The Creswell City Council will be holding a public hearing during their April 8th meeting about the naming of 2nd Street Park. Members of the public are welcome to attend and share their thoughts and concerns regarding the proposed name.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Public Hearing Notice: The City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, April 8th during its regular meeting to name the newest park in the City. The name that they are considering is RobinetteHughes Park in memory of the gentlemen who gave property to create the City of Creswell. The park is located on South 2nd Street and currently has a play area installed. This year we will be opening a splash pad.
The latest update from Manager Amberg has arrived! If you would like to receive these updates via email, please send message Michelle at mdamberg@creswell-or.us March 26, 2024 Update: https://5il.co/2haeg
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell City Manager Weekly Update
In case you missed last night's City Council meeting, here are the findings from the grocery store survey that was conducted a few months ago. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Curtis at 541-895-2531 ext. 326 or at cthomas@creswell-or.us
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell Grocery Store Survey Results. Last night, we gave a presentation to City Council to reveal the results of the Grocery Store Survey and the associated market research. Attached you can find the slide deck. Here is a summary:
In our Economic Development Strategic Plan, we identified the lack of a grocery store as a competitive disadvantage. This led us to the research question: Can Creswell support a grocery store, and if so, what size grocery store? At a staff level, we heard plenty of anecdotes about the desire for the grocery store, but we lacked the DATA to be able to agree or disagree. Per the survey and market research, we can confidently say that Creswell can support a grocery store of about 20,000 square feet. To put the size into perspective, Bi-Mart is about 30,000 square feet and the average sized Winco is 90,000 square feet.
Therefore, a 20,000 square foot grocery store in Creswell will have to find a way to compete with the local Walmart, Costco, and Winco. It is not easy. In my opinion, a local grocer will have to find a way to create and maintain brand loyalty in order to be competitive. A few people in the survey asked why we are investigating this question, when Ray’s was not successful. Rays had a highly unfavorable rental-lease agreement, which led to a trickle-down result of high prices and bad reputation.
In the survey, Creswellians responded that they prioritize price, convenience, options, and availability of fresh produce – no surprises there! The market research further recommends that a local grocer focus on produce, fresh meats, dairy, etc. As you all already know, grocery stores provide cleaning supplies, pharmaceuticals, and “pantry” items. In Creswell, we already have stores that carry those goods, meaning the market is semi-saturated in those areas. A local grocer should try to fill the gap.
We have shared the results of this project with Farmlands, the only grocer who has shown recent interest in expanding in Creswell. While they understand the market potential and clientele, Farmlands is determining the feasibility of moving to a new building, expanding operations, and taking a financial risk. We have connected Farmlands with Grocer Consultant to help decision making. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Curtis at 541-895-2531 ext. 326 or at cthomas@creswell-or.us
Today is your last chance to vote in Round 3 of Movies in the Park! You can cast your vote on the pinned post on our Facebook page, in person at the Creswell Library (ballot box is at the front desk), or by visiting our website!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Today is the last day to vote for Round 3 of Movies in the Park!
Happy Monday, Creswell! Here is everything happening in the Friendly City this week!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
This Week in Creswell: March 25th- City Council Work Session, 6pm in the McCluskey Chambers of Creswell City Hall. March 28th- Street Sweeper (South Side of Oregon Avenue). March 30th- Coffee With a Cop, 10am to 12pm at Blue Valley Bistro (116 Melton Road). March 31st- Easter Sunday
The Creswell City Council will be holding their monthly work session tonight at 6pm in City Hall. Members of the public are welcome to attend and the meeting will be live-streamed on the official City of Creswell Facebook and YouTube.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
City Council Work Session. March 25th at 6pm in Creswell City Hall
We are live! Watch tonight's Work Session in real time on our Facebook page or on our YouTube channel!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
We are live! Live stream the Creswell City Council Meeting and stay up to date about what is happening in our town! Facebook: City of Creswell. YouTube: @CityofCreswell1909
It is once again time for Safety Sundays With Paisley! Creswell's most famous Border Collie wants to remind everyone to check their smoke alarms! They should be checked once a month and batteries should be replaced when they begin beeping.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Safety Sundays With Paisley. Paisley the Border Collie says: When was the last time you checked your smoke alarm? I recommend checking it once a month! If your smoke alarm is beeping, replace the battery ASAP!
