Happy Sunday, Creswell! We hope you have a great day today!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Happy Sunday, Creswell!
Do you want to stay up to date on everything happening in Creswell? Follow us on all of our social media paltforms!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Follow Us Everywhere! Stay Connected City of Creswell @city_creswell @cityofcreswell @cityofcreswell1909
Tis the season for Holiday hours! Here are City Hall's holiday closures for the month of December.
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Christmas Eve: CLOSED Christmas Day: CLOSED December 26-29: Open 9am-5pm New Year’s Eve: CLOSED New Year’s Day: CLOSED City Hall Holiday Hours
It is officially the weekend, Creswell residents! What are you up to today?
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Happy Saturday, Creswell! What are you up to today?
Creswell Planning Staff are looking for your feedback about the traffic on the Northbound I-5 Intersection! If you would like to take this survey, please scan the QR code or click the link below! Link:https://forms.office.com/r/9zBFCcr9Fs
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Creswell Planning Staff is interested in reviewing the N-Bound I-5 intersection. We are concerned about safety for cars, pedestrians, bicycles, and trucks as they navigate the intersection, especially during busy hours. Please contact Curtis Thomas at cthomas@creswell-or.us for more information. We need your feedback! If you would like to take this survey, please scan the QR code or visit the City of Creswell website!
El personal de planificación de Creswell está interesado en revisar la intersección N-Bound I-5. Nos preocupa la seguridad de los automóviles, peatones, bicicletas y camiones mientras navegan por la intersección, especialmente durante las horas punta. Por favor contactar Curtis Thomas en cthomas@creswell-or.us para obtener más información. ¡Necesitamos tus comentarios! Si desea realizar esta encuesta, escanee el código QR o visite el sitio web de la ciudad de Creswell.
Happy Friday, Creswell! It is once again time for some Friendly City trivia!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell Trivia. What is the name of the room that the Creswell City Council conducts their meetings in?
Do you have medications that you would like to safely dispose of? We have Med Project envelopes available right here at City Hall! *Sharp objects such as needles will not be accepted.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Did you know? Creswell City Hall has Med Project envelopes available to residents that would like to safely dispose of their unwanted medications!
A message from Mayor Dave Stram.
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
At the December 11 meeting of the Creswell City Council, Christina Allen was appointed to fill the vacant Council position. On the following day, it was learned that Ms. Allen has a relative who is employed by the City of Creswell. This poses a possible conflict of interest when the Council votes on the annual budget. A special meeting of the Council has been called for December 18 at 6pm in Creswell City Hall. The Council will discuss whether or not to reconsider the appointment of Ms. Allen. The public is invited to attend. As this is a special meeting of the Council, there will not be a public forum. News Release- December 14, 2023 Mayor Dave Stram City of Creswell, Oregon A Message from The Mayor.
The City of Creswell Planning Commission will be holding their monthly meeting on December 21st at 5:30pm in the City Hall Conference Room. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Planning commission meeting 12/21/2023 City Hall Conference room 5:30 pm
If you have lived in Oregon for any amount of time, you know that freezing rain is not uncommon during the chilly season. Here are some safety tips on how to drive safely if you find yourself on the road during freezing rain.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
If your area is experiencing freezing rain or snow, limit time outdoors & avoid driving if possible! If you must drive: - Clear your car of ice & snow - Always have an emergency kit in your car - Drive slow & leave extra space between vehicles
Just a friendly reminder that City Hall will be on a 2 hour delay today for the Staff Christmas Party! Doors will open promptly at 11:00am and all messages will be returned in the order they are received.
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Heads up, Creswell! City Hall will be opening on a 2 Hour Delay on December 14, 2023 due to the Staff Christmas Party! Doors will open promptly at 11am and all messages will be returned in the order they were received.
In light of the feedback we have received from local residents, the City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss whether to reconsider the appointment of Christina Allen to the council. To view the agenda, visit the city's website at http://www.ci.creswell.or.us/
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
City Council Special Meeting. Monday, December 18th, 2023 6:00pm at Creswell City Hall Members of the public are welcome to attend. The City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, December 18, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the McCluskey Chambers of City Hall. The council will be discussing whether to reconsider the appointment of Christina Allen to the City Council. To view the agenda, visit the city’s website www.ci.creswell.or.us
Creswell residents have less than one week left to share their thoughts about a potential full service grocery store! For more information, please contact Curtis at cthomas@creswell-or.us. Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CreswellGrocery
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Creswell Grocery Store Survey YOUR OPINION COUNTS! The City of Creswell has hired Marketek to research the potential for a full-service grocery store to serve the growing Creswell community. To help understand the market, we need to hear from local customers like you. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey. Deadline: December 18th. To take this survey virtually use QR code or visit www.ci.creswell.or.us
The City of Creswell needs your feedback about employable land in town. If you would like to participate, please click the survey link below or scan the QR code. https://forms.office.com/r/sb5RGWkjPp
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK! The City is pleased to announce that we have received a $20,000 grant from DLCD to help fund an Economic Opportunities Analysis. The Analysis will inventory our existing employment land and determine whether or not we have enough land to account for Creswell’s next 20 years. If you want to be involved, please scan the QR code to the right. Direct any additional questions to our planner, Curtis Thomas, at cthomas@creswell-or.us.
