Nature Family Fun Night at NW Heckman & 159th Ave / Noche de Diversión Familiar en la Naturaleza
June 08, 2023 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, Español, Heckman, Public Meetings
Join THPRD for Nature Family Fun Night on Thursday, June 8 for activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to share input on the future nature-based park coming to NW Heckman & 159th Ave.
Nature Family Fun Night / Noche de Diversión Familiar en la Naturaleza
May 11, 2023 - Posted in:
Events, Natural Resources,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, Design & Development, Nature, Public Meetings, Trails, Willow Creek Greenway, Willow Creek Greenway Improvements
Join THPRD for Nature Family Fun Night on Thursday, May 11 for activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to learn about the improvements coming to the Willow Creek Greenway.
Community Meeting to Review Concept Plan for Future Park at SW Pointer Rd / Reunión comunitaria para revisar el plan conceptual del futuro parque en SW Pointer Rd
May 03, 2023 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at Pointer
Join THPRD and the West Slope Neighborhood Association Committee to learn about the finalized concept plan for the Future Park at NW Pointer Rd.
Positions Available on THPRD Board of Directors - Deadline to File for Office March 16
March 06, 2023 - Posted in:
News Release
On May 16, 2023, an election will be held to elect board members for two positions on the THPRD Board of Directors. Positions are at-large, meaning they serve the entire district, and terms last for four years.
The Friends of the Tualatin Hills Nature Park and the Tualatin Hills Nature Center are hosting the Spring Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s spring programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, February 25, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, February 27.
On May 16, 2023, an election will be held to elect board members for two positions on the THPRD Board of Directors. Positions are at-large, meaning they serve the entire district, and terms last for four years.
THPRD Planning to Replace Boardwalk at Willow Creek / THPRD planea reemplazar el sendero entablado en Willow Creek
January 25, 2023 - Posted in:
Natural Resources,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, Willow Creek Greenway, Willow Creek Greenway Improvements
THPRD is planning to replace the .85 mile stretch of boardwalk that meanders through the Willow Creek Greenway.
Beaverton Creek Trail Earns Metro Funding and begins final planning stages
December 22, 2022 - Posted in:
Natural Resources,
News Release, Planning and Development, Beaverton Creek Trail
Metro approved $2,055,647 in funding for THPRD’s Beaverton Creek Trail project from Metro’s 2025-2027 Regional Flexible Funds Allocation for transportation projects.
Westside Trail Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Earns Metro Funding
December 01, 2022 - Posted in:
Natural Resources,
News Release, Planning and Development, Trail Bridge
The Metro Council approved THPRD’s Westside Trail Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge project for a Metro 2019 Parks and Nature Bond Trails Grant for more than $1.9 million.
THPRD planning greenspaces in South Cooper Mountain area
November 28, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, New Parks at South Cooper Mountain Development
THPRD is partnering with housing developers in exchange for THPRD system development credits to bring parks and trails to the South Cooper Mountain area.
Developer grading soil on THPRD property at SW 175th and Barrows
October 27, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Parks at South Cooper Mountain Development
Housing developer The New Home Company is donating a natural area and a section of future park land to THPRD in exchange for developing a water quality facility on THPRD property.
Community Members Invited to Join THPRD Advisory Committees or Budget Committee
September 14, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Public Participation, Advisory Committees
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee.
The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Fall Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, August 13, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, August 15.
Two Long-Serving THPRD Leaders Named Recreation Directors
July 18, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release
Julie Rocha and Sabrina Taylor Schmitt, two long-serving park and recreation professionals, have been recently appointed as directors at THPRD. They have been serving as interim directors since September 2021, as the district was in the midst of an organizational realignment due to the pandemic.
Community Members Invited to Apply for THPRD Audit Committee
May 09, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for an opening on the district’s Audit Committee. There is one position available. The deadline to submit applications is Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
April 07, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Design & Development
THPRD is beginning the second phase of planning and design of Abbey Creek Park and engaging local community members to help decide which additional amenities will be added to the undeveloped areas of the park.
