Curious how recycling works? • Become a Certified Master Recycler volunteer!• Beaverton Resource Center has reopened• Beaverton Night Market has a new location• Portlandia Brass EnsembleClean Water News• Water rates going up• Viva Village Monthly Calendar—August 2021 Read More Norman White August 7, 2021 Uncategorized We recently learned that long-time Cedar Mill resident Norman White passed away in July. Many will remember him from his involvement in the Cedar Mill Business Association and as a realtor. Read More Development News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Business, Development, Sports • Sunset Athletic Club’s new facility is coming along!• Dinihanian Farm update Read More A neighbor joins the Space Force! July 3, 2021 Community Erin Palmer, owner of The Wine Cellar in Cedar Mill, posted proudly on Facebook that her son was accepted into the Space Force, so we had to learn more! Read More Business News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Business • Village Gallery of Arts• Impressions By Veronica Art Workshops• CMBA July meeting• Discover Sunset Credit Union this summer Read More Road News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Roads & Transportation • Ridge/McDaniel gate update• Kenny Terrace bike-ped and widening• Walker/Murray intersection project• Maintenance and mowing on our roads• Laidlaw road closure• ODOT News • Night paving on Sunset Highway Read More Living bouquets in containers July 3, 2021 Gardening Because I have so many perennials and shrubs in my garden, I like to grow annuals in large containers—15-20 inches—because they don’t dry out so quickly, and slugs have a harder time accessing them. Read More CPO 1 News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Community, CPO 1, Development, Washington County Government • No July or August meetings• CPO 1 June Meeting Summary• Neighborhood meetings Read More Washington County News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Politics, Washington County Government * Conflict at WashCo Planning Commission* No fireworks ban for Washington County or nearby cities Read More Community News July 2021 July 3, 2021 Community • Parenting in the Digital Age: Keeping Kids Safe Online• Beaverton Community Band• Portlandia Brass Ensemble performs at Springville Farms• Urban Wildfire: Protecting your home this Summer• Keep Washington County quiet and clean• Chalk is popping up across Portland-Metro this summer• Sunset HS Marching Band Can & Bottle Drive• Washington County Fair• Pasifika Unity Festival• Free summer events through THPRD• 5-Week Computer Science Workshops for Middle School Girls• Modernizing Oregon’s Recycling System• Latte & Learn Series• Aging & Veteran Services Advisory Council Seeking New Members* Chlorine shortage doesn’t affect Tualatin Valley Water• BSD Bus Driver Hiring Events• Oregon FBI Accepting Applications for its 2021 Fall Citizens Academy Program• National Night Out• Virtual Social Justice Camp for Youth• Viva Village activities• ArtPass Membership Program Launching this July Read More Art in the Beaverton School District July 3, 2021 Uncategorized Vicky Siah Art can be exuberant, raging, tranquil: the way we express ourselves through media belies our deepest loves, desires, and fears. In this sense, the fine arts are an escape from the monotony of everyday life, allowing us to find ourselves and examine the world as we feel it. Amidst a global pandemic, self-expression—art—becomes Read More School News July 2021 July 2, 2021 Community, Education • Possible future bond funding for BSD• ACMA will welcome students back this fall• Tumwater Middle School ready for students• Digital summer resources to prevent “summer slide”• BSD 2021 parent survey• ParentSquare chat replaces Messenger• Rent Assistance• Summer bike rodeos Read More Legislative update July 3, 2021 Community Involvement, Politics * Virtual Town Hall with Senator Steiner Hayward, Representative Dexter, and Representative Helm* Session wrap from Representative Dexter * Forest Park Walks * Morning Coffee Read More Library News July 2021 July 2, 2021 Beaverton, Community, Education • Writers’ Mill Writing Workshop Expanded hours at Beaverton City library Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Library News • Teens & Tweens • Kids • Adults• Second Edition Resale Sidewalk Sale• Library Book Sale Read More STOP at 4 to save lives July 3, 2021 Community, Public Safety “Stop at 4” is an ongoing safety campaign to educate families about children and window safety. Read More Life Time Fitness at Barnes & CHB June 5, 2021 Beaverton, Business, Community, Development, Roads & Transportation With construction finally underway on the Life Time Fitness complex west of Cedar Hills Blvd. (CHB) south of Barnes Road, we have been receiving questions about this development and future plans for the remaining Peterkort properties in the vicinity. Here’s a brief review and a timeline of the Peterkort Master Plan. Read More Plant “umbrellas” to fight pests! June 5, 2021 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill We can help now and in the future to control damaging insects by planting pollinating plants that attract beneficial insects like the Tachinid fly. Read More Defending and improving postal service June 4, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Politics The 2020 election was proof that voting by mail is safe and efficient. We here in Oregon just sailed through—mailing our ballots in, as usual, with no lies about voting fraud. A recent Pew Research Center survey shows an overwhelming 91 percent of respondents have a favorable view of United States Postal Service (USPS), higher than any other federal agency. Read More Business News June 2021 June 5, 2021 Business, Community, Development • Cascadia Taphouse happenings• White Birch Design Co. is coming!• Introducing Coast & Country Designs• The Wine Cellar• Village Gallery of Arts• Cedar Mill Farmers Market, Did You Know?• Jessica Angle Painting• Cedar Mill Business Association• Sunset Credit Union: Four tips to buying the right car at the right price Read More CPO 1 News June 2021 June 5, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Parks, Public Safety, Washington County Government • CPO 1 June meeting Clean Water Services • Sheriff • USPS• CPO 1 May Meeting summary Read More Community News June 2021 June 5, 2021 Beaverton, Community, Education, Politics • The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee• Advisory Committee looks at Ridwell• Beaverton Symphony presents: An Almost-Sumner Concert• Writer’s Mill• Herzog-Meier Senior Scholarship Art Show• Learn about safer cleaning products• Tualatin Valley Creates• Cedar Hills Ready! presents Barrel Survival: Community Cashes & Rain Barrel Storage• Apply Now for the Beaverton Arts Mix! Virtual Art Show and Sale• WashCo Radio• WashCo Forum• Teens: share pandemic stories for Girl Scout project• Viva Village Read More Road News June 5, 2021 Community Involvement, Roads & Transportation • Intelligent Transportation Systems Open House• Which bike/ped projects are important to you? Read More THPRD News June 2021 June 5, 2021 Community, Parks, Sports, The Nature of Cedar Mill • THPRD News• Walk with Me—Cedar Mill• Volunteering at THPRD• Celebrate National Trails Day at Tualatin Hills Nature Park• Community Garden Work Party at Cedar Hills Park• RISE Youth Leadership Program is Now a Year-Round Opportunity!• THPRD is Now Hiring!• Updated Face Covering Guidance at THPRD Read More May Special Election Results June 5, 2021 Community Involvement, Elections The most recent election was held on May 18. Several positions were filled through this election in the Cedar Mill region and beyond. Read More Ask WCSO June 5, 2021 Community, Public Safety Help Me Home is a voluntary enrollment program for adults and children who, should they become lost, would have difficulty communicating vital information about themselves due to a medical condition. Read More School News June 2021 June 5, 2021 Education • BSD Grade Mark Survey Read More Library News June 5, 2021 Community • Kids• Teens & Tweens• Adults• Second Edition Resale—Sidewalk Sale• Library Book Sale Read More Steve Frame, 1957-2021 June 5, 2021 Community Stephen Curtis Frame passed away April 24, 2021 after a two-year battle with cancer. He was a was born and raised in Cedar Mill and lived there all his life, with his wife Marcia. An avid fisherman, he loved catching river and ocean fish. Read More Welcome to the Cedar Mill Farmers’ Market! May 1, 2021 Community Pull into Safeway’s parking lot on a Saturday to see the space transformed—gone are the cars, replaced by tented outdoor shops and a vibrant, bustling community. Here, vendors call out to customers while arranging displays of lavender and bright florals; intricate, woven textiles dangle from canopies. Read More History in the News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Community, Gardening, History, Parks • Our heritage trees: In the iconic 1905 photo of the JQA Young House on Cornell, you can see a pear tree with a ladder leaning against it. That tree has survived along with its neighboring apple tree, but both of them were in bad shape.