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City Services: Beaverton is proud to offer a wide range of services that keep our community safe, connected, and thriving.
From public safety and emergency management to clean water, transportation, and urban forestry, our dedicated city teams are here for you.
Make sure to check out the latest issue of Your City hitting mailboxes this month for a helpful guide of our programs and services — whether you’re building a home, starting a business, looking for library resources, or utility billing information, we’ve got you covered.
Also, a reminder to follow us on social media at @CityofBeaverton, and visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov often for all the latest news and to sign up for notifications on topics important to you.
Thank You, Beaverton — Your Voice Matters. The Beaverton Community Survey is now closed, and we’re grateful to everyone who shared their thoughts on key issues like safety, housing, transportation, and livability. Your input helps city leaders evaluate services, set priorities, and make decisions that reflect our community’s needs. Stay tuned as we share takeaways and next steps.
Get to Know Your City Council: The Beaverton City Council consists of seven members who serve together as the city’s governing body tasked with shaping city policy.
The City Council recently held its annual retreat and set 2026 priorities focusing on community safety and engagement, fiscal sustainability, affordable housing, mobility, and economic development.
The Beaverton City Council meets regularly on the first and third Tuesday of each month to discuss a wide range of issues and make decisions that guide city activities.
Community members are encouraged to watch the retreat video, explore the Council’s bios and focus areas, and stay engaged by tuning into future meetings. Learn more at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Council .
Save-the-Date 2026 State of the City: Community members should also mark your calendars for the State of the City address at 6 p.m. on Monday, Mar. 2 at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts to learn more about recent accomplishments and upcoming initiatives.
Free tickets will be available in advance on a first-come, first-served basis at www.thereser.org .
“Celebrate Beaverton, the awesome people who live here, and our bright future at the 2026 State of the City.”
– Mayor Beaty
Climate Action Open House A Success! Our November Climate Action Open House was a big success, with more than 60 attendees — thank you! We were inspired by the involvement and ideas shared, which are already helping shape future efforts: annual work plans for implementation, new ways for community members to get involved, and a growing list of future activities. What’s next? The updated Climate Action Plan is now under review, with a proposed draft on our website in late-January and a presentation to City Council in mid-February.
Visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/BCAPUpdate to learn more.
Project Spotlight: South Cooper Mountain: As one of the city’s most rapidly growing areas – with more than 1,600 homes built and thousands more approved or underway – we’re sharing an update on the South Cooper Mountain neighborhood. The area will eventually include up to 3,500 homes, parks, trails, schools, and a variety of housing options—including more than 240 affordable units for low-income families and seniors, like Amity Orchards, which opened in 2025. Just adjacent, the Cooper Mountain Community Plan will add 5,000 more homes along with parks and commercial spaces. These developments reflect Beaverton’s commitment to affordable and sustainable growth.
Learn more at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/CooperMountain and www.BeavertonOregon.gov/AffordableHousing .
Upcoming Community Events: Get out, get connected, and get involved with these upcoming city happenings.
The next Belonging Speaker Series is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beaverton City Library Main, located in downtown Beaverton.
During the event, attendees will learn strategies for advocating with and for people experiencing homelessness, hear personal narratives of lived experiences and stories of empowerment, and understand more about building inclusive communities.
This series, hosted by the city’s Office of Equity and Inclusion, is a collaborative event intended to promote a deep sense of belonging, understanding, and connection within the community. Learn more at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Equity .
We also want you to join us for a month of free happenings with Beaverton City Library as One Book, One Beaverton events are in full swing.
This year’s selection, Rough Sleepers: Dr. Jim O’Connell’s Urgent Mission to Bring Healing to Homeless People by Tracy Kidder tells the inspiring story of a gifted man who invented a community of care for Boston’s unhoused population.
During January, community members are invited to attend a series of related special events, and on Saturday, Jan. 17, the library is pleased to present An Evening with Dr. Jim O’Connell at The Reser.
Learn more about upcoming events, registration, and tickets at www.BeavertonLibrary.org .
Fiscal Sustainability Forums Coming to a Neighborhood Near You! Hear from city leaders and take part in a hands-on activity to share your ideas.
Find the latest information and get involved: www.BeavertonOregon.gov/FiscalSustainability .
