Spring is arriving in Tigard, bringing longer days, community events, and opportunities to connect. This season is a reminder of what makes our community special, from family traditions to the work we do together to plan for Tigard’s future.
An important conversation in Tigard right now is the future of our public safety and public works facilities. Our police officers, public works crews, and emergency operations team play critical roles in keeping our community safe, maintaining infrastructure, and responding during emergencies.
March marked an important milestone. The city completed a major step in the design of a proposed new public safety facility and confirmed the project’s cost estimate. This project will appear on the May 19 ballot as Measure 34-349.
This work reflects months of collaboration among architects, engineers, general contractors, and city staff to refine the design, improve efficiency, and plan a facility that will serve Tigard residents and support essential services for the next 40 to 50 years.
The facility is being designed to remain operational during a major disaster, ensuring emergency response and critical services continue when our community needs them most. It is far more than office space, with dedicated areas for operations, training, and emergency coordination.
As Tigard continues planning for long-term investments in infrastructure and services, you have an opportunity to learn more at the State of Our City gathering. The Broadway Rose Theatre will host this event on Monday, April 13, with doors opening at 5:30 PM. The program will highlight Tigard’s accomplishments over the past year and the priorities shaping our future. Childcare will be provided with prior registration to help make the event accessible for families.
The State of Our City is always one of my favorite events because it brings together residents, businesses, and community partners to reflect on where we have been and where we are going together. The city will also host additional events in April, including a Volunteer Appreciation Event on April 18 and a community Open House on April 29 where residents can learn more about the proposed police and public works facility and speak directly with project staff.
In addition to these opportunities to connect and reflect, spring also brings many of Tigard’s favorite community traditions.
Families are invited to join the annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, a tradition that brings hundreds of children and parents together each year to celebrate the season. This year, we will also host a Quiet Egg Hunt for participants who prefer a calmer, quieter experience.
Later in the month, the Tigard Police Department will host its popular Shred Day and Canned Food Drive on Saturday, April 25. This event allows residents to safely dispose of sensitive documents while also helping support local food banks through canned food donations.
These are just a few of the many activities happening across our city. I encourage residents to visit the City of Tigard’s website calendar for details about upcoming events and information on how to participate.
Whether you are attending a community event, volunteering, or simply enjoying the arrival of spring, thank you for staying engaged in the life of our city. Tigard’s strength comes from the people who care about this community and take part in shaping its future.
