tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4611438613984686022024-03-13T12:54:40.042-07:00Mayor Brian Hodson : Canby, Oregon Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-33460899932338822022020-03-18T12:01:00.001-07:002020-03-18T12:13:57.261-07:00Mayor Hodson Issues Declaration of Emergency in Canby, Oregon<br />
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">I have enforced a declaration of emergency for the city of Canby, Oregon, effective today.</span></div>
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a series of serious meetings with Chief Davis of the Canby Fire Department, Interim City Manager Amanda
Zeiber, Lieutenant Tro of Canby Police, and Council President Tim Dale the decision was made last night to
sign and place into effect an emergency declaration. The declaration is
for <i>precautionary measures only</i>. By declaring the emergency, this
allows myself and city staff greater flexibility to quickly address hazards
posed by COVID-19, as well as access resources. Additionally, this allows the city and first responders to request assistance and/or reimbursement for expenditures around COVID-19. As of the morning of March 18<span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">,</span> there are no suspected cases and/or confirmed cases in Canby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">I want to stress that this is an additional precautionary measure. I want to be in a position
of being proactive, not reactionary. IF this virus spreads and IF we need
access to additional support, we are closer to the front of the line to receive
these. Our Emergency Operations Response Team of Canby Fire, City Hall,
and Canby Police are monitoring the situation very closely. I am strongly
encouraging everyone to stay in place as much as possible. Take care of
yourselves and the people around you. I am confident that by all of us
taking these measures and others, we will come through this much better than if
we do not take these precautionary measures.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">As always, you can always email me or message me on my <a href="http://facebook.com/mayorhodson" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>. As updates become available, I will post them to Facebook as well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">Thank you and God bless.</span></div>
<br />Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-56838287907517596592020-03-12T08:12:00.000-07:002020-03-12T08:22:49.972-07:00COVID-19 Update by Canby Mayor<div style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;">
I shared this as a post update on Facebook on March 11 and am now including it in it's entirety with an additional update on the outbreak in Lebanon, Oregon.</div>
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I want to take a moment and give an update on COVID-19 and our city. I have spoken with Chief Davis and <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show="1" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=140468912177&extragetparams=%7B%22__tn__%22%3A%22%2CdK-R-R%22%2C%22eid%22%3A%22ARCaevldbfwLVGv_grJoveJ1Hwan7t-cBVhL2UDuD5ttFt6iA__Sg2MXEmbQHDhz_dCS51pAb8S-vRqr%22%2C%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/canbyfire/?__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBadp4e_iqMkNrRSFfSRu7NgiHJk9KolS9S0YzG1qN6YhMujQsKGByefTtV2nnLuWABOYMZTpB-Ps9AWz-nb_5jTXQMEHjQUXQmhNpj-ViwZ6XxidOwUIWUjhzQeD_5_-Ga7OpLKDGxWAojP85sHBnNO_614miG9KnwWkvY6WlvtqV5IjbX4sJfMhcb1UMrnOmfwKI0wOyHVq4clvFqru9y5PNBP2Mvw54o76UFNRSTy3kN_OejpWqFN3r1laOJjD2KdOqc2xAE4N8DaKXNw1GM5NINlLollp-9WXPyRfyxtqy7UGHfTJlUPhEDKgSM7pfabyHEgpncnuxCw995wA&__xts__%5B1%5D=68.ARD4SXsEJFjD0WkL13X3jcn3O1hz9e6bWwhhatxxLxJ39WQkdUR0YxbCi1QfEGGHTm5Q3HrbozzQkTeDQrA894LweSTazE1jqD1vu3xlDS365phkLDbrezW-KbMMdg3yD-8fBiJ_isd0VRcOGMpEglnvSsgvAVTN5tQxomwC8nBEbZg_gsudSvDD1RHzPMoZ8dwrW7xNo08z8IjgICmrns7E7qRTiBrcZDFGf5k2644ayyzEezFXFl0_2bsXG0x8picAApba1-al6QLHE3MIGKUzSV80OXDtUhWtBMloNG3s4rh3qLIc8ID40KpxMUjcN0SjrY30LkrHdgljU_5MUw&__tn__=K-R&eid=ARCaevldbfwLVGv_grJoveJ1Hwan7t-cBVhL2UDuD5ttFt6iA__Sg2MXEmbQHDhz_dCS51pAb8S-vRqr&fref=mentions" style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;">Canby Fire District</a> is closely monitoring the situation locally, regionally, and nationally. They are communicating with <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show="1" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=1621154604837935&extragetparams=%7B%22__tn__%22%3A%22%2CdK-R-R%22%2C%22eid%22%3A%22ARCWuDI6uFYplUT20BvY9Is25QJIUc0p4Phcjd9vpkPkSrNsQBjptH9aXhaGQkkGQ-uQRw3XJUKqaDW1%22%2C%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/Canby-Police-Department-1621154604837935/?__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBadp4e_iqMkNrRSFfSRu7NgiHJk9KolS9S0YzG1qN6YhMujQsKGByefTtV2nnLuWABOYMZTpB-Ps9AWz-nb_5jTXQMEHjQUXQmhNpj-ViwZ6XxidOwUIWUjhzQeD_5_-Ga7OpLKDGxWAojP85sHBnNO_614miG9KnwWkvY6WlvtqV5IjbX4sJfMhcb1UMrnOmfwKI0wOyHVq4clvFqru9y5PNBP2Mvw54o76UFNRSTy3kN_OejpWqFN3r1laOJjD2KdOqc2xAE4N8DaKXNw1GM5NINlLollp-9WXPyRfyxtqy7UGHfTJlUPhEDKgSM7pfabyHEgpncnuxCw995wA&__xts__%5B1%5D=68.ARD4SXsEJFjD0WkL13X3jcn3O1hz9e6bWwhhatxxLxJ39WQkdUR0YxbCi1QfEGGHTm5Q3HrbozzQkTeDQrA894LweSTazE1jqD1vu3xlDS365phkLDbrezW-KbMMdg3yD-8fBiJ_isd0VRcOGMpEglnvSsgvAVTN5tQxomwC8nBEbZg_gsudSvDD1RHzPMoZ8dwrW7xNo08z8IjgICmrns7E7qRTiBrcZDFGf5k2644ayyzEezFXFl0_2bsXG0x8picAApba1-al6QLHE3MIGKUzSV80OXDtUhWtBMloNG3s4rh3qLIc8ID40KpxMUjcN0SjrY30LkrHdgljU_5MUw&__tn__=K-R&eid=ARCWuDI6uFYplUT20BvY9Is25QJIUc0p4Phcjd9vpkPkSrNsQBjptH9aXhaGQkkGQ-uQRw3XJUKqaDW1&fref=mentions" style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;">Canby Police Department</a> and with our interim City Manager almost daily.</div>
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Chief Davis and CFD have had conversation and reviewed protocols with <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show="1" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=147944321936247&extragetparams=%7B%22__tn__%22%3A%22%2CdK-R-R%22%2C%22eid%22%3A%22ARCa5AT7ursR2m4jwrdjD9hPNq_TSJVgqKmOpmOEi20ynWd5Ck7T0Mo7cDK5IRZkzfdRfPH-RDkOpRLU%22%2C%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/hopevillage/?__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBadp4e_iqMkNrRSFfSRu7NgiHJk9KolS9S0YzG1qN6YhMujQsKGByefTtV2nnLuWABOYMZTpB-Ps9AWz-nb_5jTXQMEHjQUXQmhNpj-ViwZ6XxidOwUIWUjhzQeD_5_-Ga7OpLKDGxWAojP85sHBnNO_614miG9KnwWkvY6WlvtqV5IjbX4sJfMhcb1UMrnOmfwKI0wOyHVq4clvFqru9y5PNBP2Mvw54o76UFNRSTy3kN_OejpWqFN3r1laOJjD2KdOqc2xAE4N8DaKXNw1GM5NINlLollp-9WXPyRfyxtqy7UGHfTJlUPhEDKgSM7pfabyHEgpncnuxCw995wA&__xts__%5B1%5D=68.ARD4SXsEJFjD0WkL13X3jcn3O1hz9e6bWwhhatxxLxJ39WQkdUR0YxbCi1QfEGGHTm5Q3HrbozzQkTeDQrA894LweSTazE1jqD1vu3xlDS365phkLDbrezW-KbMMdg3yD-8fBiJ_isd0VRcOGMpEglnvSsgvAVTN5tQxomwC8nBEbZg_gsudSvDD1RHzPMoZ8dwrW7xNo08z8IjgICmrns7E7qRTiBrcZDFGf5k2644ayyzEezFXFl0_2bsXG0x8picAApba1-al6QLHE3MIGKUzSV80OXDtUhWtBMloNG3s4rh3qLIc8ID40KpxMUjcN0SjrY30LkrHdgljU_5MUw&__tn__=K-R&eid=ARCa5AT7ursR2m4jwrdjD9hPNq_TSJVgqKmOpmOEi20ynWd5Ck7T0Mo7cDK5IRZkzfdRfPH-RDkOpRLU&fref=mentions" style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;">Hope Village Senior Living Community</a>, <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show="1" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=302847346406041&extragetparams=%7B%22__tn__%22%3A%22%2CdK-R-R%22%2C%22eid%22%3A%22ARBFpeM8mAvCBD9ElDm_6YQSOTMurlEC6WLaNoM2KGEGov6p3QIxFCjVuOkimRAFXGuCYVuKYYUmrTrH%22%2C%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/RackleffPlaceAssistedLiving/?__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBadp4e_iqMkNrRSFfSRu7NgiHJk9KolS9S0YzG1qN6YhMujQsKGByefTtV2nnLuWABOYMZTpB-Ps9AWz-nb_5jTXQMEHjQUXQmhNpj-ViwZ6XxidOwUIWUjhzQeD_5_-Ga7OpLKDGxWAojP85sHBnNO_614miG9KnwWkvY6WlvtqV5IjbX4sJfMhcb1UMrnOmfwKI0wOyHVq4clvFqru9y5PNBP2Mvw54o76UFNRSTy3kN_OejpWqFN3r1laOJjD2KdOqc2xAE4N8DaKXNw1GM5NINlLollp-9WXPyRfyxtqy7UGHfTJlUPhEDKgSM7pfabyHEgpncnuxCw995wA&__xts__%5B1%5D=68.ARD4SXsEJFjD0WkL13X3jcn3O1hz9e6bWwhhatxxLxJ39WQkdUR0YxbCi1QfEGGHTm5Q3HrbozzQkTeDQrA894LweSTazE1jqD1vu3xlDS365phkLDbrezW-KbMMdg3yD-8fBiJ_isd0VRcOGMpEglnvSsgvAVTN5tQxomwC8nBEbZg_gsudSvDD1RHzPMoZ8dwrW7xNo08z8IjgICmrns7E7qRTiBrcZDFGf5k2644ayyzEezFXFl0_2bsXG0x8picAApba1-al6QLHE3MIGKUzSV80OXDtUhWtBMloNG3s4rh3qLIc8ID40KpxMUjcN0SjrY30LkrHdgljU_5MUw&__tn__=K-R&eid=ARBFpeM8mAvCBD9ElDm_6YQSOTMurlEC6WLaNoM2KGEGov6p3QIxFCjVuOkimRAFXGuCYVuKYYUmrTrH&fref=mentions" style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;">Rackleff Place Assisted Living Community</a>, and Countryside Living. <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show="1" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=445636332458991&extragetparams=%7B%22__tn__%22%3A%22%2CdK-R-R%22%2C%22eid%22%3A%22ARA_Z2DTtSV3dCGOcRfkmqM9pEZsNDG5QxLWsXSbRIBkEiDl4mzlj3axzmJmKlScvA1Oinldkem4dSdH%22%2C%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/Canby-Adult-Center-445636332458991/?__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBadp4e_iqMkNrRSFfSRu7NgiHJk9KolS9S0YzG1qN6YhMujQsKGByefTtV2nnLuWABOYMZTpB-Ps9AWz-nb_5jTXQMEHjQUXQmhNpj-ViwZ6XxidOwUIWUjhzQeD_5_-Ga7OpLKDGxWAojP85sHBnNO_614miG9KnwWkvY6WlvtqV5IjbX4sJfMhcb1UMrnOmfwKI0wOyHVq4clvFqru9y5PNBP2Mvw54o76UFNRSTy3kN_OejpWqFN3r1laOJjD2KdOqc2xAE4N8DaKXNw1GM5NINlLollp-9WXPyRfyxtqy7UGHfTJlUPhEDKgSM7pfabyHEgpncnuxCw995wA&__xts__%5B1%5D=68.ARD4SXsEJFjD0WkL13X3jcn3O1hz9e6bWwhhatxxLxJ39WQkdUR0YxbCi1QfEGGHTm5Q3HrbozzQkTeDQrA894LweSTazE1jqD1vu3xlDS365phkLDbrezW-KbMMdg3yD-8fBiJ_isd0VRcOGMpEglnvSsgvAVTN5tQxomwC8nBEbZg_gsudSvDD1RHzPMoZ8dwrW7xNo08z8IjgICmrns7E7qRTiBrcZDFGf5k2644ayyzEezFXFl0_2bsXG0x8picAApba1-al6QLHE3MIGKUzSV80OXDtUhWtBMloNG3s4rh3qLIc8ID40KpxMUjcN0SjrY30LkrHdgljU_5MUw&__tn__=K-R&eid=ARA_Z2DTtSV3dCGOcRfkmqM9pEZsNDG5QxLWsXSbRIBkEiDl4mzlj3axzmJmKlScvA1Oinldkem4dSdH&fref=mentions" style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit; text-decoration-line: none;">Canby Adult Center</a> has protocols in place for our seniors in our community.</div>
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A question came up today about emergency communications and do we have them. Here is what Chief Davis shared about this:</div>
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“Yes, for emergencies there are communications via emergency alert through your TV, cellphones, and phone. The Clackamas County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is open daily and on weekends monitoring everything that is going on. Canby Fire has been helping in planning at the EOC every day by having a firefighter there to monitor and assist. If Canby has any issues, we will activate the City EOC and plan and call in the Mayor and interim City Manager”.</div>
