Forest Grove, OR
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Forest GroveOR averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $516,835 -1.2% yr/yr · +5.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (90)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Budget Committee
- Malynda Wenzl — Mayor
- Bryan Dennis
- David Andersen
- Donna Gustafson
- Rachael Bateman
Who’s on the Charter Review Committee
- Elysha Johnson
- Isaac Echeverria
- Joyce Phillips
- LaAna Littlefield
- Wolanda Groombridge
- Ashley Driscoll
- Bryan Dennis
- Dale Thaler
- Tacy Steele
- Kate MacDonald
- Tammi McLaughlin
Who’s on the Committee for Community Engagement
- Elena Uhing — Councilmember
- Heather Finnigan
- Stephanie Fleischer
- Eva Conway McGuire
- Katy Cannon
- Madigan Shepard
- Biran Schimmel
- William Clark
- David Andersen
- Lowell Greathouse
- Madigan Shepherd
- Tom Cook
Who’s on the Committee for Community Involvement
- Lowell Greathouse
- Hope Kramer
- Heather Finnigan
- Madigan Shepherd
- Stephanie Fleisher
Who’s on the Community Forestry Commission
- Mark Nakajima
- Michael Howell
- Bruce Countryman
- David Hunter
- Justin Marble
- Sachi Arakawa
- Shaun English
- Kathy Walden
- Sydney Munoz
- Ayden Rydman
- Kathy English
Who’s on the General
- Malynda Wenzl — Mayor
- Rachael Bateman
- Teresa Galvan
- Tom Cook
- David Andersen
- Mallory Hiefield
- Donna Gustafson
- Doreen Stenson
- Jennifer Thomas
- Jeron Beaulieu
- John Beechwood III
- Kathleen Leatham
- Larisa Nefedov
- Linda Taylor
- Nicole Nowlin
- Aimee Lawlor
- Brenna Cooper
- Brian Harris
- Dana Eytzen
- Emily Lux
- Kristin Cast
- Orson Marcel
- Pat Truax
- Teresa
Who’s on the Public Arts Commission
- Malynda Wenzl — Mayor
- Kathleen Leatham
- Donna Gustafson
- Brenna Cooper
- Emily Lux
- Pat Truax
- Brian Harris
- Kristin Cast
- Dana Eytzen
- Linda Taylor
- Laurie Kerns
- Susan Dieter-Robinson
- Mariana Valenzuela
- Colleen Winter
- Kristen Kast
- Laurie Kearns
- Mariah Amador
- Orson Marcel
Who’s on the Sister City Committee
- Aimee Lawlor
- Claudia Yakos
- John Beechwood III
- Nicole Nowlin
Upcoming
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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30
Committee for Community Engagement
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 07:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
1924 Council St., Forest Grove
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
2131 Yew St, Forest Grove
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, Rogers Room, Forest Grove
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:30
Committee for Community Engagement
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
2131 Yew St, Forest Grove
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, Rogers Room, Forest Grove
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:30
Committee for Community Engagement
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
2131 Yew St, Forest Grove
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Mon May 3, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu May 20, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu May 20, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Mon Sep 6, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Thu Sep 16, 2027 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
Mon Oct 4, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Mon Nov 1, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Landmarks Board
Historic Landmarks Board to discuss 2027-2028 grant ideas and downtown standards
The Historic Landmarks Board will meet to discuss potential projects for the 2027-2028 historic grant cycle and review updates to Historic Downtown Standards & Guidelines. The board will also act on the adoption of meeting minutes from April 28, 2026.
- Review and adoption of April 28, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2027-2028 Historic Grant Cycle ideas including renovation grants and virtual/audio tours
- Update on Historic Downtown Standards & Guidelines
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1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Forest Grove Agenda
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January 27, 2026
MEETING
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
6:30 PM
Community Auditorium Conference Room
1915 Main Street
HISTORIC LANDMARKS BOARD
Tim Orr, Chair
George Cushing, Secretary
Jennifer Brent, Vice Chair
Brad Richards
Tim Orr
Natasha Triplitt
Kevin Ezell
Bryan Pohl, Community Development
Director
Matt Johnson, Staff Liaison
Angel Falconer, Council Liaison
Zoom Webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87324100683?pwd=8aDY7sgp6P6CB1APQK1pN9ZkUCehZB.1
Meeting ID: 873 2410 0683
Passcode: 450629
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment: Anyone wishing to speak on an item not on the agenda may be heard
at this time. In the interest of time, please limit comments to three minutes or less.
1.
Written Public Comment
C.
Action Items/Discussion:
1.
Action: Review and Adopt April 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
2.
Discussion: Ideas for 2027-2028 Historic Grant Cycle - Self Guided/Virtual/Audio
Tours; Renovation Grant Programs
3. Discussion: Update on Historic Downtown Standards & Guidelines
D.
New Business
1.
Council Communications
2.
Friends of Historic FG Communications
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January 27, 2026
3.
CCE Board Communications (Heather Finnigan)
4.
5.