Virtual Community Presentation for New Park on SW Pointer Rd
March 31, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at Pointer
THPRD is holding a Virtual Community Presentation for the future park on SW Pointer Rd. This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about the new park, learn ways to share input, and ask questions.
Jared Isaksen has been selected as THPRD’s Finance Services Director/ Chief Financial Officer. As CFO, Jared will lead the district’s Finance Services team, overseeing a staff of 10.5 staff, responsible for directing the district’s fiscal operations as well as budget and accounting functions.
THPRD Planning New Neighborhood Park at SW Pointer Rd
March 02, 2022 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at Pointer
THPRD will begin the planning and design of a future neighborhood park along SW Pointer Rd. THPRD is excited to engage local community members to help guide the design process.
The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Spring Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s spring programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, February 26, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, February 28.
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is partnering with the Beaverton School District for the THPRD’s annual Holiday Giving Drive. Our goal is to help create a warmer, brighter holiday season for Beaverton School District families and students in need. Community members can bring gift cards to any open THPRD facility until Wednesday, December 15.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s winter programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, December 4, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, December 6.
October 06, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at SW Baker and Lombard
THPRD is finalizing a concept plan and name for the New Park at SW Baker & Lombard. Please share your input by joining our upcoming virtual meeting or take a short survey.
Community Members Invited to Apply for THPRD Advisory Committees
September 27, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is
encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee.
THPRD’s Visioning Process Recognized as the U.S.A. Public Involvement Project of the Year
September 13, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Visioning Taskforce, 9/20: VTF member name edit
THPRD is honored to announce that the district’s visioning process was selected for two national awards: the Public Involvement Project of the Year in the United States and as the winner of the Core Values Award for Respect for Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture.
August 18, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, SW 155th Trail
THPRD continues planning the future off-street trail connecting SW Sexton Mountain Dr to the Westside Trail near Sexton Mountain Elementary School. Please join us for our upcoming Virtual Community Review Meeting to learn about the trail alignment plan, ask questions, and share your input.
The Tualatin Hills Nature Center is hosting the Fall Native Plant Sale in partnership with Sparrowhawk Native Plants. Thousands of habitat friendly native plants are available as well as information about the benefits of native plants.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, August 28, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration begins on Monday, August 30.
Share your input on South Cooper Mountain area parks
July 16, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Parks at South Cooper Mountain Development
The for-profit affordable housing developer Wishcamper Development Partners is proposing to develop a series of parks and trails in the South Cooper Mountain area.
Take a survey to share your input on a new park in the South Cooper Mountain area.
Community Meeting for New Trail at Sexton Mountain Drive
June 24, 2021 - Posted in:
Natural Resources,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, SW 155th Trail
THPRD is planning a new off-street trail connecting SW Sexton Mountain Dr to the Westside Trail near Sexton Mountain Elementary School. Please join us for a Virtual Community Meeting to learn more and share input.
Spring with Family & Friends / La Primavera con Familia y Amigos
May 15, 2021 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at SW Baker and Lombard
Join THPRD and Vose Elementary School for fun activities for all ages, free giveaways, and an opportunity to give input on a new park coming to SW Baker & Lombard.
New Trail from Westside Trail to Sexton Mountain Dr / Un sendero nuevo desde Westside Trail hasta Sexton Mountain Dr
April 21, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, SW 155th Trail
From spring to fall of 2021, THPRD will be planning a new .15-mile off-street trail connecting from the Westside Trail to SW Sexton Mountain Dr near Sexton Mountain Elementary School.
Community Meeting New Park at SW Baker / Junta Comunitaria sobre nuevo parque en SW Baker
April 20, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, New Park at SW Baker and Lombard
THPRD is holding a Virtual Community Meeting for the upcoming park at SW Baker and Lombard. This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about the new park and provide your input through an online survey.
Love Your Trails celebration / Celebración Ama a tus Veredas
February 27, 2021 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, Trail Bridge
Join THPRD for the Love Your Trails celebration on Saturday, February 13 at Pioneer Park. Celebrate your local trails and Valentines’ weekend at at this walk-through celebration to enjoy family activities, free raffle and giveaways. Plus, learn about the upcoming Westside Trail bridge and share your input!
Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting II for Westside Trail Bridge study
January 26, 2021 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Public Participation, Trail Bridge
THPRD invites community members to view our next Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting for the Westside Trail Bridge over Highway 26 study on Tuesday, January 26 at 2:00-3:30pm. This is an opportunity to hear project updates, learn what we heard from community members, and share your input on bridge alignment options.
THPRD Continues Closures Under Statewide Health and Safety Framework
December 03, 2020 - Posted in:
News Release
In response to Governor Brown’s announcement last week regarding the new matrix for COVID-19 risk assessment within counties, THPRD will continue its closure of facilities to the public, with the exception of registered participants in child care and preschool programs.
Community Members Invited to Apply for THPRD Budget Committee
October 20, 2020 - Posted in:
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s Budget Committee. There are two positions available. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, November 9, 2020.
Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting for Westside Trail Bridge study
September 30, 2020 - Posted in:
News Release, Planning and Development, Trail Bridge
The THPRD Planning team is offering a virtual presentation and discussion about the upcoming Westside Trail Bridge over Highway 26 study. While this Property & Agency Stakeholders Virtual Meeting will be a discussion among local property owners and agency stakeholders, we are also inviting the public to share their input and ask questions.
THPRD Board Announces New Partnership: Hosting Homeless Shelter During COVID-19 Pandemic
April 14, 2020 - Posted in:
News Release
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District has partnered with Community Action and Project Homeless Connect to open an emergency shelter for single adults at the Elsie Stuhr Center. The emergency shelter will be in operation during the time the facility is closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
THPRD Announces a Reduction in Workforce Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
March 24, 2020 - Posted in:
News Release
Due to the unprecedented global pandemic and the accompanying closure of programs and facilities, THPRD initially placed 762 part-time and seasonal workers in unscheduled status.
The safety of THPRD guests, staff and community is our top priority and the district is taking appropriate action to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to this, the registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s summer camps, programs, classes and activities has been delayed.
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is launching a survey as part of the district’s ongoing community visioning effort. The survey is open to the public from Feb 20 through April 24.
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) will host an open house for families with children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old that will be starting preschool in September 2020.
THPRD Purchases 25-acres of natural area in Cedar Mill
December 11, 2019 - Posted in:
2008 Bond Measure,
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is happy to announce the acquisition of 25-acres along Bronson Creek for wildlife habitat conservation and future public access. The site represents the largest single natural area purchase of the district’s 2008 bond measure.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s winter programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, Dec. 7 at 8 am for in-district residents.
THPRD Board of Directors Announces FREE Drop-In Activities for Veterans and Their Families
November 04, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District Board of Directors announced today FREE Drop-in Activities on Veterans Day Weekend for all active-duty military members, all veterans, and their families.
Please join THPRD for the Cedar Hills Park Grand Re-Opening on Saturday, October 26, from 11 am to 2 pm. The park is located at 2300 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Community Members Invited to Apply for THPRD Advisory Committees and Budget Committee
September 10, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is encouraging community members to apply for openings on the district’s three Advisory Committees and Budget Committee. Applications are available at www.thprd.org. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, October 25.
Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s fall programs, classes and activities begins Saturday, Aug. 17 at 8 am for in-district residents.
THPRD Offering Parents Coverage Options for May 8th – No School Day
May 06, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is announcing expanded child care and drop-in activities to offer parents options for the No School day planned for May 8.
Spring Native Plant Sale this Saturday at Tualatin Hills Nature Center
April 22, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release
There will be a large variety of native shrubs, ground covers, perennials and trees available for purchase. Volunteers, plant experts, a Park Ranger, and Nature Center staff, will be on-hand to help with selections to make sure you get the right plant.
THPRD Invites the Public to Share Comments on Jenkins Estate Concept Plan
April 08, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release
After a significant community outreach process, staff are nearing completion of the plan and are seeking final feedback from community members through April 30, 2019.
Felicita Monteblanco, THPRD Board Director, Honored by the American Association of University Women of Oregon
April 08, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release, Board of Directors
Felicita is being honored for her advocacy work on behalf of Latina women and girls in Oregon. She created a community event program called Latinx Social Hour focusing on social justice issues including transgender justice and building relationships with diverse neighborhoods and communities.
