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Minutes, November 17, 2022

November 17, 2022

Lake Grove Neighborhood Association

Board Meeting

Chairman Dan Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:05

Attendees: Dan Anderson, Chuck Fisher, Yoko Kinoshita, Trudy Corrigan, Bob Hrdinsky, Mike Buck and Audrey Block

Guests: None

Dan’s Chair report: Tony Sparling, LOPD liaison is willing to attend at a meeting of our choosing. May be a good choice for next General Meeting. Dan reported Waluga NA (Neighborhood Association) General Meeting had several speakers at their annual General Meeting: Megan Phelan spoke on emergency preparedness and Joe Buck did a Q & A on the future of LO.

Dan reported Allison Brine from Upper Drive investigated the speed bump system. To qualify a street needs 30 points. Upper Drive West of Bryant is presently measured at 20. Each speed bump costs $3,000 with a minimum of 3 required. Usually the Neighborhood is required to pay 50% of the cost – sometimes the city will pay 100%. Average speed on last traffic study was 28 mph. The school/daycare on the corner of Bryant and Upper should be considered the next time the street is evaluated.

It was noted Trudy Corrigan was recently elected as a City Councilor and therefore will be resigning from the LGNA Board as of December 31, 2022.

Bob Hrdinsky stepped up to join the LGNA board and was elected. All board members introduced themselves.

There was no neighbor input this meeting.

Mike gave a report about fuels reductions programs and Iron Mountain Park. There are 10 acres of parkland abutting 10 acres of private property that would be at risk in the event of a wildfire. He would like to investigate funding programs to do fuels reduction in the park via removal of invasive species. It may be the Fire Dept. and Parks should be involved. Metro has funding for such projects but in the past it has been difficult for LO to receive grants because of our socio economic profile. However, IMP is home to Oregon Oaks of which only 4-5% remain – thereby making it an important ecosystem in and of itself.

Mike noted the Habitat Management Plan will come before City Council on December 20th

Mike said pre-app for the 7-11 and dry cleaners on BFR near the new Elephant’s Deli was with regard to cosmetic features only – not structural. No concerns.

Trudy passed long information about the Emergency Preparedness equipment caches the city makes available to NA’s through the NEG program. Several NA’s have experience with the program. Dan will reference materials from other NA’s and perhaps bring forward for this Spring’s NEG cycle.

Bob asked what kind of a neighborhood we want to be? Dan suggested Bob look at our neighborhood plan and noted our cooperative role with the city. Mike said we focus on livability, safety, security and health of the neighborhood including the health of our tree canopy. Chuck noted there is a useful citizen’s involvement guide for NA’s on the website.

Dan adjourned the meeting.

Next meeting will be Thursday, January 19, 2023

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Minutes: Nov. Monthly Meeting 2022

November 17, 2022
Lake Grove Neighborhood Association
Board Meeting
Chairman Dan Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:05
Attendees: Dan Anderson, Chuck Fisher, Yoko Kinoshita, Trudy Corrigan, Bob Hrdinsky, Mike Buck and
Audrey Block
Guests: None
Dan’s Chair report: Tony Sparling, LOPD liaison is willing to attend at a meeting of our choosing. May be
a good choice for next General Meeting. Dan reported Waluga NA (Neighborhood Association) General
Meeting had several speakers at their annual General Meeting: Megan Phelan spoke on emergency
preparedness and Joe Buck did a Q & A on the future of LO.
Dan reported Allison Brine from Upper Drive investigated the speed bump system. To qualify a street
needs 30 points. Upper Drive West of Bryant is presently measured at 20. Each speed bump costs
$3,000 with a minimum of 3 required. Usually the Neighborhood is required to pay 50% of the cost –
sometimes the city will pay 100%. Average speed on last traffic study was 28 mph. The school/daycare
on the corner of Bryant and Upper should be considered the next time the street is evaluated.
It was noted Trudy Corrigan was recently elected as a City Councilor and therefore will be resigning from
the LGNA Board as of December 31, 2022.
Bob Hrdinsky stepped up to join the LGNA board and was elected. All board members introduced
themselves.
There was no neighbor input this meeting.
Mike gave a report about fuels reductions programs and Iron Mountain Park. There are 10 acres of
parkland abutting 10 acres of private property that would be at risk in the event of a wildfire. He would
like to investigate funding programs to do fuels reduction in the park via removal of invasive species. It
may be the Fire Dept. and Parks should be involved. Metro has funding for such projects but in the past
it has been difficult for LO to receive grants because of our socio economic profile. However, IMP is
home to Oregon Oaks of which only 4-5% remain – thereby making it an important ecosystem in and of
itself.
Mike noted the Habitat Management Plan will come before City Council on December 20 th
Mike said pre-app for the 7-11 and dry cleaners on BFR near the new Elephant’s Deli was with regard to
cosmetic features only – not structural. No concerns.
Trudy passed long information about the Emergency Preparedness equipment caches the city makes
available to NA’s through the NEG program. Several NA’s have experience with the program. Dan will
reference materials from other NA’s and perhaps bring forward for this Spring’s NEG cycle.
Bob asked what kind of a neighborhood we want to be? Dan suggested Bob look at our neighborhood
plan and noted our cooperative role with the city. Mike said we focus on livability, safety, security and