Staff Communications (Matt Johnson)
Board Member Communications (All)
E.
Adjournment
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: The City of Forest Grove will make reasonable
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to receive updates on data center moratorium and annual reports
The City Council will hear presentations regarding the data center moratorium next steps and annual reports for Public Works and the Watershed. Other presentations include updates from Washington County Cooperative Library Services and Federal Affairs.
- Data Center Moratorium Next Steps presentation
- Public Works Annual Report
- Watershed Annual Report
- Tourism Sponsorship Awards - October 2026
- Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) Update
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Forest Grove City Council Agenda
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October 26, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, October 26, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 7:00 PM
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
2.
Land Acknowledgement
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Civics Academy Graduation
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Council on any item
not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional
time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30
minutes unless extended by the Council. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand” option
to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items considered routine, that are adopted with a single motion without
discussion. Councilors may remove items prior to the motion to adopt. Any removed items
are discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining items.
1.
Tourism Sponsorship Awards - October 2026
D.
Additions/Deletions
1.
City Manager
2.
Proposed by Councilors
E.
Presentations: The Council will hold questions until the end of each presentation.
1.
Washington County Cooperative Library Servic …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
General
Sister City Committee to finalize delegation visit details
The Forest Grove Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss logistics for an upcoming delegation visit. The committee will review host families, the activities calendar, and welcome dinner catering.
- Finalization of delegation visit details
- Review of host families
- Discussion of welcome dinner catering and meal additions
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Community Auditorium Conference Room, Forest Grove
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Lal SISTER CITY COMMITTEE
FOREST a MEETING
GROVE ; Monday, October 19, 2026
OREGON Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street,
Conference Room
Nicole Nowlin - Chair Jeron Beaulieu
Larisa Nefedov - Vice Chair Claudia Yakos - Chamber Liaison
Doreen Stenson - Treasurer Karen Martinez - Council Liaison
John Beechwood Ill Joyce Phillips - Staff Liaison
Richard Blackmun
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://usO6web.zoom.us/j/85198163299?pwd=ljK7tsekbzuobQTkA3cqq0zX3PEaGq.1
Meeting ID: 851 9816 3299
Passcode: 222868
A. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
B. Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Sister City Committee
on an item not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing.
Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding
Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Councilors present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand”
option to be called on.
C. Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1. Approve Meeting Minutes
D. Additions/Deletions
E. Discussion Items
1. Updates
e Finalize delegation visit details
e Host families
e Activities/Calendar mailed …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, Rogers Room, Forest Grove
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Public Arts Commission to discuss Main Street Project and Garbage Can Glow-Up
The Public Arts Commission will meet to discuss and decide on the Main Street Project and the Garbage Can Glow-Up. The body will also receive updates on the 20th Anniversary Celebration and the 97116 Art Show.
- Main Street Project
- Garbage Can Glow-Up
- 97116 Art Show
- Tribute to Pat Truax
- Finance Report
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Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove
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October 15, 2026
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
MEETING
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Forest Grove Library | Rogers Room
Mariah Amador
Brenna Cooper
Susan Dieter-Robinson
Dana Eytzen, Chair/Treasurer
Brian Harris, Secretary
Kathleen Leatham
Emily Lux, Vice Chair
Orson Marcel, Student Advisor
Linda Taylor
Pat Truax
Colleen Winters, Staff Liaison
Donna Gustafson, Council Liaison
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87254850414?pwd=xW6YqbrIA0FSWOtGV7CEPRm5hD6mi9.1
Meeting ID: 872 5485 0414 Passcode: 612146
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Public Arts
Commission. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the
Chair. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Commissioners present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise
Hand” option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Commissioners who wish to
remove an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s)
removed will be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1.
Approve Public Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of September 17, 2026
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion/Decision Items
1.
Main Street Project
2.
Garbag …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 07:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
Commission to receive PROST! Master Plan Project Report
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss various reports and administrative items. The primary agenda item is a project report on the Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces & Trails (PROST!) Master Plan.
- Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces & Trails (PROST!) Master Plan Project Report
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1924 Council St., Forest Grove
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October 14, 2026
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION MEETING
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Forest Grove City Hall, Forest Room
1924 Council Street, 2nd Floor
7:00am
Joe Offer, Chairperson
Mallory Hiefield, Vice Chairperson
Tom Robinson
Mackenzie Johnston Carey
Glenn VanBlarcom
Lauren Miller
Ben Burns
Kylie Thompson
Linda Harrington, FGSD Liaison
Julian Garfias, Student Advisor
Mike Marshall, Council Liaison
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89866893885?pwd=l73XJ2oZkk5qdCDHuBcDHp65TsnlhH.1
Meeting ID: 898 6689 3885
Passcode: 694314
A.
Call to Order
1.
Welcome guest(s)
B.
Public Comment Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Commission. In the
interest of time, please limit comments to two minutes.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1.
Approve Parks & Recreation Commission meeting minutes from September 9, 2026.
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion/Decision Items
F.
Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces & Trails (PROST!) Master Plan Project Report (Cody
Jeffers)
G.
Council Liaison Report (Councilor Marshall)
H.
School District Representativ …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
General
Community Enhancement Program Committee to review grant awards
The Community Enhancement Program Committee will meet to conduct interviews and determine awards for several grant applicants. The meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2026, at the Community Auditorium.
- Grant interview and award review for Adelante Mujeres
- Grant interview and award review for Gg’s House
- Grant interview and award review for Growing Gardens
- Grant interview and award review for Family Peace Center
- Grant interview and award review for FGSD Family Resource Center and Forest Grove Backpack Program
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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October 12, 2026
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, October 12, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Miles Palacios, Co-Chair Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Angel Falconer
Donna Gustafson
Michael Marshall
Karen Martinez
Leslie Nunez
Marissa Salgado
Brian Schimmel
Mariana Valenzuela
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
A.
5:30 PM Call to Order
B.
Consent Agenda
C.
Discussion Item
1.
CEP Grant Interviews and Awards
• Adelante Mujeres – Forest Grove Farmers Market Activities
• Gg’s House – Do the Next Right Thing
• Growing Gardens – Forest Grove Home Gardens Project
• Family Peace Center – Expanding the Circle of Care
• FGSD Family Resource Center – Supporting Students and Families in Need
• Forest Grove Backpack Program – Forest Grove Backpack Weekend Food Program
D.
6:50 PM Adjournment
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: The City is committed to providing equal
access to public meetings. Requests for accommodation can be submitted to the City Recorder
at least 48 hours before the meeting at: mwoods@forestgrove-or.gov or 503-992-3235
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to review TV Highway Access Management Strategy
The City Council will receive presentations on the Family Peace Center, federal affairs, and a highway access strategy. A work session following the main meeting will focus on federal activities.
- Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
- October 2026 Tourism Sponsorship Awards
- TV Highway Access Management Strategy presentation
- Family Peace Center Report
- Federal Affairs Update
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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October 12, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, October 12, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
5:30 PM - COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM MEETING
See separate agenda.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A.
7:00 PM Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
2.
Land Acknowledgement
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Council on any item
not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional
time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30
minutes unless extended by the Council. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand”
option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items considered routine, that are adopted with a single motion without
discussion. Councilors may remove items prior to the motion to adopt. Any removed items
are discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining items.
1.
Monthly Building Activity Report - September
2.
October 2026 Tourism Sponsorship Awards
D.
Additions/Deletions
1.
City Manager
2.
Proposed by Councilors
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 16:00
General
City Council to hold public hearing on data center development moratorium
The Forest Grove City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The session focuses on a proposed resolution to temporarily stop data center developments.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2026-47 regarding a temporary moratorium on data center developments
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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October 12, 2026
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, October 12, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
A.
4:00 PM Call to Order
B.
Public Hearings, Ordinances, and Resolutions
1.
Public Hearing
RESOLUTION 2026-47 ADOPTING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON DATA
CENTER DEVELOPMENTS PURSUANT TO ORS 197.505 to ORS 197.540
Staff: Josh Soper, City Attorney; Jesse VanderZanden, City Manager
C.
5:00 PM Adjournment
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: The City is committed to providing equal
access to public meetings. Requests for accommodation can be submitted to the City Recorder
at least 48 hours before the meeting at: mwoods@forestgrove-or.gov or 503-992-3235
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
2131 Yew St, Forest Grove
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30
Community Forestry Commission
Forest Grove forestry commission to discuss Old Town infrastructure renewal and tree removal legislation
The Community Forestry Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Community Auditorium Conference Room at 1915 Main Street. The commission will vote on approving June 2026 meeting minutes and a Tour of Trees brochure for publication. Discussion items include the Old Town Forest Grove Infrastructure Renewal Proposal, state legislation affecting tree removal for residential development, tree canopy, the Urban Forest Management Plan, and coordination with the Parks and Recreation Commission.
- Action: approve June 2026 meeting minutes
- Action: approve Tour of Trees brochure for publication
- Discussion: Old Town Forest Grove Infrastructure Renewal Proposal with Jeff Cooper & Nick Maslin
- Discussion: state legislation affecting tree removal for residential development projects
- Discussion: Tree Canopy, Urban Forest Management Plan, and Parks and Recreation Commission coordination
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October 7, 2026
MEETING
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
5:30 PM
Community Auditorium Conference Room
1915 Main Street
COMMUNITY FORESTRY COMMISSION
Michael Howell, Chair
Mark Nakajima, Vice-Chair
Sachi Arakawa
Bruce Countryman
David Hunter
Justin Marble
Sydney Muñoz
Michael Marshall, Council Liaison
Zoom Meeting ID: 841 0414 0545 / Passcode: 338598
A.
Call to Order and Roll Call
B.
Public Comment (Non-Agenda Items)
C.
Action Items
1.
2.
Approve June 2026 Meeting Minutes
Approve Tour of Trees Brochure for Publication
D.
Discussion Items
1.
