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Beaverton Neighborhood Cleanup May 09, 2008
Saturday, June 7th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the site of the former Westgate Theatre (3950 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.)
Picnic in the Park (2008) May 07, 2008
Mayor Rob Drake and the Beaverton City Council are once again sponsoring the Picnic in the Park series.
Election 2008 Information Updated 04/30/2008 Apr 29, 2008
Information about the upcoming elections. Watch the Voters' Forum online. View Replay Schedule of City of Beaverton Voters' Forum 4/29/08.
Voters' Pamphlet (Primary Election; Tuesday, May 20, 2008) (PDF) Apr 29, 2008
Ballots MUST be received no later than 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008.
Beaverton's Celebration Parade - Saturday, September 13th Apr 29, 2008
Theme Winner Announced and Entry Form Now Available!
Mayor Drake's 2008 State of the City Presentation on TV Through July 20th Apr 28, 2008
The Broadcast Schedule of the April 15th State of the City presentation to the West Slope NAC is now available.
2008 Service to Beaverton Awards Updated 04/28/2008 Apr 28, 2008
Nominate an individual, an organization, a business or an entire Neighborhood Association Committee (NAC) for positive contributions to the community! Nominations must be received by the City of Beaverton Neighborhood Program by 4:00 PM, Monday, May 5, 2008.
New Emergency Management and CERT Web site Apr 25, 2008
City of Beaverton launches new Emergency Management and CERT Web site: www.beavertonoregon.gov/Emergency
March 31 City Council Meeting Cancelled Mar 31, 2008
The next Beaverton City Council meeting will take place on Monday, April 7.
Beaverton Neighborhood Summit 2008 - Living Greener Updated 03/27/2008 Mar 27, 2008
Practical solutions for a greener home and community! Saturday, April 19, 2008 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Beaverton City Hall.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Board 2008 Youth Summit Mar 17, 2008
April 5, 2008. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Beaverton Library. Topics for discussion include: Politics Let's Get Educated; Student Rights; and Working with Differences. Registration form.
Community Garden Registration System Mar 17, 2008
Use this system to make online requests and payments for garden plots available in the City community gardens.
Annual Tenant Forum presented by the Dispute Resolution Center Mar 14, 2008
Thursday, March 27, 2008 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Beaverton City Library Auditorium
Planning Commission Meetings Available Live and On-Demand Mar 13, 2008
The City of Beaverton offers live and on-demand streaming video of its Planning Commission meetings on the Internet through the City's Web site, starting Wednesday, March 12, 2008.
Citizens Academy 2008 Mar 10, 2008
Get the inside scoop on fighting crime! The academy is held at City Hall from 6:30 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. Thursday nights (March 20 - June 5).
Beaverton's Celebration Parade Theme Contest Feb 29, 2008
Entries due Friday, March 28th at 4 p.m.
Community Development Project Tracker Feb 26, 2008
Our new application tracking system allows you to look up pending or recently approved applications to see details about the application, permit history, current status, etc.
Open House and Rededication (Fire Station 66) (PDF) Feb 11, 2008
Join TVF&R on Saturday, February 23 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Update - Measure 49 Claims Feb 06, 2008
New Web page available about Measure 49 ordinances and claims.
26th Annual Visual Arts Showcase (PDF) Jan 08, 2008
Beaverton Arts Commission Embraces Oregon's Native American Culture at 26th Annual Visual Arts Showcase. Art exhibition will feature works by Native American students.
Primary Election (May 20, 2008)—Candidates' Handbook (PDF) Jan 07, 2008
State of Oregon - Elections Division
Last Day to File for Office, March 11, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration (PDF) Jan 03, 2008
Sunday January 20, 2008 4:00 p.m. - Southminster Presbyterian Church (12250 SW Denney Rd, at Hall Blvd.)
Annual Web Report (2007) Dec 10, 2007
This annual report from the Web Services program summarizes our major projects, initiatives, achievements, Web site usage statistics and future plans.
Free Document Shredding Nov 26, 2007
The Beaverton Police Department is sponsoring a free document shredding event on Saturday, December 1; from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Roadway Construction Takes a Break for the Holidays (PDF) Nov 21, 2007
Roadway construction on streets surrounding downtown businesses and shopping malls will cease beginning Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2007 through New Years Day, January 1, 2008.
Traffic Counts Online Nov 09, 2007
The Transportation Section collects traffic counts throughout the year on a variety of Beaverton streets. This new on-line tool is a great way to retrieve traffic count information.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Board 2007 Youth Summit—Cancelled Nov 06, 2007
The 2007 Youth Summit scheduled for Saturday, November 10, 2007 has been cancelled.
Beaverton Arts Commission Web site Oct 31, 2007
Beaverton Arts Commission Web site acquires new domain name: BeavertonArts.org
Neighborhood Matching Fund Applications Currently Being Accepted! (PDF) Oct 08, 2007
The Neighborhood Program is currently accepting Matching Fund Applications for projects to improve your neighborhood. Applications are due on Friday, November 30, 2007. Attend your next Neighborhood Association Committee (NAC) meeting to discuss your ideas!
Join the Conversation...Create the Vision Oct 04, 2007
Visioning Town Hall Workshops, November 1 - 3 at Beaverton City Library.
Mayor Announces New Assistant (PDF) Oct 03, 2007
Beaverton Mayor Rob Drake has hired a new Assistant to the Mayor to fill the vacancy left by the departure of Chief of Staff, Linda Adlard.
