News
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Wed, 09/20/2023
September 21, 2023 —Explore Wilsonville, the official tourism/destination-marketing program for the City of Wilsonville, has launched a newly-redesigned website at ExploreWilsonville.com.
The refreshed site features a user-friendly layout, compelling pictures of the region, and new curated travel itineraries to incentivize visitors to play and stay in Wilsonville.
“ExploreWilsonville.com’s vibrant new website is inviting and easy to use,” said Wilsonville Mayor Julie Fitzgerald. “The reimagined site beautifully showcases Wilsonville and provides a great recreational planning reference for visitors and residents alike.”
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Mon, 09/18/2023
September 18, 2023— Some of Wilsonville’s most majestic Oregon white oaks (Quercus garryana) are among several local trees believed to be in rapid decline because of an infestation of a pest known as Mediterranean Oak Borer (MOB).
This invasive brown “ambrosia” beetle, no larger than a thick segment of pencil lead, is a still-emerging threat to North American oaks. (In Europe, it has also been reported from elm, maple, and walnut trees, although damaging attacks have not been reported for these other tree types.)
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Wed, 09/13/2023
September 13, 2023 — The City of Wilsonville is recruiting applicants interested in serving on the City boards and commissions that provide guidance and oversight of City programs.
New terms begin in January 2024 for 24 open seats on eight City boards; existing members eligible for re-appointment may apply. Board members typically attend evening meetings (no more than once a month) and assist in making policy recommendations to the City Council.
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Fri, 09/01/2023
This strategy is a requirement of the City’s National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit reissued by Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in 2022.
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Thu, 08/31/2023
The September 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Wed, 08/30/2023
August 30, 2023 — The City of Wilsonville’s Building Official, Dan Carlson, is the 2023 recipient of the International Code Council’s (ICC) Raising the Profile Award, which recognizes an individual or organization for contributions that raise the public awareness on the importance of building safety codes or accomplishments that improve public safety in the built environment.
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Tue, 08/29/2023
The September 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Tue, 08/22/2023
August 22, 2023 — On August 21, 2023, the Wilsonville City Council approved a $600,000 contract to fund the purchase of a battery-operated 32-passenger trolley for the South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) fleet.
For decades, SMART’s trolley has been a popular, well-used amenity at special events and summer activities. A new electric trolley aligns with SMART’s alternative energy goals and replaces the current 22-year trolley, which is in poor condition. An Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Diesel Mitigation Grant is covering about 70 percent of the purchase cost.
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Thu, 08/17/2023
August 17, 2023 – Yesterday, the City of Wilsonville officially broke ground on a comprehensive project to upgrade Boeckman Road to current urban standards between Canyon Creek Road and Stafford Road.
The Boeckman Road Corridor Improvement Project, which is currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024, adds landscaping, pedestrian amenities, and bicycle infrastructure to the thoroughfare. Notably, It removes the hazardous “Boeckman Dip,” replacing culverts with a new bridge over Boeckman Creek.
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Wed, 08/16/2023
Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for today (Wednesday, August 16, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours from 10am-9pm.
Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available.
For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Tue, 08/15/2023
Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for today (Tuesday, August 15, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours from 10am-9pm.
Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available.
For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Mon, 08/14/2023
Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for today (Monday, August 14, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours from 10am-9pm.
Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available.
For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Fri, 08/11/2023
Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for this Sunday (August 13, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours on the following schedule:
- Sunday (August 13) - 1-8pm
Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available.
For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Tue, 08/08/2023
August 8, 2023 — On August 7, 2023, no regular meeting of the Wilsonville City Council was convened because there were no items on the agenda for the Council’s consideration. The work session took place as scheduled.
During the work session, City staff updated the Council on the ongoing work of the Willamette Falls Locks Authority (WFLA) and the Army Corps of Engineers to repair and re-open the locks to river traffic under the WFLA’s stewardship. The Council affirmed its commitment to supporting the WFLA’s efforts, which could boost regional tourism and increase recreational opportunities for Willamette River boaters.
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Mon, 07/31/2023
The August 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Wed, 07/26/2023
The August 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Mon, 07/24/2023
July 24, 2023 – A flurry of recently announced grant awards is providing an influx of more than $2.3 million in new funding to support several City of Wilsonville programs for the community’s benefit, City Manager Bryan Cosgrove announced today.
This summer, City staff in Parks and Recreation, SMART Transit, and Community Development have successfully procured highly competitive grant funding. Each award supports the continuation or establishment of a new City program or community amenity.
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Tue, 07/18/2023
July 18, 2023 — At the July 17, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted on second reading a new Transit Master Plan, which details a work plan to guide South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) operations. The plan guides future goals and strategies to help the City of Wilsonville improve transit services and maintain a sustainable public transit system.
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Fri, 06/30/2023
The July 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
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Wed, 06/28/2023
The library will be closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.
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Mon, 06/26/2023
The July 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out!
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Tue, 06/20/2023
June 20, 2023 — At the June 19, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, on first reading, the Council adopted a new Transit Master Plan, which details a work plan to guide South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) operations. The plan guides future goals and strategies to help the City of Wilsonville improve transit services and maintain a sustainable public transit system.
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Tue, 06/06/2023
June 6, 2023 — At the June 5, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted the City’s budget for the upcoming 2023-24 fiscal year, which begins on July 1, 2023.
The all-funds budget of $277.5 million, approved and forwarded for the Council’s consideration by the Budget Committee on May 18, was adopted unanimously by the Council. In conjunction, the Council adopted two resolutions that confirm Wilsonville’s eligibility and election to receive state-shared revenues totaling more than $2.6 million, with $410,000 for the General Fund and about $2.24 million of gas-tax revenues for the Road Operating Fund.
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Wed, 05/31/2023
The June 2023 edition of the all-city newsletter, The Boones Ferry Messenger, is now available. This monthly publication is mailed to all Wilsonville residents; it includes the following articles and content:
Posted On:
Wed, 05/31/2023
May 31, 2023 — Through two annual grant programs, the City of Wilsonville recently allocated about $40,000 in funding to support local programs, events and attractions that bring the community together and attract visitors to Wilsonville.
The Community Cultural Events and Programs (CCEP), (which updates the former Community Tourism Grant program), provides funding to spark participation in local cultural programming. The program supports local non-profits in the development of projects, programs, and/or events that promote arts, culture, history and heritage.