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August 22, 2023 — On August 21, 2023, the Wilsonville City Council approved a $600,000 contract to fund the purchase of a battery-operated 32-passenger trolley for the South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) fleet.

For decades, SMART’s trolley has been a popular, well-used amenity at special events and summer activities. A new electric trolley aligns with SMART’s alternative energy goals and replaces the current 22-year trolley, which is in poor condition. An Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Diesel Mitigation Grant is covering about 70 percent of the purchase cost.

Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for today (Wednesday, August 16, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours from 10am-9pm.

Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available. 

For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.

To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.

Due to the Excessive Heat Warning for today (Monday, August 14, 2023), the library will be open expanded hours from 10am-9pm.

Limited library services, including browsing the stacks, computer use, and checking out of library items, will be available. 

For the City of Wilsonville's Extreme Weather Resource Guide, please visit the City of Wilsonville website.

To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.

August 8, 2023 — On August 7, 2023, no regular meeting of the Wilsonville City Council was convened because there were no items on the agenda for the Council’s consideration. The work session took place as scheduled.

During the work session, City staff updated the Council on the ongoing work of the Willamette Falls Locks Authority (WFLA) and the Army Corps of Engineers to repair and re-open the locks to river traffic under the WFLA’s stewardship. The Council affirmed its commitment to supporting the WFLA’s efforts, which could boost regional tourism and increase recreational opportunities for Willamette River boaters.

The August 2023 edition of the Wilsonville Public Library newsletter "Check Out" features articles and information about events at the library throughout the month. Check it out! 

July 18, 2023 — At the July 17, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, the Council adopted on second reading a new Transit Master Plan, which details a work plan to guide South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) operations. The plan guides future goals and strategies to help the City of Wilsonville improve transit services and maintain a sustainable public transit system.

The library will be closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

To renew items, select "My Account" on the Library website or call the automated phone service at 503-659-8634.

June 20, 2023 — At the June 19, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, on first reading, the Council adopted a new Transit Master Plan, which details a work plan to guide South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) operations. The plan guides future goals and strategies to help the City of Wilsonville improve transit services and maintain a sustainable public transit system.

May 31, 2023 — Through two annual grant programs, the City of Wilsonville recently allocated about $40,000 in funding to support local programs, events and attractions that bring the community together and attract visitors to Wilsonville.

The Community Cultural Events and Programs (CCEP), (which updates the former Community Tourism Grant program), provides funding to spark participation in local cultural programming.  The program supports local non-profits in the development of projects, programs, and/or events that promote arts, culture, history and heritage. 

May 30, 2023 – South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART), which provides transit service within the City of Wilsonville, has been awarded $440,000 from the Oregon’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund’s competitive programs, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced.

ODOT is allocating more than $28.5 million to transit authorities throughout Oregon to support bus service, maintain and purchase vehicles, build bus charging stations and fund additional improvements. STIF awards are funded from state payroll taxes, and support programs that help many of Oregon’s residents most in need.

The grants awarded to SMART are to fund two initiatives:

May 17, 2023 — At the May 15, 2023, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, on second reading, the City Council adopted revisions to the City’s overnight camping Code. The legal review of Wilsonville camping code brings the City into compliance with State laws effective July 1 that prohibit Oregon cities from outright banning overnight camping.