Don’t forget to stop by Max Patterson Park on Saturday July 4th for the annual Police and Fire Community BBQ. Hot Dogs will be provided from noon- 2 pm (or until gone). Gladstone’s Fourth of July celebrations bring fun and community spirit, but they also come with important safety considerations—especially for pets. Local fire officials urge residents to follow Oregon’s fireworks laws, use only permitted consumer‑legal fireworks, and keep children and pets at a safe distance to prevent injuries and reduce wildfire risk.
Metro Community Choice Grant Projects The Community Choice Grants Final Vote concluded with 3,164 verified votes, more than doubling participation from the first vote in November and nearly doubling Washington County’s final vote totals. This strong turnout reflects exceptional community engagement and the effective outreach efforts of partners across the program area.
The Community Choice Grants Review Committee completed its evaluation of the Final Vote results and assessed the proposed project slate for equitable distribution and alignment with the goals of the 2019 Metro Parks and Nature Bond and the Community Choice Grants program. Following their review, the committee recommended 23 projects for Metro Council approval at the July 21 session. The City of Gladstone was recommended to receive funding for three projects:
- Meldrum Bar Park River Restoration — A project enhancing river access with accessible spur paths, safer pedestrian crossings, new benches, added shade trees, and interpretive signage that highlights the river’s ecology and cultural history.
- Natural Shade at Max Patterson Park — An initiative to plant additional trees and install nature‑based shade structures, creating a cooler, more comfortable environment for park visitors.
- Shade for Clackamas North Bank — A habitat‑focused effort to plant shade trees and native vegetation, improving ecological health and enhancing visitor comfort along the river.
Clackamas County Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair The community is invited to the 3rd annual Clackamas County Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clackamas Community College's Gregory Forum, Rm G103, 19600 Molalla Ave. in Oregon City. Learn more https://www.clackamas.us/event/clackamas-county-developmental-disabilities-resource-fair
John Wetten Community School Clean Up- Volunteers are invited today and tomorrow, June 27, starting at 9 a.m., to help clean up John Wetten School. Please bring yard tools, gloves, a water bottle, and snacks. The goal is to wrap up by 1–2 p.m. B&B Leasing has donated large yard‑debris containers, and McFarlands has contributed compost and mulch. Hope to see you there.
Gladstone Traffic Safety Advisory Board The Gladstone Traffic Safety Advisory Board will meet on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda is extensive, including discussion of a potential e‑bike ordinance for the City of Gladstone, an update on Dartmouth bike lanes, a Stop Sign Implementation Plan, a proposed speed change on Webster Road, and recent traffic statistics. The meeting will be in the Gladstone Council Chambers and the agenda can be accessed here. Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting | Gladstone OR
Gladstone City Council Special Meeting The Gladstone City Council will have a ZOOM only Special Meeting on Tuesday June 30, 2026 at 5:30 pm. The one item on the agenda is to consider approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Gladstone and Clackamas Fire District #1 for the use of the Gladstone Fire Station and transfer of assets. A copy of the packet can be accessed here.City Council Special Meeting - via Zoom Only | Gladstone OR
There’s still time to share your feedback through the City of Gladstone’s Business Survey. We’re working to better understand the needs, challenges, and opportunities facing local businesses, and your input will help shape future planning for downtown improvements, events, tourism, public spaces, and business support initiatives. The survey only takes a few minutes, and your perspective is an important part of building a stronger, more vibrant business community. Please complete the survey by Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DC9X9L .Thank you to our businesses who has already participated. We appreciate your time and your continued investment in Gladstone’s business community.
Have a great weekend,
Jacque M. Betz