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  • Downtown Oregon City Video | community | Mar 10th, 2010

    See what's new and exciting in downtown Oregon City! This video, produced locally by BlueCollarCreative, highlights the activity and vibrancy found in Oregon City.

  • Reserve Police Officer | humanresources | Mar 10th, 2010

    This is a volunteer position with no pay or benefits attached. 

  • Oregon City Library Purchase | library | Feb 22nd, 2010

    The City is investigating the possibility of purchasing Eastham School as the new home of the Oregon City Public Library. To find out more, please read the answers to the “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQ’s) that follow.

  • Watch the State of the City Video - Now posted online | cityrecorder | Feb 19th, 2010

    Select the link below to hear Mayor Alice Norris deliver her 8th and last State of the City address. Mayor Norris will leave office in January 2011 after 8 years of serving the citizens of Oregon City.

    2010 State of the City Address

  • Citizen of the Year 2010 - Don Slack | mayor | Feb 19th, 2010

    DON SLACK  is Oregon City's 2010 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

  • Preserve America honors OC | mayor | Feb 18th, 2010

    Oregon City has been named a Preserve America Community by First Lady Michele Obama!  This prestigious designation has been applied to only five other cities in Oregon.

  • Best of the West for McLoughlin NA | community | Feb 17th, 2010

    The McLoughlin Neighborhood has been recognized by the online magazine This Old House in their 2010 Best of the West Old Homes selection.

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor | humanresources | Feb 5th, 2010

    This is a non-union position with no benefits.

    Wage Depending on Experience

  • Water Exercise Instructor | humanresources | Feb 1st, 2010
    This is a non-union position with no benefits.
     
    Starting at $9.25/hr. or Depending on Experience
    City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation
    Oregon City Swimming Pool | 1211 Jackson Street |
    Oregon City | OR | 97045

    CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

  • School Lesson Swim Insructor and Lifeguard | humanresources | Jan 29th, 2010

    This is a non-union position with no benefits.

    Starting at $9.25/hr. or Depending on Experience

    City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation Oregon
    City Swimming Pool | 1211 Jackson Street | Oregon City | OR | 97045

    CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

  • Community Grants--Metro Enhancement and OC Tourism Grants | community | Jan 26th, 2010

    January 25, 2010 News Release
    For Immediate Release
    For information Call: Michele Beneville 503-496-1542

    Oregon City Grant Applications Online

  • Request for Proposal for EOTIC | citymanager | Dec 23rd, 2009

    The City of Oregon City is seeking consulting services of a Firm or Individual who will guide a public process to develop a long-range operations plan for the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

  • City Hall Ribbon Cutting & Open House | citymanager | Dec 22nd, 2009

    The City of Oregon City held it's official ribbon cutting and grand opening on December 18, 2009, with approximately 300 people in attendance from all over the region and city.

  • L 08-01 Code Amendments 6-month update | planning | Dec 14th, 2009

     

  • OC Regional Center: Catalyst & Supporting Projects | citymanager | Dec 10th, 2009

    This project update on the Regional Center was created and presented by Leland Consulting Group to the Urban Renewal Commission on December 8, 2009.

  • Intertwine Natural Areas | parksandrecreation | Dec 3rd, 2009

     Intertwine logoIntertwine is a network of integrated parks, trails and natural areas that will one day soon be

  • Downtown Circulation Study | publicworks | Nov 20th, 2009

    The City of Oregon City and the non-profit Main Street Oregon City are continuing a downtown dialogue focused on downtown’s circulation system. Through a series of small group meetings with property owners, business owners and downtown stakeholders, the following short-list of goals has been prepared for the consultants working on this project for downtown.

  • Winter Pool Fun - January to May | swimmingpool | Oct 30th, 2009

    Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am-12pm (Jan 5th - May 1st), join us at the Oregon City Swimming Pool for our indoor playground. Swimming is available on Tuesdays from 11am-12pm!