Old Town Forest Grove Infrastructure Renewal Proposal – Jeff Cooper & Nick Maslin
2.
State Legislation Affecting Tree Removal for Residential Development Projects
3.
Tree Canopy
4.
5.
Urban Forest Management Plan
Parks and Recreation Commission Coordination
E.
Council Liaison Report
F.
Commissioner Reports
G.
Staff Liaison Report
H.
Announce Next Meeting and Adjourn
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: The City of Forest Grove will make
reasonable accommodations for participation in the meeting. Requests for assistance can be
made by contacting the Planning Division at 503-992-3227 or scurtis@forestgrove-or.gov at
least 48-hours in advance of the meeting.
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
Committee for Community Engagement
Forest Grove committee to plan community event logistics and discuss FGPD Coat Drive
The Forest Grove Committee for Community Engagement meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at the Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street. Members will discuss and decide on an event poster and where to distribute it, finalize interactive board questions and who will create the boards, walk through the event space to map table placement, and cover remaining issues such as member roles and food. The agenda also lists an item titled "FGPD Coat Drive" and includes reports from the Council Liaison and Staff Liaison.
- Discussion and decision on event poster content and distribution locations
- Finalizing interactive board questions and assigning who creates the boards
- Walkthrough of event space to create a map of table placement and board question setup
- Loose ends: CCE member roles, food, and remaining questions before the event
- Agenda item listed as "FGPD Coat Drive"
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Page 1 of 2
October 6, 2026
COMMITTEE FOR COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT MEETING
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Heather Finnigan, Chair
Madigan Shepherd, Vice Chair
Katy Cannon, Secretary
Sean Oelke
Eva Conway McGuire
Stephanie Fleischer, Staff Liaison
William Clark
Sarah Petersen
Brian Schimmel, Council Liaison
Zoom Webinar
Meeting ID:
Meeting ID830 5733 0645
Passcode: 745636
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to CCE on an item not on
the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are limited
to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public comment
period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of committee members present vote
to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand” option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Committee members who wish
to remove an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s)
removed will be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion Items
1.
Poster: Discuss event poster and decide what/where members will distribute.
2.
Interactive Boards: Finalize what ques …
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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:00
Sister City Committee
Sister City Committee plans Nyuzen delegation visit logistics
The Forest Grove Sister City Committee meets online to discuss preparations for the upcoming Nyuzen delegation visit, including host families, activities, transportation, and a welcome dinner. The agenda is largely procedural and update-focused, with no formal decisions or public hearings scheduled. The next meeting is set for October 19th, the final one before the delegation arrives.
- Updates on host families and Nyuzen delegation arrangements
- Discussion of activities, calendar, and transportation logistics
- Welcome dinner planning, including catering and lunch reservations
- Corn Roast event traction update
- Reports from Treasurer, Chamber, Council Liaison, and Staff Liaison
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Pr SISTER CITY COMMITTEE
FOREST 3 MEETING
GROVE OREG Tuesday, September 29, 2026
REGON ONLINE ONLY MEETING
Nicole Nowlin - Chair Jeron Beaulieu
Larisa Nefedov - Vice Chair Claudia Yakos - Chamber Liaison
Doreen Stenson - Treasurer Karen Martinez - Council Liaison
John Beechwood Ill Joyce Phillips - Staff Liaison
Richard Blackmun
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://usO6web.zoom.us/j/852620103 16?pwd=7CMDi9C5R6FskoTKnawdxbnybLBiN9.1
Meeting ID: 852 6201 0316
Passcode: 045056
A. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
B. Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Sister City Committee
on an item not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing.
Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding
Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Councilors present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand”
option to be called on.
C. Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1. Approve Meeting Minutes
D. Additions/Deletions
E. Discussion Items
1. UPDATES:
e Host families
e Nyuzen Delegation
o Activities and calendar
o Transportation - bus reserved, other logistics …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to discuss light and power rates and cable franchise ordinance
The City Council will review a presentation on a Light and Power Rate Study and hold a second reading for a cable franchise ordinance. The meeting also includes proclamations and a work session regarding e-bikes.
- Light and Power Rate Study presentation
- Ordinance 2026-04: Non-exclusive cable franchise to Comcast of Oregon II, Inc.
- Resolution 2026-46: Modifying the Tourism Events Sponsorship Program
- E-bikes work session
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Forest Grove City Council Agenda
Page 1 of 3
September 28, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, September 28, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
5:30 - EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. No formal decisions or actions will
be taken. Representatives of the news media may attend, but may not disclose any information
discussed. News media representatives can request a link to attend via Zoom by emailing the
City Recorder's Office at: mwoods@forestgrove-or.gov
The Council will convene to hold an executive session: ORS 192.660(2)(i) to consider
information or records that are exempt by law from public inspection.
7:00 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
2.
Land Acknowledgement
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Public Power Week Proclamation
5.
Banned Book Week Proclamation
6.