¡NECESITAMOS SUS COMENTARIOS! La Ciudad se complace en anunciar que hemos recibido una subvención de $20,000 de DLCD para ayudar a financiar un Análisis de Oportunidades Económicas. El Análisis inventariará nuestros terrenos de empleo existentes y determinará si tenemos o no suficiente terreno para dar cuenta de los próximos 20 años de Creswell. Si desea participar, escanee el código QR a la derecha. Dirija cualquier pregunta adicional a nuestro planificador, Curtis Thomas, en cthomas@creswell-or.us.
Happy Wednesday, Creswell! We hope your day is awesome!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Happy Wednesday, Creswell!
The latest update from Creswell City Manager Michelle Amberg is here! Stay up to date on everything happening in Creswell! https://www.ci.creswell.or.us/sites/default/files/fileattachments/administration/page/6561/creswell_city_manager_weekly_update_12-12-2023.pdf
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Image of Creswell City Manager Michelle Amberg. Text reads: "Creswell City Manager Weekly Update."
The latest City Council Recap has arrived! Here you will find a quick run down of last night's council meeting, including the historic appointment of the first unhoused person to hold a public office in the City of Creswell!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
City Council Meeting Recap December 11th, 2023
City Council Vacancy Appointment The Creswell City Council interviewed three prospective candidates for the vacant council position: Christina Allen, Clark Kent, and Kevin Prociw. Councilor Osborn nominated Kevin Prociw, Councilor Smith nominated Christina Allen, and Councilor Clark nominated Clark Kent. The first round of voting resulted in 3 votes for Allen and 3 votes for Prociw.
City Council Vacancy Appointment For the second round, Councilor Osborn nominated Prociw and Councilor Smith nominated Christina Allen. The vote was once again 3 for Allen and 3 for Prociw. For the third round, Counsilor Osborn nominated Kevin Prociw and Councilor Smith nominated Christina Allen. In this round, Allen gained the 4 votes needed for appointment from Councilor Smith, Councilor Holt, Council President Costilla, and Mayor Stram. Christina Allen will be sworn in at the January 8th, 2024 meeting. Her appointment is a historic moment for the City of Creswell, as she will be the first member of Creswell’s unhoused population to hold public office.
City Council Agenda Items Councilor Osborn moved to approve Resolution No. 2023-22, which would appropriate funds within the street fund. The motion was seconded by Councilor Smith and passed by the council. Councilor Costilla moved to approve Ordinance 560, which would amend the Creswell Comprehensive Plan to implement the Local Wetlands Inventory. The motion was seconded by Councilor Smith and passed by the council. Councilor Osborn moved to approve Resolution 2023-23, which continues the moratorium on development pursuant to ORS 197.505 to 197.540 based on limited sanitary sewer capacity as ordered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The motion was seconded by Council President Costilla and passed by the council.
Executive Session: City Manager Evaluation At 8:17pm, the City Council held their closed Executive Session in which they reviewed and evaluated City Manager Amberg’s performance over the course of the past calendar year. The Council returned to their regular meeting at 9:06 pm. Council President Costilla announced that the Council is pleased with the work of the City Manager and will retain her for another year. The majority of the Council felt that a merit increase was warranted; however, the City Manager declined the offer.
Meet Christina Allen, Creswell's newest member of City Council! Councilor Allen will be sworn in at the January 8th, 2024 City Council Meeting and is excited to serve the Friendly City!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Image of Christina Allen. Text reads: The City of Creswell is proud to welcome Christina Allen to City Council! Welcome to city council! Christina was nominated by Councilor Nick Smith and received her remaining three votes from Councilor Staci Holt, Council President Alonzo Costilla, and Mayor Dave Stram. This is a historic election for the City of Creswell, as Christina will be the first of Creswell’s unhoused population to serve in a public office. Christina will be sworn in at the January 8, 2024 meeting and looks forward to serving the people of Creswell!
Happy Tuesday, Creswell! It is once again time for Question of the Day!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
Question of the Day: What are your holiday traditions? Let us know in the comments!
Happy Monday, Creswell! Here is what we have happening in town this week!
over 1 year ago, Heather Ward
This Week in Creswell. December 11: Creswell City Council Meeting at City Hall at 6pm. December 12: Park and Tree Board Meeting at 10am at City Hall. December 14: City Hall on 2 Hour Delay. Doors open at 11am.