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If you want the most recent updates, please look to the <a href="http://canbyfire.org/" target="_blank">Canby Fire District</a> website and the <a href="https://www.canbyoregon.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">City of Canby</a> website.</div>
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To reiterate - wash your hands often, if you don’t feel well then stay home (self quarantine), if you have Neighbors with poor health check in on them. When there is challenge or when people are in need Canby steps up. Let’s step up and do what we can, when we can.</div>
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For up-to-the-minute notifications regarding the coronavirus and COVID-19, please visit the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CDC website</a>.</div>
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As of this morning, March 12, there have been two reported cases in Lebanon, Oregon involving two 80-year old men at a Veteran's home.The latest information on this can be found <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/coronavirus/2020/03/coronavirus-spreads-to-oregons-first-assisted-living-facility.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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That brings the statewide total to 21. You can read more about that <a href="https://katu.com/news/coronavirus/oha-four-new-cases-of-coronavirus-in-oregon-bringing-statewide-total-to-19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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As of publishing, there are <a href="https://www.livescience.com/coronavirus-updates-united-states.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">no reported cases</a> in Clackamas County.</div>
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As always, please feel free to reach out to me on <a href="http://facebook.com/mayorhodson" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or <a href="mailto:hodsonb@canbyoregon.gov" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">email</a> with your questions or concerns.</div>
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-1892137641556821432019-08-28T13:08:00.001-07:002019-08-29T15:44:03.194-07:00Mayor Response on Fireworks at Canby High School<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">
<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I want to take a moment and address the recent conversation that has been occurring around fireworks at <a href="https://canbyhs.canby.k12.or.us/" rel="nofollow">Canby High School</a> football games and recent concerns raised to the City Council. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Last year, a resident that lives near the high school brought to the City Council his concerns about the fireworks. He suffers from PTSD. His concerns were the percussive nature, or loud booms, and the randomness that occurs around the fireworks set off after a score at the football game. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">During the conversation last year, as a compromise, we asked the school district to use a less percussive firework and we re-worked our city noise ordinance to allow fireworks for the football games. Included in this was that the school needed to inform surrounding homes of when the use of fireworks were going to occur. Any other use of fireworks outside of football games, such as graduation, need to be a separate, individual noise ordinance request for each event to the council. ALL parties agreed that this was a solid solution. This was a verbal agreement and understanding between the school district and the city.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Forward to last week, the same resident with a petition with signatures from several other residents and businesses approached the <a href="https://www.canby.k12.or.us/board-of-directors/board-of-directors">Canby School Board</a> as well as the City Council about the upcoming football season and fireworks. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The following day, our City Manager, Rick Robinson, in collaboration with me, sent an email to Canby School District Superintendent Trip Goodall. The intent of the email was a <b>request, </b>in response to the petition, to switch the fireworks to a non-percussive variety or to not do them at all. Based on the ordinance, the school district could choose to continue the fireworks as is. We made an appropriate ask, even though we had come to the verbal understanding a year ago as mentioned above. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I know there is a way to work together to keep fireworks a part of the Canby High School football home game tradition. I know that the City of Canby and the Canby School District can work out a solution that all sides can be proud of. </span></div>
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-35742414008308341572017-01-26T02:00:00.000-08:002017-01-26T02:00:13.875-08:00My Thoughts and the City's Statement On Safety and Inclusiveness In Canby<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">It has been way too long since my last blog post. There has been so much that has gone on in our city - a new city hall and library has opened, we are under way with the development of a building called "The Dalia" on the city block between Ivy and Holly and 1st and 2nd Avenues downtown, Canby Utility is going through the design process for their new building on the south side of town. Canby is thriving!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">In our Council Meeting in December, we had several community members come and address the Council about concerns they were seeing in our community since the campaign and the election of Donald J. Trump. Their testimony, my comments and thoughts begin at the 1:08 mark and can be watched here on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yihr9MED0c8" target="_blank">CTV5 You Tube Channel</a> and it's included below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">Over the Christmas season I worked with city staff, the Council, and those that spoke to craft a statement approved by all council members about our community and its commitment to being welcoming and our inclusiveness. That statement appears below:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;">I believe it is important that we look for common ground to work together and forge paths that we as a city can proudly walk together. Thank you to those that helped myself and the city craft this message: Jesus and Angie Navarro, Irene Konov, Kathleen Jesky, Vicky Aguilar, Rick Robinson, and the entire city council.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;"><i>This
past July, the Canby City Council made a very strong statement condemning the
use of statements, symbols, actions or activities that would convey messages of
hatred, or in any way seek to deprive any person of their fundamental rights. The Council went on to expressly support and
endorse a culture of appreciation for the inherent value for all persons within
the community regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, or other characteristic.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;"><i>We feel
it is very important to reaffirm our commitment and our responsibility to be vigilant
in defense of the rights of all people, proactive in our attempts to be a
welcoming community for all people looking for a better life, and steadfast
and vigorous in condemning all forms of unconstitutional infringement.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century schoolbook" , serif;"><i>These
are powerful words. Without action, they
become and then are meaningless unless each of us strives in all we do to set
the example for our families, friends, and neighbors. By us not picking and choosing who is
included, is our true test, and will ultimately define how we will grow and
prosper as a community.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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it is valuable to reaffirm the City’s statements of inclusion, and invite the
entire community to likewise do their part.
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community, and not simply the statement of the Mayor and City Council, that
will be our guiding force.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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believe in our city and the ability to come together and be successful. Let each of us be the example by modeling
behaviors that promote a safe environment for all of our residents and be the
example for other cities to emulate.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">On Tuesday I had the honor to present the State of the City address to the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce. It is one of my favorite events and at the same time I get super nervous and anxious. There is so much going on in Canby! Enjoy the read.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Thank
you all for being here today. Thank you
to the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce for allowing me time to give you an
update on how we are doing as a city.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Councilors. These men and women
volunteer their time at a number of meetings each week, preparing for those
meetings, and often times staying awake at night trying to figure out course
corrections to issues in or city.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Traci Hensley,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Tracie Heidt<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Clint Coleman, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Guests here today that I would like to acknowledge and thank for coming are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Thank you
to our guests for coming today. Canby really
appreciates the support.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">I
want to personally thank our City Staff.
Our City Manager Rick Robinson, his team, and all the city employees do
so very much to keep our city going strong.
