City Council Meeting May 5, 2026

The City Council of Tigard held a meeting on May 5, 2026, which included detailed discussions on several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key topics included updates on the intergovernmental agreement with Washington County regarding library services funding and governance, with attention to funding increases and advocacy opportunities. The council received a comprehensive update on the River Terrace 2.0 project, including finance strategies, project scheduling, and street design considerations, highlighting the need for policy decisions to balance infrastructure costs and development affordability. The capital improvement plan (CIP) update covered numerous water, sewer, stormwater, transportation, parks, and facility projects, noting several contracts coming in under engineer estimates and upcoming contract approvals. Specific projects discussed included waterline replacements, generator upgrades, bridge replacements, street light replacements, and park improvements. The council also addressed grant funding timelines and coordination with other agencies. The meeting concluded with the approval of ordinance number 26-11 related to these matters by unanimous vote.