• Website help wanted! Read More Development News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Business, Development • Milltowner Center update• Dogtopia opening in Kirkland Place• Stickmen Brewing• Peterkort parking lot Read More May election update May 1, 2021 Community, Elections Ballots for the May 18 election began to be mailed out April 28. It’s now too late to update your registration for this election. Visit the county elections page for questions and more information. Read More CPO News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development • CPO 1 May meeting• Comment on Long Range Planning Draft Work Plan• New online system provides easier access to Board of County Commissioners information• Neighborhood Meetings• Land Use actions• April CPO 1 Summary Read More Meet Jess Fong May 1, 2021 Climate Change, Community, Community Involvement We have been publicizing recycling events at Sunset High School for several months, and we got curious to learn more about one of the students behind this great community service. Read More CMN news May 1, 2021 Community That’s how I felt as donations came rolling in from my plea for a new computer and software! I created a “GoFundMe” last month and posted it to the Cedar Mill News Facebook page the night before we went to print, just to see what would happen, and by morning there were several hundred dollars already. Read More Garden News May 1, 2021 Gardening • Online Workshops• Discover Epimediums! Read More Park News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Parks You may have noticed a few changes coming to Somerset West Park (off of 185th and Parkview) next to the Somerset West Swim Center. The park has been redeveloped with field and playground improvements funded by the 2008 bond measure. Read More School News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Education • Terra Linda Elementary Teacher Appreciation• Enroll for kindergarten at Terra Linda Elementary• Bonny Slope Elementary kindergarten orientation• ACMA Dining Fundraisers• Baskets for ACMA raffle• Sunset Marching Band Can & Bottle Drive• Bonny Slope Elementary Jog-a-thon Read More Library News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Community • Library News: May 2021 Featured Events and Programs• Spring 2021 Storytimes• Teens & Tweens• Monthly Groups for Adults Read More Community News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Public Safety • Young Women Have A Chance to Explore a Career as a Firefighter with TVF&R• Hiring wildland firefighters• Cedar Hills Ready presents: How to Win Friends and Survive a Disaster: 9 Steps to Neighborhood Preparedness• Ask the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO)• Power Curve for Women still has openings• The Arts & Culture Leadership Incubator Digital Showcase• Fundraiser for “The Halloween Guy” of Vista Cornell• Washington County Public Affairs Forum• PCC Music• Search & Rescue Team opportunity• Let’s Talk Transportation• Writer’s Mill• Acceptance Challenge• Viva Village• Washington County DAVS offers support programs for veterans Read More Business News May 2021 May 1, 2021 Business • Cedar Mill Farmers’ Market• Second Edition Sidewalk Sales• Ackerly opening up to public events!• Village Gallery• Win an Oculus Quest 2 from Sunset • Credit Union• Cedar Mill Business Association• Skyline Memorial Events Read More Updated vaccination access for Washington County April 3, 2021 COVID-19 For the latest information on how and where to get your COVID vaccination, visit the Washington County page here. See below if you don’t use a computer or need other help in scheduling your vaccination. Read More Earth Month editorial April 2, 2021 Climate Change, Community, Public Health, Washington County Government With some effects of climate change already upon us, we challenge Washington County to view all their actions through the lens of climate.If we don’t stop contributing to the problem, our efforts at achieving equity will be meaningless. The powerful will find ways to avoid the consequences, and the rest of us will have to adapt to a planet that may not support the life we want for ourselves, our children, and our grandchildren.Washington County should establish a Climate Challenge Task Force to advise all county divisions on how to establish goals, make climate friendly decisions, and implement sustainable practices. The Task Force needs to include representatives from commerce, industry, development, science, and community organizations.We understand that it will take time and effort, but we must begin now. If you agree, send a message to your Washington County Commissioner and to the Chair. Read More County leaves ped-bike safety on the table April 3, 2021 Development, Public Safety, Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government People who want safer routes for bicycles and pedestrians look to Washington County to, if not build them, at least encourage them. In some cases, a developer is required to build them when new houses go in. Read More Help CMN update our tech! April 3, 2021 Community If you value the work we do, please consider donating what you can. Read More Why get vaccinated? Here’s what our neighbors say April 3, 2021 Community, COVID-19, Public Health The head of the CDC challenged us all to do our part to make sure we conquer COVID by getting folks vaccinated. I’ve included updated vaccination information above, but I’d also like to share some reasons to do it. Sometimes we’re motivated by knowing what our neighbors care about. Read More Development News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Development, Roads & Transportation Target application is approved, turn lane can stay for nowWashington County has approved the application to allow Target to move into the former Bales grocery location. There was considerable anxiety over a possible Land Use and Transportation (LUT) requirement to close the left turn lane from Cornell into the lot, but in a decision sent out on March 25, LUT has decided it can remain “on a temporary basis until such time as alternative access meeting the access spacing standards becomes available—providing that [they] continue to operate safely.” Read More CPO 1 News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Community, CPO 1, Development, Washington County Government • CPO 1 April meeting• Neighborhood Meetings• Development applications• CCI news• March CPO 1 Summary Read More Bonny Slope gets a song! April 3, 2021 Community Schaufenbuel has recently published her original harp score, Bonny Slope, in the Folk Harp Society’s Spring 2021 edition of the Folk Harp Journal. Read More Road News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Uncategorized • Comment on the Draft 2020-21 Road Maintenance Program• Saltzman update Read More Gardening News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Education, Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • OSU and Master Gardener classes for April• Spring 2021 Weed Watchers Workshop Read More Do you want to be a seed saver? April 3, 2021 Uncategorized You can save seed from heirloom vegetables that will look and taste like the original plants. But be careful, hybrids may produce sterile seed or none at all. If they do yield viable seed it will produce plants like one or the other parent plant. In other words you get inconsistent results. Read More May 18 election information April 3, 2021 Elections, Politics If you are registered to vote in Oregon, you’ll receive a ballot in your mail around the end of April, followed by the Voters Pamphlet a few days later. April 27 is the last day to register or update your registration. Read More Park News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Parks, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Celebrate spring through volunteering in your parks• Workgroup to evaluate District Affiliates• Summer Camp Jobs & More• THPRD Summer Schedule Online April 12 Read More Obituaries April 3, 2021 Community • Luis Palau, 1934-2021• Suzanne Ballard, 1952-2021 Read More Library News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Uncategorized Find events for parents, kids, teens, and adults, calendars, storytime schedules, and more at the library website. Read More Community News April 2021 April 2, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Cedar Hills Ready! “What’s cooking? Food storage & prep for a disaster”• Finding Your Primary Police Responder• SHS Climate Change Club Recycling Drive!