Community Workshop: Envision Ridgefield 2045Join us at the first community workshop for Envision Ridgefield 2045, our project to update Ridgefield's comprehensive growth plan! Envision Ridgefield 2045 Community Workshop
Tuesday, September 10, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Commons, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
510 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield WA 98642 In this hands on session, you will collaborate in small groups to: - Update Ridgefield’s Community Vision: Use what we heard from your friends and neighbors to refine vision statements for the next 20 years.
- Plan for Future Growth: Map future jobs and housing for people of all income levels.
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Council UpdateAugust Meeting Highlights- Appointment of Richard Wolf to Planning Commission, Position No. 6
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 1428 - 2024 Budget Amendment
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for Park Land in Abrams Park
- Presentation: Clark County Commission on Aging Annual Report
- Resolution No. 652: Approval of an Update to the Master Fee Schedule Establishing Expedited Review Fees for Commercial Tenant Improvements
View full Agenda & Minutes*
*Meeting Minutes are added after they are approved at the following Council meeting.
Listen to Recorded Meeting Audio Upcoming MeetingsCity Council- Thursday, September 12, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
- Thursday, September 26, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
Planning Commission- Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
Parks Board- Wednesday, September 11, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
Roundabout Committee- Monday, September 9, 6:30 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
South 35th Avenue Corridor Extension Project - Community Meeting- Thursday, September 19, 6 PM-8 PM, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center
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City Council Vacancy Appointment Process Open for Position 6Position 6 on City Council is vacant effective August 23, 2024. State law provides that City Council shall appoint a qualified person to fill the position within 90 days. The term for Position 6 will expire in 2025. The vacancy appointment process is now open. Application ProcessThe timeline for filling the Council vacancy is as follows: - September 11, 2024: Applications due to City Clerk by 4:30 PM. Start Application
- September 12 – 20, 2024: Council will review applications to determine candidates who will move forward in the process.
- October 3, 2024: Town Hall Public Forum – Public forum to introduce candidates to Ridgefield residents and give them the opportunity to express their ideas and opinions about what they would do if appointed to a City Council position. Details
- October 10, 2024: During a public study session, City Council will interview candidates. During the regular session, Council will appoint a new Councilmember. The new Council member will be sworn in and attend the regularly scheduled Council meeting.
Resident ParticipationRidgefield community members have three opportunities to participate in the selection of a new City Council member: - Provide questions for use during the Town Hall Public Forum. Questions may be submitted online at www.RidgefieldRoundtable.org. Deadline to submit questions before the Public Forum is 4:30 PM on September 30.
- Attend the Town Hall Public Forum on October 3, ask questions during the Town Hall and provide observations about the candidates to City Council via email. The Town Hall can be attended in person, or online via Zoom. Details
- Observe the interviews during City Council Study Session on October 10 and, if desired, provide public comment to Council regarding the candidates prior to appointment.
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Pioneer Street Closure - September 13-16Pioneer Street will be closed from 8 PM Friday evening, September 13 to 6 AM Monday, September 16, between 47th Avenue and 53rd Place. This closure will allow the city’s contractors to install a major stream culvert east of 47th Avenue as part of the Pioneer Widening and 50th Place Roundabout project. A detour route will be in place along S Royle Road, Wells Drive, Timm Road, S 6th Way and S 56th Place. Drivers are also encouraged to choose an appropriate detour for their destination, for example if you are headed to La Center, consider driving north on Royle Road. Please remember to drive the appropriate speed through detours and always keep an eye out for pedestrians, cyclists and others sharing the roadway. Traffic Alerts |
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Upcoming Community EventsWednesday, September 4: Musicians in Park 2024 FinaleCome to Overlook Park, at the corner of Pioneer St and Main Ave, Wednesdays and Fridays for a music filled lunch hour. Please feel free to bring a picnic lunch or pick up take out from Downtown restaurant. There will be a few benches and picnic tables, but we encourage you to bring your own folding chairs as well. Arbielle will be playing viridescent, harmony-driven, contemporary folk on September 4. Learn more Wednesday, September 4: Meet Me on Wednesdays 2024 FinaleCome downtown for a guided walk starting at 10 AM at Overlook Park! The September 4 walk will be on the Orienteering Course in Abrams Park. Learn more Thursdays through October 3: Dragon Boat Community PaddlesRidgefield Dragon Boat community paddling is your opportunity to join a fun, team oriented activity at no cost from June 13 through October 5. Paddlers must be 14 years of age or older to participate. No experience is needed, Registration Required. Learn more and Register Saturday, September 7: Ridgefield Multicultural FestivalThe 2024 Multicultural Festival theme is Food & Fashion! The festival will include performances, crafts and activities, First Saturday and Farmers Market vendors, and more! Learn more Tuesday, September 10: Envision Ridgefield 2045 - Community WorkshopJoin us at the first community workshop for Envision Ridgefield 2045, our project to update Ridgefield's comprehensive growth plan! Learn more Saturday, October 5: BirdFest & BluegrassIt’s the 25th annual celebration of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge with activities on the refuge and downtown, including birding, vendors, crafts, bluegrass music and a Pickers Festival ! This year you can also participate in a sunset paddle on the Ridgefield Dragon Boats on Friday night, October 4. Learn more Community Events CalendarDid you know that the City hosts a community calendar on our website where all Ridgefield organizations can submit their events to be shared? Check it out to stay on top of what is happening in Ridgefield. |
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In Case You Missed ItNews releases and announcements from the past month. Pedestrian and Bike Safety Infrastructure Coming to the Hillhurst School Zone This YearThis work will be completed by the end of 2024, and the City’s contractor will coordinate directly with the City and School District to minimize impacts during work. Learn more New Mural Reflects the Power of Community PartnershipsLocated on the north side of 112 N Main Avenue, this vibrant mural is a testament to the power of community partnerships and the spirit of volunteerism in Ridgefield. Learn more Envision Ridgefield 2045 - Community WorkshopJoin us at the first community workshop for Envision Ridgefield 2045, our project to update Ridgefield's comprehensive growth plan. Learn more City Council Vacancy Appointment Process Open for Position 6The vacancy process is now open to fill the vacant position. Applications are due by 4:30 PM on September 11. Learn more Employee Team from Ridgefield Runs Hood to Coast RelayA group of City employees took on the "Mother of All Relays" and collectively ran 195.68 miles from Timberline Lodge to Seaside. Learn more
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