health of the neighborhood including the health of our tree canopy. Chuck noted there is a useful
citizen’s involvement guide for NA’s on the website.
Dan adjourned the meeting.
Next meeting will be Thursday, January 19, 2023

Statement of community values New affordable housing in Lake Grove

Metro, City of Lake Oswego and Housing Authority of Clackamas County
October 24, 2022

Generated through community engagement with:

  • A stakeholder group of 23 people including neighbors and members of communities affected by
    oppression and housing disparities including Black, Indigenous and other people of color, immigrants
    and refugees, older people, people with disabilities, low-income people and people who have been
    houseless and/or have lived in affordable housing.
  • A survey, with 36 respondents, circulated to service providers and people with similar experiences to
    those who will live in this new housing.
    (More detail on the people engaged, methods, activities, etc. available in Metro’s engagement report to
    be completed and made available on our webpage by end of December 2022.)

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESSFUL NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING
“Peaceful, beautiful and safe shouldn’t just be for people with higher incomes.” S. C., early phase
engagement participant
Outdoor environment
Outdoor areas should be peaceful, beautiful, safe and sustainable. Trees provide shade, preserve the
forested feeling of the neighborhood and buffer noise from Boones Ferry Road. Accessible, quiet,
outdoor green spaces (such as edible and ornamental gardens, seating areas, etc.) help people connect
to nature, while active outdoor space allows children and youth to run and play. Usable patios or
balconies support mental health with private access to fresh air and sunlight. Outdoor space feels safe,
with security features such as thoughtful site layout and lighting, safe and accessible connections to the

surrounding streets and bike routes, and protected school bus and TriMet waiting areas. Parking is well-
landscaped.

Building design
Beautiful, creative, ADA-accessible building design that fits with the surrounding neighborhood and
retains mature trees will empower residents by breaking the stigma often associated with affordable
housing. Universal design principles and gathering spaces (e.g., informal indoor and outdoor meeting
space, community room with kitchen, library/book room, seating for all bodies) help residents build
community and feel included in communal life. Personal storage options, pet areas, adequate and

assigned parking, free high-speed internet, convenient laundry (prioritize in-unit washer/dryer) and easy
access to outdoor space simplify residents’ lives. Sustainable building features (e.g., energy efficient
appliances, 100% electric, long-lasting construction, high quality materials, solar panels/lights, passive
solar, trees to help with cooling, heat pump heating/cooling, composting, generator and EV hook ups)
ensure that the building remains durable and efficient to operate into the future. Designated smoking
areas and soundproofing allow residents to peacefully enjoy private and shared space.
Management and community
Property management welcomes and engages people of all backgrounds, and questions or concerns are
accepted and addressed promptly without reprisal or backlash. Management respects and fosters
tenant organization as well as connection between tenants and surrounding neighbors. Informal and
more organized events provide opportunities for residents to connect with one another, the
surrounding neighborhood, and community groups and organizations (consider a committee or council
of tenants and neighbors to plan fun things and address concerns). Management works with residents
to create equitable approaches to resolving conflict and trauma-informed safety measures that do not
rely on police intervention. Marketing and lease-up efforts reach people from marginalized groups.
Building signage and notices are posted in multiple languages.
The social environment is approachable, friendly, welcoming and inclusive; racism, homophobia and
other forms of bigotry are not tolerated. Residents appreciate a sense of belonging and being part of the
community – especially people who historically and currently may not have been welcome in Lake
Oswego, including Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ people
and people from other marginalized groups.
Services
A robust resident services budget and surveying residents ensures services provided in the building help
residents achieve their goals (consider financial literacy, credit support, language classes,
reading/English literacy, employment assistance, computer access, recovery support, childcare, health
and nutrition classes, community health workers, renter protection information, etc.) Partnerships with
neighborhood groups and community organizations expand ties between building residents and the
broader Lake Oswego community. Access to shuttles, bike share, and other services augments
insufficient public transit (e.g., regular daily or weekly trips to transit centers, groceries, city amenities)
and enhance residents’ mobility.
QUALITIES FOR A SUCCESSFUL DEVELOPER
“Help change the view of what affordable housing is or looks like and who lives here.” C. D., early phase
engagement participant
Equitable
A successful developer for this project will be committed to understanding and responding to the needs
of marginalized people. They should have experience with and commitment to trauma-informed design
and universal design. Diversity, equity and inclusion are important to this community, and should be
considered at every step of the development. The developer should have a diverse staff and board, with
people of color and people who’ve experienced housing instability in key roles and positions of power.
They should advance equity in internal hiring and promote equitable hiring practices in their
contractors. Property management should be carefully selected for a respectful, prompt, solution-based
approach, experience with equity and inclusion and track record of positive relationships with tenants.