• Washington County Public Affairs Forum• State of the County 2021• Inside WashCo Radio• Beaverton Symphony Orchestra Spring Strings Concert• Washington County Parks’ Earth Month Art Contest• Rachel Carson Action Project on Recycling• Viva Village• Washington County Kids offers tips and tools for parents/guardians of children K-8• SAMBA Cans and Bottles Drive• STS Foundation is looking for volunteer hosts• Writers’ Mill Zoom meeting• Washington County Wood Stove Exchange’s (WSE) old stove turn in event• Oregon libraries offer civics online workshops for adults• Washington County April Earth Month Events• The Immigrant Story• ACMA Fundraising• iNaturalist Offers Opportunities for Community Science• TVF&R Hiring Paramedics & Firefighters to Join its Ranks Read More Business News April 2021 April 3, 2021 Uncategorized • Second Edition Resale adds indoor sales!• Village Gallery of Arts• Travel is back in 2021, and it looks a little different• Rediscovering the Love of Travel• Great Notion reopens in Timberland• Elliott & Murrey Coffee Roasters opens their new Hillsboro roastery and cafe• CMBA April meeting• Win an Oculus Quest 2 from Sunset Credit Union• Farmer’s Market is opening soon! Read More Sharing with neighbors in a gift economy March 6, 2021 Community In an effort to declutter, you’ve collected some things you no longer need. What should you do with them? You could throw them in the trash, of course, but that seems wrong when the items are still usable. What you’d like is to give these things to someone who needs and wants them. Read More Dining out safely in Washington County March 6, 2021 Business, Community, COVID-19, Public Health • What is the county’s responsibility in restaurant safety?• How is HHS getting the updated guidance to county restaurants?• Does it need to be translated? How many languages? Or are restaurant owners responsible for making sure all employees understand?• Are there any regulations or guidance about ventilation in the indoor dining spaces?• About mask wearing while dining and drinking?• What enforcement powers does HHS have?• How many staff can do that work?• What’s the public’s role in reporting? Best practices?• Aside from you and the state websites, are there other resources for restaurant owners that you know about? Professional groups, unions, etc? Read More Road News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Roads & Transportation, Washington County Government • Upper Saltzman• Filbert Sidewalk• Thompson/Kenny road project• Cornelius Pass now Highway 127• Complete Streets Open House Read More Development News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Development, Washington County Government • Access to the proposed Target store still in question• Peterkort Sunset Subdivision extension approved• No updates for Milltowner, Kirkland Read More CPO News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development, Washington County Government • CPO 1 March Meeting: Water When We Need It?!• CPO 7 looks at bike-ped safety• Middle Housing is coming to Washington County• CPO 1 February meeting recap• Public hearing on Catlin Gabel new middle school• Cornell Farm new building• New Touchmark building approved Read More Continuing the “Beetle Battle” March 6, 2021 Community, Public Health, The Nature of Cedar Mill The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is continuing its multi-year effort to eradicate the Japanese beetle, an invasive and destructive insect pest in your neighborhood in 2021. Thanks to your support and cooperation, we have had success in reducing the Japanese beetle populations in Oregon, but more efforts are required. Read More Go Beavs! March 6, 2021 The Nature of Cedar Mill This article pertains not to OSU sports teams, but instead to North America’s largest rodent, a common resident of Cedar Mill and Oregon’s state animal. The American beaver (Castor canadensis) was trapped almost to extinction across America by the 1800s, due largely to demand for beaver pelts. Read More Gardening News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Gardening, The Nature of Cedar Mill • Cedar Mill Community Garden plots available• Register now for Soil School Sessions• Skyline Grange Native Plant Sale Read More Donuts Plus owner Sue Kim March 6, 2021 Business, Community Everyone’s favorite donut shop has been closed since February due to the death of co-owner Sue Kim. Read More Does the WCSO allow people to give anonymous complaints or comments? March 6, 2021 Community, Public Safety, Washington County Government The Washington County Sheriff’s Office actively seeks community input—we want to do our best! There are several ways to let us know how we’re doing, including methods for openly reporting so we can contact you if you would appreciate that, and anonymously reporting. Read More Oregon updates traffic speed rules March 6, 2021 Public Safety, Roads & Transportation In January’s discussion on speed limits, we talked about the speeding complaints in our community; ways some communities faced this problem; and measures you can take to help solve speeding problems. Read More Ride Connection expands March 6, 2021 Roads & Transportation Ride Connection is a free service for individuals (primarily those who have disabilities and/or are senior citizens) in select regions of Oregon. In the past month, this transit program has received funding to better serve Oregonians. Read More Library News March 6, 2021 Community, Education • Parent Information Series• For Kids• Teens & Tweens• Adults Read More Community News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education • SAMBA Cans and Bottles Drive• Tell your story through art!• Cedar Hills Ready• Silicon Forest Toastmasters• ACMA Fundraiser• Summer Program Expo• Free presentations provide information, tips, and tools for K-8 parents/guardians• Washington County Board of Commissioners host town hall• New PGE outage map• State Senator hosts virtual town hall• Inside WashCo Radio• ShakeAlert App coming in March• Cedar Mill Farmers Market• Project Lotus hosts college mental health webinars• Beaverton Author Fair• WashCo Forum• Washington County DAVS offers support programs• Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for Advisory Committee• Skyline Memorial Garden’s Easter Service• BSD Community-Wide Conversations About Race• State Rep. Dexter Virtual Coffee Conversations• WCSO Kids Safety Academy• Civics for Adults• What Is Democracy and Why Does It Matter?• Voting Rights, Voter Fraud, Voter • Suppression and Election 2020• Viva Village Events March 2021Take Action to Prevent Fall Injuries Read More Business News March 2021 March 6, 2021 Business • Village Gallery News• The Wine Cellar: Pinot & Pages, featuring Andre Hueston Mack• Second Edition Resale• CMBA meeting news• Juggle Source• Sunset Credit Union explains Traditional and Roth IRAs• Easter Egg Hunt at Bethany Read More Planning begins for senior affordable housing across from library February 6, 2021 Uncategorized Housing prices are high throughout the Portland metro area, and certainly in Cedar Mill and adjacent neighborhoods. Seniors living on fixed incomes are easily priced out of the area. A new 53-unit building and campus offering affordable housing for seniors could help alleviate some of the crunch. Read More Cedar Mill News Pandemic Resource Guide February 6, 2021 Community, COVID-19, Education, Public Health • General Information• Food Resources & Places to Donate• Rental & Housing•Jobs & Unemployment• Health Care• Mental Health• Veterans’ Assistance• Childcare• Education• Fitness & Exercise• Shopping Help• Internet & Computer Resources• Social Connections• Community• Entertainment & Arts Read More Wildlife in Our Parks February 6, 2021 Parks, The Nature of Cedar Mill A tree frog croaks in the distance. A banana slug slithers on the ground beside you. You can hear songbirds singing and see a freshly chewed tree stump, evidence of beaver. These are just some of the wildlife sightings you might experience while walking through Jordan Woods Natural Area. Read More CPO 1 News February 2021 February 5, 2021 Community Involvement, CPO 1, Development • February 9 meeting• CPO 1 January Meeting Summary• Cornell Farm Neighborhood Meeting• Peterkort subdivision time extension requested• Touchmark addition Development Review• NW 113th partition and access review Read More Mental Health Support February 6, 2021 COVID-19 Undoubtedly our lives have changed over the past year. It can be overwhelming to think about addressing mental health issues that may have cropped up or intensified during the pandemic. In this article, I’m sharing some tips to consider implementing, as well as resources for further support. Read More Gardening News February 2021 February 6, 2021 Uncategorized • Skyline Grange Native Plant Sale• Working with Mason Bees (Free Webinar)• February’s weed of the month is ivy!