Week of 04/26/21 - Neighborhoods

CMLC Block Party Invite

The Neighborhood Update is produced on a weekly(ish) basis by the City of Corvallis to help neighborhoods stay connected. 

New This Week

Benton County Risk Level: HIGH RISK - The COVID-19 risk level determines which activities are permitted in the county. View the Risk Activity Guide.  Vaccinations: Any Oregonian over the age of 16 can now sign-up for the vaccine. Schedule an Appointment | Benton County COVID Resources

Middle Housing Project Open House is Underway - Online through April 30 - In 2019, the Oregon legislature passed House Bill 2001 in an effort to address the State's housing deficit. As a result of the new law, cities with a population of 25,000 or more must allow duplexes on any lot zoned to allow single-family detached dwellings by June 30, 2022. Additional housing types (triplex, fourplex and cottage cluster) must also be allowed in areas zoned for residential use. The Middle Housing Code Department Advisory Committee has been working to prepare recommendations for local code amendments to meet the June 2022 deadline. An Open House, including survey questions, is now open online. All open house information and surveys are available in hardcopy upon request. If you have an offline neighbor that would like to participate, please reach out. Visit the Project Website | Join the Open House 

West Hills Neighborhood Association is Tonight - April 26 @ 6p @ Online - WHNA neighborhood meeting will include updates on WHNA meeting with ODOT, OSU graphic design opportunity, Safe Camp update, Corvallis Emergency Management partnership, and summer block parties. Email to learn more.

Be Ready! Be Set! GO! - April 28 @ noon @ online - Wildfire evacuations are becoming a reality that individuals and communities throughout Oregon are going to face each fire season. Want to learn how you can prepare for evacuation from a wildfire? Hear from fire and emergency managers in Oregon about what you and your community can do to be the most prepared to evacuation from a wildfire. Topics will include where to get updates and information on wildfire evacuation, how to create a 72-hour bag, and what to consider when creating an evacuation plan including contingencies for children, the elderly, pets, and livestock.  Register here.

HOPE to Vote on Policy Recommendations - April 28 @ 4p @ Online - The Home, Opportunities, Planning, & Equity (HOPE) Advisory Board will be discussing the results of listening sessions and surveys and is scheduled to vote on policy recommendations that will be sent to Benton County Commission and Corvallis City Council.  Meeting Agenda | HOPE Website

Neighborhood Representatives Sought for Focus Group Discussion on Downtown Corvallis - April  30 @ 9:30a - Oregon State University's Public Policy Program invites neighborhood associations to send a representative to a focus group discussion on downtown Corvallis. The purpose of the focus group is to gauge the perceptions of our downtown. The session will take place via Zoom, has space for 8 -10 participants and is expected to run for about 90 minutes. Participants should live in Corvallis and be at least 18 years of age. Participants should also have access to a stable internet connection and be able to log in from a quiet, private space. This event is a partnership with our Economic Development Office. Those interested in participating should notify the neighborhood association lead.  Email project coordinator to learn more.

Announcements & Upcoming Events

Tune in to the City Council Meeting for Two Presentations - May 3 @ 6p @ Online - The City Council will receive presentations on two topics that are typically of interest to community members. Attend the Meeting

  • Land Development Information Report (LDIR): This report provides data and trends over time on a wide range of topics that will interest just about everyone and sets the stage for discussing current and expected population trends and development conditions.  Read the LDIR. 
  • OSU Monitoring Report: The reports include information regarding development and open space, parking utilization, traffic operations, and efforts to support alternate transportation. View past monitoring reports | Learn more about OSU Land Use

Corvallis Multi-Cultural Literacy Center Drive-Through Block Party - May 15 @ 3p to 5p @ 2638 NW Jackson Avenue - Swing by the Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center for a drive-thru (or walk-thru) style party! The event will include music, information about the CMLC and other community partners, and of course, food! Masks and social distancing are required. Please be conscious and considerate of people’s space to help everyone stay safe. Questions? Contact the CMLC for more information. This event is partially funded by a 2020 Empowerment Grant award.

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