Arts and Humanities Month Proclamation
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to City Council on an item
not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are
limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public
comment period shall not exceed …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Public Arts Commission plans 20th anniversary celebration and Main Street project
The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission will discuss and decide on plans for its 20th anniversary celebration, including a media blitz, reception, arts showcase, and budget, as well as the Main Street Project. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda approval of prior minutes, public comment, and informational updates on a tribute to Pat Truax, finance, and a Meet the Artists dinner.
- 20th Anniversary Celebration planning: media blitz, reception, arts showcase, budget
- Main Street Project discussion
- Approve August 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Tribute to Pat Truax
- Finance report
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Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
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Forest Grove Public Arts Commission Agenda Page 1 of 2
September 17, 2026
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
MEETING
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Forest Grove Library | Rogers Room
Mariah Amador
Brenna Cooper
Susan Dieter-Robinson
Dana Eytzen, Chair/Treasurer
Brian Harris
Kathleen Leatham, Secretary
Emily Lux, Vice Chair
Orson Marcel, Student Advisor
Linda Taylor
Pat Truax
Colleen Winters, Staff Liaison
Donna Gustafson, Council Liaison
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87254850414?pwd=xW6YqbrIA0FSWOtGV7CEPRm5hD6mi9.1
Meeting ID: 872 5485 0414 Passcode: 612146
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Public Arts
Commission. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the
Chair. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Commissioners present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise
Hand” option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Commissioners who wish to
remove an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s)
removed will be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1.
Approve Public Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of August 20, 2026.
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion/Decision Items
1.
20th Anniversary Celebration
• …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider Comcast cable franchise, housing analysis grants
The Forest Grove City Council will hold a work session on the Transient Lodging Tax, followed by a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda, presentations, and public hearings. Key actions include a first reading of a cable franchise ordinance for Comcast and resolutions authorizing grant agreements for housing analysis, pollinator pathways, re-indigenizing the loop trail, and wetland restoration. The meeting includes proclamations and recognitions, but no formal action is taken during the work session.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-04 granting non-exclusive cable franchise to Comcast of Oregon II, Inc.
- Resolution 2026-42 authorizing IGA with Oregon DLCD for grant funding for housing needs and capacity analysis
- Resolution 2026-43 authorizing IGA with Metro for pollinator pathway on Forest Grove Loop Trail
- Resolution 2026-44 authorizing IGA with Metro for re-indigenizing Forest Grove Loop Trail
- Resolution 2026-45 authorizing IGA with Metro for wetland restoration at Kyle Park
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Page 1 of 3
September 14, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, September 14, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - 6:30 PM
No public comment will be taken. The Council will take no formal action.
Transient Lodging Tax (TLT)
Staff: Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager; Jesse VanderZanden, City Manager
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 7:00 PM
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
2.
Land Acknowledgement
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
5.
Rod Fuiten Recognition
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Council on any item
not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional
time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30
minutes unless extended by the Council. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand”
option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items considered routine, that are adopted with a single motion without
discussion. Councilors may remove items prior to the motion to adopt. Any removed items
are discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining items.
1. …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
2131 Yew St, Forest Grove
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 12:00
Economic Development Commission
Forest Grove Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for September 10
The agenda contains only procedural items and routine communications. No specific discussion or decision items are listed for this meeting.
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2131 Yew Street, FOREST GROVE
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Page 1 of 2
September 10, 2026
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, September 10, 2026
McMenamin's Grand Lodge
Tim Budelman, Chair
Tim Watts, Vice-Chair
Jesse Bristow
Keith Spierling
Mark Nakajima
Gwyn Hilden
Mathea Zietz
Miles Glowacki - Staff Liaison
Claudia Yakos - Chamber of Commerce
Luke Miller
Kourosh Pournaderi
Lourdes Jeremcoa Carrosco
Brian Schimmel - Council Liasion
Zoom Webinar:
Link:
Meeting ID:
Passcode:
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment: Anyone wishing to speak on an item not on the agenda or on the
agenda may be heard at this time. In the interest of time, please limit comments to two
minutes.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Commissioners who wish to
remove an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s)
removed will be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion/Decision Items
F.
B/C Communications
G.
Staff Communications
1.
A. City Updates and Items of Note
H.
Council Liaison Report
I.
Announcement of Next Meeting and Adjournment
1.
Our next meeting will be on October 8, 2026
Forest Grove Economic Development Commission Agenda
Page 2 of 2
September 10, 2026
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 07:00
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks Commission hears Veterans Park presentation and PROST plan update
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve routine minutes, hear a presentation from the Forest Grove Veteran Action Network about the Veterans Military & Tribute Park, and receive an update on the PROST Master Plan project. The meeting includes standard procedural items and reports from liaisons and staff.