  • Public Works Master Plan CP 09-01 Open Record Process | planning | Oct 29th, 2009

    Deadlines and additional public testimony regarding the Oregon City Public Works Master Plan are here:

  • City Manager Announces Retirement | citymanager | Oct 21st, 2009

     

  • City Hall New Location | community | Oct 21st, 2009

    City Hall has moved! Our new location is 625 Center Street, at the top of Singer Hill and adjacent to the Municipal Elevator. (View map

  • Pay your parking ticket online! | codeenforcement | Oct 20th, 2009

    You may now pay parking tickets online using a credit or debit card.

  • Sandbag Station Open | publicworks | Oct 16th, 2009

    The Oregon City sandbag station opened on October 14, 2009. The station contains sand, sandbags, shovels, and a bagging station, and is available 24 hours a day at 122 S. Center Street, Oregon City.

  • Museums Closed | citymanager | Sep 18th, 2009

    After working hard to address financial difficulties this year, Clackamas Heritage Partners, the management company that oversaw the operations, ultimately closed the doors in September 2009 to the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center and The Museum of the Oregon Territories.

  • Fall 2009 Trail News | parksandrecreation | Aug 25th, 2009

    Seasonal publication with information about City events and Community activities.

  • Clackamas Heritage Partners-Report is In | citymanager | Aug 6th, 2009

    In April of this year, the Oregon City Commission approved the hiring of a third-party consultant to conduct an operations and financial analysis of Clackamas Heritage Partners (CHP). CHP manages the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, Museum of the Oregon Territory, and the Stevens-Crawford House, all in Oregon City.

  • Lateral Police Officer | humanresources | Jul 31st, 2009

    Lateral Applicants Only

    The Oregon City Police Department is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officer.

  • Promenade Kickoff | community | Jul 30th, 2009

    View photos from the McLoughlin Promenade Kickoff celebration.

  • 3-D flyby | maps | Jul 22nd, 2009
  • Old House Vendor Fair | planning | Jul 14th, 2009

    Old House Vendor Fair
    Thursday, July 23, 2009
    Concerts in the Park
    Front Entrance of the Carnegie Center
    5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

  • 2009 Citizen of the Year Honored | mayor | Jul 10th, 2009

    2009 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR:  CHUCK CLEMANS

    (named at the Chamber banquet on Jan. 31, 2009)

  • Swim Instructor | humanresources | Jul 9th, 2009

    This is a non-union position with no benefits.

    Starting at $8.40/hr. or Depending on Experience
    City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation
    Oregon City Swimming Pool | 1211 Jackson Street | Oregon City | OR | 97045
     
    CLOSING DATE: Open Continuous

    APPLY:

  • Lifeguard | humanresources | Jul 9th, 2009

    This is a non-union position with no benefits.

    Starting at $8.40/hr. or Depending on Experience
    City of Oregon City Parks and Recreation
    Oregon City Swimming Pool | 1211 Jackson Street | Oregon City | OR | 97045

    CLOSING DATE: Open Continuous

    APPLY:

  • Traffic Changes on Hwy. 99E Viaduct | publicworks | Jul 1st, 2009

    New Lane Changes On Highway 99E Viaduct. Lane changes begin Thursday, July 2, 2009 on north end of project Beginning Thursday, July 2, motorists will notice new lane changes on the north end of Highway 99E northbound viaduct.

  • Downtown Parking Study | citymanager | Jun 26th, 2009

    Final report of the downtown parking study. The report contains recommendations to address various needs and competing uses.

  • Report a Problem or Request | community | Jun 26th, 2009

    Submit a request or complaint such as:

    • Pothole Report
    • Traffic Complaint

    Using this tool  allows you to track your submission using a unique identifier for your reques, and check the status or update on your submission any time.

  • The Oregon City Trail News | parksandrecreation | Jun 25th, 2009

    Find out what is happening in Oregon City by reading the Trail News!

  • Solicitations | publicworks | Jun 23rd, 2009

    Oregon City Public Works advertises projects that are available for bid on this page. Read more...

  • Metro Updates Urban and Rural Reserve Web Site Information | planning | Jun 9th, 2009

    The urban and rural reserves sections on the Metro web site have been rewritten and reorganized to provide a more intuitive and informative experience for visitors. They serve as a central clearinghouse of information on this phase of the project with information on each county’s proposed urban and rural reserve candidate areas and links to maps and an online survey.

