Did you lose a fishing pole on Oregon Avenue? A kind neighbor brought it to City Hall in hopes of reuniting it with its owner. If this belongs to you, please call 541-895-2531. *Paisley not included
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Image of a VERY TALL fishing pole
The City of Creswell is seeking a passionate community member to join the City Council! If you would like to apply, please submit all applications to our city recorder, Caitlin Born, in person at City Hall or via email at cborn@creswell-or.us. Application: https://5il.co/351ws
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
City Council Vacancy. The City of Creswell is seeking interested applicants to fill a vacancy on the City Council for the remainder of a four-year term which will expire in January 2027. The vacancy was created by the election of City Councilor Nicholas Smith as Mayor of the City of Creswell. The Council consists of a Mayor and six Councilors nominated and elected from the City at large. The Mayor and each Councilor must be qualified electors under state law and must have resided within the City for at least one year immediately before election or appointment to office. A qualified elector is a person registered to vote in the City of Creswell. Neither the Mayor nor a Councilor may be employed by the City. Application forms to fill the vacancy on the Council can be found online at https://www.ci.creswell.or.us/ or can be picked up at Creswell City Hall located at 13 South 1st Street in Creswell, Oregon. Applications must be received by City Recorder, Caitlin Born by 5:00 pm on February 5, 2025 either in person, by mail or via email at cborn@creswell-or.us. Public interviews will be conducted by the City Council of each applicant at the City Council meeting that will be held on Monday February 10 at 6:00 pm. The Council may act on an appointment at that meeting. Contact City Recorder Caitlin Born for any questions regarding the application process.
Did you know that each Creswell Heroes article was written with info from a Q&A with each of our nominees? It's true! You can check out the full interviews here at the Creswell Heroes web page: https://www.ci.creswell.or.us/o/city/page/creswell-heroes
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Check out our new Creswell Heroes Page! Whenever we feature someone as a Creswell Hero, we create their article from a Q & A that they provided us. We are excited to share that the full interviews are included on the new Creswell Heroes page on our website!
Happy Wednesday, Creswell! We were looking through our photo archives and dug up a picture of the presentation of the Creswell Centennial Quilt from over a decade ago! This quilt currently resides in Creswell City Hall where everyone can stop by and enjoy it!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Wayback Wednesday. The Creswell Centennial Quilt was a years long project for the Creswell Centennial Quilt Committee. The committee’s first meeting was in 2007 and the quilt was completed in 2010. Featured in this picture are committee members Lois Schibler and Carol Vanderport.
Happy Tuesday, Creswell! It is once again time for Question of the Day!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Question of the Day: What are your favorite sports teams? Tell us in the comments!
We want to hear from you! Who is someone that has served Creswell and helped make it a great place? Nominate them for our Creswell Heroes series! Nomination form: https://forms.gle/kvk5sp4r7HnGAxRJ6
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Do you know someone who has helped make Creswell a great place? Nominate them for Creswell Heroes!
Are you looking to report a code violation? It's easy! All you have to do is visit our website at https://www.ci.creswell.or.us/ and click "Submit a Request or a Concern" at the top!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Need to report a Code Violation? Visit our website at ci.creswell.or.us and click “Submit a Request or a Concern” at the top! *Please note that anonymous requests will not be accepted.
The Creswell City Council will be holding their monthly work session on Monday, January 27th, 2025, at 6pm in Creswell City Hall. Members of the public are welcome to attend and the meeting will be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube.
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION. January 27th, 2025. 6pm at Creswell City Hall
Today we wish everyone a Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Creswell City Hall will be closed today and regular business hours will resume tomorrow, January 21st, 2025.
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Image of Martin Luther King Jr. Text reads: "We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right."
Happy Monday, everyone! Here is what is happening in Creswell this week!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
This Week in Creswell. 1/20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (City Hall Closed). 1/25: Coffee With a Cop, 10am at Blue Valley Bistro
Happy Sunday, Creswell! Paisley has yet another safety tip for you today!