In every department of the city we are running 1-4 positions short
because of budget cuts each of the last 3 years that WE made. They, the city team, show up and make sure
the lights are on, the buses are running, the water is flowing, and our streets
are safe.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
past December during the heavy rains our Public Works team members were on
it! They were working 24 hours a day for
3 days straight. They went and checked
all the trouble spots around Canby. When
they cleared the last spot, they turned around started all over again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Please,
will all the City Team Members that are here stand – Give them a round of
applause, please!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Last
year I while giving the State of the City I talked about ‘WE’ and ‘US’ as it
pertains to ‘WE’ the city and ‘US’ its community members. I will continue this because I believe it is
up to ‘US’, all of ‘US’, on how Canby grows and how it keeps its small town feel
and values as we grow into a city. ‘WE’ all
must be involved and engaged. It is a
challenge, when we all balance work, family, and other activities. How do we fit in anymore? We are a participatory form of government,
those that participate shape and mold what happens. Sometimes it can be full contact. I want US to be engaged. I want to know what WE are thinking as a
community.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">I
am often asked ‘Mr. Mayor – How is the City doing?’ My response is often – “You tell me, how are
WE doing?”. This is often times
responded to with a surprised look on the persons face. Not quite sure how to answer. Sometimes I am given what I ask for and my
quick run to the grocery store takes a little bit longer. I do not mind it one bit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">(Side
note - If you ever want to get a feel on how we are doing, visit the Facebook
Page ‘Canby Now’. This page has covered
everything from Parks to Housing to Business Development. Those people on there are not afraid to tell
you what is up!)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">I
am still filled with a cautious optimism.
Canby is a good city (some have said great) to live in and live
near. We have challenges that WE will
work on and are working on, we will make course corrections, and do our very
best to keep Canby improving. Canby has
always been thoughtful and deliberate in how WE grow. That is not going to change. We cannot afford to be hap-hazard or
accidental about our growth. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Over
the course of the State of the City I am going to give you a recap of what we
have accomplished and paint a picture of what we are faced with and what we are
working on. There are so many things to
be excited about – New civic building, development of the city block, new
business ventures coming to the industrial park. It is an exciting time to be living in Canby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
year, 2016, started with some excitement as our Police force with support from
multiple agencies brought a tense hostage situation to a successful end. Thank you to Chief Smith and the Canby Police
Department for a safe conclusion to that situation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">In
addition to the aforementioned situation our Police Department has been busy
this past year.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a New Narcotic K9 to assist officers in searching and locating illegal drugs. With the legalization of Marijuana, many
Police Departments have to switch out their K9 units to ones trained NOT to
detect Marijuana.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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PD joined Clackamas County Inter-Agency Task Force. A coordinated group of local and federal
law-enforcement officials to reduce illegal drugs and related crimes --
including child endangerment -- in Clackamas County<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Implementation
of Social Media (Facebook) - Using social media to deliver important
information and events. Adding this has helped Canby PD capture several wanted
subjects with the help of citizen’s tips.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;"><br /></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Awarded
several traffic safety Grants for the enforcement of Impaired Driving, Occupant
Safety and Pedestrian Safety.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;"><br /></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Traffic
Safety Projects included collaboration with Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
Committee, Public Works and Canby School District to install sidewalks and
crosswalks in front of Canby High School to improve safety. Also added flashing
crosswalk sign on S. Ivy St in front of Lee School.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;"><br /></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Total
calls for service – 21,544<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;"><br /></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Total
reports taken – 2,013<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Total
citations issued – 2,834</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Total
arrests made – 339<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
has led to Canby being rated one the safest and most livable cities in Oregon
due in part to our continued low crime rate as compared to other Oregon Cities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">On
the necessary infrastructure front we have several other Infrastructure
improvement pieces that are occurring and being worked on:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">We’ve
replaced some (sewer lines) this year to address specific problems in areas
where we have noticed recurring problems.
We are also replacing or rebuilding wastewater lift stations where we’ve
seen ongoing maintenance costs begin to be climb or have identified multiple
system failures.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Our
wastewater capital improvement plan is proceeding with additional improvements
to our treatment plant this year. We are
improving the way bio-solids are handled and disposed. Several of you have indicated that the odors
from the treatment facility seem better than in past years, and the improved
odor control is a byproduct of the improvements that have been made to the
plant. <i>We continue to have one of the most cost-efficient treatment operations
in the region.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">The
Street maintenance fee is a big help in addressing the paving needs of existing
city streets. We still are in a constant
battle to keep up though and try to get to the worst of our paving needs based
on available funding. An increasing issue
for Canby, and other cities, are the county roads that are within the city of
Canby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Canby
currently has approximately 3.25 miles of County roads that are within the City
Limits. Some of those roads will be
updated when annexation occurs and new developments go in. Still there are others that will need to be
brought up to our standards. I have been
working with County Chair Ludlow, Commissioner Savas and others across the
county regarding this issue for the last four years. The cost to install curbs, gutters,
sidewalks, and reconstruct the County roads to City standards would run in the
millions of dollars – funds that could be spent on repairing other City streets
and even be used for additional improvements.
If the county cannot come up with the funds to make the improvements and
the City does not assume responsibility for the roads they will continue to
deteriorate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;">As you
saw when you arrived today we have walls going up on the new civic building! This is a very exciting stage for this project. We broke ground on our Civic Building just this
past year. This 2 story building, with
its 25,000sqft footprint, will be a huge addition to downtown. This is one of several additions that are
planned for our downtown. </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">On
January 27<sup>th</sup> we executed the GMP amendment and set the Guaranteed
Maximum Price for the Library/Civic Building at $6.91 million. This
includes a construction contingency of $243,000, sets the building completion
date of late August and building occupancy for the end of September. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">The
two factors that could influence the project completion date are weather and
material availability. We have already
taken into consideration the time lost due to both factors in December. The heavy rains in December did delay some of
the work as did a delay in receiving structural steel to start framing the new
building. Structural steel and other
specialty materials needed for the project are now keeping up with the rigorous
construction schedule that we have set for this project.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Once
this is complete and we have moved in, this will leave all but two buildings on
the city block vacant as well as the old library building.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">After
the signing of the land purchase for the new City Hall and Library, we
immediately began conversations with a developer, The Hanlon Group, to develop
the city block.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Our
goal of this very exciting project is that it will be a catalyst for future
downtown improvements. This is a Master
Developer driven initiative with a design concept that could add:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">First
floor retail space,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Several
floors of market rate apartments, plus<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">The
City Hall and the old Police Department building could be part of the
development, or they could be developed separately depending on the ability of the
master developer to invest in building improvements. We have interest in both of these properties
already.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Additional
downtown developments include interest by several businesses in what will become
the Old Library Building and the development of the block at NW 1<sup>st</sup>
and Elm which could include additional office space, updating the restaurant,
street improvements, and possible railroad quite zone. These will be transformational projects and
make for some very exciting changes to come to downtown in the coming years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">In
the meantime activities continue to drive business downtown. The Big White Goose brought to life Junk
Refunk Street Market that drew almost 5,000 visitors to our downtown this past
August. Plans are underway for this
event again this year.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Our
Main Street Program, led by Jamie Stickel, continued to organize 1<sup>st</sup>
Friday events, coordinated with the Canby Arts and Culture Advisory Council the
installation of 3 new sculptures on 1<sup>st</sup> Ave, and continued the
Halloween Spooktacular in pouring down rain.
With the help of a number of community members and business owners, WE
added “Canby’s Big Night Out!” to kick off Canby’s Big Weekend and it was a
huge success! This year WE will see this
event grow I am sure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Light
up the Night saw another tremendous turnout and more parade entries than in many
of the previous years. This continues to
be a marquee event for the city. One of
our other Marquee events this year, General Canby Day, is going through some
changes. In the fall the General Canby
Board announced to the City Council in a work session that they wanted to move
on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">It
is my honor to announce the CANBY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION that will take
its place. With the help of a great many
community volunteers Canby Main Street will host this event and the event will
once again be closed out by a Fireworks display with Western Fireworks Display
and the Canby Volunteer Fire Fighters.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">The
topper to all this, was that Jamie Stickel was awarded Oregon’s Main Street
Manager of the Year award back in October. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">I
am going to turn to Economic Development and our Urban Renewal Agency. Since its inception in 1999, the URD has
added over $60M in value to the tax rolls and hundreds of jobs to the city of
Canby. The Façade Program saw 1 more
project completed this past year and 1 more started in 2015 for completion in
the coming months. The Canby Liquor
store has been completed and looks great, Trinity Counseling is underway and
the Kiwanis Store is working on a proposal to bring forward for their façade
improvement.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
past year the Urban Renewal Agency, in working with Canby Fire District, agreed
to terms on providing funds from the URD to the Fire District. These funds will enable the Fire District to
make capital improvements to their building and purchase overdue equipment. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Also,
Chief Davis with direction from the Fire Board was able to lower the cities ISO
rating down from a 5 to a 2 with in the city and from a 10 in the rural area to
a 3. What this means is that the city
will save money on insurance and so will you.
This is a big savings. Thank you
Chief Davis for your hard work on this.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">The
Canby Pioneer Industrial Park is currently full with no empty buildings. We are actively working on numerous projects
to help businesses locate in Canby. With
Metro's recent decision not to expand the Urban Growth Boundary, it makes our
Industrial Park all the more attractive and increases our competitive
advantage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";"> Projects that are happening or very close
to a decision are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">The
Stratus Development will be located along Sequoia Parkway. This 60,240sqft building will be opening
Winter of 2017</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Bowen
Building Expansion will add 26,400 of warehouse space and construction will
begin this spring.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Trend
Business Center will be adding building C to their portfolio. This building will be 33,000Sqft and will
enable 3 spaces for small to midsized users.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Canby
Mini-Storage is planned for this summer, with a square footage of almost
47,000sqft.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Canby
Commons Industrial Park will have 3 buildings estimated at 78,400sqft
total. This will be located on land
after Fred Meyer and the Park on Sequoia.
The developer has interest already and wants to plan ground preparation
when they start work on the Canby Commons Apartments this spring.</span></li>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Leads
that we have pursued have made on to the selection list and in some cases we
are 1 of 2 cities being considered.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Blue Ice: </span></b><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
company would invest about $40 million in a 400,000 square foot building at
Sequoia and 4th Avenue. They could employ over 100 workers in first two years.
