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1 week ago

Troutdale advisory committee presses county coordination after Buxton curbwork and communication gaps At its April 1 meeting the Troutdale Citizens Advisory Committee heard a report from Eric Palmer on county partnerships and pressed staff on public notice and quality-control for county-funded curb and sidewalk work, notably recent work on Buxton Avenue.

Troutdale residents are demanding better communication and quality control after spotting issues with recent curb and sidewalk work on Buxton Avenue!

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1 month ago

Regional fire-task-force findings prompt alarm: committee hears $52–53 million estimate, asks for models and cost projections Committee heard a regional fire-task-force update that included an early estimate of $52–53 million to expand stations and services for the multi-city area; members asked for implementation models, proposed alternatives and clearer cost-per-station and tax impacts.

A staggering $52–53 million estimate for expanding regional fire services has the committee demanding clearer models and cost projections before moving forward.

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1 month ago

City planning staff previews Halsey Gateway Overlay, proposes height incentives and design standards City planning staff presented a proposed Halsey Gateway Overlay that would tighten ground-floor design, require parking behind buildings, and offer limited height increases (up to 50 feet/4 stories) if developers provide public amenities; Planning Commission and council hearings are scheduled this spring.

Exciting changes are coming to Halsey Street with a new overlay that could transform development, making it more walkable and vibrant!

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1 month ago

Fire task force seeks comparable proposals; Troutdale to hear Gresham presentation in March The Troutdale update on a regional fire services task force reported data requests and directed the presenting agencies to provide consistent implementation plans and cost modeling for four governance/options; Gresham will present in March with other options to follow.

The Troutdale council is pushing for clearer fire service proposals as a task force evaluates options that could reshape regional safety—what's on the table?

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1 month ago

Troutdale holds public hearing on tighter grease-control rules; second reading set for April 14 City staff urged updates to Chapter 12.07 of the Troutdale Municipal Code to address fats, oils and grease (FOG) and nocardia-driven foam that has caused odor, maintenance costs and occasional sanitary overflows; after a public hearing the council agreed to notify restaurants and defer the second reading to April 14, 2026.

Troutdale is cracking down on grease with new regulations to tackle the nocardia foam causing headaches for local restaurants—what does this mean for your business?

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1 month ago

Troutdale officials press for clearer proposals as fire-district options threaten to raise local taxes Troutdale's Public Safety Services Delivery Working Group asked for detailed proposals after consultant comparisons left key questions unanswered; leaders said assessed-value funding would shift a large share of costs to Troutdale and urged operating-model scenarios that reduce costs or show concrete service gains.

Troutdale officials are demanding clearer fire-district proposals as rising local taxes could put a hefty strain on residents; will the new models deliver the services they need without breaking the bank?

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1 month ago

Troutdale previews 'Trout Route' Sandy River shuttle pilot to ease park congestion Troutdale staff announced a summer weekend 'Trout Route' shuttle pilot, partnering with Sasquatch Shuttle to provide day passes and river‑float rentals, aiming to reduce parking pressure at Glen Otto, Dabney State Park and other river access points.

Get ready for summer fun with Troutdale's new "Trout Route" shuttle, designed to ease parking woes and make river adventures more accessible than ever!

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1 month ago

Troutdale staff report tree work, sidewalk repairs and a Metro pre-application at Feb. 18 parks meeting City parks staff told the Parks Advisory Committee they have completed structural tree pruning, started sidewalk repairs near Llewellyn Park and submitted a Jan. 27 pre-application to Metro’s Nature in Neighborhoods grant for Hillman Authouse Park. Staff said 32 trees were planted at a recent Friends of Trees event (22 funded via IRA grant).

Troutdale is gearing up for spring with exciting park enhancements, including the planting of 32 new trees and sidewalk repairs to improve community access!

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1 month ago

Troutdale tourism staff review 2025 visitor gains, new brand and marketing materials Troutdale’s tourism staff presented 2025 visitation and spending data, debuted a new ‘Gateway to the Gorge’ brand and marketing materials (postcards, maps), and outlined steps to begin collecting lodging tax from short‑term rentals.

Troutdale is transforming into the ultimate gateway to the Columbia River Gorge with a new tourism brand and innovative marketing materials that promise to boost visitor engagement!

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1 month ago

Local advocates present modular-pilot plan for Troutdale skatepark; committee discusses sites and grants Nicholas Pellster and local skate advocate Tyler urged a modular, pilot approach to a Troutdale skatepark during a Parks Advisory Committee meeting, citing a PSU pilot that later secured a $300,000 Prosper Portland grant and a petition with 227 signatures. Committee members discussed potential sites (Reynolds High School courts, Sweet Briar, Sharon Nesbitt), liability and grant pathways such as the Tony Hawk Foundation.

