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#BEAVERTONPOLICE Simple steps to help ensure a safe and happy Halloween

Halloween Safety

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As we march toward the end of October, the days are getting shorter, the nights a little colder, and the weather a little wetter. Welcome to fall in

Throughout the month, kids of all ages have been thinking about, and planning for, Halloween. Many of us have already decided on costumes and are now working on those best Halloween-candy-haul ever! It’s easy to argue that we all need a break from the challenges of the last 18 months, and what could be better than spending the evening pretending to be someone (or some bags with candy, and reveling in the world of make-believe?

While Halloween has the potential to offer a break from reality, it also provides an opportunity for real-life tragedy. Data collected from the Na Administration (NHTSA) from 1975 to 2016 show a pedestrian was 43% more likely to be involved in a fatal crash on Halloween than on any other night. Children between four and eight years old were ten times more likely to be involved in a fatal pedestrian crash on Halloween. (Staples JA, Yip C, Redelmeier DA. Pedestrian Fatalities Associated with Halloween in the United States. JAMA Pediatr. 2019; 173(1)). While the total number of fatalities are relatively low, considering the millions of children out trick-or-treating, it’s doubtful the families of those involved would argue it’s

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To prevent a tragedy like that from happening here, the Beaverton Police Department would like to remind Halloween drivers to be extra cautious.

•Please slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods; children are excited on

Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways. •Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians, and on curbs. Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.

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concentrate on the road and your surroundings. •Be especially alert for kids during popular trick-ortreating hours.

Pedestrians, too, have a responsibility to keep themselves safe.

•They should cross the street at corners, using walks. Look left, right, and back to the left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. •Put electronic devices down, keep heads up, and the street. •Try to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. •Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing or road edge, as possible. •Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. •Never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

The choice of Halloween costume, and accessories, can also make a valuable difference.

• stickers on your costume and candy bag. •Choose face paint and makeup, instead of masks, so as not to obstruct vision. •Carry glowsticks or be seen by drivers. •When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right and falls. to all of us at the Beaverton Police Department. We encourage you and your family to use these simple steps to help ensure a safe and happy Halloween.

For more safety tips, visit www.beavertonpolice.org

#TVF&R Voters will see proposed TVF&R Bond Measure 34-308 on November Ballot

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This November, voters will have the opportunity to vote on whether Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue can issue $122 million in proposed general obligation bonds for emergency services.

If the proposed bond measure were to pass, TVF&R would use proceeds to:

•Replace response vehicles as they reach the end of their useable life, trucks, and medical vehicles used throughout the District. • including seismic upgrades, security features, expansions, or living

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10 of 29 stations •Rebuild the King City location. • station to a more central location for local and regional response. •Fund safety upgrades for TVF&R’s training

center where responders emergency medical care, technical rescue, hazardous material response, and other emergency skills. •Purchase land for future where growth is expected to occur.

Would property tax rates increase if voters pass the proposed bond measure?

Due to declining debt on existing bonds, the proposed measure would maintain the current rate of $0.1415 per $1,000 of assessed value unless assessed property values decline. For property assessed at $300,000, about the average in TVF&R’s service area, the estimated cost of the proposed bonds would continue to be about $42.45 per year or $3.54 per month if the measure passes. Assessed value is currently between 36-38% lower than market value.

The total tax rate for TVF&R is currently $2.1167 per $1,000 of assessed value, which includes: •$1.5252 Permanent Rate •$0.45 Local Option Levy •$0.1415 General Obligation Bond

What happens if proposed bond measure 34-308 does not pass?

If the proposed bond measure does not pass, the pro and equipment purchases would not be completed, and the tax rate would decrease.

For more information or to schedule a presentation, call Cassandra Ulven at 503-649-8577. This information was reviewed by the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office for compliance with ORS 260.432. The assigned approval number SH21-065.

#CITYNEWS City News: Family Resource Fair | Beaverton Art Mix | New City Park Fountain

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New City Park Fountain is coming soon!

We could all use something to look forward to these days, so here’s what’s been going on with our fountain over the past few months. installed, a new pump house has is complete. The new fountain splash pad paver has also been installed. In addition to structural upgrades, the city will add new programmable fountain add a new dimension to all city events which take place in and around City Park.

The playground is now open and the fountain is planned to be complete in October.

Beaverton Arts Mix! Is Oct. 1-17

Join us for the Beaverton Arts Mix! (BAM!) Virtual Art Show and Sale from Friday, October 1 through Sunday, October 17. BAM! artists and their works will be available to view online at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/BAM.

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Family Resource Fair Is Back in Person Oct. 16

Beaverton City Library will be bringing back our popular Family Resource Fair in 2021! The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beaverton City Library Main on Saturday, Oct. 16.

The Family Resource Fair is a great opportunity for families with young children to connect that serve them. In the past, we have welcomed organizations that provide healthcare and wellness resources, education, and recreation, as well as help with housing, food, and energy assistance.

This event is free and will be fun for the whole family! The event will include activities for kids, free giveaways,

A full list of participating organizations can be found on the library’s website, www.BeavertonLibrary.org/FRF.

#MESSAGEFROMTHEMAYOR Happy Fall, Beaverton!

Positive change is on the way!

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Iton Restaurant Week (ends Oct 3). This beloved tradition is a great way to highlight businesses.

Mayor Beaty (far right) with new City Manager, Jenny Haruyama (2nd from right)

Speaking of businesses, have you been to Downtown Beaverton lately?

We have been proactively working towards a vibrant, active, and inclusive downtown area. Our strategy includes new housing options, mixeduse development, new restaurants, The Reser, and a new public parking garage. I’m so happy to report that as a direct result of opening the First Street Dining commons (in response to the pandemic), we have had more new restaurants open than those that closed during the pandemic! We are actively acquiring property in our downtown for future redevelopment consistent with our Community Vision and other community plans.

The last thing I’ll mention is the Downtown Loop Project.

It’s a key initiative to enhance walking, biking, and transit on SW Hall Boulevard and SW Watson Avenue in Downtown Beaverton. We want to establish a strong connection between Old Town and Beaverton Central by reimagining how the streets and sidewalks are used and how they will look. This enhanced cultural, economic, and civic destinations in a welcoming and accessible way. We are doing all of this work through an equity lens and leading with this value in how we grow and change our community. Be on the lookout for opportunities to provide input!

Welcome Jenny!

It’s my pleasure to introduce Beaverton’s new City Manager: Jenny Haruyama. Jenny comes to us most recently from Tracy, California where she served as City Manager. She and her family were drawn to the culture and diversity of Beaverton, and we are lucky to have them as part of our community. I’ve shared before that I see my role on the Council as “team captain,” and I consider Jenny a strong teammate as together we do the work of the City. Jenny hit the ground running in late August and I look forward to accomplishing big things together for our community in the short and long term. Welcome, Jenny!

Lacey Beaty was elected Beaverton’s Mayor in 2020. Prior to serving as Mayor, she served for six years on Beaverton City Council.

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