The city would extend 4th Avenue and utilities using state grants for most of
the costs. We have support from Oregon
Business Alliance and Clackamas County for this project. Yesterday, Monday, I lobbied support from the
Regional Area Commission on Transportation to support our efforts to seek money
to assist us with these road improvements.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Borealis: </span></b><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">A
high tech company is considering a 40 acre site to build a 350,000 square foot
facility that could create 200-250 jobs. They plan to investment $140 million. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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AK: </span></b><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">A clean tech manufacturer is looking for 6 to 8
acres for a 100,000 square foot, $30- 40 million building. They would employ 60
and grow to 150 over the next 3 years. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Gas Production Company: </span></b><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">An acetylene manufacturing /
distribution Company is looking at a 7+ acre site. They would invest $10-15
million and hire 25-50. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Crimson: </span></b><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">A
manufacturing / distribution company is looking for an 800,000 to 1 million
square foot building and would employ 250- 500. Decision in approx. 2 years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Stratus
Development, Project Blue Ice, Borealis, and AK – should they come to fruition,
will be over one million square feet of new development, over 600 new jobs to
Canby, and almost $250 million is assed value. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Here
is one item that has been keeping me awake at 2am in this area. Regarding two of these projects, they have
narrowed their choices down to Canby and one other city. We are one of 2 cities to be chosen
between. The other city in both of these
situations is Vancouver, WA. My Concerns
stem from some of the legislation currently proposed in Salem right now. I know Senator Olsen spoke about it last
month.<b>
</b>Specifically, the minimum wage increase and IP23, the gross sales
tax on sales over $25 million. There are
others, too. How does this keep US
competitive as a state? That isn’t even
a level playing field when we as a city are looking to bring jobs here. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">I
attended the Clackamas Chamber state of the Cities luncheon the other day and 4
of the 5 Mayors expressed these same concerns.
On Thursday I attended a dinner with four of our State Senators and 3 of
the 4 felt these were going to be happening.
Foregone conclusions if you will.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">What
happens to a Puddin’ River Chocolate or a Backstop or a Thriftway? They will adapt, for a short time. Then what?
Increase prices or worse. I want
to see prosperity up and down the spectrum for sure. Setting a new wage floor and then selling it
as “bringing up the lower income” just sets the new floor level that fewer will
ever get off of, or worse will have not job at all. I have shared these concerns with Senator
Olsen and Representative Kennemer. I
have asked the Chamber Board to take a position and I ask you to do the same.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";"> The other wake up, stare at the
ceiling at 2Am challenge is housing. We
have a number of developments under way and more to come.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Commons Apartments will break ground in late spring early summer. This will be 166 Market rate apartments that
will be built.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Territorial Apartments will begin construction of 48 2 bedroom apartments in fall
of 2016.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Meadow Development on North Pine. 18 lots being platted for construction to
begin March 2016.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Phase 2. 10 Permits issued of 33 lots<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Poplar
Townhomes, six townhomes planned.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Addition #6. 3 Permits issued of 30 lots<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Garden Townhomes, fifteen planned.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Late
this past year Metro decided not to expand its Urban Growth Boundary. Metro has a target of 50 dwellings per acre
which is consistent with their desire to go up, not out and maximize
services. What this will mean for Canby
is yet to be totally determined. WE have
room within our Urban Growth Boundary and we have the capacity to grow. With Oregon being one of the best places to live
and Canby ranked #5 on the list of the best cities to raise a family in Oregon,
we need to be prepared. That means WE
will need to be tasked with watching what goes on around us in Wilsonville,
Oregon City, etc. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">This
topic leads me into what WE will be working on in the coming months and
years. There are several items that WE
are tackling and grappling with as a community.
These will take planning, lots of discussion, money, and time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Funding:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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City currently has funding to support acquisition and initial park improvements
but not ongoing maintenance. Until we
figure out the direction here we cannot develop more parks and make them
inviting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will be exploring options to ascertain the level of support for funding of
ongoing maintenance costs in existing and new parks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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mix: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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housing whatever name is being used, is a concern for many in Canby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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housing – more duplexes, triplexes, and apartments<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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potential housing shortage that are being discussed are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Enhancements </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";"> I</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">n April the Council will be holding a day
long retreat to discuss the concerns</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">mentioned here today – Housing concerns, continued
road maintenance, Parks </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">and park maintenance, Job growth, and continued
Economic Development. I will be bringing forward an idea that may start to
address how we may be able to develop entry level housing.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">Housing is a very big conversation across the
county and the region.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">Canby has seen
the development of a number of higher end homes.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">There will need to be discussion on how to address
this situation.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">I understand that the
market sets the tone.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">The conversation
is more along the lines of what the city can change so as to not to have to
legislate and make things happen that way.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">
</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">It will not happen overnight.</span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">We have been working with our City Attorney to
investigate how we can return foreclosed properties back into being viable home
purchases sooner instead of later, we have been sharing thoughts and ideas
around Parks and what are possible things we can do.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">There
are a great many things going on in Canby.
I am excited about what the future holds for Us. WE are a community of doers. WE want to see Canby prosper. It takes each of US to make prosperity
happen. WE do this by finding your
favorite business and telling your friends about it. Send them there, here in this town first. We have had a number of people and will have
a number of people that move to Canby.
We need to help them. Teach them
about what makes Canby special. Teach
them to not just come home at night, drive into the garage, and stay
inside. Tell your employees about what
is going on in this City. It will take
all of US to help each other and Canby be successful today and in the future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "bookman old style" , "serif";">Thank
you for being here today. God Bless you
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389642833916021584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-67748926448693741082015-04-08T11:54:00.000-07:002015-04-08T11:58:10.212-07:00First Civic Center Community Input Meetings Held<i><span style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small;">By Brian Hodson</span></i><br />
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Ground has officially been broken in what will eventually become our new Civic Center, housing the new library and city offices.<br />
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Last month also saw the first two community input meetings held for feedback from citizens regarding this new addition to our city. One was held at the police station, the other at Hope Village.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I thought there was some really good ideas shared about what people would like to see in the library portion of the Civic Building. The items that jumped out for me were conversations around the study rooms as well as making sure there were several quiet reading areas for people. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I also appreciated the people in attendance keeping a focus on supporting local, already existing, businesses. There were pictures shown of possibly having a cafe or coffee shop included in the building. Much of the feedback was that a cafe was not needed, with Place to Be Cafe and Cutsforth Thriftway's cafe in close proximity. For me personally, I think a cafe as part of the new civic center in Canby would take up crucial floor space needed for library programming.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There was one key point I would have liked to have seen discussed more: what the actual building itself should look like. We heard about a modern look to a traditional look or even historical look to tie into Canby's heritage. Minimal glass to lots of glass. I am confident in the next couple of community meetings, we will sort that out. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was a little disappointed at the number of citizens of Canby that attended. For our first 2 meetings, we averaged 30 community members. With any community meeting, I always hope for more of a turnout. With our next 2 meetings in April, I am hopeful we will have more people turnout, as those meetings will have some actual designs to take a look at.</span></div>
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-31067665156808905882014-10-20T10:33:00.000-07:002014-10-20T10:35:37.566-07:00Annexation 3-454 : Why I Support This Measure<span style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small;"><i>By Brian Hodson</i></span><br />
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Canby voters will decide this November whether to annex 32.1 acres of land on the outskirts of town for low density residential housing and a park. I support Measure 3-454 and here's why.<br />
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1. <b>Canby Will Not Lose It's Small Town Feel</b>. Many of the proponents of this annexation have concern of Canby losing it's small town feel with this measure. For me, this annexation is part of our town that we consider part of our city already! In addition, a large section of the land will be devoted to a park, which contributes to that small town, community feel.<br />
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2. <b>Canby Can Handle The Growth</b>. We have planned for this growth. With the addition of the Sequoia Bridge and our expanding industrial park, we are ready.<br />
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3. <b>We Need Housing.</b> We need this growth. With the housing market at record low inventory levels, we need this housing.<br />
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I urge you to support and vote in favor of Measure 3-454.<br />
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In November's election, we have three seats to fill on our city council. Four candidates are running for those three positions. I recently submitted the letter below to the Canby Herald, voicing who I endorsed and why:<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">In less than two months, you will be voting to fill three spots on our city council. While all candidates running have a sincere commitment to Canby, I urge you to retain Todd Rocha, Clint Coleman, and Greg Parker for your council.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">These councilors bring a combined 7+ years of experience to the council. We’ve had a productive two years since I become mayor. We’ve managed public safety issues (speed limits, sidewalks, safe routes to school). Our new fiscal policies for city budgeting will save money and streamline planning of city funds. New businesses have been opening as well as new housing developments during my term. We are the 9th safest city in the state of Oregon.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">In a revolutionary move, we as a council asked you, the voters, to decide whether the city should use urban renewal dollars for our revitalized and improved civic building project. You can’t ask for a bigger voice than putting a major project such as this to the people.</span></i></span></div>
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Our new civic building and library is proposed for 2nd Avenue between the movie theater and the 2 corner lots on Juniper. The city has acquired ownership of the lots needed for the project.<br />
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We have chosen the methodology to build the structure by doing what's called a CM/GC. This stands for "Construction Manager/General Contractor". This method enables us to better control costs and ensure that there are no project overruns. It also helps us meet and not exceed our budget limits.<br />