A new modular skatepark proposal in Troutdale could transform underused spaces into vibrant community hubs, igniting local support with already 227 signatures!

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2 months ago

Troutdale begins work on Main Streets on Halsey code amendment; residents urge visuals and limits on taller buildings At a Feb. 11 work session, staff and consultants presented a draft Halsey gateway overlay that would limit ground‑floor housing, set 5–15 ft setbacks, and allow up to a 15‑ft height bonus for public benefits; public commenters and commissioners pressed for visualizations and raised concerns about 4–5 story buildings and fire/parking impacts.

Troutdale is at a crossroads with the proposed 'Main Streets on Halsey' code amendment, sparking passionate debates over building heights and the town's cherished character.

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2 months ago

Council asks county for justification before supporting Stark Street Bridge replacement Councilors pulled a draft letter of support for a federal grant to replace the historic Stark Street Bridge from the consent agenda and voted to request an informational package from Multnomah County explaining the need for replacement rather than repair.

The Troutdale City Council is torn over the future of the historic Stark Street Bridge, weighing preservation against urgent safety concerns before deciding on federal funding support.

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2 months ago

Troutdale backs safety goals of East Multnomah County TSAP but clarifies it won’t fund projects without review After a lengthy discussion on speed cameras, maintenance, and corridor priorities, the council adopted an amended resolution supporting the public safety goals of the East Multnomah County Transportation Safety Action Plan and added language that Troutdale will not commit to implementing or funding identified projects.

Troutdale City Council has taken a stand on public safety by supporting the East Multnomah County Transportation Safety Action Plan, but clarified they won't implement or fund any projects without careful review.

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2 months ago

Troutdale council adopts ordinance to collect transient lodging tax from short-term rentals The council approved a second-reading ordinance requiring remittance of Troutdale's transient lodging tax on short-term rentals. Council discussed allocation of the 6% local portion and whether earmarking revenues should be handled through the budget process.

Troutdale's City Council just passed a new ordinance that could generate $100,000 annually from short-term rentals—what could this mean for local funding?

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2 months ago

City and Urban Renewal Agency accept clean audits for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 Finance staff presented the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Urban Renewal Agency audit, both receiving unmodified (clean) opinions and no internal control deficiencies; the council and agency accepted the reports by resolution.

Troutdale's finance team received a clean bill of health from auditors, marking a significant milestone in the city's financial transparency and accountability.

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2 months ago

Task force continues modeling costs for expanded regional fire coverage; further analysis requested The fire services task force reported consultant modeling that achieving an "8 1/3 station" coverage standard could require a levy near $3.47 per $1,000 assessed value; staff said inputs are preliminary and asked for additional apples-to-apples financial comparisons across districts before decisions.

The regional fire services task force reveals that achieving a crucial coverage standard may come at a cost of $3.47 per $1,000 in assessed value, but preliminary findings call for more analysis before any decisions are made.

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3 months ago

Troutdale committee presses deputies for clearer crime dashboards and hotspot mapping Committee members and deputies reviewed Multnomah County incident dashboards and heat maps, requested more precise dot-mapping and clarification from the county crime analyst about mismatches between call logs and written reports, and discussed recurring vandalism and theft hotspots.

Troutdale committee members are demanding sharper crime dashboards and better hotspot mapping to tackle rising vandalism and theft in their community.

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3 months ago

Task force weighs fire-district options as models show steep tax scenarios A regional public-safety task force reviewed preliminary models for forming a multi-city fire district, heard estimates that ranged from a $2.85 to $3.47 tax-rate scenario and a roughly $40 million capital benchmark, and asked staff for per-capita costs and a District 1 proposal before recommending action to member cities.

A public-safety task force is grappling with tax scenarios as they explore the creation of a regional fire district, with estimates reaching up to $3.47 per capita and looming fiscal pressures on city budgets.

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3 months ago

Planning chair warns Troutdale that new state housing laws will reduce local public review Tanny Staffinson, chair of Troutdale’s Planning Commission, told the citizen advisory committee that recent state bills (including HB 2001 and later amendments) shift many land‑use approvals from public hearings to staff decisions and will require substantial local code updates.

Troutdale's Planning Commission chair warns that new state laws could drastically cut public review of land-use decisions, raising concerns over local control and transparency in development.

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3 months ago

Multnomah County HOPE team briefs Troutdale committee on outreach-first approach to camps and gaps in authority Sergeant Brian Gerkman told Troutdale's public-safety committee the HOPE team prioritizes outreach to link people experiencing homelessness to services, but legal limits and property-ownership rules mean cities (not the sheriff's office) must schedule and pay for cleanup and storage when camps are removed.

Multnomah County's HOPE team is redefining outreach by fostering trust with the homeless community while navigating complex legal constraints on camp removals.