• OSU Extension shares gardening info• Free Online Workshops this spring Read More Development News February 2021 February 5, 2021 Business, Development • New businesses for Milltowner, Kirkland• Catlin Gabel campus Read More Road News February 2021 February 5, 2021 Roads & Transportation • Thompson Road realignment bike-ped options• Saltzman update• Saltzman “Phase 2” improvements• Cornell Road Improvement Project• Fire gate at McDaniel & Ridge Road may be removed Read More Beaverton School District News February 2021 February 5, 2021 Education • Instruction update• Facilities Planning for future bond measure underway• Bonny Slope Kindergarten “virtual roundup” Read More Park News February 2021 February 5, 2021 Community, Parks • Jackie Husen Dog Run is permanent• Gain Valuable Experience through Internships• Love Your Trails Celebration• THPRD Westside Trail Bridge update• Chehalem Ridge Nature Park Read More Community News February 2021 February 6, 2021 Uncategorized • Drop off your surplus “tech” for others to use• Teens: Choosing a career in the creative industries• PCC Music Concerts• Cedar Mill Farmers Market invites vendors, sponsors• Beaverton Winter Market opens• Writer’s Mill• News from our State Rep!• Cedar Hills Ready! presents: When the water stops, what do you do?• Library news• Cedar Mill and Bethany Libraries events• OReGO seeks volunteer drivers• TriMet virtual open house• Washington County Sheriff’s Office• Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue• Washington County Forum• Westview HS Receives 30 Stop the Bleed Kits From SAM Medical• Viva Village Events February 2021• Long-Term Care Ombudsman Oregon Read More Business News February 2021 February 6, 2021 Business • Village Gallery Adult Classes And Workshops• Cedar Mill Business Association meeting• Sunset Credit Union is ready to deliver new round of PPP Loans• The Ackerly at Timberland provides vaccine to residents and staff Read More Getting the COVID vaccine in Washington County January 2, 2021 Community, COVID-19 • What is Washington County’s role in COVID-19 vaccination?• Can I get on a list to get vaccinated?• How long will Phase 1A last? (visit website for details on phases)• Current Prioritized Phases Read More How clean is our air? January 2, 2021 Community, Public Health Portland Clean Air is a nonprofit that has been working for seven years to study and promote public understanding of government agency industrial air pollution data, and advocate for prevention. We asked them to give us a snapshot of the current situation in the Cedar Mill area, along with some ways to take action if you are concerned. Read More Oregon recycles! and plans to lead into the future January 2, 2021 Community, Public Health Starting with our famous “Bottle Bill” in 1971, Oregon was the first in the nation to create a system of waste management that allowed glass and aluminum containers to be recovered from the trash. Read More CPO 1 News January 2021 January 2, 2021 Community, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation • CPO 1 January Meeting• CPO1 December Meeting Summary• Neighborhood Meetings• Proposed 10-lot subdivision “Thompson Crossing”• Proposed 10-lot subdivision “Lynnridge Estates” Read More Do we have a speed limit problem? January 2, 2021 Community, Roads & Transportation If you’ve been on local social media, you’re used to seeing complaints of speeding in neighborhoods in the Cedar Mill area. With more people going out to walk around the neighborhood to escape the confines of their home this quarantine, it’s more important than ever that we keep these residential areas safe. Read More Sunset students tackle climate change January 2, 2021 Climate Change, Community, Education, Public Health Climate change has been a looming threat to us for many years. With the short amount of time we have left to make a change, we need to buy more time for permanent, systemic solutions. Though climate change is a difficult problem to solve, there are simple ways for us as a community to delay its destructive progress. Read More State Legislative Update January 2, 2021 Community, COVID-19, Elections, Politics, Public Health Governor Brown called for a special legislative session on December 15 with the primary goal of providing additional wildfire and COVID relief. The session successfully began and concluded on December 21. Read More 2021 County boards and committees openings January 2, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Washington County Government • Aging and Veteran Services Advisory Council• Behavioral Health Council• Civil Service Commission• Developmental Disabilities Council• Enhanced Sheriff’s Patrol District (ESPD) Advisory Committee• Housing Advisory Committee (HAC)• orth Bethany County Service District for Roads Budget Committee• Park and Recreation Advisory Board• Public Health Advisory Council• Solid Waste Advisory Committee• Washington County and SDL No.1 Budget Committee• Washington County Salary Commission Read More Business News January 2021 January 2, 2021 Business • Peninsula Insurance has a new name: Timmco• Portland Wine Cellar virtual wine tasting• Foot Traffic• Village Gallery of Arts• Sunset Credit Union to postpone • 7th Annual Shred-It Day Read More Community News January 2021 January 2, 2021 Community, Community Involvement, Parks • Christmas Tree recycling• THPRD January news• Housing Providers Needed for Beaverton Metro HomeShare Program• Westview Red Cross Blood Drive• Washington County Forum• Viva Village January activities• Clean Water Services Rate and Utility Bill Support• Library Events• Board of Commissioners seeking volunteers to serve on new Salary Commission• The Big One? How to Become Earthquake Safe in Your Home• SAMBA Can/Bottle Drive• Tualatin Valley Creates• Helping Farmers, Ranchers, and Foresters Plan for Business Transition• Tips to Carry You Safely into 2021• The value of reporting• ACMA Dining Fundraisers• Book Review: “Swedes in Oregon” Read More December 2020 Park News December 5, 2020 Uncategorized • Most THPRD will remain closedWestside Trail Bridge• Naming the “park” at Cedar Grove• THPRD’s Visioning Task Force Honored with 2020 Harold M. Haynes Award for Community Involvement Read More December 2020 BSD News December 5, 2020 Community, Education • Middle Schools have new attendance boundaries• Naming the new Middle School• BSD offers child care subsidies• Unaccompanied Students Need Your Help• Long Range Facilities Planning Read More CPO 1 News December 2020 December 4, 2020 Community, CPO 1, Development, Roads & Transportation • December CPO 1 meeting• CPO1 November Meeting Summary• Short-term Rentals Online Open House December 4 – January 8• Neighborhood Meetings• Development applications Read More December 2020 Development News December 5, 2020 Community, Development, Roads & Transportation Thompson is designated as a minor arterial on county plans, which means it needs to be three lanes with curbs and sidewalks, and a total width of 90 feet. Read More Business News December 2020 December 5, 2020 Business, Holiday 2020 • More small business assistance from Washington County• Village Gallery of Arts• Touchmark’s outdoor Winter Fest• Drop Toy Drive donations here!