Heads up, Creswell! City Hall will be closed from 11:30am to 1:30pm on Monday, April 1st, 2024, for a farewell lunch for our City Recorder, Grace. Doors will open promptly at 1:30pm and all messages will be returned in the order they are received.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell City Hall will be closed from 11:30am to 1:30pm on Monday, April 1st, 2024, for a farewell lunch for our City Recorder, Grace. Doors will open promptly at 1:30pm and all messages will be returned in the order they are received.
When it comes to severe weather, don’t rely on a single source for updates. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings and alerts about approaching storms.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Have multiple ways to get warnings, such as internet, wireless emergency alerts and weather apps, outdoor sirens, local tv and radio, noaa radios, and from family and friends.
The Lane County Diverse Business Directory has expanded! It is available to help you connect to businesses run by those who identify with one or more underrepresented communities. For more information, please visit https://www.lanecountyor.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageId=19696267
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Lane County Diverse Business Directory. Are you a business owner or do you know business owners who identify as being part of an underrepresented and/or minority community? Economic development and promoting equity A sense of belonging and representation. Scan the QR codes to view or add your business to the directory.
Coffee With a Cop is one week away! Join some of Creswell's law enforcement officers for a cup of coffee and some conversation!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Coffee With a Cop. Saturday, March 30th at Blue Valley Bistro (116 Melton Road) from 10am to 12pm. No purchase necessary. Join some of creswell’s finest law enforcement officers for coffee and conversation! For more information, please contact sgt. Speldrich at alex.speldrich@lanecountyor.gov
Happy Saturday, Creswell! We hope that your day is amazing!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Happy Saturday, Creswell!
The latest update from Manager Amberg has arrived! If you would like to receive these updates via email, please send message Michelle at mdamberg@creswell-or.us March 22, 2024 Update: https://5il.co/2h2i9
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Image of City Manager Michelle Amberg. Text reads: Creswell City Manager Weekly Update
Happy Friday, everyone! It is once again time for Creswell Trivia! Do you know the answer? Here's a hint: you can find it on our website!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Creswell Trivia. When was the first population boom in Creswell? a: after the great depression. b: After World War 2. c: The 1970s. d: The 1950s
Our Arbor Day Celebration is coming soon! We hope you will join us for all of the excitement as we celebrate another year as a Tree City!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
The City of Creswell Presents Arbor Day. Saturday, April 27th, 11am to 1pm at Garden Lake Park. Free Face painting, free food, info booths, bird walk *bring your own binoculars, and tree giveaways!
We are sad to announce that our City Recorder Grace will be leaving us for a new adventure in Colorado on April 1st. We will all miss her very much but are excited to see what she will do! Our utility clerk, Caitlin Born, will take over as City Recorder.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
An Update from CITY HALL. farewell, Grace! We are sad to announce that Grace, our City Recorder, will be departing City Hall for a new adventure in Colorado. We will miss her very much but we know she will do amazing things at her new job! Grace’s last day is April 1st, 2024, so we hope you will pop by to say farewell!
This is a regular monthly meeting of the Creswell Planning Commission. The meeting will begin at 5:30pm in the City Hall Conference Room. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Planning Commission Meeting. March 21st at 5:30pm in the City Hall Conference Room
Happy Thursday, everyone! With the sunny weather coming out, Paisley wants to remind everyone that basketball hoops are not allowed on sidewalks and streets! Lets keep the right of way clear for everyone!
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
The City of Creswell Presents Paisley's Ponderings. Please remember to keep basketball hoops out of the sidewalk and street! This helps minimize blind spots for drivers and keeps the right of way clear for those with walkers and wheelchairs!
Sign up now for Make Parenting A Pleasure in Creswell! Every Wednesday for 12 weeks from 530pm-730pm starting April 3rd. Childcare provided. For more information, call 541-246-4368.
over 1 year ago, Creswell Admin
Make Parenting a Pleasure. This Class is free and meets for 12 weeks. Starts April 3, 2024, meets every wednesday 5:30 to 7:30pm. To enroll, call 541-246-4368 or email kdumas@creswell.k12.or.us