Annual Holiday Open House Oct 01, 2007
Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers and First Floor Conference Room (Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive).
Beaverton Boards & Commissions is Recruiting for Terms Beginning in January Oct 01, 2007
Make a Difference - Get Involved. Applications are due by 4:30pm November 7, 2007.
Beaverton City Council Meetings Available Live and On-Demand Sep 26, 2007
The City of Beaverton offers live and on-demand streaming video of its City Council meetings on the Internet through the City's Web site, starting Monday, October 1, 2007.
2007 Beaverton Diversity Award Sep 25, 2007
Seeking a special individual and/or organization that promotes an appreciation of diversity in our community. If you know of one that fits this description, why not nominate them for the 2007 Beaverton Diversity Award?
City of Beaverton Becomes EPA Green Power Community (PDF) Sep 24, 2007
City also exceeds PGE Green Power Challenge Goal.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Board 2007 Youth Summit - Cancelled Sep 21, 2007
Express your views and influence change in local policies! Pre-register for the 2007 Youth Summit (Saturday, November 10, 2007).
Free Document Shredding! Sep 18, 2007
The Beaverton Police Department is sponsoring free shredding events this year. Next event is Saturday, September 29.
Senior Volunteer Expo - Sept. 27 at 9am, Beaverton City Library Sep 12, 2007
Get connected with over 20 local non-profit organizations to see where you can help. Presentations by: Elders in Action, Medical Teams International, American Red Cross. Sponsored by the Mayor's Senior Citizen Advisory Committee.
Picnic in the Park - Video available Aug 24, 2007
Video highlights of July 12 Picnic at City Park
Name That Train Contest Aug 20, 2007
You could win a TriMet Annual Pass and more!
Drive Less. Save More. Aug 14, 2007
Reducing Single Person Trips Saves Time and Money.
Living Green TV Spot with Mayor Rob Drake Aug 07, 2007
The Mayor speaks directly to Beaverton citizens in a cable television spot which started airing Saturday, August 4. Press Release (PDF).
Mayor Rob Drake Urges Residents and Businesses to Sign Up for Green Power (PDF) Aug 06, 2007
Beaverton Mayor Rob Drake is stepping up the challenge to all Beaverton businesses and citizens to sign up 250 new green power PGE customers within the next several weeks.
The 4th Annual Flicks by the Fountain kicks off this Friday (PDF) Aug 02, 2007
The 4th Annual Flicks by the Fountain kicks off this Friday, August 3rd with the movie Happy Feet.
2007 Walk for Unity Jul 24, 2007
Sunday, September 30, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. Beaverton City Park, 4950 SW Watson Ave.
Beaverton City Code Jul 18, 2007
The Beaverton City Code now has a new look, functionality and search capabilities.
June Forum On TV July 7th Through September 16th Jul 10, 2007
The Broadcast Schedule of the June 21st Forum Featuring James Whitfield Now Available
Westgate Redevelopment Opportunity Jun 28, 2007
Metro and the City of Beaverton invite you to become part of the team redeveloping 4.6 acres of vacant land adjacent to the Beaverton Central light rail station in downtown Beaverton, Oregon at the site of the former Westgate theatre.
Picnic in the Park Rescheduled Due to Inclement Weather Conditions (PDF) Jun 28, 2007
The City of Beaverton has announced the postponement of this evening's Picnic in the Park at Autumn Ridge Park due to the rainy weather conditions. The picnic is tentatively rescheduled for Tuesday, July 31.
Free Document Shredding Jun 20, 2007
Beaverton Police Department has added an additional date (July 28) in response to the popularity of these events and to accommodate citizens who were affected by an equipment malfunction on June 9.
Beaverton City Council Issues Green Power Challenge to Residents (PDF) Jun 19, 2007
As a role model, Beaverton's city government will purchase green power from Portland General Electric (PGE) for all of its facilities.
Beaverton #3 Rated City to Live in Jun 19, 2007
Beaverton, along with Portland and Vancouver, named 3rd best US city to live in by Frommer's Travel guides.
April "Living Greener" Neighborhood Summit on TV June 12th through August 9 Jun 12, 2007
The Broadcast Schedule of the April 21st Neighborhood Summit now available along with contact information for speakers and a copy of the PowerPoint presentations for downloading.
April Forum Available For Viewing Online/May Forum on TV through August Jun 07, 2007
Streaming Video of the April 26th Forum featuring Oregon Leaders Discussing Answers on Critical Issues and the Broadcast Schedule of the May 17th Forum featuring former Governor John Kitzhaber Now Available
National Night Out Jun 07, 2007
The next National Night Out is scheduled for the first Tuesday in August (August 7, 2007) between 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Griffith Park at 4600 SW Griffith Drive.
Artists eye blank wall [Central Beaverton] May 25, 2007
Valley Times - 5/24/2007 - Central Beaverton neighbors have a colorful vision that they want to share: a mural that reflects the heart of their community.
Mayor's Budget Message—Proposed Budget FY 2007-08 May 18, 2007
Mayor's Budget Message for the Fiscal Year 2007-2008 now available on the Web.
Picnic in the Park (2007) May 15, 2007
Mayor Rob Drake and the Beaverton City Council are once again sponsoring the Picnic in the Park series.
There are two weeks left to use your electronics recycling rebate coupon (PDF) May 15, 2007
Recycling electronics is easier for Beaverton residents.