Collaborative
The developer should show commitment to collaborative decision making, an outside-the-box approach
and a passion for creating homes and communities that break the stigma around low-income housing.
Developer should have a record of multifamily projects whose building design fits with the surrounding
neighborhood. Design and operation should be deeply influenced by meaningful community and
neighborhood engagement (with over-representation of people with similar experiences to those who
will live in this housing, i.e., low-income people, people of color, people with disabilities, etc.) and use
creative solutions to issues or challenges. Partner with local community-based organizations. Show
ability to work with neighbors to minimize and mitigate development impacts.
Long-term focused
The developer should approach development as a long-term steward of the building, the resident
community and the neighborhood. A long-term focus and investment – with quality materials,
sustainability, adequate budgeting for resident services and building operations, commitment to the
neighborhood and intent to operate as affordable housing for the long term – will help a developer
succeed here.

Lake Grove Farmers’ Market (2022)

Every Other Sunday
October 2-November 27

Hallmark Drive in Lake Oswego

The Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market celebrates farmers and foodies alike, offering the finest foods and agricultural products in the Pacific Northwest.  Guests can expect a variety of fresh produce, meats, artisan baked goods, handcrafted products and hot food offerings.  Parking available thanks to our generous partners at: 

  • Lake Grove Elementary – 15777 Boones Ferry Road
  • Acme Construction Supply – 4040 SW Douglas Way
  • Go To Ortho & Summit Orthopaedics – 4103 Mercantile Drive
  • The Dischinger Team Orthodontics – 3943 SW Douglas Way

For additional information and a list of vendors, please visit the website at www.lakeoswego.city/lgfm. 

Annual General Membership Meeting 2022

Thursday September 15, 2022 at 7:00 PM at Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4044 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego, OR (corner of Upper Drive/Reese Road). We meet at the main level Patio room.

Agenda

  • LO City Council Candidates Forum. We have invited candidates to speak, followed by neighbor questions. Candidates are John Wendland, Katherine Lupton, Jeff Gudman, Trudy Corrigan (Lake Grove), Charles Bryan, and Ali Afghan.
  • Call for Neighborhood Association volunteers. Lake Grove residents are encouraged to join
  • Annual Election of Neighborhood Association board and officers
  • Approval of By-law changes to make the office of Treasurer optional
  • Neighbor Social after the forum and election

Neighborhood boards are advisory. The city looks to the board for suggestions, insights, and recommendations to maintain and improve the beauty and livability of our neighborhood

LGNA Board Members: Dan Anderson, Trudy Corrigan, Chuck Fisher, Audrey Block, Mike Buck, Yoko Kinoshita

Neighborhood Night Out (Ice Cream Social) 

With The Lake Oswego Fire Department

Tuesday August 2, 2022; 7:00-9:00 P.M.
@ Iron Mountain Park,
2401 Iron Mountain Road

Lake Oswego Fire Department:  Ben Sanders, Lieutenant at Station 211, will give a Fire Truck Tour and stickers for children

  • The next monthly board member meeting is September 15, 2022, @ Lake Grove Presbyterian Church. (3rd. Thursday of the Month). No August meeting
  • LGNA Board Members: Dan Anderson, Audrey Block, Mike Buck, Trudy Corrigan, Chuck Fisher, Jerry Nierengarten, Yoko Kinoshita-Gorman.
  • Website:  https://lakegroveneighborhood.com/