- Approve August 12, 2026 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting minutes
- Forest Grove Veteran Action Network & PLACE presentation on Veterans Military & Tribute Park
- PROST! Master Plan Project Report update
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1924 Council St., Forest Grove
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Page 1 of 2
September 9, 2026
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION MEETING
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Forest Grove City Hall, Forest Room
1924 Council Street, 2nd Floor
7:00am
Joe Offer, Chairperson
Mallory Hiefield, Vice Chairperson
Tom Robinson
Mackenzie Johnston Carey
Glenn VanBlarcom
Lauren Miller
Ben Burns
Kylie Thompson
Linda Harrington, FGSD Liaison
Julian Garfias, Student Advisor
Mike Marshall, Council Liaison
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89866893885?pwd=l73XJ2oZkk5qdCDHuBcDHp65TsnlhH.1
Meeting ID: 898 6689 3885
Passcode: 694314
A.
Call to Order
1.
Welcome guest(s)
B.
Public Comment Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Commission. In the
interest of time, please limit comments to two minutes.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1.
Approve Parks & Recreation Commission meeting minutes from August 12, 2026.
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Guest
1.
Forest Grove Veteran Action Network & PLACE - Veterans Military & Tribute Park
Presentation
F.
Discussion/Decision Items
G.
Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces & Trails (PROST!) Master Plan Pro …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00
General
Sister City Committee to discuss Nyuzen delegation, Farmers Market, and upcoming events
The Forest Grove Sister City Committee is meeting online to discuss updates on the Nyuzen delegation visit, including transportation, a welcome dinner, and dining reservations. The committee will also review the Farmers Market success with host families, upcoming events like the Corn Roast, and receive reports from the Treasurer, Chamber, Council Liaison, and Staff Liaison. The agenda is primarily discussion and updates, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Nyuzen delegation: bus reserved, carpooling, welcome dinner, dining reservations
- Farmers Market success and host families update
- Upcoming events: Corn Roast and other activities
- Treasurer, Chamber, Council Liaison, and Staff Liaison reports
- Next meeting confirmed for September 29 at 4 PM (online only)
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✓ Decided: Forest Grove City Council approves $15,000 for park signage
The City Council approved a contract for the design and installation of signage at the city's parks. The council also discussed a request for a temporary use permit for a community event.
- Approved $15,000 contract for park signage design and installation
ONLINE ONLY
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Pr SISTER CITY COMMITTEE
FOREST 3 MEETING
GROVE OREG Tuesday, September 8, 2026
REGON ONLINE ONLY, 4:00 PM
Nicole Nowlin - Chair Jeron Beaulieu
Larisa Nefedov - Vice Chair Claudia Yakos - Chamber Liaison
Doreen Stenson - Treasurer Karen Martinez - Council Liaison
John Beechwood Ill Joyce Phillips - Staff Liaison
Richard Blackmun
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://usO6web.zoom.us/j/89380298829?pwd=LJVJt35EWwgByMxEQpp4Pxk3LlagaG.1
Meeting ID: 893 8029 8829
Passcode: 745760
A. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
B. Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to City Council on an item
not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are
limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public
comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of Councilors present vote
to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand” option to be called on.
C. Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1. Approve Meeting Minutes
D. Additions/Deletions
E. Discussion Items
1. UPDATES
e Farmers Market success - host families
e Nyuzen delegation
o Activities and calendar
o Transportation - bus reserved, other …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30
Committee for Community Engagement
Committee plans details for the upcoming Community Open House
The Committee for Community Engagement will spend the meeting planning the Annual Open House. Members will finalize event plans, including catering, event layout, and invited groups. The goal is to have most items finalized by the end of the meeting.
- Planning of the Annual Community Open House
- Selection of event catering and layout
- Selection of invited groups and event slogan
- Assignment of member roles for the event
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Page 1 of 2
September 1, 2026
COMMITTEE FOR COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT MEETING
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Heather Finnigan, Chair
Madigan Shepherd, Vice Chair
Katy Cannon, Secretary
Sean Oelke
Eva Conway McGuire
Stephanie Fleischer, Staff Liaison
William Clark
Sarah Petersen
Brian Schimmel, Council Liaison
Zoom Webinar
Meeting ID: 817 8526 3380
Passcode: 169360
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to City Council on an item
not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are
limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public
comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of Councilors present vote
to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand” option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion Items
1.
Community Open House: Group will spend entire meeting planning the Open
House. Discuss the Annual Open House and finalize event plan …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 20:30
Urban Renewal Agency
Urban Renewal Board to amend building improvement grant program
The Forest Grove Urban Renewal Agency Board will hold a work session and regular meeting, with the main action being a resolution to amend the Building Improvement Grant (BIG) Program and repeal the previous resolution. No formal action is expected during the work session, and public comment is limited to non-hearing items.
- URA Resolution 2026-02 amending the Building Improvement Grant (BIG) Program and repealing Resolution 2026-01
- Work session with no formal action or public comment
- Public comment period limited to 2 minutes per speaker, max 30 minutes
- Consent agenda for routine items
- Meeting at Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Forest Grove City Council Agenda
Page 1 of 1
August 24, 2026
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
BOARD MEETING
Monday, August 24, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Chair
Angel Falconer, Director
Donna Gustafson, Director
Michael Marshall, Director
Karen Martinez, Director
Brian Schimmel, Director
Mariana Valenzuela, Director
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
8:30 PM - URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY WORK SESSION
No public comment will be taken. The Board will take no formal action.
