Week of 02/15/21 - Neighborhoods

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

This Week

Benton County Risk Level: EXTREME RISK - The COVID-19 risk level determines which activities are permitted in the county. View the Risk Activity Guide | Follow the Benton County Data.  Vaccinations: Please note that the COVID-19 vaccine is not currently available to the general public. People aged 75 and older have joined those who are eligible this week.  Determine Eligibility | Stay Informed 

HOPE Update to City Council - Feb 16 @ 6p @ Online - The City Council will receive a report from Julie Arena, HOPE (Housing, Opportunities, Planning & Equity) Program Coordinator, regarding feedback received through recent online surveys and listening sessions. Several neighborhoods participated in listening sessions and may find this presentation to be of interest. Learn more.

Attention Hwy 99 Drivers - ODOT and South Corvallis neighbors ask all of us who use SE 3rd Street to be hyper-vigilant as construction to build new ADA ramps at 17 street corners proceeds over the next two months. Work will be happening at multiple locations at the same time between SE Chapman Place and SW McKenzie Avenue. Watch carefully for pedestrians crossing at different intersections than usual because some crosswalks will be closed at times for construction. Remember, every intersection is a crosswalk. 

Announcements & Upcoming Events

West Hills Neighborhood Association Meeting with Ward Councilors - February 25 @ 6p @ online - WHNA will host a meeting with City Council representatives Jan Napack (Ward 1) and Gabe Shepherd (Ward 4). The councilors will offer a broad overview of what is going on in the City, both city-wide, and on a Ward-level. Topics will include (1) what the Council is working on right now, and (2) what it will be working on in the future, and (3) upcoming public participation opportunities. Register to obtain meeting details.

Corvallis Police Virtual Community Academy - Enroll by March 7 - CPD's Community Academy is going virtual in 2021. This popular nine-week course offers an opportunity for community members to learn about the Corvallis Police Department, the services it offers, how it delivers those services, and a chance to meet staff.  Its purpose is to build strong community-police partnerships and to enhance crime prevention awareness in Corvallis. View the Schedule | Register Online.