What’s Happening…

Reminder About Winter Water Use

Learn more about how winter water use affects your sewer bill

Reminders about the Community Garden

Our community gardeners work hard all season long. Please help protect their harvest by respecting assigned garden plots.

Upcoming Road Projects

Pavement preservation work scheduled for Village Ct, Riverwood St, and NE 240th Pl from 9/3 - 9/8

NE 236th Road Work

For the next several weeks, road work will be ongoing on NE 236th Ave between Shannon St and Shamrock Dr. Please avoid the area if possible.

Waste Management Rate Increase

Drinking Water Meets All Safety Standards

Wood Village community members can feel confident their drinking water remains safe, clean, and in full compliance with all health, safety standards

Fourth of July Festivities

Enjoy holiday fun while staying safe this Fourth of July

Summer Burn Ban Now in Effect

The Summer Burn Ban is now in effect for all areas of Multnomah County, including Wood Village

City of Wood Village Statement on Town Center Shooting

In response to a fatal shooting at the Wood Village Town Center, Mayor Rios-Campos released the following statement. Read the full statement here.

Annual Hydrant Flushing

Starting the week of May 26, 2026, the Public Works team will perform annual hydrant flushing in the upper and lower systems across the city. 

Stark Street Bridge Replacement Survey

Multnomah County’s Stark Street Bridge Replacement Project survey is now live. Your voice matters! The County is asking for community feedback on how you use the bridge, which will provide important data for the project team. The survey is open through June 30, 2026 and is available in English and Spanish.

Spring into Sustainability: Upcoming Reuse and Recycling Opportunities

Spring cleaning doesn’t have to mean waste. Discover local reuse and recycling events and programs that make it easy to declutter responsibly while helping your community.

Metro’s Future 50 Vision

Metro wants to hear from you about the future you want to see! Take the Future 50 survey now through May 15 to share your ideas for the future of the region. You could win tickets to a Thorns game, the Oregon Symphony, the Oregon Zoo or an annual Metro Regional Parks pass.

FY 2026-27 City & URA Budget Hearing

The City's annual budget hearing will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Scam Targeting Spanish-Speaking Workers

BOLI and the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division have learned of a scam targeting Spanish‑speaking workers who have filed workers’ compensation claims.

Community Feedback Survey

Community members are invited to share their perspectives on housing, economic, and community development needs across Multnomah County, the City of Portland, and the City of Gresham (the Consortium) through a new public survey that will inform the Consortium’s 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan.

Join the BOEC User Board

The City of Portland is seeking Multnomah County residents to volunteer as community representatives on the BOEC User Board, helping shape policies and improvements for local 9‑1‑1 services. Photo courtesy Jonathan Levinson / OPB

Register for Spring Camps & Programs

Registration for PlayEast! Recreation's Spring camps and programs is now open!

Spring Mediation Training

Learn mediation skills to resolve conflict through East County Resolutions

Utility Rate Reminder

Community Needs Meeting

Provide feedback to Multnomah County regarding housing, infrastructure, economic and community development

Community Member of the Year Nominations

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Community Member of the Year

Update on Holiday Meal Programs

After listening to community feedback, the City is transitioning to an expanded utility assistance program beginning December 1, 2025

TriMet Open House in Fairview

TriMet is hosting a bilingual (English/Spanish) Open House at Fairview City Hall on October 16th to discuss budget and service changes

East County Resolutions

Expanding Free Conflict Resolution Services to the Community

Community Art Workshop

Help shape new public art at East County Library on Wednesday, August 13th

Summer Burn Ban Now in Effect

Wood Village, in addition to the rest of Multnomah County, is now under an immediate burn ban due to continued hot, dry weather conditions

Water Quality Report 2025

Read about your water quality in this year's Consumer Confidence Report

Fourth of July Festivities

Enjoy holiday fun while staying safe this Fourth of July

Wood Village Blvd Pedestrian Crossing

Road work for the new rectangular rapid-flashing beacon (RRFB) pedestrian crossing at the Wood Village Blvd and NE Riverwood St intersection begins next week

Community Member of the Year 2024

Congratulations to the Wood Village Baptist Church for being named the Community Member of the Year for 2024

Winter Storm Warning

Read about current weather conditions, warming shelters, power outages, and more

Oregon Sanctuary Promise

Read a statement from MCSO addressing community concerns regarding immigration status and enforcement

Small Landscaping Businesses, Get Help Switching to Electric Leaf Blowers

Do you have a landscaping business? If you’re looking to switch from gas to electric leaf blowers, Multnomah County Health Department may be able to help.

