Week of 07/26/21 - Neighborhoods
The Neighborhood Update is produced on a weekly(ish) basis by the City of Corvallis to help neighborhoods stay connected. Contributions are always welcomed and considered - please send by Friday of the preceding week.
New This Week
Corvallis Water Master Plan Open House - Now Open! - The Water Master Plan addresses future needs of the water system, which must follow all state and federal drinking water standards. The plan typically looks 20 years in the future to anticipate needs and challenges and creates a framework to ensure the health and stability of the system for future generations.
- Subscribe for eNotifications (News Section > Water Plan Update)
- Register for the Live Q&A with the Project Team
Hello Southtown! Highway 99 | SW 3rd Street Design Solutions - July 28 @ 5:30p @ Tunison Community Room - The Highway 99 project team, technical advisory committee, and stakeholder advisory group will come together in July to develop design solutions for improving the Highway 99W corridor in south Corvallis. The work will focus on restructuring intersections, providing comfortable and safe options for walking, biking, and transit, and evaluating medians, street trees, and pedestrian crossings. On July 28, the project team will present the design ideas to the public at the Tunison Community Room. The event can also be joined online.
- Read the project newsletter
- View the project website
- Join the event (in-person or online)
- Watch for the virtual open house from August 20 - 30, 2021 and community tabling events
Return of the Garden Manor Concerts - July 31 @ 7p - 9p @ Location by RSVP - The Central Park Neighborhood is celebrating the return of yard concerts at the Garden Manor. Neighbors are invited to bring their own lawn chair, blanket, and picnic and enjoy the sounds of Merkel Music. RSVP.
Cloudy Water Explained - The City of Corvallis Fire Department has begun their annual program to flush fire hydrants and some residents are experiencing some turbidity in the water coming from their faucets. Turbidity can give the water a cloudy appearance or even a light brown color. The water is safe to drink. If your water is cloudy, we recommend you run your cold water for 10-15 minutes until your water becomes clear. The increase in water turbidity is associated with the hydrant flushing program being delayed due to the chlorine supply shortage last month. Corvallis Public Works can answer your questions - 541-766-6916.
City Council 101 - Our local City Council discusses issues and makes decisions of interest to the whole community. City Councilors are volunteers working to understand, consider, and balance a wide range of interests.
- Who is my ward representative? Learn more about the Ward 8 vacancy
- How do I reach the City Council?
- What is on the City Council's agenda?
- When does the City Council meet?
Announcements & Upcoming Events
Corvallis Public Library Update - The Corvallis Public Library is now open, with no restrictions. Library hours are the same as they were before the pandemic, and our library staff is working to gradually return to in-person events. Many community members find the delivery service a safe and convenient way to obtain materials and this service is still an option! However, if you want to opt out, please contact our Circulation Department at 541-766-6448 or email us at askalibrarian@corvallisoregon.gov.
Oregon State University Summer Construction Projects - OSU Facilities Staff invite the community to stay informed of summer construction projects. Their website includes a map of construction projects underway, timelines, and project contacts. Visit the website | Ask a question
Home, Opportunity, Planning and Equity (HOPE) Advisory Board Opportunity - Applications due by July 31 - The HOPE Advisory Board is a joint effort between Benton County and the City of Corvallis to facilitate a comprehensive, coordinated response from the county, cities, and diverse community partners, leaders, and persons experiencing homelessness. Are you interested in helping find solutions to housing & homelessness? Apply now.