Urban Renewal
Staff: Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager, Jesse VanderZanden, City Manager
URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Board on any item
not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional
time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30
minutes unless extended by the Board.
C.
Consent Agenda: Items considered routine, that are adopted with a single motion without
discussion. Directors may remove items prior to the motion to adopt. Any removed items
are discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining items.
D.
Resolutions
1.
URA RESOLUTION 2026-02 AMENDING THE BUILDING IMPROVEMENT GRANT
(BIG) PROGRAM AND REPEALING RESOLUTION 2026-01
Staff: Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager
E.
9:30 Adjournment
Americans …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to set new water, sewer, and stormwater rates effective July 1
The Forest Grove City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances and resolutions to amend the comprehensive plan map and set new water, sewer, and surface water management rates effective July 1, 2026. The meeting also includes work sessions on transient lodging tax, downtown placemaking, and police facility bond ballot language, plus presentations from the Parks & Recreation Commission. Consent agenda includes the monthly building activity report for May.
- Ordinance 2026-03: Remove General Industrial designation from territory in the Urban Planning Area (File No. 311-26-000006-PLNG)
- Resolution 2026-28: Fix water rates effective July 1, 2026, repealing Resolution 2023-17
- Resolution 2026-29: Establish sewer utility rates effective July 1, 2026, repealing Resolution 2025-34
- Resolution 2026-30: Establish surface water management rate effective July 1, 2026, repealing Resolution 2025-33
- Resolution 2026-31: Accept Clean Water Services sanitary sewer and SWM rates and system development charges
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Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street, Forest Grove
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Forest Grove City Council Agenda
Page 1 of 3
June 22, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, June 22, 2026
Community Auditorium, 1915 Main Street
Malynda Wenzl, Mayor
Mariana Valenzuela, Council President
Angel Falconer, Councilor
Donna Gustafson, Councilor
Michael Marshall, Councilor
Karen Martinez, Councilor
Brian Schimmel, Councilor
TVCTV Livestream
Zoom Webinar Meeting ID: 850 7572 2488 Passcode: 97116
5:30 - CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSIONS
No public comment will be taken. The Council will take no formal action.
Transient Lodging Tax (TLT)
Staff: Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager
Downtown Placemaking
Staff: Jesse VanderZanden, City Manager; Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager
Police Facility Bond Ballot Language
Staff: Jesse VanderZanden, City Manager; Kim Ezell, Assistant City Manager
7:00 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
2.
Land Acknowledgement
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation
5.
Parks & Recreation Annual Awards
B.
Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to City Council on an item
not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing. Comments are
limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding Officer. The public
comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of Councilors present vote
to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand” option to be called on.
Forest Grove City …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:00
Public Arts Commission
Public Arts Commission to plan 20th anniversary celebration
The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on the 20th Anniversary Celebration, including invitations, media outreach, reception, display case, and budget. The agenda also includes routine consent items (approving minutes) and information updates on the Main Street Project, a tribute to Pat Truax, finance, and Meet the Artists. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker.
- 20th Anniversary Celebration planning (invitation, media blitz, reception, display case, budget)
- Approve meeting minutes from June 25 and July 16, 2026
- Main Street Project update
- Tribute to Pat Truax update
- Finance report
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✓ Decided: Public Arts Commission plans 20th Anniversary Celebration
The Commission coordinated logistics for its 20th anniversary, including media outreach, display case contents, and event activities. Members reached a consensus on the design of social media promotional posts.
- Approved June and July 2026 minutes (Unanimous)
- Reached consensus on social media post designs
- Agreed to add more activities to the public event, including tempura paint and a bilingual poetry board
Forest Grove Library, 2114 Pacific Avenue
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Forest Grove Public Arts Commission Agenda Page 1 of 2
August 20, 2026
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
MEETING
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Forest Grove Library | Rogers Room
Mariah Amador
Brenna Cooper
Susan Dieter-Robinson
Dana Eytzen, Chair/Treasurer
Brian Harris
Kathleen Leatham, Secretary
Emily Lux, Vice Chair
Orson Marcel, Student Advisor
Linda Taylor
Colleen Winters, Staff Liaison
Donna Gustafson, Council Liaison
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87254850414?pwd=xW6YqbrIA0FSWOtGV7CEPRm5hD6mi9.1
Meeting ID: 872 5485 0414 Passcode: 612146
A.
Call to Order
1.
Roll Call
B.
Public Comment Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Public Arts
Commission. Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the
Chair. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Commissioners present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise
Hand” option to be called on.
C.
Consent Agenda Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Commissioners who wish to
remove an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s)
removed will be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1.
Approve Public Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of June 25, 2026
2.
Approve Public Arts Commission Meeting Minutes of July 16, 2026
D.
Additions/Deletions
E.