Park Restroom Construction

Restrooms in Donald L Robertson City Park are now closed for construction through mid-May

Digital Skills Workshops

Wood Village and Fairview are partnering with FREE GEEK to offer free devices and digital skills workshops in 2025

Utility Rate Structure Update

Learn about the upcoming changes to the City's utility rate structure

Shape the Future of Wood Village

The City is seeking volunteers to fill positions on its boards and commissions

Community Member of the Year Nominations

Nominate an individual or group who is always lending a helping hand in Wood Village

Holiday Guide 2024

Spend the holidays here in Wood Village

5th Annual Turkey Drive

Registration for the 5th Annual Turkey Drive begins Monday, October 14, 2024

Voting Accommodations

Multnomah County Elections helps voters with disabilities or voters who want assistance in their preferred language

UpRiver Village Serves Local Seniors

UpRiver Village, a new local non-profit, aims to help those 55+ have healthy lives at home

Leaf Drop Program

The City's annual Leaf Drop opens October 1, 2024

Multnomah County Common Application

Apply for up to 18 community programs through the new Multnomah County Common Application

Clean Water Partners Lawn Care Tips

Optimizing lawn health while conserving water -- and cash, with Clean Water Partners!

Utility Rate Open House

The City is hosting an Open House on September 17th to discuss potential utility rate changes

Make East County Roads Safer

Multnomah County and local city governments are asking for the community’s feedback on how to make east County roads safer.

National CHW Awareness Week 2024

The week of August 26th - August 30th is National CHW Awareness Week in Wood Village

Upcoming Hydrant Flushing

The City will be performing hydrant flushing Monday 8/26 - Wednesday 8/28.

Fourth of July: Keep it legal. Keep it safe.

Be sure to follow all local and state regulations around fireworks this Fourth of July

Summer Burn Ban

A burn ban is in effect through the summer season.

Water Quality Report 2024

Read about your water quality in this year's Consumer Confidence Report

Summer Reading Program

The library’s annual Summer Reading program encourages kids to keep reading over the summer.

Free Summer Lunch Program

Enjoy a summer filled with FREE fun activities & lunch thanks to PlayEast! Recreation

Feedback Wanted: PGE Rate Increase

The public comment period for PGE's 2025 proposed rate increase request ends June 14, 2024

Wood Village Opportunity Scholarship 2024

The Wood Village Opportunity Scholarship application period is open now until Friday, May 31, 2024.

Join MCSO Search & Rescue

MCSOSAR is recruiting for its annual class. Training will begin in October 2022 and run through early June 2023.

Pedestrian Crossing Safety Enhancement RFP

 The City of Wood Village is accepting bids until 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 11, 2022.

Pavement Preservation 2022 RFP

Wood Village is accepting bids until 11 a.m. on July 13, 2022, for pavement treatment of 3 segments of 236th Avenue.

Public Fire Hydrant Flushing 2022

Hydrant flushing is necessary to test the hydrants to make sure adequate flow and pressure are available.

Safe Routes to School is Hiring!

Bike Works by p:ear is looking to hire a Safe Routes to School Coordinator in East Multnomah County.

Public Hearing: Approved Budget FY 2022 to 2023

The Wood Village City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the FY 2022 to 2023 budget at City Hall, 24200 NE Halsey Street on May 26th, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Citizen Advisory Committee Application

Multnomah County seeks to fill at least one vacancy on its Bicycle and Pedestrian Citizen Advisory Committee (BPCAC).

Tiny Homes & RVs

As part of the annual workplan, the City Council directed that tiny homes be researched and evaluated to see if it could be used in Wood Village to help with housing affordability and housing security.

Water Quality Report

Our city staff is currently working on the 2022 Water Quality Report, which will be available in July at the beginning of each fiscal year.

Road Safety

During the construction of 238th, we received several concerns regarding speeding and pedestrian safety along Arata Road and Wood Village Boulevard. 

A Graffiti-Free City

There has been a slight increase in graffiti since the New Year. Utility boxes, signs, and fences have been tagged.