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is recruiting for a Visioning Task Force. Applications are being accepted now through April 21. THPRD needs a community-supported vision for the future of the District to influence programming, funding, and strategic planning. We are looking for diverse, multicultural, and energetic community liaisons to help get us there.
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) was honored today by the Washington County Department of Health and Human Services with the Partner in Public Health Award.
THPRD Board Directs New Budget Include Support for Affordable Housing
January 09, 2019 - Posted in:
News Release, Board of Directors
Board members have called upon district staff to participate in county-wide coordinated discussions that are expected to begin this year. In the meantime, the Board directed staff to develop the next fiscal year budget with funding that benefits affordable housing development.
ISing Choir Hosts Concerts Benefiting Tualatin Hills Park Foundation
November 19, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, Accessibility, Adaptive Recreation, Donation, Health & Wellness, Social Equity
ISing Choir will perform three concerts to benefit the Tualatin Hills Park Foundation. Collected donations will help fund inclusive and accessible recreation programming.
November 14, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, Donation
THPRD's annual Giving Drive kicks off on Nov. 19. Look for a holiday display at a district location near you. Pick a gift tag labeled with a request and bring back an unwrapped gift or gift card by Dec. 14
Welcome back the rain at this family-friendly event. Learn about the healthy habitats that newts, and their fellow forest inhabitants, need to survive.
October 15, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, Public Participation, Accessibility, Adaptive Recreation, Administration, Advisory Committees, Aquatics, Design & Development, Parks, Public Meetings, Social Equity, Sports, Volunteers
Calling all park lovers, community enthusiasts and big idea generators: Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District needs your voice.Join one of the three Advisory Committees and help create lasting change in your parks and programs
September 26, 2018 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Nature
Get your gardening gloves out! The 18th annual Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District Fall Native Plant Sale is a great opportunity fill your garden with native trees, shrubs, and flowering plants.
August 23, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, NRPA, Social Equity
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) recently garnered a mention by Leon T. Andrews, Jr., the Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Park & Recreation Association (NRPA), in their official publication, Parks & Recreation.
Thompson Submits Resignation From Board Of Directors
July 30, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, Board of Directors
Holly Thompson has submitted a letter of resignation from the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District Board of Directors. The board will accept the resignation at their Aug. 7 meeting.
THPRD Celebrates Latino Culture With First Fiesta en el Parque on Aug. 19
July 26, 2018 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Español
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District will debut a new festival in August with Fiesta en el Parque, a celebration of Latino culture, food, and fun.
Transportation trucks, tractors, dump trucks, fire trucks and more will be on display during the 20th annual Big Truck Day. Set for Aug. 4, this is one of the district's most popular events.
THPRD And FACT Oregon To Host Region's Only Inclusive Triathlon on Aug. 11
July 24, 2018 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release, Accessibility, Adaptive Recreation, Health & Wellness, Social Equity
The All Ability Tri4Youth, scheduled for Aug. 11, gives youth, their families and peers an opportunity to compete in a fun, safe, and fully-accessible triathlon.
Major Renovation of Cedar Hills Park Set To Begin July 9
June 28, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release, Cedar Hills
Construction on one of the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District’s largest bond measure projects, the redevelopment of Cedar Hills Park, will start on July 9.
THPRD Employee Uses Lifeguarding Skills To Save Teammate's Life
June 18, 2018 - Posted in:
News Release
Ben Wu performed compression-only CPR, a skill aquired during lifeguard training, on a teammate stricken with commotio cordis, a rare and often lethal cardiac event.
Through a partnership between THPRD and Beaverton Family Promise, the park district will host families for at least 3-4 weeks per year. During a given week, the families will stay overnight in one designated room of a THPRD recreation center.
First-Ever July 4 Show Highlights THPRD Summer Concert Schedule
June 07, 2018 - Posted in:
Events,
News Release
Country singer Britnee Kellog will headline the district's first Independence Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Park. The show kicks off the summer concert season.