West Linn's Latest News
May 21, 2013
County to TriMet: 'Not if we have any say in rail line'
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Clackamas County voters sent a largely symbolic message to TriMet on Tuesday night against light rail by voting down a measure authorizing the line from Portland through Milwaukie to Oak Grove,…
May 21, 2013
Multnomah County vote carrying Metro levy
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Metro received a wake up call in the May 21 Special Election. Although voters approved its levy to maintain parks and natural lands, the results were split between the counties. With most of the…
May 16, 2013
NWEI plans anniversary splash
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Sustainability organization has big changes in store for 20th year The Northwest Earth Institute is planning to have a lot more than cake and punch when it observes its 20th anniversary today,…
May 16, 2013
TVF&R warn: Fire up the grill, not the patio
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More than 6,000 fires are due to barbecue grills There’s nothing better than a backyard barbecue on a warm, sunny evening. Unfortunately, charcoal briquette and propane barbecues can pose a…
May 16, 2013
Police Log
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Information for the public safety column comes from public records of the West Linn Police Department. Authorities recently filed reports on the following incidents: BURGLARY 5/8 8:20 a.m. A…
May 16, 2013
West Linn's Cut the Red Tape project is underway
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City seeks input from area businesses on how to remove obstacles, barriers The city of West Linn has initiated its Cut the Red Tape project, which will eliminate unnecessary and inefficient…
May 16, 2013
City to buy street sweeper
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Purchase expected to save $40,000 annually in contracting costs Looking to recoup costs, the city is investing in its own street sweeper. On Monday, the city council approved the purchase of a…
May 16, 2013
Local Briefs
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Participate in ‘Take Care of West Linn Day’ Community members are invited to join a crew doing its part for the annual “Take Care of West Linn Day” on Saturday. Come help restore critical…
May 16, 2013
LO to intervene in public meetings lawsuit
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Litigation targets WL's approval of water plant and pipeline The Lake Oswego City Council last week voted to intervene on West Linn City Council members’ behalf as they defend themselves against…
May 16, 2013
Celebrate Children's Book Week
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Pick up one of your childhood favorites at the West Linn library Take a moment to close your eyes and think about your favorite book as a child. Who were your favorite characters and what did…
May 16, 2013
City approves contract with Polar Systems for chief information…
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West Linn continues to outsource its information technology needs After a successful trial run since July of 2012, West Linn will continue to outsource its information technology (IT) services…
May 16, 2013
Ducks football broadcaster to speak at fundraiser
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Event raises funds for Senior Citizens Council of Clackamas County Duck football fever is spreading to West Linn, and it will help senior citizens who are victims of financial abuse. Mike…
May 09, 2013
Bill aims to block Stafford composting facility
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Rep. Julie Parrish's bill would ban sites within 1,500 feet of schools In an effort to halt a controversial composting facility in the Stafford area, Rep. Julie Parrish, R-West Linn, has stepped…
May 09, 2013
Four candidates vie for interim municipal judge
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Replacement judge will serve from June 1 to Sept. 17 The West Linn City Council decided Monday to formally interview four candidates for the soon-to-be vacated municipal judge position, rather…
May 09, 2013
Local Briefs
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Living History Tour group set to celebrate centennial The Willamette Living History Tour group will be presenting a life skit of the history of Willamette at the next West Linn Centennial…
May 09, 2013
Street maintenance fees may double in 2014
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City streets currently rank in 'fair' condition The West Linn Citizens Budget Committee voted Monday to recommend the city council raise street maintenance fees by more than double in 2014, and…
May 09, 2013
City earns financial reporting award
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Financial department recognized for fourth straight year For the fourth year running, the city of West Linn was honored by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and…
May 09, 2013
Police Log
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Information for the public safety column comes from public records of the West Linn Police Department. Authorities recently filed reports on the following incidents: BURGLARIES 4/28 6:21 p.m.…
May 09, 2013
Police honor centennial with new badge
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Officers paid for their own badges to offset costs As the city of West Linn prepared to kick off its centennial birthday in 2013, the officers of the West Linn Police Department decided they…
May 09, 2013
Raffle tickets available for quilt made by local Lions Club
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Money from tickets will fund a $1,000 scholarship for a West Linn High School student Raffle tickets are still available for a quilt made by the West Linn Riverview Lions Club, with the proceeds…