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Today, the city will officially submit an RFP (Request For Proposal) to be included in the Daily Journal of Commerce. What this means is we are soliciting proposals from potential construction managers for the project. Our submission will officially be in this journal Monday, September 15th, 2014.<br />
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We will leave the proposal process open until October 15th, 2014, at which point an internal committee will review the proposals and make a recommendation to the city council. The internal committee is: Councilor President Tim Dale, City Councilor Todd Rocha, interim City Manager Amanda Zieber, Library Director Melissa Kelly, Library Board President Roger Reif, and (when assigned), our new city manager.<br />
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After the Construction Manager is brought on, the next step is bringing in an architecture firm to create drawings for the project.Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-59820957600154790602014-09-04T09:25:00.002-07:002014-09-04T09:25:27.842-07:00Why Campaign Signs Are Important<i><span style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small;">By Brian Hodson</span></i><br />
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Do all those campaign signs really make a difference for a candidate or measure in an election? When election times rolls around, we start to see the sprinkle (and sometimes onslaught!) of campaign signs on billboards, along highway exits, at businesses, and in peoples' yards. Do they make a difference?<br />
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As an elected official who has run 2 campaigns (one as city councilor, one as mayor), I would concur yes. Here's why:<br />
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1. <b>Signs Remind Voters It's Election Time.</b> Let's face it, we have busy lives. If you are a registered voter, you should receive election information in the mail. But it's nice to have a constant reminder that it is voting season. Signs around town remind voters of this.<br />
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2. <b>They Show Your Support</b>. While not all voters want to publicly display who they support in a given election, those that do can easily show who they support (and that they support the voting process) by displaying a sign at their business or home.<br />
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3. <b>They Really Do Inform</b>. Again, for those voters that might not have picked up a voters' pamphlet yet or read up on the issues, seeing a sign for a particular candidate or measure might let voters know it's time to vote for that office or issue. For example, people in Canby are still surprised that it's a 2 year term for mayor and that I am running again this November.<br />
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So, put out those signs! While I am running unopposed, I appreciate your support and feel free to spread the word.Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-86826180166859932522014-08-11T01:00:00.000-07:002014-08-11T01:00:02.523-07:00Bid For Mayor 2014<span style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small;"><i>By Brian Hodson</i></span><br />
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Wow, where did 2 years go? Honestly, it seems like not so long ago that I was on the campaign trail, hard at work talking to the citizens of Canby about why I wanted to run for mayor. My campaign focus was a conservative, practical approach to how to spend the cities' dollars, an emphasis on neighborhood safety, and keeping the sense of community that Canby thrives on. Those goals remain true today and continue to be something I always focus on in my decision-making on the council. I hope I have exceeded your expectations.<br />
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I am excited to continue my commitment to the city of Canby. I will continue to foster my close relationship with city staff to make the best decisions possible for our town. I am passionate about Canby and that will not change. With these commitments, I announce my bid to run for re-election for the office of mayor of the city of Canby. <br />
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The election will take place this November. I ask you for your continued support and your vote. I turn to you for help and guidance. Tell me what has gone right these past two years; tell me what we still need to work on. Let's continue Canby's legacy as one of the great small communities in Oregon.Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-3025693136477138982014-04-09T01:00:00.000-07:002014-04-09T01:00:06.313-07:00Evolution of the Library: Your Vote<i>By Brian Hodson</i><br />
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Where are we at with the evolution of the plan for the library? There have been many twists and turns in the past 2 years in this plan. I've written many blog posts along the way, describing the journey that the library and the city have taken.<br />
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The most recent plan involves you, the voter. We are asking for your opinion this May as to how to move forward with the urban renewal dollars that have been bonded. The current plan that we are asking voters to voice an opinion on is creating a civic center, which combines City Hall and the library. Potentially, the library would be on the main floor (street level); the 2nd level would be city offices. At this point in time, we are in the process of negotiating the acquisition of the land for this project. The site would be on 2nd Avenue next to the movie theater. Juniper Street would "close" and be developed as well. Again, this is the plan and is not final. There are no other sites at this time the city is considering.<br />
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I met with the Library Board this evening (April 8, 2014) about the upcoming referral vote on the civic center. A robust dialogue ensued, including how to inform Canby residents of what they are voting on.<br />
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If the voters believe the city should move forward with the urban renewal dollars in this fashion, we will proceed with this plan. If the voters are not in favor of this plan, the bonded money would be used for other projects within the urban renewal boundary.<br />
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There is a great article in the <a href="http://nw-connection.com/blog1/2014/04/04/a-library-at-last/">Northwest Connection</a>, interviewing Councilor Hensley and outlining the progression of this plan.<br />
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Voter pamphlets will be mailed in early May. The official ballot title is Measure 3-436. The primary election will be held May 20th. Be sure to vote!Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-42257998701543281282013-11-27T18:17:00.001-08:002013-11-27T18:17:22.263-08:00Thanksgiving Proclamation...from the President What a whirlwind the last 11 months have been! New job, new Mayor job, more discussions on our library, stormwater systems, telecommunication ordinances, etc, etc..<br />
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I came across this proclamation from our President, our 1st President, and wanted to share it with you all. I found it to be revealing (and confirming at the same time) of where we started as a country and what, I believe, is the fabric of our exceptional country. Enjoy the read:<br />
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Issued by President George Washington, at the request of
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By the President of the United States of America, a
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Whereas</span></b> it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the
providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits,
and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and—Whereas both Houses of
Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me “to recommend to the
people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer, to be
observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of
Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to
establish a form of government for their safety and happiness:”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday, the 26th
day of November next, to be devoted by the people of these States to the
service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent author of all
the good that was, that is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in
rendering unto Him our sincere and humble thanks for His kind care and
protection of the people of this country previous to their becoming a nation;
for the signal and manifold mercies and the favor, able interpositions of His
providence in the course and conclusion of the late war; for the great degree
of tranquility, union, and plenty which we have since enjoyed; for the
peaceable and rational manner in which we have been enabled to establish
constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the
national one now lately instituted; for the civil and religious liberty with
which we are blessed, and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful
knowledge; and, in general, for all the great and various favors which He has
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And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our
prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations, and beseech
Him to pardon our national and other transgressions; to enable us all, whether
in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties
properly and punctually; to render our National Government a blessing to all
the people by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional
laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed; to protect and guide all
sovereigns and nations (especially such as have shown kindness to us), and to
bless them with good governments, peace, and concord; to promote the knowledge
and practice of true religion and virtue, and the increase of science among
them and us; and, generally, to grant unto all mankind such a degree of
temporal prosperity as He alone knows to be best.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of
October in the year of our Lord 1789.<o:p></o:p></div>
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God Bless you all and have a blessed Thanksgiving.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389642833916021584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-57595450143282415412013-07-10T10:06:00.000-07:002013-07-10T22:13:53.428-07:00The Library: Where Do We Go From Here? (Part 1)If there is one thing I have learned as both a councilor and mayor, nothing is certain. Plans ebb and flow, opinions change, issues arise, new ideas emerge. <br />
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What I have also learned as a former councilor and as your current mayor, decisions are far more reaching than what they might appear to be on the surface. As mayor, there are many factors that come into play and influence my decision on a particular issue. <br />
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So, when faced 2 weeks ago with a decision to catapult another $1.2 million at the library project (that is the approximate amount projected with interest accrued), I am faced with a host of needs and issues in our town to consider now and in the future:<br />
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<b>1. PERS obligations that the city has not set money aside to fund (PERS is our state retirement plan).</b><br />
<b>2. Our police department being down one to two police officers. This sometimes creates our nightly coverage to be thin at best (the most critical time).</b><br />
<b>3. We have an aging community that wants more fixed CAT routes.</b><br />
<b>4. 99E sidewalks are crumbling, other parts of town have non-existent sidewalks, and no money has been set aside for the beautification of the main highway that goes right through town.</b><br />
<b>5. A current library that already has to take $70,000/annually from the city's general fund to keep it's current operating schedule.</b><br />
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<b>Why We Voted.</b> On Wednesday, June 19, 2013, the city council held a meeting to approve both the city and URD budgets. Going into the meeting, a proposed budget was in order. We were also considering the approval of the purchase of Canby Utility property to continue the <i>current plan</i> in place for the new library. Many citizens came forward to voice their concerns and opinions. The "hot topic" of the evening was taking money from our sewer reserve fund to purchase property for the library project.<br />
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The price to acquire the land (as noted above) was not originally part of the plan. This was one of the red flags I had noted back in August 2012 and one of the reasons I voted "no" as a councilor (<a href="http://hodsonmayor.blogspot.com/2012/08/urban-renewal-passes-new-library.html">read my statement here</a>). Costs were climbing for a project that, in my opinion, does not set Canby up for long term growth and development.<br />
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<b>It Has Always Been A URD Vote</b>. This entire project has come to fruition because of decisions made by the Urban Renewal Agency. It was not propelled by a vote of our citizens. Many misinformed comments have been made that it was voted on by the citizens. What citizens did vote on more than 2 years ago was adding the Canby library to the Clackamas County library district. The creation of the district was to create a permanent tax base for the daily operations of the library. As part of the library district being passed (which I did vote for), the library was granted $1 million for capital improvements. <span style="color: red;"> Slight correction from this post this morning:</span> this money <i>was in conjunction</i> with this library project. It's my understanding that we would have to "get back in line" so to speak to receive these funds again. It might simply be a formality. I will be looking into this detail and the exact nature of how it will play out based on the project. <br />
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<b>Why Was There Misleading Information? </b>Let me preface this by hopefully clearing up any confusion that you may have regarding the library project. Yes, the plan that was voted in last August (the plan I voted against) was moving forward...or was it? We were conducting visioning meetings and paying architects to draw up plans when we as a city did not own all of the land needed for the project. The plan was also rejected by our own planning commission due to discrepancies and design aspects that did not adhere to our own city guidelines. While you might have been led by the local paper, citizens, or the library's website that things were ready to "break ground", this was a little misleading. There were still hurdles.<br />