• The Ackerly at Timberland is holding a Festival of Lights• Catlin Gabel offers variety of in-person art classes• Bethany’s Table adds Marketplace• Skyline Memorial Gardens ornament tree and toy drive• Sunset Credit Union teams up with Family Promise• Juggle Source now offers Mobile Notary Read More Road News December 2020 December 5, 2020 Community, Roads & Transportation • Saltzman Road PAC recommends western alignment• Comment now on changes planned for Highway 217• Expansion of Neighborhood Streets Program• Comment on the Walker Road Phase 3 Project• Cornell/Barnes turn lane on county budget Read More Community News December 2020 December 4, 2020 Community, Education, Holiday 2020 • Library News• Second Edition Resale• Toy Drive is different this year• Inside WashCo Radio• 2021 Oregon Legislature Session Joint Town Hall• Five Oaks Museum seeks proposals for two Guest Curator opportunitiesSAMBA Can/Bottle Drive• Viva Village• Writer’s Mill• Big Horn Brass• Drive-in Caroling at CMBC• ACMA Fundraiser• THPRD Holiday Giving Drive• Oak Hills Elementary Book FairWashington County Public Affairs ForumReport package theft to WCSO Read More Amazon Lockers keep your deliveries safe December 5, 2020 Business, Holiday 2020 A package is delivered: you are home, but the delivery person did not knock or ring the bell, so you don’t realize it is sitting outside your front door. Or worse, you receive a text that your package was delivered, open your front door, and find nothing. Read More Japanese Beetle eradication update December 5, 2020 Community, The Nature of Cedar Mill In 2016, a number of highly destructive and invasive insects were discovered in a few locations in Cedar Mill. The Japanese Beetle has devastated agriculture and home gardens in the East and Midwest, and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) wanted to get ahead of the infestation before the same thing happened here. Read More CMBA helps bring musical bench to Cedar Mill December 5, 2020 Business, Community, Parks Katie Smith is the Community Outreach coordinator for the Cedar Mill Business Association, in addition to being Sales Manager of The Ackerly at Timberland. CMBA was looking for a project to replace the hanging flower baskets (since funding had dwindled), when she learned about Tualatin Valley Creates (TVC) and got in touch with Raziah Roushan, Executive Director. Read More Development News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Development Target is proposing to locate a small-format retail store in the building that previously housed Bales Marketplace, at 12675 NW Cornell. Read More Road News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Community, Roads & Transportation • West Union sidewalks• Walker Murray Intersection Read More November 2020 Saltzman improvement update October 31, 2020 Community, Roads & Transportation Washington County engaged JLA Public Involvement to manage a community discussion on alternatives for improving the northern end of Saltzman Road. The third meeting of the Saltzman Road Public Advisory Committee (PAC) was held on October 22, 2020. Read More Park News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Community, Parks • THPRD Vision Action Plan• THPRD Budget Comm. openings• Metro Parks & Nature Comm. openings Read More CPO 1 News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Community, CPO 1, Development As reported by OPB, Oregon’s recycling system is suffering from a long list of ailments so we have invited Thomas Egleston, Manager of the Washington County Solid Waste & Recycling program, to inform you about a new plan to reform our state’s recycling system. Read More Community News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Community, Holiday 2020 • CWS Annual Leaf Disposal and Food Drive• Fall native plant sale canceled but resources are availableDig Into Fall – Attend a FREE Online Workshop!• Prepare your water system for cold weather• Cantata Pacifica: The Choir That Won’t Quit• Viva Village’s November Events• Don’t be a victim!• Tree Recycling• PCC Rock Creek’s Experience Music Series• Put a Lid on Cooking Fires• Skyline Artisans Holiday Sale goes online• Tualatin Valley Creates• Sunset Marching Band Bottle Drop• Inside WashCo Radio• Allen Van Vleen• Writer’s Mill• Cedar Mill Library November 2020 Featured Events and Programs• Washington County Forum• Salmonberry Trail Meeting• Immigrant Story Podcast• Family Caregiver Workshop• Beaverton School District News• Board of Commissioners to host Community Investment Conversations Read More Terra Linda Arts and Crafts Fair October 31, 2020 Community, Holiday 2020 This month, the Terra Linda neighborhood community is putting together their first ever Arts and Crafts Fair. Read More Cedar Mill News election endorsements October 22, 2020 Community, CPO 1, Elections, Politics After listening to the candidates and spokespeople for the measures at our October CPO 1 meeting, and reading and reflecting on the literature, here are my views on the local, regional, and state choices on the November 3 election. Read More Business News November 2020 October 31, 2020 Business • Drive-thru Diner at The Ackerly• New round of small business grants from Washington County• Jim & Patty’s at Forest Heights• Fresh local eggnog at Schoch Dairy• Training for home care providers• Mad Hatter moves home• CMBA November meeting• Welcome to your extra set of hands: Juggle Source• Deer Hill subdivision offers unique home lots• Village Gallery of Arts Read More Election security in Washington County October 3, 2020 Community, Elections With all the confusion and controversy surrounding the national election, we wanted to check with Washington County about how they are ensuring the safety of our own voting process. Read More October 2020 Road News October 3, 2020 Roads & Transportation • Temporary paving at Murray/Cornell• Walker/Murray appeal denied• Cornelius Pass reopens• Comment on Metro projects Read More Heritage trees at JQA Young House October 3, 2020 Community, History In the earliest photo we have of the John Quincy Adams Young House on Cornell, you can see a fruit tree with a ladder propped up against it. That pear tree, and the apple tree next to it, still stand next to the house! Read More November 2020 Election notes October 3, 2020 Elections, Politics Cedar Mill News has compiled information on key measures and positions on the 2020 general ballot for those in the Cedar Mill area. Read More October 2020 CPO 1 News October 3, 2020 Community, CPO 1 • October meeting• September recap• Proposed gas station• Partition on Rainmont Read More Saltzman project update October 3, 2020 Roads & Transportation A public involvement process is underway to collect community opinions on the proposed alternatives for improving the north end of Saltzman, between Bayonne at the top of the ridge, to Laidlaw. Read More THPRD proposes pedestrian bridge to cross Highway 26, link segments of Westside Trail October 3, 2020 Community, Parks When it is completed, it will connect the Westside Trail from SW Greenbrier Parkway to NW Cornell Road through the BPA powerline right-of-way behind the industrial area on Science Park Drive. Read More October 2020 Development News October 3, 2020 Community, Development • CVS opening next month• Karla Heights ready to build Read More OHS and Immigrant Story collaborate to share immigrant experiences October 3, 2020 Community, Diversity of Cedar Mill The Oregon Historical Society (OHS) and The Immigrant Story (TIS) are proud to announce that a series of oral history interviews with local immigrants are now publicly available through the OHS Digital Collections website. Read More Business News October 2020 October 3, 2020 Uncategorized Wine tastings at The Wine CellarSeason ending at the Cedar Mill Farmers MarketCMBA meetingFree Small Business Training & ResourcesHolistic Pet annual saleVillage Gallery of Arts Read More Community News October 2020 October 3, 2020 Community Cedar Mill Elementary Chipotle FundraiserDrive-thru COVID-19 and flu testing site at Convention CenterWashington County ForumInside WashCo RadioWriter’s MillBeaverton & Merlo Station School-Based Health Centers are openViva Village calendar of events“Beyond Voting: Elections and Campaign Financing” workshopThe Constitution: Fulfilling Democracy’s Promise?PDX ConciergeMusical BenchesTHPRD resumes openingWestview Red Cross Blood DriveNaturescaping Workshops onlineWashington County DemocratsTVF&R Seeks Chief Examiner for Civil Service Commission Read More Road News September 2020 September 5, 2020 Development, Roads & Transportation Cornelius Pass newsSaltzman solution?Walker-Murray intersection project is appealed by Beaverton CouncilorsSpringville Road construction Read More Saving what’s left—efforts to protect the remaining natural areas and wildlife habitats in Washington County September 5, 2020 CPO 1, Development, The Nature of Cedar Mill As Significant Natural Resources (SNRs) and wildlife habitats in Washington County diminish, community members have become more vocal in trying to protect what is remaining. This article is just a brief overview of some of the activities presently in progress in Washington County. Read More THPRD News September 2020 September 4, 2020 Uncategorized Park maintenance in a pandemicVolunteer OpportunitiesConestoga and Athletic Center reopening Read More CPO News September 2020 September 5, 2020 Uncategorized September CPO 1 meetingAugust meeting recapFairly quiet on the development front Read More Election news September 5, 2020 Community, Elections We asked Lisa DuPre, Public Affairs and Communications Coordinator at the Washington County Administration Office, about the county’s ballot collection boxes. Read More Update on the 2020 Census September 5, 2020 Community Once per decade, the United States Constitution mandates that all current residents of the US and territories must be accounted for in the US Census. The datasets derived from census-obtained information provide opportunities for additional state funding, business investments, Congressional apportionment, and the creation or adaptation of public policies. Read More Development News September 5, 2020 Development The (Cedar) Rumor MillMilltowner updatesCedar Grove affordable housing nearing completion185th gas stationColumbia Sportswear new building Read More Library News September 2020 September 5, 2020 Community, Education No more appointments!Conversation About Oregon’s Racist HistorySecond Edition Resale Sidewalk SaleFor KidsFor TeensFor Adults Read More BSD News September 2020 September 4, 2020 Education Middle School Boundary Adjustment ProcessFirst Day of SchoolBASE Read More Community News September 2020 September 5, 2020 Community PCC Music Information SessionWashington County ForumPrevent car break-ins!