2023 Winter / Spring Recreation Guide |
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Registration is available online too, or you can call us at 503-668-5569 or stop by the Community Center.
Here's just some of what we have in store:
Kids / Youth Classes
- Indoor Playgroup
- Kinderdance
- Kindercombo
- Mad Science
- Music and Movement
- Voice and Creative Theatre Arts
- Sandy Youth Choir
Youth / Teen Classes
- Beginning Parkour
- Core and Conditioning
Teen / Adult Classes
- Good Vibes Club
- Power Yoga
- All Level Yoga
- Body Mind & Spirit Wellness Class
Senior Trips
- Rose City Classic Dog Show
- Chinook Winds
- Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
- Schreiner’s Iris Garden
Senior Classes
- Young at Heart
- Open Art Studio
- Building Nutritional Bowls
- Fun with Clay
- Better Balance Tai Chi
- Medicare Education
- TLC for Your Feet
Transit Options
Facility Rental Opportunities
TONS of Library programs for all ages
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This month, the City of Sandy is saying goodbye and thank you to long-serving City Council President Jeremy Pietzold!
A City Councilor since 2007, Jeremy has dedicated decades of his time and effort to serving our community. Of particular note, Jeremy was a driving force behind the development of SandyNet - our industry leading publicly owned broadband internet utility; providing low cost, high speed, reliable service to Sandy and surrounding areas. Prior to his 16 years as a member of the City Council, Jeremy served on the Planning Commission and contributed countless volunteer hours in other capacities. Jeremy is truly a model of what it means to be a public servant.
Though his presence at the City will be irreplaceable, we are extremely grateful for the years of leadership and vision he has provided for Sandy.
Thanks for everything Jeremy - we'll miss you!
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Join the Sandy Planning Commission |
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Looking for a chance to serve your community? There's still time to apply to become a member of the Sandy Planning Commission! The deadline to submit applications is January 6, 2023.
We currently have two openings on the commission. One seat has a term expiring on 12/31/2023; the other expires on 12/31/2024.
What Does the Planning Commission Do?
The Planning Commission advises the City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within city limits and the urban growth boundary. The Planning Commission also approves all amendments and updates to the Comprehensive Plan, recommends policy direction with regard to land use rules and regulations, and helps city staff ensure that Sandy is working within the framework of the State of Oregon's stated land use goals.
Membership Requirements
The Planning Commission consists of seven members, at least five of whom must be city residents. The other two members may be residents or may consist of the following:
- An owner and operator of a business located within the city limits, provided such owner and operator is a resident of Clackamas County or that portion of Multnomah County east of 181st Avenue in Portland
- A resident within the city's urban growth boundary but outside city limits. Nothing in this section requires nonresident members.
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New Vista Loop Sidewalk Now Open! |
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After years of planning and coordination with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), we are happy to announce that the long-awaited sidewalk connection between Vista Loop Drive and downtown along Highway 26 is now complete and open!
This project was a joint venture between the City and ODOT - funding was split between both agencies. Sandy has long considered this sidewalk to be a priority safety improvement, allowing residents living north of Hwy 26 and east of downtown a safe path to access shopping, the post office, the transit center, and other destinations. In the past, those unable to drive have often had to walk along the shoulder of the busy highway.
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Winter weather, power outages, and wind storms are a great reminder of how important it is to be prepared for emergencies. One of the most essential steps to take for your household is to have plenty of clean, drinkable water on hand.
According to experts, you need at least one gallon of water per day for every person in your home. That means a family of four needs 56 gallons of water to be ready for an emergency event that lasts two weeks, like a major subduction zone earthquake. And don't forget that pets need water too!
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How to Treat Emergency Water |
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How to Safely Access Water from Your Home's Hot Water Heater |
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SandyNet Offers Affordable Connectivity Program |
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All SandyNet customers who meet income-based eligibility requirements can now enroll in the Affordable Connectivity Program and receive a $30 per month discount on their SandyNet bill!
In October, the City Council authorized SandyNet's enrollment in the ACP, which is administered through the federal government to help ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.
The Affordable Connectivity Program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household.
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Who Is Eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?
A household is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program if the household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria below:
- Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year
- Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider's existing low-income internet program
- Participates in one of these assistance programs:
- Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program, including at U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Community Eligibility Provision schools.
- SNAP
- Medicaid
- Federal Housing Assistance, including:
- Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program (Section 8 Vouchers)
- Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA)/Section 202/ Section 811
- Public Housing
- Affordable Housing Programs for American Indians, Alaska Natives or Native Hawaiians
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- WIC
- Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits
- Lifeline
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How Do I Sign Up?
There are two steps to enroll:
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Current Land Use Applications |
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Here's the latest in our comprehensive database of active land use applications, complete with links to public meetings, documents, plans, maps, explanatory videos, staff reports, and other materials! You'll also find links to opportunities to take part in the decision-making process by submitting your own testimony.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
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In early December, after many years of development applications from this property owner, denials, appeals, and alterations to the proposed plans, the City Council made the decision to approve this latest version of the Bull Run Terrace subdivision application.
As explained in the agenda report, this new proposal meets the requirements of the municipal code and includes a number of important benefits for our community, including:
- Doubling the size of Deer Pointe Park, consistent with Sandy’s Parks and Trails Master Plan
- Providing $268,345 toward future safety improvements at the intersection of Hwy 211 and Dubarko Rd
- Extending Dubarko Rd to intersect with Hwy 26 as called for in Sandy’s Transportation System Plan, creating a safer alternative compared to the Langensand Rd / Hwy 26 intersection
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Be a part of the process! Members of the public are always welcome at meetings of the City Council and other boards and commissions.
Get meeting details and learn more about the variety of ways you can participate by visiting our online meeting portal.
Mark your Calendars:
- City Council: January 3rd
- Parks and Trails Advisory Board: January 11th
- City Council: January 17th
- Planning Commission: January 30th
Click the image below to access Sandy's full public meeting calendar with date and time details, and learn more about everything your city government is doing to serve you!
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