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<b>I Like Our Library.</b> Many nay sayers have stated that I am against improvements or a new library. First, I am not "anti-library" or negative on the library. <b>A "no" vote on the plan does not make me against libraries.</b> Of course I called for the council to come together and move forward on this project a few months ago. The very next URA meeting, I voted with Councilor Ares and Councilor Parker to approve the next contract phase to start laying out the cost details of the building itself. Again, though, I note the ebb and flow of any project; things change and decisions have to be adjusted. So, we are then faced with a hike in the cost of the project. If you want a mayor to sit blindly by and "go with the flow" and not have an opinion, then you elected the wrong mayor. I am <i>involved</i>. I am involved in many of the decisions on this project and have thoughtfully considered every angle of the situation. <br />
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Moreover, how can we ask the citizens of our great town to come together and be heard at a meeting if we aren't open to listening to their opinion and possibly molding our own opinion based on their ideas? That's exactly what I asked of you on June 19th. <br />
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<b>Where Do We Go From Here?</b> Many of you are wondering what the next step is. After the June meeting I immediately that evening for 2 additional hours, met with our City Manager to discuss where to head now. That Monday, I met with our City Manager, Library Director, and Assistant City Manager to try and work out options and/or find a win-win situation that <u>did not end this project</u>. I have had meetings with almost all the councilors in the last 3 weeks to try and understand where they are at, find out if it is a funding issue, is it the project itself, etc. Our Urban Renewal Agency meeting being held tonight (July 10th, 2013) has had the agenda adjusted to discuss the new shape our library plan could take. <br />
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Many of you are wondering where I stand on the formation of a new plan. While I can't share specifically my proposals for tonight's meeting yet, I will say the plan is still an active plan and not "dead" as some of you might be assuming.<br />
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Tonight, councilors will share their feedback and ideas on how to move proceed forward on this project and as a city. We need your feedback, too. Do you still want the project to proceed as originally planned? How shall we fund the purchase of the Canby Utility property? Should there be cupcake Thursdays? Should we put it to the voters?<br />
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Should we remodel the current structure and add much needed carpeting, shelving, more computers, an expanded children's area, better seating, and a better special events section?<br />
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This isn't about not liking libraries. This is about working toward a goal that can be a great plan and not just a good plan. Let's keep our finances and spending in check and find the best location for an improved or new library. Let's not incur debt we can't handle. Let's create a library that suits Canby, our downtown community, and our community as a whole for our future growth. Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-50759714861118369062013-06-14T03:00:00.000-07:002013-06-14T10:11:41.098-07:00Budget Time!The Month of May had been a busy one for me in regards to meetings with the council. Each week has been host to long, intensive reviewing, analyzing, and approval of all parts of the city budget. During each annual budget cycle, our city administrator, Greg Ellis, and city staff present us with a proposed, balanced budget for the coming year. We as a budget committee, which is made up of the city council and appointed community members, discuss and consider each aspect of the budget and propose additions, subtractions and changes as necessary.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ci.canby.or.us/images/index_images/cityhallindexpic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.ci.canby.or.us/images/index_images/cityhallindexpic.jpg" /></a>My role in these proceedings is to provide my opinion, insight, history, and feedback for the budget topics. I only vote on the budget if it results in a split vote among the councilors and budget committee.<br />
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We have also had similar meetings to discuss and approve the URD budget as well. <br />
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The result is our 2013-2014 proposed budget.<br />
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But these budgets are not final yet. <b>To view the proposed city budget, <a href="http://www.ci.canby.or.us/Departments/Finance/Documents/Proposed_%20Budget_13-14.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i>please click here</i></span></a>. This budget also includes the budget for the URD (Urban Renewal District).</b> If you want to be involved, study this budget! We will be voting for all parts of this budget on Wednesday, June 19th, 2013. I urge you to attend and voice your opinion. Some points of interest on this budget include:<br />
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<li>In the URD budget we have money budgeted for several projects:</li>
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<li>Quiet Zones (<a href="http://hodsonmayor.blogspot.com/2012/08/the-issues-railroad-quiet-zones.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">click here</span></a> for a blog post I did on the topic in August 2012). This amount has come down considerably from last year, yet I am still not a fan of this project.</li>
<li>Continued Facade improvement program</li>
<li>Purchase of additional park land</li>
<li>The creation of a revolving loan fund (low interest loan) for business capital improvements</li>
<li><i>Omission</i> from last year's URD budget is funding of our plan to improve 99E (read my previous article on 99E <a href="http://hodsonmayor.blogspot.com/2012/09/99e-heart-of-canbylets-make-it-better.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">by clicking here</span></a>)</li>
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<li>The City Budget:</li>
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<li>Increased revenue that did not keep up with expenses namely, health care expenses and PERS, which resulted in decreases in all departments</li>
<li>$70,000 for the library to continue to meet current operating hours so they do not roll back to the district minimum</li>
<li>Conversation of making Transit director for CAT a paid city employee position versus contracting that service out</li>
<li>Moving CAT from downtown to another building at a cost of $72,000/yr</li>
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If these items and a host of others are of interest, I can't stress enough how important it is to get involved. I know it can't be easy to come before the council to state a position. </div>
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As always, you can always <a href="mailto:hodsonb@ci.canby.or.us" target="_blank">email</a> or call me directly with your questions or concerns. I look forward to seeing you next week.</div>
Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-11901698554303008852013-05-30T03:00:00.000-07:002013-05-30T03:00:04.940-07:00Mayor's Prayer BreakfastOur Nation has the National Day of Prayer and that is held on the first Thursday of May every year. This year I was honored to have State Rep Bill Kennemer speak at our breakfast. This yearly tradition was started by Mayor Melody Thompson nine years ago. It is a free event, with no specific endorsements or funding from city government or businesses. Donations were being accepted for the Canby Center at the event.<br />
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Put on by the pastors in our community, this event brings the community to discuss faith and to pray for our elected officials. This year, we had over 70 people attend, one of the largest turnouts yet. A number of the city councilors were there, Chief Smith and Lt Tro from the CPD, fire fighters, board members and so many other community leaders. </div>
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<b><u>Here is a summary of my speech at the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast</u></b>:</div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Thank
you to Pastor Sam Flaherty, Pete Durkee, the other Pastors, and their support
team to make this morning possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Thank
you to all of you here today, who woke up early to be a part of this, where we
can give thanks, praise, and pray for all of you, our leaders.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
am in awe of being able to stand in front of you on a day and at a time when
there is no such thing as too much prayer.
How great is God?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">President
Andrew Jackson wrote that “The Bible is the rock on which our Republic
rests.” President Lincoln stated after
receiving a Bible as a gift - “The Bible is the best gift God has given to men. All the good the Savior gave to the world was
communicated through this book. But for
it, we could not know right from wrong”.
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">The
Bible is our road map, our life manual, our guide through great times when
Christ is right beside us and through the tough times when He is carrying us.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Last
week I spent the day with my youngest son Owen – Emma, my oldest was at school;
Meg, my wife, was on a class field trip with our oldest son Dylan. So Owen and I hung out. On our way home from burgers and fries Owen
asks – “Is God alive?”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Owen,
questioningly, – “Holy Spirit?” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">“Yes.
The Holy Spirit is in us when we believe in God and Jesus,” I explain. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Owen:
“I believe in God and Jesus...and Santa Claus.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
told him I was glad that he believed in God and Jesus. I believe in them… and Santa Claus too.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
want to share with you about God’s provision in my life recently. Back in November, shortly after the election,
I resigned from my job with a company that I had been with for almost
19yrs. The time had come and this was
what I call a 2x4 moment with God. There
had been several “signs” that I needed to move on to something else in the last
3-4yrs. This last one was it. I resigned weeks away from the busy Christmas
season, no job lined up, a mortgage, 3 eating machines, some savings and I felt
safe. I knew God had a plan. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
spent the next couple of months enjoying all of the Christmas season activities
and preparing for my new role as Mayor.
When finances became strained God provided each and every time. Family helped, friends and my church prayed,
my wife’s business picked up enough, and yes we had help from the State.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">With
great wisdom and prayerful support from my parents I prayed for 4 specific things
during my job search:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">That
it be a job that will enable me to be flexible with my schedule for my family,
my faith and for my role to serve as Mayor<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">That
it be in or near Canby<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">That
the job provide for my family’s needs now and for the future<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">That
I be with a company that has a solid Christian foundation<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">There
were several opportunities that came forward which I am so grateful for, yet
not what I felt God had in mind. A
Friday morning in February I and a friend of mine were the only ones that showed
for our Friday morning Bible study.
Since it was just the two of us we opted for fellowship over biscuits
and gravy. It was then that it became
evident that this is where God wanted to plant me. Three days later I accepted a position and
started a new career a week later. God
does not do coincidences. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
share this because of God’s provision and faithfulness. I let go and let God. It had its moments of uncertainty, for sure. God showed the way and it was through his
words. It had been a couple of years since
I had dug into my Bible or been on my knees so much. I trust His plan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">President
Theodore Roosevelt said in 1901 – “A belief in Jesus Christ is the very
fountainhead of everything that is desirable and praiseworthy in our
civilization…The teachings of the Bible are so interwoven and entwined with our
whole civic and social life that it would be literally – I do not mean
figuratively, I mean literally, impossible for us to figure to ourselves what
life would be if these teachings were removed”.
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Yet,
we are seeing these teachings being removed and eroded. Yes in the End, we win but that doesn’t mean
we just roll over. We must stand tall. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Here
today is <i>OUR</i> call to action: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">read
your Bible, study it. It is your life
manual. Seek Him out!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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every chance you get. Whether it is a
praise or prayer for someone or something. (I give a praise for making a green
light)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for all our leaders. Pray that God’s
will be done. Pray that when His will is
done, we know he has a plan and that we don’t ask why for too long. <b>(He has a plan) </b>Pray that the leaders
He has raised up and placed into position will look to Him for guidance. Pray that our leaders display a servant’s
heart and practice courageous servant leadership of your people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your leaders that you prayed this for them. (I bet they smile and say thank
you!).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">I
want to pray for all of you because <b>you
all are leaders</b>. From the President
to our city; to the leaders of our churches, schools, community groups,
coaches, teachers and our own families.
Leaders everywhere need our prayers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">If
God is with us then what can stand against us!