“Socially Distanced Inspiration” written and illustrated by 12-year-oldInside WashCo RadioProject Lotus supports Asian American mental healthCivics for Adults virtual sessions: Misinformation, Fake News and Political PropagandaProject-Based Rental AssistanceViva Village public eventsFive Oaks Museum Call for ArtworkGet There Oregon RewardsSunset High School Teacher Receives Prestigious AwardConnect Oregon Students offers tutoring helpYoung LifeTHPRD opens two major facilities!TVF&R Offers Tips to Prevent Window FallsGirl Scout collects pet supplies for Silver Award Read More Business News September 2020 September 5, 2020 Business Support our first responders and get a free coffee drink!Village Gallery of ArtsCedar Mill Business AssociationCornell Farms hosts Harvest for F(all)Honey Acres launches business quilt trailGreat Notion Beaverton Tap RoomCedar Mill Farmers Market is filled with fall produceGreat Portland resource for your “Staycation!” Read More August 2020 COVID-19 update August 4, 2020 COVID-19 At the July meeting of the CPO Leadership group, CCI, we had a valuable presentation by Adrienne Donner, Washington County Public Health Branch Director, on the current state of things in the county and its response. We have permission to share the PDF version of her PowerPoint presentation here. The links should be active. Read More BSD News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Uncategorized School plans for fall 2020District seeks applicants for Long Range Facility Plan Community Advisory Committee Read More Road News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Uncategorized Upper Saltzman Road projectSpringville: Kaiser to Joss143rd & Science Park curb cuts112th culvertWest Union shoulder wideningWest Union sidewalksOregon Transportation SurveyMultnomah County’s Cornelius Pass project Read More Development News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Uncategorized Gas station next to a wetland? County hearing continuedDevelopment gets new name, model home under constructionNo news from commercial developments Read More CPO News August 2020 August 1, 2020 CPO 1 CPO 1 August meeting: COVID-19 updatesJuly meeting recapNeighborhood MeetingsPed and bike improvement proposals Read More Gardening News August 2020 August 1, 2020 The Nature of Cedar Mill Gardening with Pacific Northwest Native Plants: An Ecological ApproachOSU Extension has the information you need!Master Gardener demonstration gardens Read More THPRD News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Uncategorized THPRD Announces Refunds on Deluxe and General PassesFacilities ReopeningFurther staff reductions Read More Community News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Uncategorized Reach for the Stars to support Washington County KidsWashington County Kids holds free virtual Care ExpoCivics for Adults free online sessionsNew! Online Police Reports from Washington County SheriffPCC Rock Creek music department info session for fall termVirtues CardTualatin Valley Creates presents Parenting a Creative Child (Webinar Workshop)Viva VillageCWS delays rate increasesBlood DriveSolid Waste & Recycling updateSOLV Forest Park CleanupCounty Commissioners seek public input on community needsCommunity Placemaking applications open August 3MLK and the Voting Rights ActConsensus: Cybersecurity and PrivacyEnjoy the health benefits of swimming! It’s never too late to learn! Read More Business News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Business, Community Sunset CU helps over 100 local businesses with PPP LoansVillage GalleryCedar Mill Farmers Market is bursting with fresh produce!Inside Out policy helps businesses meet physical distancing requirementsOpen Air Beaverton ProgramFieldstone Cornell Landing hosts August events onlineGreat Notion TimberlandAdult watercolor classes at Catlin GabelWorld of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry Read More John ‘Buz’ Walker III, October 18, 1932 – July 15, 2020 August 1, 2020 Community Walker Garbage Service has served Cedar Mill businesses and residents since 1948. Buz Walker’s parents were in the dairy business with his mother’s Egger family. John Walker Jr., a German immigrant from the Volga River region in Russia, entered the garbage hauling business and bought what would later become Walker Garbage and Recycling, Inc. Read More Proposed 2020 Land Use Ordinances August 1, 2020 Uncategorized The following brief summaries of the “2020 Ordinance Season” are from the Land Use and Transportation newsletter. We will follow up next month with more information on the ordinances that affect Cedar Mill. Read More Library News August 2020 August 1, 2020 Community Storytime at HomeSimple Summer STEM and Crafts for kidsAngel Ocasio’s Virtual Comedy ShowThree on a Theme Book TalkWriters’ MillVoices in VerseOwl Book Group Read More John Fox, 1939-2020 August 1, 2020 Community On July 12, 2020, Cedar Mill lost an impactful member of our community. A lifelong liberal, John Foz coped with the 2016 passing of his wife Carol by throwing himself into political activism in his community, Cedar Mill. Read More Local artist working as contact tracer July 5, 2020 COVID-19 Chris Kondrat is a popular local artist and long-time member of Village Gallery. We learned that she joined the team of contact tracers working to stop the spread of COVID-19 in the county, and wanted to bring you her story. Read More July 2020 COVID-19 in Washington County July 5, 2020 Uncategorized Face Coverings Required Statewide Effective July 1stGovernor extends state of emergency to September 4Testing sitesWashington County offers a second grant opportunity for small businessesWashington County funds Business Recovery CentersEmployment in Washington County Read More WCSO email hack July 5, 2020 Uncategorized On June 11, someone sent out an email to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office newsletter email list. The message contained a reference to an incident at the jail in 2018, along with a video clip. Read More CPO News July 2020 July 5, 2020 Community, CPO 1, The Nature of Cedar Mill CPO July meetingChanges proposed for County Charter would remove “Ordinance Season” and change how Commissioners are paidLeadership changes at county Read More CMN News July 5, 2020 Uncategorized You may not know this, but the Cedar Mill News is put together using the help of amazing community volunteers and student interns. This month, in the spirit of graduation, CMN would like to share a little bit about our student interns! Read More Development News July 2020 July 5, 2020 Community, Development McDaniel commercial property sold, plans unknownDevelopment proposed for home site in Bonny Slope WestConstruction beginning for Kirkland development Read More Were Portland’s founders drunk when they laid out the Multnomah/Washington County border? July 5, 2020 Community, History Since lockdown, I’ve been using Google Earth to take virtual tours of the world. In so doing, I noticed that Multnomah County’s western border is quite odd. Zigzaggy, if that’s a word. Were our founders drunk when they laid it out or what? —Desktop Globe-Trotter Read More ­­Cedar Mill and Bethany Library news July 5, 2020 Community Holds service turned onA new system for contactless pickupLibrary programs and events Read More History in the News July 5, 2020 Community, History The Cedar Mill Historical Society has a treasure trove of local stories, photos, and even a few artifacts, and we have wonderful plans for bringing them to the community. What we need are a few good folks—like you?