Public Hearing: State Revenue Sharing FY 2022 to 2023

The Wood Village Budget Committee will hold a public hearing to discuss the FY 2022 to 2023 budget at City Hall, 24200 Northeast Halsey Street on April 19th, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Public Hearing: Supplemental Budget FY 2021 to 2022

The Wood Village City Council and Wood Village Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing to discuss the FY 2021 to 2022 supplemental budget at City Hall, 24200 northeast Halsey Street on April 19th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

Programs for Internet Access

The free WIFI at Donald L. Robertson Park will hopefully be up and running by the time you’re reading this article. 

Save the Date: Community Cleanup Day

We are happy to announce that we'll be bringing the Annual Community Cleanup Day this year.

Student Video Contest

The River Starts Here is hosting a video contest for Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington County, Oregon, high school students.

34th Annual Easter Egg Drive

Save the date! We're bringing back the Easter Egg Drive on Saturday, April 16th.

Springdale Job Corps is Hiring!

The organization has several openings.

Shut-Offs Notice

As mentioned in the January 2022 newsletter and after a two-year pause, late fees and shut-offs for non-payment on City utilities are resuming.

Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan

We shared Multnomah County Emergency Management's Community Needs Survey in December.

City Council Application

Councilor Brian Loy served on the Council since May of 2019 and has resigned to attend to personal matters and made a difficult decision to step down from the City Council.

Utility Bill Payment Address

We are still receiving several utility bill payments addressed to the old City Hall addresses, especially from online bank bill pay sites.

ODOT’s Online Open House (OOH)

The interactive map outlines the projects the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is constructing for 2022 across the region.

Community Engagement Survey

We are asking for your help and giving you a chance to win one of two $35 Gift Certificates from Pompello Italian Restaurant.

Annual Leaf Drop Closed

Thank you for being part of our Annual Leaf Drop. It is now closed until further notice.

Severe Weather Shelter

Multnomah County and its partners at Cultivate Initiatives will open an additional severe winter weather shelter at Reynolds High School on December 27th at 8 p.m.

Multipurpose Field Restoration

The field restoration is scheduled to begin in early November and is a two-part process, with a Fall and Spring treatment.

Utility Assistance Program 2021

If you are a resident in Wood Village and need assistance with utility bills (water, electricity, gas, and garbage), please submit the form for consideration for Utility Assistance.

Community Needs Meeting

The Portland Consortium, which includes the City of Portland, City of Gresham, and Multnomah County, is collecting community feedback regarding housing, infrastructure, economic and community development needs.

Turkey Meal Box Application

We are happy to announce that the application for the Turkey Meal Box is now available until Thursday, October 14th.

Traffic Update: 238th Drive Project

Their goal is to complete this project as soon as possible and open the improved road on schedule this fall.

COVID Vaccination Clinic

The City of Wood Village, Multnomah County Health Department, Lideres Naturales, REA, and Providence Health & Services are partnering to host vaccination clinics at Wood Village City Hall & Civic Center tomorrow.

Red Cross Responds

The American Red Cross is ready to support sheltering and feeding needs.

Utility Rates & SDC Methodology RFP

Request of Proposal/Bids.

Water Master Plan RFP

Request of Proposals/Bids.

Wastewater Master Plan RFP

Request for Proposals/Bids.

Traffic Update: Slurry Seal

Just a quick reminder that on Tuesday, August 17th, Walnut Avenue, Elm Ave Avenue, and sections of Birch will be closed to vehicle traffic until 5 p.m.

A Guidebook for Pedestrians & Drivers

ODOT just came out with a new Pedestrian Guidebook, "Oregonians Stand Out – A Guidebook for Pedestrians and Drivers," available online for download in 10 languages.

Cooling Centers Available 7/29 to 7/30

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Thursday, July 29th to Saturday, July 31st.

Traffic Update: 238th Drive Project

Construction update.

Crime Data Dashboard Now Available!

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is now making available a crime data dashboard to the public through the agency’s website.

Volunteer Opportunities

The City has volunteer openings on the Planning Commission, Parks Commission, and Urban Renewal Agency.

Cooling Centers Available 6/25 to 6/28

An excessive heat watch will be in effect through next week.

Fireworks Guidance

As we prepare for the 4th of July and wildfire season, a few safety reminders from the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal that you should keep in mind and share with the community.

Take Our Community Survey!

We are asking for your help and giving you a chance to win a George Foreman Grill or a 1-month subscription to BarkBox for your furry friend!