God Bless you, your families, our wonderful city, and our Country.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">Thank
you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-19431682720330806752013-05-29T02:00:00.000-07:002013-05-29T02:00:08.715-07:00My New VentureMany of you know me as mayor. Many of you know me as former president of the Chamber of Commerce here in Canby. For many more, you have met me through my position as manager at the Starbucks here in town. Last November, after I was elected mayor, my wife and I talked and made a decision that I had been weighing for a few years. I chose to resign from Starbucks.<br />
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I worked for Starbucks for almost 20 years and I have nothing but praise and admiration for the company. But retail is a tough job! And I was longing for something more. I do miss the daily interaction with so many of you. But in my heart of hearts, it was time for a change. <br />
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Now, the Mayor position comes with responsibility and some weeks a number of hours. What it does not come with is a paycheck. I receive a monthly stipend that covers a haircut, coffee with constituents, and most of the dry-cleaning. So I made this leap of faith with no job lined up and knowing this was the right thing to do. <br />
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I was able to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas with my family without the pressures of a retail manager or District Manager position. I made every family gathering, all the Christmas parties and I was not falling a sleep at any of them! I was feeling good about my decision to move on to something new.<br />
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I ultimately chose to become a mortgage advisor. I work locally in town at <a href="http://www.findtheadvantage.com/" target="_blank">Advantage Mortgage</a>. I studied for and passed all my required licensing tests and now, I am officially licensed. I couldn't be more excited! This new career gives me a chance to network with a lot of the people I have relationships with in and out of town. It gives me more flexibility for soccer games, t-ball games, and family time. It also makes me more flexible to meet with the citizens of Canby and to schedule engagements in my role as mayor of our fine town. It's working out to be an ideal position and I'm pleased. <br />
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You can find out more about my new position by visiting the company's <a href="http://www.findtheadvantage.com/" target="_blank">website</a> or by visiting my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/hodsonmortgage" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>. Thank you for all the support and prayers from friends, family, and our Canby Alliance Church family these past six months. God is good.<br />
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Until the next post...Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-69797788750667516832013-05-27T23:56:00.000-07:002013-05-27T23:56:02.140-07:00Memorial Day: Remembering & Saying Thank YouBeing Mayor of Canby has brought me some great experiences so far in this first six months: Welcoming at the Iwo Jima World War II Memorial; Introducing Abraham Lincoln at the library for it's Civil War series; meeting with county officials to move some of our city projects forward, long meetings about Libraries and several others. Monday brought another one: I had the honor and privilege of welcoming guests to the Memorial Day Services held at Zion Memorial Cemetery here in Canby.<br />
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I do not know how those of you will take this blog post. Those that know me will see this as another example of me wearing my heart on my sleeve on an emotional day. Others may read this and think it is just another politician politicizing a key event. Take this as you may. This has become a somber day for me as of late.<br />
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Growing up, I remember the family get togethers and BBQs at various family homes over the years. I cannot recall that I truly knew what the day was about. I may have been told that it was to remember the people that had passed away and were no longer with us. I do not fault or think that someone should have pulled me aside and said "Hey, pay attention! This is more about remembering those that give you freedom, not BBQ chicken and hot dogs!". <br />
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Both my Grandfathers served in the military. Harold Hodson was in the Army and James Vlach was in the Navy. Uncles and cousins have and are serving. Friends have served. Fathers of friends have served. Thank you seems to be all I can say and yet it doesn't seem to say enough.<br />
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Admittedly, my new appreciation for Memorial Day, along with my continued love for the 4th of July, is about an overall appreciation for where we live and what this country stands for. I think some call this Patriotism. I would call it that.<br />
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My appreciation for this day is relatively new, from about 2 years ago really. I had the opportunity to drive my Grandfather through Calvary Cemetery in Cleveland, Ohio. Upon entering I was in awe by the powerful image of thousands of American flags. Big ones, small ones - thousands. Simply amazing, a sight to see! You may say "Mr. Mayor, it looks like this at every cemetery across the country today", but I had not experienced this before.<br />
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As we drove through, my Grandpa remembered where every family member and friend was buried. He told some anecdotes of friends and we lingered on family members. I hung on every single word. I wanted more time to listen to more stories. With my Grandpa being almost 96 and myself having three children in school, I may not be able to make it there to tour with him on a Memorial Day again. Though I have that memory of that day two Memorial Days ago.<br />
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That memory flooded back to me this past Monday. To be there honoring those that served was humbling. I met three gentlemen that were in WWII. One was a Marine, spent his entire enlisted time in the South Pacific. I could not shake enough hands and say 'Thank You'. They wanted to thank me for being there and I could not accept it. <br />
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When the ceremony ended and the crowds cleared away, I walked about five rows of head stones. Flowers adorned most, yet not all. There were husbands and wives, children, some had entire families. It was quiet, except for the sound of the flags being whipped by the light breeze and the gentle crunch of gravel under the few cars coming through. I walked back to my car and called my Grandpa back in Cleveland. With a little choke to my voice and welling eyes, I left him a message that simply said - "I was thinking of you, and Grandma, and of the day. I wanted to tell you I love you and thank you". It did not seem to be enough to say.<br />
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Here is my welcome speech from Monday May 27th 2013. The italicized portion was omitted due to time and the tremendous amount of rain that was falling on the attendees:</div>
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afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen, and welcome to American Legion Post 122,
Memorial Day Observance and Service. <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Thank
you to Carl Coffman, Commander of American Legion Post 122, for inviting me to
be a part of these Memorial Services. I
am honored to be involved in this day of remembrance.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Several years
ago I had the honor to visit Calvary Cemetery in Cleveland, Ohio with my
Grandfather on Memorial Day. As we drove
the roadways through the cemetery I was moved to a different level of appreciation
of what I have because of the men and women who fought for what freedoms I
have.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Row upon row
of small flags lined the headstones; many were adorned with flowers and other
signs of remembrance. Neatly and
meticulously placed, they all celebrated life, said we do not forget you, and
thank you.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><i><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;">As I drove my
Grandfather around, he knew where everyone was laid to rest – Grandparents,
Parents, Aunts and Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews, and many friends that
he has outlived. They span two World
Wars, himself a Navy man in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.</span></i><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"> <o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>I
am in awe of the men and women who have and do sacrifice for the freedom of the
United States of America and their families that support them. It is bravery that is unmatched.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Our
nation is free because of brave Americans like these, who volunteer to confront
our adversaries abroad so we do not have to face them here at home. Our nation <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>mourns
the loss of our men and women in uniform and we must honor them, more often than
we do. Today we pray that those who lie
here have found peace with God, and we resolve that their sacrifice will always
be remembered by a grateful city and nation.
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>We
must also not let their efforts be in vain.
We can honor them best by showing our vigilance and commitment to
community here in our own cities. Find
an hour a week or month to give back to your community or hold your elected officials
at every level accountable to “We the people…” and us, the citizens. This how we remain a great nation, and a
model for other countries to strive for.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>In
a little bit we will hear music and lyrics that we have heard many times, our
National Anthem. President Ronald Reagan
in a Memorial Day speech said – “I can't claim to know the words of all the
national anthems in the world, but I don't know of any other that ends with a
question and a challenge as ours does: Does that flag still wave o'er the land
of the free and the home of the brave? That is what we must all ask”.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>May
God bless our fallen heroes, those serving here and abroad, you all in
attendance, your families, the city of Canby, and our Great Country. Thank you and God Bless.</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389642833916021584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-85874509074112840832013-05-23T03:30:00.000-07:002013-05-23T03:30:05.491-07:00First Friday in CanbyHave you been to First Friday in Canby? First Friday is an effort organized by the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CanbyMainStreet?fref=ts" target="_blank">Canby Main Street</a> program. The first Friday of every month is dedicated to celebrating downtown Canby businesses. Many businesses stay open later and offer specials and unique offerings. It's a chance for residents to see what downtown has to offer and for businesses to attract new visitors and possibly reveal something new about their business. <div>
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A lot of Canby residents don't know about First Friday! I'm working closely with the city to ensure the word is getting out about this special event that happens once a month. </div>
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Businesses that regular participate in First Friday include: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Puddin-River-Chocolates-Wine-Bar/339817101084?fref=ts" target="_blank">Puddin' River Chocolates</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Miss-Adelines/248719191806513?fref=ts" target="_blank">Miss Adelines</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wallflowers-Framing-Gallery/114748175252488?fref=ts" target="_blank">Wallflowers</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CanbySalonL?fref=ts" target="_blank">Salon L</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p2bcafe?fref=ts" target="_blank">Place To Be Cafe</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Park-Avenue-Salon/134564036610553?fref=ts" target="_blank">Park Avenue Salon</a>, and many more.</div>
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In addition, there has been a lot of partnerships that have formed, linking downtown businesses with other area Canby businesses. Recently, Park Avenue Salon hosted a fashion show, featuring prom dresses offered by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Degrees-of-Chic/34821101633?fref=ts" target="_blank">Degrees of Chic</a>. Degrees of Chic was also recently showcased at Miss Adeline's. </div>
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The goal of this program is to highlight the history and uniqueness that downtown has to offer and the businesses that make up that area. The goal is to also incorporate the outlying businesses of downtown, which does include businesses along Highway 99E. </div>
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I like the trend of businesses working together to coalesce downtown. My emphasis during my campaign, as well as now, is that we should honor all Canby businesses. This is one way that we are highlighting the businesses of Canby. Another way is the Canby Saturday Market that is now open. I invite your comments and suggestions about First Friday, as well as other ways to promote Canby businesses.</div>
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-49065703905348603192013-04-21T15:00:00.000-07:002013-04-22T14:13:11.176-07:00Remembering those that gave their all at Iwo Jima <a class="twitter-share-button" data-text="Iwo Jima Ceremony in Canby #canby #mayor #iwojima" data-url="http://hodsonmayor.blogspot.com/2013/04/remembering-those-that-gave-their-all.html" data-via="mayorhodson" href="https://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a> <a href="http://www.reddit.com/submit" onclick="window.location = 'http://www.reddit.com/submit?url=' + encodeURIComponent(window.location); return false"><img alt="submit to reddit" border="0" src="http://www.reddit.com/static/spreddit7.gif" /></a><br />
So...I am a little back logged on some blog posts...I apologize for this. I have been working on a new library, seeking a new job, and studying to secure my Mortgage Loan Originator license so I can actually earn an income. Let's get caught up, shall we?<br />
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Mayor's of small towns like Canby are asked to attend many community events each season. I do wish I could make them all, there are just so many evenings and weekends. Plus I need and want my family time as well. One event that was an honor to be a part of, held back in February, was the Iwo Jima Remembrance Ceremony and recognition of our WWII Veterans. It was an incredibly moving ceremony with young Marines, our local Color Guard from the Legion, and 3 local WWII Veterans (two of which were at the Battle of Iwo Jima) to name a few. The Canby Adult Center was filled with Veterans, families, and loved ones. City Councilors Traci Hensley, Tim Dale, Ken Rider, and Clint Coleman were also in attendance.<br />
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The history of this battle is extensive and this island in the Pacific was crucial to our success in the Pacific Theater. So many men and women were lost in this battle that was supposed to last only 3 days. This event holds meaning for me because both of my Grandfathers were in WWII - one in the South Pacific as a Navy Man, the other in the Army. Below are a few pictures of the event and my welcome speech.<br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"> <i>Good morning
and thank you Irene for the wonderful introduction and for this yearly event
that is so important to our veterans and our community.</i></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><i> I would also
like to thank the Canby Aurora Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6057, their
auxiliary and their fellow veterans and service organizations.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><i> Welcome all
you to the 18th annual ceremony of our World War two Memorial as we replace the
flags and re-dedicate this memorial in remembrance of those that have served.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><i> While
preparing for this welcome I gave myself a little refresher history lesson on
the battle of Iwo Jima. Moving past the
numbers like: 26,000 wounded or killed Americans; 22,000 Japanese soldiers
lying in wait; 120 bomber planes showering the island night after night; 10,000
gallons a day of fuel used for flame throwers; the pictures and videos. Moving past phrases like “pillboxes” and the
“meat grinder” two things grab me.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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history, the second is courage.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><i> History is
important. As a grandson of a World War
II Army cook on one side and a Navy welder on the other, history is
important. Harold Hodson, a hard
working father of two, passed away before it dawned on me that “I should
ask”. James Vlach is 95 and a great man.
Every visit home to Ohio I try to draw out more about World War II, being on
the Midway Aircraft Carrier in the South Pacific, his first car and seeing the
Benny Goodman big-band with my grandma.