—to join our Board of Directors to help us achieve our goals. Read More ODA continues multi-year effort to eradicate Japanese beetle July 5, 2020 Community, The Nature of Cedar Mill The Japanese beetle is an invasive insect that has been causing large-scale destruction to garden plants and agricultural crops in the Eastern and Midwestern United States. If this beetle establishes in Oregon, it would be a serious threat to our thriving nursery, turf grass, and specialty crop industries. Read More New Beaverton City Charter approved by voters July 5, 2020 Uncategorized Beaverton voters approved a new city charter during the May 19 election. The Beaverton Charter of 2021 went into effect on June 18 and becomes operational on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. Read More Helen Fohl 1920-2020 July 5, 2020 Community Helen Lorrine Fohl was in her 100th year, just two months shy of celebrating her first century, when she passed away. Her loss to the Ackerly left empty shoes just too large to even try to fill. Her wonderful wit, her wise insight were blessings to us all, noted one neighbor. She added, “I shall miss you more than anyone could know.” Read More Community News July 2020 July 5, 2020 Community Cedar Hills Ready says know your neighborsLooking for an After School Care Provider for School Re-Opening?TVF&R burn ban in effectRed Cross Blood DriveTHPRD NewsCatlin Gabel and partners improve habitatInside WashCo RadioTVC helps theater groups, shares online arts and culture eventsPCC MusicViva Village newsCensus updateGender Euphoria virtual exhibit Read More Business News July 2020 July 5, 2020 Uncategorized Second Edition opens for Sidewalk Sales!Cedar Mill Farmers MarketIs your business affected by COVID-19?Catlin Gabel offering adult craft programsVillage Gallery of Arts NewsCedar Mill Business AssociationOhana Luau at Fieldstone Cornell LandingExplore The Ackerly from home Read More Sunset BSU moves community to peaceful demonstration march June 7, 2020 Community, Education, Politics by Andrew Bitans, CMN contributor Today’s BSU Sunset march. Today’s march to honor the lives of African Americans that have been needlessly lost to police violence was well supported by our community. Quite a large turnout, probably around 2000 people. It started raining shortly before we left the high school and ultimately dumped buckets for Read More Postal service in Cedar Mill June 6, 2020 Community, Politics For several months, we’ve noticed posts on NextDoor from people who were unable to deposit mail into the blue collection boxes at Safeway. Some people assumed it was because the Post Office wasn’t collecting mail often enough. Read More June 2020: COVID-19 in Washington County June 3, 2020 Community, COVID-19 • State approves Washington County for Phase I starting June 1• House cleaners and other home services• Face coverings guidance for businesses and transit• Reporting violations• FAQs now available on OHA website• Safety advice from WCSO• Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter update Read More State Land Use Commission issues enforcement order against Washington County June 6, 2020 Development The Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC) has issued an enforcement order against Washington County for its lack of compliance with statewide land use planning goals designed to protect significant natural resources. Read More CPO News June 2020 June 6, 2020 Community, CPO 1, Development • CPO 1 June meeting• Neighborhood meetings• Ordinance 854 Read More Road News June 2020 June 6, 2020 Community, Roads & Transportation • Butner Road culvert construction• Culvert replacement and waterline at Autumn Creek Read More Development News June 2020 June 6, 2020 Uncategorized • Life Time Fitness and City of Beaverton;• Milltowner update;• Proposed Chase Bank to replace Shari’s;• 185th gas station Read More Results of Oregon’s May 19 primary election June 6, 2020 Politics Washington County’s 46% voter turnout closely mirrored statewide voter turnout. Read More Japanese beetle eradication continues June 6, 2020 Uncategorized We’ll get an update next month from the Oregon Department of Agriculture on our progress in eradicating the terribly destructive Japanese beetle that landed in Cedar Mill a few years ago (we are winning!), but for now, we wanted to share this important information about yard debris. Read More Cedar Mill Library plans a gradual return June 6, 2020 Uncategorized Dear Friends, we know that you are eager to come back to your libraries. We are just as eager to welcome you back—with your health and safety in mind. Read More Cedar Mill Cider Festival on track for September 20! June 6, 2020 Uncategorized We have received word from Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) that it’s likely that we can hold the Cider Festival on September 20, as planned! Read More Mitch Greenlick, 1935-2020 June 6, 2020 Uncategorized I have been reading and appreciating the many heartfelt tributes to Mitch Greenlick from legislative colleagues but wanted to give some background to Mitch’s careers—four that I have seen. Read More Appointing a replacement to complete Greenlick’s term June 6, 2020 Uncategorized Following the death of our District 33 State Representative Mitch Greenlick on May 17, Oregon Secretary of State Bev Clarno selected Kathryn Harrington, Chair of Washington County Board of Commissioners, to serve as Chair of Appointing Authority for the vacancy appointment. Read More Community News June 2020 June 6, 2020 Uncategorized Viva Village: Online Age Cafe;Inside WashCo radio;Folk Dancing Zoom Lessons;The Music Continues at PCC Rock Creek!;Domestic Violence Resource Center;Writers’ Mill;Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries;Wildfires Can Happen Here! Take Steps Now to Reduce Risks;No price increase from Clean Water Services;THPRD Life Jacket Program;OSU Ext. Pressure Canner Testing;Key to Oregon;Register your child for Kindergarten at Terra Linda;Tualatin Valley Creates;Washington County Forum;THPRD Update;Doreen Rivera retires from WCSO Read More College this Fall? It’s not too late to apply for Portland Community College June 6, 2020 Business, Community, Education As an academic and career advisor, I have been working with students that are preparing for college this fall. With the anticipation that many colleges and universities will be providing online-only classes for the fall 2020 term and perhaps into winter/spring 2021, some of my students are now seeking alternatives to paying higher tuition. Read More Business News June 2020 June 6, 2020 Business, Community Village Gallery of Arts;Cedar Mill Business Association;Cedar Mill Farmers Market;Fieldstone;Staying active at home;Bethany Family Pet Clinic continues “concierge” service;American Sign Language Class;ReStore is open to shop and donate, and resumes donation pickups;Win a Nintendo Switch from SSPFCU;Art classes for kids, watercolor for teens and adults Read More COVID-19 in Washington County May 4, 2020 Community, COVID-19 According to Wendy Gordon, Lead Public Information Officer, Washington County Emergency Operations Center, Washington County will follow the governor’s plan on when and how to reopen. On April 14, Brown’s office introduced a “Framework for Reopening Oregon” that outlines the prerequisites for the safe way to move forward. Read More Development News May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Milltowner updateChase Bank to replace Shari’sNew subdivisionsGas station hearing Read More On the May ballot May 4, 2020 Uncategorized by Shawna Muckle, CMN intern Would you like to know more about the choices on the ballot for the upcoming May 19 election? Here are some of the critical bonds, primary elections, and charter amendments to carefully weigh your vote for: Metro Housing Services Bond: Summary: As many voters will likely recall, in 2018, voters Read More CPO News May 4, 2020 Uncategorized We don’t have an exact schedule yet, but we’ll have information on a sidewalk project near Bonny Slope Elementary that will improve Safe Routes to School; updates on several development proposals for the area; a presentation on the Thompson Road project; and a chance to hear from our Public Safety providers. Read More Gardening & Environment May 4, 2020 Uncategorized While you’re weeding and seeding and planting and pruning, there’s one more thing to put on your plate: dividing. Read More Road News May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Thompson Road/Kenny Terrace Project Online Open HouseADA ramps being rebuiltMultnomah county road project rankings Read More Unsung heroes, these days and always! Walker Garbage and COVID-19 May 4, 2020 Uncategorized We are practicing social distancing and frequent sanitizing, and our office is closed to the public. Our drivers are also closed to public approach. Read More Deputy Spotlight May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Meet Deputy Tom Brown, who has patrolled Cedar Mill, Bethany and