4 months ago, Paisley
Safety Sundays with Paisley. Here’s an important tip to keep your personal info safe online: make sure your passwords are strong and unique! Just like I protect my treats, you should protect your data. Using the same simple password everywhere is like leaving the door open for trouble. Mix it up with numbers, letters, and symbols to make your passwords uncrackable! Stay safe, and keep those passwords as strong as my tail-wagging excitement!
Black ice is nearly invisible — but a dangerous hazard for drivers in the winter: 🧊 Slow down 🧊 Avoid drastic turns 🧊 Look for traction 🧊 Leave space More winter driving tips: NHTSA.gov/Winter-Driving-Tips
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Beware of Black ice
Our City Council contact list has been updated to feature the current roster! If you would like a physical copy of this card, we have them available at Creswell City Hall at the information table and the front desk.
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell City Council Contact Information. Mayor Nick Smith: nsmith@creswell-or.us, Council President Alonzo Costilla, acostilla@creswell-or.us, Councilor Staci Holt: sholt@creswell-or.us, Councilor Clark Kent, ckent@creswell-or.us, Councilor Mark Kremer, mkremer@creswell-or.us
Happy Saturday, Creswell! We hope you have a wonderful day!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Happy Saturday, Creswell!
Join some of Creswell's finest for some coffee and conversation! The first Coffee With a Cop of 2025 is just one week away!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Coffee With a Cop. January 25th, 2025. Blue Valley Bistro, 116 Melton Road, 10am-12pm
Thinking about making some additions to your home this year? Contact Angela, our Building Permit Tech, at 541-895-2531 ext. 304 or at akeppler@creswell-or.us
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Looking to build? Contact our Building Permit Tech, Angela! She is ready to answer your questions about permits, requirements, and more! Angela Keppler, 541-895-2531 ext. 304. akeppler@creswell-or.us
We did the math and can confirm that Creswell Public Works picked up over 467 bags of leaves during the 2024 Leaf Pick Up season! Thank you to everyone that partnered with us to keep Creswell clean!
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
467 Bags of leaves in 2024
Happy Friday! Today's Creswell Hero is Jessica Landstra, owner of Creswell's very own Farmland's Market! If you would like to nominate someone for our Creswell Heroes series, just fill out this form: https://forms.gle/kvk5sp4r7HnGAxRJ6
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Jessica Landstra Owner of Farmlands Market Jessica Landstra, owner of Farmlands Market in Creswell, has deep ties to her hometown and a strong dedication to giving back to the community. Raised in a family that valued volunteering, Jessica helped her parents organize the town's annual 4th of July Parade for many years, a tradition that remains close to her heart. Creswell Heroes #3 Jessica also serves on the Creswell Planning Commission and supports local schools by participating in programs like career days and donating to school initiatives. At just 20 years old, Jessica opened Farmlands Market, filling a vital gap in the community when Creswell had no grocery store. Since then, the store has become a local staple, offering convenience and fostering connections within the town. Jessica is proud to serve her customers, often going the extra mile to meet their needs and keep them from having to leave town for groceries. Even with her busy schedule, Jessica remains committed to Creswell, saying, "I just try to be there when I am needed." Her unwavering dedication to the community is evident in everything she does, from running a local business to supporting local causes. Jessica continues to be a pillar of the Creswell community, embodying the spirit of neighborly support and connection.
We have one (1) vacancy on the Creswell Planning Commission! Those interested may submit an application to our City Recorder, Caitlin Born, in person at City Hall or at cborn@creswell-or.us. Applications will be accepted until February 5th, 2025. Application: https://5il.co/26jst
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
Be a Voice in Creswell’s Growth! The City of Creswell is looking for a community member to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. This is your chance to help shape the city's future and influence its growth. Applications will be accepted until February 5th, 2025—apply today and make a lasting impact!
Heads up, Creswell! Public Works will be doing an emergency water shut off in the area of 4th and C Street due to repairing a broken water line. The outage is expected to last from 9am to 1pm. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact City Hall at 541-895-2531.
4 months ago, Creswell Admin
attention! Heads up, Creswell! Public Works will be doing an emergency water shut off in the area of 4th and C street from 9am to 1pm due to repairing a broken water line. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact City Hall at 541-895-2531.