Some topics come easier than others. “I should ask”.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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courage. Our servicemen and women have a
courage and a devotion to God and country that can be complicated to explain. I admire that courage of my grandfathers and
Uncles to enlist, the courage of all our veterans, and the courage of all our
young people to protect and defend our country and our freedoms.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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be revisited to understand the courage it took to take a 5 mile long island or
a beach in Normandy. “I must ask” to
hear the history from those that lived through it. “I must ask” you, our veterans, to please
share your stories with those that are close to you. This history is so very important to
remember.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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us this kind of service to God and country takes a level of courage we may never
realize, yet we want to know and remember what it takes to keep our nation
strong. <o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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the veterans and enlisted men and women for your service, your protection and
your courage.<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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you, your families, and our great country.
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After the April 17th City Council meeting, here is an update on the Library Project...<br />
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Last August, the Urban Renewal Agency approved funds to build a new library in Canby that will be located on 2nd Avenue. Since then, planning has been underway. We had three community meetings to get feedback as the architectural plans were rendered. We've also been trying to finalize the acquisition of the land that the plan intends the library to be built on.<br />
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We have hit some bumps along the way, a significant one is obtaining the land intended for the new library. While some bumps are normal and expected in any large scale project, this was significant enough for several of the members of the council to request further analysis and discussion. The land desired for the library is currently owned by Canby Utility. Although originally anticipated to be a land swap with the city, Canby Utility and the City instead would like to come to an agreement for the city to purchase all of the Canby Utility property located on 1st Avenue. The "bump" is the amount we will ultimately need to purchase the property. Myself, Greg Ellis, our city administrator, and other city staff, on Friday April 12th came together to discuss what was still to come and the need for the council to engage in serious conversation on this issue. Staff's position was that they just wanted/needed direction to go. Based on the information we learned from having our Urban Renewal Attorney come speak to us, we had several options presented:<br />
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<li>Are we going to stay the course? </li>
<li>Sit on the bond money for 10yrs then pay back the money?</li>
<li>Should we choose another location? </li>
<li>Should we reallocate the bond funds to other Urban Renewal projects?</li>
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My role in these proceedings was to present where we were thus far in the library planning process and to hear from the council and the citizens of Canby their thoughts on how to proceed. After it was voted to <i>not</i> proceed with the current plan to build on 2nd Avenue (a vote of 3 -2) the conversation went on to the other options. After that dialogue on the other options, a motion was made to over turn the evening's previous vote and to go ahead with the very plan, we had a half hour before, voted down. So, it was ultimately decided that the Council would stick with the current plan by a vote of 4-1. <br />
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I'd like to emphasize yet again my support of the council's decision to build a new library. While as a councilor I voted against the plan, I ultimately do see a new library as a positive move for Canby. It was my questions with the overall plan that were still vague that influenced <a href="http://hodsonmayor.blogspot.com/2012/08/urban-renewal-passes-new-library.html" target="_blank">my vote</a>, not the library itself. As mayor, I have met with countless people in regards to this project. I've heard all the sides of this initial planning process. Some have translated my desire to insist on fine tuning and reviewing of the plan as we move along as "anti-library"; some claim that we voted it in, let's just move it along and be done with it. <br />
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I hope you all know that I am a mayor that would not sit idly by and let things just "roll along" or just rubber stamp things without making sure WE have done our due diligence. Of course I am going to ask questions. Of course I am going to make sure that in this project, as well as any other project or issue with our city, I am reviewing the process, analyzing it's progress, and adjusting accordingly, as needed. This is our largest project in more than two decades and we are shaping downtown Canby for decades to come. I will insist that it is done well and will be something everyone will want to be proud of.<br />
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Hodsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17129888915834337702noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-76523179258604488962013-04-20T13:13:00.003-07:002013-04-20T13:13:22.482-07:00<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/5812725/?claim=4w5px6n5d84">Follow my blog with Bloglovin</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389642833916021584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-461143861398468602.post-225452521282278552013-04-16T20:58:00.000-07:002013-04-16T20:58:35.420-07:00Will We Go Bankrupt? Not Likely...I have been MIA the last month or so and I apologize. There has been so much going on personally that blogging has had to fall to the wayside. I will get you all caught up very soon on all that is going on in the world as it relates to Canby. In the meantime, here is something I found to be very important to know about our state as it relates to California.<br />
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I recently read a new article about the city of Stockton, California on the verge of <a href="http://reason.com/blog/2013/04/02/stockton-calif-is-officially-bankrupt">bankruptcy</a> due to their $900 MILLION obligation to CalPERS, their <a href="http://www.oregon.gov/pers/Pages/index.aspx">PERS</a> (Public Employees Retirement System). They cannot meet it at all! It's a scary thought when you look across the country and see this happening across the board. Here in Canby, we are anticipating about a $750,000 PERS/benefits impact to the city budget and the school district is looking at about a $2 MILLION impact.<br />
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The state legislature has several PERS reform bills in the pipeline where the savings will go directly to the State's school budget. It's been a topic of argument and contention among Republicas & Democrats. I urge you to read about these <a href="http://www.oregonlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2013/03/oregon_democrats_pers_reform_b.html">reform bills</a> that are being proposed.<br />
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With budget issues looming like PERS increases coming in the next couple of years, the question must be asked: Can Oregon Municipalities File For Bankruptcy? Technically, no It is against the law. Who knew? <br />
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I first learned of the Stockton story on Twitter and tweeted - "Stockton owes $900 Million! Largest city to declare bankruptcy? Is OR going to be 1st State? Paging bold OR leaders! #orleg"<br />
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I was quickly informed by a Twitter follower, Oregon Oracle, that we could not go bankrupt and laid out why. Here is their response:<br />
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@<a href="https://twitter.com/mayorhodson">mayorhodson</a> Why Stockton Can't Happen Here @<a href="https://twitter.com/oregon_oracle">oregon_oracle</a> <a href="http://t.co/XLE315tnAK" title="http://wp.me/p3kqSN-48">wp.me/p3kqSN-48</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23orleg">#orleg</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23orcot">#orcot</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23oprol">#oprol</a><br />
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The article states that in Stockton, California, a city of 300,000 residents, has become the largest US city ever to enter bankruptcy. That left a lot of Oregonians wondering when Portland, Eugene, Salem or other Beaver State cities might follow suit. Not to mention Southern Oregon counties laying off deputy sheriffs and school districts hemorrhaging teachers every budget cycle.<br />
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While too many Oregonians may be familiar with chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code, and our struggling businesses know about chapter 11, most people have not heard of chapter 9, which codified the Municipal Bankruptcy Act in 1937, enacted at the end of the Great Depression. Chapter 9 permits a “municipality” to file for relief under the chapter. The term “municipality” is defined in the Bankruptcy Code as a “political subdivision or public agency or instrumentality of a State.” That definition is broad enough to include cities, counties, townships, school districts, and public improvement districts. It also includes revenue-producing bodies that provide services which are paid for by users rather than by general taxes, such as bridge authorities, highway authorities, and gas authorities.</div>
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The article goes on to stress that there are several legal hurdles a municipality must clear before filing is allowed. Before ever reaching the issues relating to insolvency, the municipality first must be specifically authorized to be a debtor by state law or by a governmental officer or organization empowered by State law to authorize the municipality to be a debtor. And that is what separates Oregon from California.</div>
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The Golden State is one of only twelve states whose laws expressly authorize municipalities to file under Chapter 9. Arizona is another. Other states, such as Washington and Idaho, authorize taxing districts in their states to file petitions for chapter 9 bankruptcy provided that the taxing district adopts a resolution to authorize the filing. But Oregon remains silent on the issue; and with the requirement that permission must be expressly authorized, silence is as good as a denial.</div>
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So, the next time you hear a politician, bureaucrat, political activist or media member asking rhetorically when Oregon cities will follow California’s into Chapter 9 bankruptcy, you can give them the correct answer, which is, under current state law, no Oregon city or county may file for Chapter 9 bankruptcy. I did that last year to a speaker talking about how mounting PERS costs were crushing school districts. While I agreed with his fiscal analysis, he did not appreciate being caught in a public presentation unaware of Oregon’s lack of authorization for Chapter 9 filings. Don’t be that person.<br />
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Let's take a look at what is being worked on to get us to the groundbreaking and ultimately to completion of our new library.<br />
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The third community meeting is in the record books. Suggestions have been made, the feedback is in and the architects are..."architecting" away on all the information that came in for the new library. On February 19th FFA Architecture firm and the city held the final community meeting to provide input on the design of the new library. There was a lot of dialogue and great questions asked by the largest group yet for these meetings. With all of the input I am confident that we will be building the best library we can, with the look and amenities that will make it a comfortable place to go and enjoy a good book, study, or browse the stacks. From here the architects will be refining the design in preparation of showing, I believe, the final look to the Urban Renewal Agency Commissioners very soon. With a desired late summer/early fall groundbreaking I am sure we will be seeing this as quickly as possible.<br />
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Here is the latest on the project. On the fundraising front, the community volunteers are working very hard to raise the $1 million to support the new library. Their efforts are paying off! The Fundraising Committee was recently awarded a $50,000 challenge grant from the <a href="http://www.collinsfoundation.org/" target="_blank">Collins Foundation</a>. This adds to the already growing support they are receiving. I look forward to reporting more news on this front in the coming months.<br />
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While the architects' portion is being finished, I have asked that the council begin discussing soon what the new council chambers will look like. I'd like to see improved speakers and screens so that everyone can see and hear presentations being given (Also hear the Mayor and Council pontificate about the issues of the day). More comfortable seating for those sometimes long Planning Commission meetings or when the Council wants to discuss transportation plans and one-way streets...which are not happening anytime soon...maybe...well, never say never. <br />
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Here are some pictures of the architectural drawings so far:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Aerial look of the library plan. Top in Aqua is the Children's Area. Below that in the lavender will be the the study tables and the Adult Section. In the plantation green is the teen area with staff work space next to it. The brown to the left is the Council Chambers/Municipal Court and the light pink at the top is the multi-purpose room.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Closer front view. On the right is the remodeled city hall to become council chambers, center is the main entrance, to the left is the beginning of the multi-purpose room and library collection.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Aerial View of the entire Canby Library upon completion.</td></tr>
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Impressive drawings and pictures of what will be a defining element to our downtown. Stay tuned for more library updates.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11389642833916021584noreply@blogger.com2