north of Highway 26 area for the last five years. Read More Behavioral Health Resources May 4, 2020 Uncategorized In these challenging times, you may be experiencing new mental health challenges or have increased difficulties managing an existing illness. Many of the support meetings normally held face-to-face are postponed. There are online resources to help anyone who needs new or added support at this time. Oregon Recovery Network: Online directory for a variety of Read More Helpers making a difference May 4, 2020 Uncategorized We are a group of a few volunteers and our goal is to help those at-risk of COVID-19 who need essentials. I have done about 30 deliveries with 200+ items and hope to do more! Read More Recycling during the COVID-19 crisis May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Goods are moving in and out of our homes in different ways now that we are following COVID-19 guidelines. Here are some ideas about receiving household materials and disposing of their packaging. As always, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle in that order! Read More Cedar Mill News News May 4, 2020 Uncategorized One of our diligent volunteer editors, Anne Lawrence, has updated and expanded this section of the website with loads of useful information for when you need to find an expert or an agency to help with a problem. Read More Neighbors share personal COVID-19 experiences May 4, 2020 Uncategorized My wife and I ran low-grade fevers and had worse-than-expected chills and aches based on how low the temps were. We ran fevers for ten days. Exhaustion was major; we slept as much as our parenting of four children would allow, and still were extremely tired! Read More History in the News May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Job 1 is a plan to mobilize still more community support. We’ll be launching Friends of Cedar Mill History, our membership program, in the coming weeks. The goal? With your help in the form of membership dues, we intend to build a virtual museum over the next few months. Read More 2020 Senior blues May 4, 2020 Uncategorized No one knew that March 13 would be the seniors’ last day of high school. From the commencement ceremony to sitting down in a classroom, there are many normalities that seniors will miss due to the COVID-19 school closures. Read More Community News May 2020 May 4, 2020 Uncategorized Viva Village updateRemainder of THPRD spring term cancelledODOT opens Safe Routes to School project applicationsInside WashCo Radio… Read More Business News May 2020 May 4, 2020 Uncategorized The Cedar Mill Farmers Market opens! Sana Reiki offers remote Reiki sessions Bethany Family Pet Clinic update Habitat for Humanity ReStore is online Stride Strong Physical Therapy offers a free workout video Cedar Mill Business Association News The Wine Cellar has options for your Happy Hour The Village Gallery keeps the art available Grand Central Read More COVID-19 in Washington County April 7, 2020 Community, COVID-19 Most of us are aware that Washington County is leading the state in the number of confirmed cases of the virus. People have been speculating on the reason, so we have included what seem to be some good clues. We have compiled this article from a variety of sources, and links to them are in each section. We’ve also included information about Washington County response and resources… Read More Business News April 2020 April 7, 2020 Business Sunset Credit UnionSana ReikiWestern Oregon DispensaryStride Strong Physical TherapyWorld of SmilesBethany Family Pet ClinicHelvetia Farm Market and Marion AcresVillage Gallery NewsTire Factory closesRefinish First closesCK Hoffman DesignDennis 7DeesDuFresne’s Auto ServiceCedar Mill Business AssociationCedar Mill Farmers MarketCornell Farm Nursery & Café Read More Allies, friends and givers offer support and fun April 7, 2020 Business Without question, we are all living in uncertain and challenging times that have upended normal routines. While the news seems to grow grimmer each day, it becomes ever more important for all of us to focus on the things we can control in our lives… Read More TriMet schedule changes April 7, 2020 Roads & Transportation Starting on April 2, no more than 10-15 riders can be on a bus at one time—10 individuals, or up to 15 if people are riding together (such as couples or parents with children). TriMet is also closing off some seats—there will be a sign that says you can’t sit there… Read More Community News April 2020 April 7, 2020 Community Community WarehouseHelp for people in recoveryLibrary resources and more from homeWeed Watcher Workshop UpdateNaturescaping BasicsViva VillageTHPRD Summer Camps DelaysTHPRD ClosuresCedar Mill Bible ChurchInside WashCo RadioWriters MillWashington County Public Affairs Forum Suspends Meetings Read More A closer look at Zoom April 7, 2020 COVID-19 Yearning for more than FaceTime for visiting with your family and friends? Craving a platform more cohesive than Skype? With Oregon public schools closed until at least April 28, students are at a loss of their daily communication with peers and teachers… Read More Road News April 2020 April 7, 2020 Development Butner Road culvert will include pedestrian improvements; Roadside spraying will start soon… Read More Meet the candidates for our State Representative April 7, 2020 Community Four Democrats have filed in the H.D. 33 Democratic primary: Andy Saultz, Maxine Dexter, Servin Bussell, and Christina Stephenson. Meanwhile, one Republican, Dick Courter, has filed in the H.D. 33 Republican primary, making him the presumptive nominee to run against the Democrat winner in the November’s general election… Read More Soil Building: an investment in your garden April 7, 2020 The Nature of Cedar Mill In the midst of these unprecedented times, Oregonians are finding themselves with little to do at home other than watching television or using their phones. Some people have been thinking about vegetable gardening. It’s a great time to get started, and learning the principles and methods of soil building will help you have success… Read More CPO 1 News April 7, 2020 Community, CPO 1 No meetings scheduled; Gas station in a wetland?; Development news; Board of Commissioners meetings available for live-streaming… Read More Getting your dose of nature April 7, 2020 COVID-19, The Nature of Cedar Mill While being stuck at home is a current necessity for the health and well-being of our community, it can be extremely stressful and boring for many people. Nature lovers everywhere who are now forced to stay inside are restless and getting creative in how they feed their passion… Read More Pharmacies and other shopping April 7, 2020 COVID-19 Most patients can get their prescriptions by mail order, although this may be less flexible and take longer than using a local source. The following local pharmacies offer free prescription delivery or have drive through prescription windows… Read More It is NORMAL to be anxious April 7, 2020 Community In these times of conflicting and unclear advice about this virus, and as we learn more day to day, we may be able to reduce some of the uncertainty and fear… Read More Grocery shopping in the virus era April 7, 2020 Business, COVID-19 COVID-19 has pushed us to find our new normal. Unfortunately, that means our local grocery stores must accommodate our dramatically changing circumstances as well. Health and safety of shoppers is most important to our grocery stores… Read More We’re all doing what we can April 7, 2020 Community Once we realized that there would be NO events to list in this month’s paper, I put out a request on our Facebook page to find out what people wanted to read about. A bunch of great suggestions came in, along with some offers to help work on the stories… Read More Hungry for something different? April 7, 2020 Business, COVID-19 Many of our local restaurants are still open for business. Just place your order, pay with a credit card, pick up your meal and enjoy at home. Most of them also offer delivery, either with their own people or through one of the meal delivery services… Read More October 2022 ArticlesOctober 2022 ArticlesAura AestheticsDevelopment News October 2022Beavers: nature’s firefighters!CPO News October 2022Business News October 2022School News October 2022WashCo News October 20224-H in Washington CountyUpdate to public safety radio communications systemPark News October 2022Garden newsLibrary News October 2022Community News October 2022October 2022 PDFSearch the News (since April 2020) Search the ArchivesClick here to search for articles from 2003-present. NOTE: you're not submitting personal information so you can ignore the warning! 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