Discussion/De …
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CITY OF FOREST GROVE P. O. BOX 326 FOREST GROVE, OR 97116 503-992-3200 www.forestgrove-or.gov
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
August 20, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
Rogers Room, Forest Grove Library
Minutes approved as presented 09.17.2026
1. CALLED TO ORDER:
Dana Eytzen, Co-Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:03 pm
ROLL CALL: Emily Lux, Dana Eytzen, Brian Harris, Linda Taylor, Susan Dieter-
Robinson, Brenna Cooper, Mariah Amador, Orson Marcel
ABSENT:
EXCUSED: Kathleen Leatham
STAFF PRESENT: Colleen Winters
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mariana Valenzuela
2. PUBLIC COMMENT:
3. CONSENT AGENDA:
No corrections to June or July 2026 minutes
Brian moves to approve minutes, Emily seconded. Unanimous motion carried
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS:
5. Discussion/Decision Items:
1. 20th Anniversary Celebration
a. Dana gave the last call for additions/deletions to invite list – no changes
noted.
b. Emily updated PAC on the media blitz portion of the celebration. Brian
and Emily completed the press release, Emily is working on the article for
Forest Grove Advantage and will be done by the weekend, and they
created social media templates for the city to post. Emily posed question
to PAC: is everyone happy with the look of the social media posts and
what are the thoughts on having more than 4-5. Dana suggested multiple
PAC Meeting Minutes
August 20, 2026
Rogers Room, Forest Grove Library
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00
Sister City Committee
Sister City Committee to discuss Nyuzen delegation, MOU updates
The Forest Grove Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss routine updates, including the city MOU, Farmers Market host families, the Nyuzen delegation, a recent events report, and next steps for non-profit filing. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker.
- Discussion of city MOU
- Farmers Market host families update
- Nyuzen delegation update
- Next steps for non-profit filing
- Treasurer, Chamber, Council Liaison, and Staff Liaison reports
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✓ Decided: Sister City Committee discusses potential partnership with Japan
The committee discussed establishing a sister city relationship with a city in Japan. Members reviewed the requirements for such a partnership and the potential benefits of cultural and economic exchange.
Forest Grove Police Station , Forest Grove
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Pr SISTER CITY COMMITTEE
FOREST 3 MEETING
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
GROVE OREGON at 5 PM,
Forest Grove Police Department,
2102 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Nicole Nowlin - Chair Jeron Beaulieu
Larisa Nefedov - Vice Chair Claudia Yakos - Chamber Liaison
Doreen Stenson - Treasurer Karen Martinez - Council Liaison
John Beechwook III Joyce Phillips - Staff Liaison
Richard Blackmun
Zoom Webinar:
Link: https://usO6web.zoom.us/j/85198163299?pwd=ljK7tsekbzuobQTkA3cqq0zX3PEaGq.1
Meeting ID: 851 9816 3299
Passcode: 222868
A. Call to Order
1. Roll Call
B. Public Comment: Time provided for anyone wishing to speak to the Sister City Committee
on an item not on the agenda or on the agenda but not scheduled for a public hearing.
Comments are limited to 2 minutes unless additional time is granted by the Presiding
Officer. The public comment period shall not exceed 30 minutes unless a majority of
Councilors present vote to extend the time. Zoom attendees may use the “Raise Hand”
option to be called on.
C. Consent Agenda: Items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will all be
adopted with a single motion, without separate discussion. Councilors who wish to remove
an item from the Consent Agenda may do so prior to the motion. Any item(s) removed will
be discussed and acted upon following the approval of the remaining item(s).
1. Approve Meeting Minutes
D. Additions/Deletions
1. N/A
E. Discussion Items
1. UPDATES
e City MOU
e Farmers Market - host families
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $980,053 | MARQUIS COMPANIES II, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: 10/24 - 09/25 |
| $303,180 | STUNTZNER ENGINEERING AND FORESTRY LLC Department of the Interior · THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR A NEW FIRM-FIXED PRICE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E |
| $57,880 | PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Department of Defense · TUITION AND FEES OR, PACIFIC UNIVERSITY |
| $57,420 | PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Department of Defense · OR, PACIFIC UNIVERSITY FALL 1301265084 |
| $51,858 | STUNTZNER ENGINEERING AND FORESTRY LLC Department of Agriculture · PROJECT AIMS TO MARK CERTAIN NFSL PROPERTY BOUNDARY LINES TO CURRENT F |
| $48,340 | STUNTZNER ENGINEERING AND FORESTRY LLC Department of the Interior · OR-DIV OF LANDS-BOUNDRY SURV & POSTING |
| $27,998 | PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Department of Defense · OR, PACIFIC UNIVERSITY OF OREGON SUM 1301241564 |
| $27,682 | PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Department of Defense · TUITION AND FEES |
| $27,682 | PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Department of Defense · TUITION AND FEES |
| $27,603 | STUNTZNER ENGINEERING AND FORESTRY LLC Department of the Interior · OR-DIV OF LANDS-OR TLT RYBURN (101) POST |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Washington County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Adults with low literacy14.9% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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1,698
Recorded votes
135
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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