  • I-205 Solar Project Site Considered | citymanager | Jun 9th, 2009

    Oregon has completed the nation's first solar powered highway project at the I-5/I-205 junction, and another project in being considered in West Linn.

  • Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan | publicworks | Jun 9th, 2009

    Does Oregon City have a Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan?

  • Oregon City Civic Improvement Trust Grants Support Tourism | planning | Jun 9th, 2009

    Eleven community projects will benefit from the annual Oregon City Civic Improvement Trust (OCCIT) grant program. “During these challenging economic times, the support from these grant funds will enable important community-based projects and activities to continue. Drawing visitors to Oregon City is more important than ever before,” said Mayor Alice Norris.

  • Oregon City/West Linn Bridge Restoration | planning | Jun 9th, 2009

    Project Summary:

    The historic Oregon City/West Linn Arch Bridge spanning the Willamette River has been a source of community pride since its opening in December 1922. However, after more than 85 years, this famous old bridge is in need of repairs.
    Throughout the bridge, the deck, joints, rails, lighting and protective coating of the arch span require repair and replacement.

  • Mid Summers Green Festival | planning | Jun 9th, 2009

    Join the Center for a Sustainable Today on Saturday, August 1, at Atkinson Park in Oregon City to enjoy live music and great food from 11 am to 7 pm.

  • Oregon City Farmers Market | planning | Jun 9th, 2009

    Come to the market this season and learn how to grow your own food, raise your own eggs and cook nutritious seasonal foods!

  • Elevator Art Project | publicworks | May 26th, 2009

    The prints depict “then and now” images from downtown Oregon City; people from Oregon City's past and present; and the construction of the elevator from start to finish. Asbill also designed images that were etched in the Elevator’s Deck floor, and complement the prints.

  • May is Preservation Month | planning | May 6th, 2009

    Oregon City, Oregon (April 21, 2009) – Citizens in Oregon City, Oregon will join thousands of individuals across the country to celebrate National Preservation Month this May. “This Place Matters!" is the theme of the month-long celebration sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

  • Metro Updates Urban and Rural Reserve Web Site Information | cityrecorder | Apr 27th, 2009

    The urban and rural reserves sections on the Metro web site have been rewritten and reorganized to provide a more intuitive and informative experience for visitors. They serve as a central clearinghouse of information on this phase of the project with information on each county’s proposed urban and rural reserve candidate areas and links to maps and an online survey.

  • Tateshina Sister City 2009 Schedule | cityrecorder | Apr 16th, 2009

    The Tateshina Sister City 2009 Schedule has been posted and is available.

  • Mayor's Welcome | mayor | Mar 30th, 2009

    City and Community Information from Mayor Alice Norris

    Welcome to the Mayor's Page, where citizens can hear directly from the Mayor.  Since the city's news source, the Trail News, comes out only four times a year, this is an opportunity to catch more frequent updates and more current news.

  • Carnegie Center Public Input | parksandrecreation | Mar 5th, 2009

    The Carnegie Center is currently vacant, but the Oregon City Commission hopes to use the Center for a new community use.

    Take the survey!

  • Clackamette Park RV Park | parksandrecreation | Mar 5th, 2009

    Clackamette RV Park is located at the confluence of the beautiful Willamette and Clackamas Rivers in Oregon City. RV spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. Clackamette RV Park features:

  • Cross Connection-Backflow Prevention | publicworks | Feb 24th, 2009

    The Oregon City Water Division is mandated to control and eliminate contamination to the public water supply by an objectionable or hazardous substance.

  • Aquatic and Recreation Class Information and Registration | swimmingpool | Feb 23rd, 2009

    Winter 2009-2010 Recreation and Aquatic Classes and Schedules

  • Facility Schedule and Fees | swimmingpool | Feb 23rd, 2009

    Fall Swim Schedule and Prices
    (Winter 2009-2010)

    POOL CLOSURES: 
    Dec. 21 - Jan. 2 closed for Winter Maintenance

  • Water Quality Reports | publicworks | Feb 23rd, 2009

    The 2009 Water Quality Report is now available on-line!

    The 2005 through 2008 reports are also available on-line.  For more information on the City's water reports, please contact the Public Works Department at 503-657-8241.