Lindsay Bartholomew

The meeting began with a moment of silence to honor the victims of the Allen Premium Outlet Mall shooting. Key discussion points included an update from the Tigard Chamber of Commerce regarding leadership programs, community events like the downtown cleanup and the Shining Stars awards, and scholarship announcements. The Police Commander provided an activity statistics update, noting a decrease in assaults and stolen vehicles, but an increase in vandalism attributed to two individuals who were subsequently arrested for property damage equivalent to tens of thousands of dollars. The Commander also highlighted arrests related to organized retail theft and the ongoing issue of Fentanyl offenses. Public comments addressed the Downtown TIF District regulations concerning time, place, and manner restrictions for unhoused individuals, with the TDA affirming commitment to developing a team to address these issues.

The discussion centered on procedural matters for the commission, including the proper method for introducing and seconding motions, especially during virtual meetings. Concerns were raised regarding the clarity of voting procedures when only using voice confirmation, leading to suggestions for implementing visual aids such as raising virtual hands or conducting a formal roll call vote to ensure accuracy and representation. Additionally, guidance was provided on the correct protocol for commissioners to submit procedural or subject-matter questions to staff outside of the meeting session. There was also mention of staff response protocols following public testimony in the virtual format and setting the date for the next meeting.

The City Council meeting covered administrative items including roll call confirmation and the pledge of allegiance. The public comment section involved the discussion of three written submissions regarding comments on a mayoral article about racism and police unions, racism and chalk reports, and opinions on the transformation commission, defunding police, and safety levy funding. The consent agenda, adopted unanimously, included a contract award for Wall Street Tech Center Drive improvements and a contract award for janitorial services. The meeting concluded without any callers or executive session.

The meeting commenced with administrative procedures, including roll call and the pledge of allegiance, followed by non-agenda public comments. A significant portion of the meeting involved follow-up on previous public comments. Assistant City Manager provided an update on comments received since the last meeting, noting correspondence regarding charter interpretation and concerns about a nuisance property on Amstrad Street. Two constituents called in with questions about the return to in-person or hybrid meetings and the accessibility of public comment under hybrid formats. Several residents addressed the council regarding a protracted neighbor dispute concerning property use, pest control (specifically rats), and alleged intimidating behavior by a neighbor, presenting context to previous documentation and requesting fair evaluation of their property maintenance efforts. The speakers expressed willingness to engage in mediation to resolve the conflict.

The meeting commenced with a public comment period where citizens addressed several issues. Key topics included significant public concern regarding the proposed Safe Parking Program location near homes, schools, and businesses, with requests for the program to be moved to city or industrial/commercial property, and for a formal council vote and open dialogue. Another public comment focused on safety concerns stemming from the installation of a new bike lane on Bull Mountain Road, which has reportedly caused significant traffic congestion and safety risks at the intersection with Highway 99. There were also budgetary discussions related to increasing the long-standing allocation for the Broadway Rose and overall cost of living increases. City updates included scheduling a follow-up community conversation on houselessness for March 26th, promoting a library event on the Lewis and Clark expedition members, and announcing a Community Development Department gathering to discuss the Red Rock Creek Trail proposal. The consent agenda, including contracts for a Safe Streets and Roads Action Plan and a 72nd Avenue pre-design, was unanimously approved. The meeting concluded with a briefing on the Washington County Transit study.