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4 months ago

Troutdale staff seek code change to collect lodging tax from short‑term rentals; hearing continued to Jan. 13 City staff proposed amending the Troutdale Municipal Code to clarify transient lodging tax definitions, require short‑term rental registration through the city business license, and allow platforms to collect the 6.95% tax on operators' behalf; the public hearing was closed and the item was continued to Jan. 13, 2026.

Troutdale is set to tighten its grip on short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register and comply with new tax regulations—could this change the rental landscape forever?

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4 months ago

State legislators brief Troutdale council on levee funding, Fire Station 74 and housing challenges Visiting state legislators updated the Troutdale City Council on recently secured funds for local projects (including roughly $30 million for levee improvements and a stated $8,100,000 toward Fire Station 74), discussed transportation and housing policy, and answered questions on homelessness and local impacts.

State legislators brought exciting news to Troutdale, revealing $30 million for levee improvements and $8.1 million for Fire Station 74, while tackling pressing issues like housing and homelessness.

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4 months ago

Budget committee reviews contingency limits, SDC restrictions and a recent property purchase Staff told the committee nearly $19.9M sits in contingency across funds but many balances are restricted by SDC and grant rules; members questioned a midyear parks‑fund loan used to buy city property and options to free up operating revenue.

Troutdale's budget committee is grappling with nearly $19.9M in contingency funds, but legal restrictions could stifle essential reallocations for public safety and city improvements.

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4 months ago

Troutdale staff outlines impacts of 2025 Oregon housing bills, flags shorter review windows and narrower notice Planning staff told the Troutdale Planning Commission that a suite of 2025 state housing bills would shorten some local review windows, streamline certain rezoning and middle‑housing procedures, and void some private covenants; staff said it will return with draft middle‑housing land‑division standards in early 2026.

Troutdale is gearing up for significant changes in private development and housing policies with the new 2025 Oregon bills, promising faster reviews but raising concerns about community input.

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4 months ago

Troutdale budget committee warns rising fire and sheriff contracts will strain general fund Committee heard staff say a new five-year fire contract with Gresham (7.3% annual increase) and a three‑year sheriff/police IGA (10% annual increases in the IGA years) are driving projected deficits and will force choices on levies, a fire district or higher utility fees.

Rising fire and sheriff contract costs are putting immense pressure on Troutdale's budget, leaving the committee scrambling for solutions to avoid a financial crisis.

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4 months ago

Troutdale Budget Committee Confronts Steep Fire and Police Contract Increases; Discusses Fire‑district Option Committee heard staff analysis showing a five‑year fire contract with a 7.3% annual increase and a three‑year police IGA with 10% increases in early years, and debated options including a fire district, higher fees, local levies or intergovernmental solutions to protect the general‑fund balance.

Troutdale's Budget Committee is grappling with soaring public safety costs, debating whether to raise fees or explore a new fire district to protect the city's finances.

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4 months ago

Troutdale parks staff report ribbon cutting, trail closure under railroad and delays to playground features Staff updated the Parks Advisory Committee on the Sharon Nesbitt Park ribbon cutting, a temporary trail closure required by Union Pacific Railroad while trellis screens are delayed, an invasive weed management plan being developed with Mosaic Ecology to enable grant applications, and holiday programs including a Dec. 7 tree lighting.

Exciting updates from Troutdale Parks: a successful Halloween dog costume contest, a ribbon-cutting celebration at Sharon Nesbitt Park, and holiday festivities on the horizon, all while addressing safety concerns and trail closures!

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4 months ago

East Multnomah outreach program briefs Troutdale council on youth-violence prevention work State-funded East Multnomah Outreach Prevention and Intervention (EMOP) staff updated the Troutdale City Council on programs aimed at preventing youth violence across East County, listing partners, services and reporting 75 referrals to intensive case managers since March 2025.

The East Multnomah Outreach Prevention and Intervention Program is making strides in the fight against youth violence, but how can the community get involved to support at-risk youth?

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4 months ago

Residents and council raise alarms about visible homelessness after Thousand Acres cleanup Troutdale residents said visible homelessness has increased recently; councilors and staff said the Thousand Acres (Sandy River Delta) cleanup has displaced people into town and described outreach efforts with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and HOPE team to connect people with services.

Troutdale residents are sounding the alarm as visible homelessness surges following the cleanup at Thousand Acres, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.

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4 months ago

Troutdale council approves five-year extension of fire and EMS IGA with Gresham The Troutdale City Council voted unanimously Nov. 18 to extend its intergovernmental agreement with Gresham for fire and emergency medical services through June 30, 2031, a move councilors said buys time for a regional study of a possible fire district and preserves an annual 7.3% contract escalator negotiated down from an initial 10% proposal.

Troutdale City Council just voted unanimously to extend their fire and emergency services agreement with Gresham until 2031, paving the way for a major regional shift in fire funding!

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