Free Mobile Computer Lab Class 6/29

Multnomah County Library is hosting a free mobile computer lab class for those who want to learn how to use a computer, surf the web, email, and apply to jobs.

Community Hotline with Mayor Harden & City Manager Greg Dirks

Host Monica Weitzel from MetroEast Community Media talks to Mayor Harden, and Greg Dirks, on this segment of Community Hotline.

Pavement Treatment & Parking Lot Marking RFP

The City of Wood Village will accept proposals until 11 a.m. Thursday, June 24, 2021.

Hawthorne Trailhead Re-Issue RFP

Donald L Robertson Park Improvements: Hawthorne Trailhead and Nature Play Area.

COVID Vaccination Clinic

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Immunize Oregon, Legacy Health, Iu Mien Association of Oregon, and Multnomah County Student Health Centers are partnering to host vaccination clinics at Rosewood Family Health and Reynolds Middle School.

Operational Cost Assistance Grant May 26 to June 6

The final round of funding for small businesses opens tomorrow!

Traffic Update: 238th Drive Project

During construction, 238th Drive is closed to through traffic from Arata Road to Oregon Street.

Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP)

Qualified renters who have experienced financial hardship due to COVID, and are at risk of homelessness or housing instability, may apply for the Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program (OERAP).

Mayoral Proclamation

Observing NBAW 2021.

Emergency Broadband Benefit Program

The Federal Communication Commission just announced the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB) that would provide monthly subsidies to help cover internet service costs.

Backyard Burning

Tips for backyard burning.

PlayEast! 4th Annual Fundraiser

Join PlayEast! for their 4th Annual Fundraiser on May 6th at 6 p.m.

Wood Village 2021 Opportunity Scholarship

The City of Wood Village 2021 Opportunity Scholarship is established to help fund and assist students who reside in Wood Village and have a goal to continue their education after high school or GED program.

Traffic Update: 238th Drive Project

A number of traffic control changes have been made since 238th Drive closed for construction on April 1st.

Commercial Rent Relief Program April 22 to May 6

Business Oregon will open the second round of Commercial Rent Relief Program to help small businesses cover outstanding lease payments.

PGE Payment Matching

If you have a past-due balance, PGE may be able to match your payments dollar for dollar, up to a certain amount.

Hawthorne Trailhead RFP

Request of Proposal/BidsDonald L Robertson Park Improvements: Hawthorne Trailhead and Nature Play Area.

Take Our Community Survey!

Help us improve our services by taking a quick survey!

238th Drive Closes for Construction Starting April 1st

A steep section of NE 238th Drive between Arata Road and Oregon Street in Wood Village will close for construction on Thursday, April 1 at 7 a.m.

Utility Assistance Program Update

Our Utility Assistance Program has come to a close, and we are no longer accepting applications.

Commercial Rent Relief Program March 8 to March 22

The new Commercial Rent Relief Program provides financial assistance to small businesses and landlords adversely affected by economic conditions as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mortgage Relief Program Now to March 14

The COVID-19 Mortgage Relief program helps Oregon homeowners who are struggling to make their mortgage payments.

Landlord Compensation Fund Program February 17 to March 2

Landlord Compensation Fund Program (LCF) – This program is designed to provide relief to residential landlords who have been unable to collect tenant rent due to tenant hardships.

Find Shelter

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Find Shelter tool provides information about housing, shelter, health care, and clothing resources in communities across the country.

Financial Assistance for East County Businesses

Multnomah County, in collaboration with regional economic partners, has established a Small Business Relief Fund for small businesses impacted by COVID-19.

Restaurant & Food Cart Relief Grant

Multnomah County is providing a Restaurant and Food Cart Relief Grant.

Small Business Grant #2

Starting tomorrow, November 19th, the second round of grant applications will be available to small businesses!

Utility Assistance Program 2020

With the help and partnership from the City of Portland’s PDX CARES program, the City of Wood Village is proud to announce a new COVID Relief program.

Free Masks & Gloves for Small Businesses

Today, Governor Brown announced a new program to provide masks and gloves to small businesses until resources last.

Programs & Resources

Programs and resources for the City of Wood Village.

COVID-19 Resources

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is maintaining the COVID-19 Vaccine in Oregon and La Vacuna Contra el COVID-19 en Oregon pages, which includes the COVID-19 Vaccination Trends dashboard, and also OHA’s interactive vaccine scheduling tool.