City Council
Regular MeetingHappy Valley, OR · December 2, 2025
Agenda
AGENDA
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Happy Valley City Hall in the Council Chamber
16000 SE Misty Drive, Happy Valley, OR 97086
Page
1. Work Session
1.1 Call to Order
1.2 Community Center/Community Park Next Steps 3 - 17
Presenters: Jason Tuck, City Manager and Ben Bryant,
Assistant City Manager
Post Community Center Bond Measure Scenarios.3.pdf
2. Regular Session
2.1 Pledge of Allegiance
2.2 Roll Call
2.3 General Public Comment
2.4 Consent Agenda: City Council - Nov 04 25 - Minutes - Html 18 - 23
2.5 Consent Agenda: Resolution 25-02: Certification of November 24 - 27
4, 2025 Special Election Results
Resolution 25-02
Exhibit A Official Results
2.6 Recognition of City Attorney, Chris Crean 28
Presenter: Ben Bryant, Assistant City Manager
2.7 City Manager Report
2.8 Councilor Comments
2.9 Adjournment
3. Executive Session ORS 192.660(2)(i)
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Title
Community Center/Community Park Next Steps
Presenter(s)
Ben Bryant, Assistant City Manager
Explanation
Bond Measure 3-626, to fund the construction of the Happy Valley Community Center,
did not pass. The purpose of the work session is for City staff members to outline potential
next steps. Staff are looking for direction on which of the following scenarios the Council
would like to prioritize in the coming months/year:
1. Focus efforts on the Community Park
a. Leave the Community Center portion of the site vacant or field for the future,
and/or
b. Explore public/private partnership opportunities to deliver the Community
Center
2. Explore Options for a smaller Community Center
The next few pages in the packet detail the pros/cons for each option as well as excerpts
from the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan that detail the top priorities.
Recommendations
In light of the bond measure results and the pros/cons listed in the following pages, City
staff recommend shifting focus to delivering the Community Park while also exploring
public/private partnership opportunities.
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Community Center Next Steps
Scenario 1: Focus Efforts on the Community Park
Details: Utilize the $20M saved in the Parks Capital Fund / Parks SDC Fund to build out as
much of the Community Park as possible. Leave 10-15 acres for the Community Center site
vacant or as a temporary lawn area for the future.
Pros:
o Delivers another high priority listed in the Parks Master Plan (Community
Park) earlier than anticipated
o Avoids potential operations and maintenance funding concerns of the
Community Center
o Maintains land for future Community Center
o Provides options and time to develop a new plan for Community Center
and/or partner with the private sector
o Leans into Happy Valley’s strengths
Cons:
o Cost of future publicly funded Community Center will be higher due to
inflation
o Cost of membership to a private Community Center would be higher
o Forgo $5M in State investment
Sub-Options:
A. Leave Community Center Portion of the Site Vacant/Temporary Field for Future
B. Explore Public/Private Partnership
Implementation Steps:
1. Engage design consultants to continue developing plans for the park
2. Outreach to stakeholders to further refine park design
3. Explore opportunities to enhance park design
4. Develop construction timeline
5. Outreach to potential private partners on community center
6. Develop a RFQ/RFP for a public/private partnership community center
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Scenario 2: Explore Options for a Smaller Community Center
Details: Work with the design team to significantly reduce the scope and scale of the
Community Center.
Pros:
o Deliver a portion of the top requested investment
o Utilize the design team and expertise the City already has on contract
Cons:
o Unknown how much the City can deliver for $20M in existing resources
o Would likely still cost $5-$10M just in design and permitting
o Would require the City to postpone other infrastructure projects
o Likely delays buildout of the surrounding park
o Unlikely the City could still utilize the $5M in State investment
Implementation Steps:
1. Conduct an open house, online survey, and/or focus groups to learn why the
measure failed. Seek answers to the following questions:
a. Was the tax impact too great?
b. Were the amenities in the proposed Community Center not attractive?
c. Should the Community Center proposal been smaller with no tax increase?
d. Was it in the wrong location?
e. Did it fail because of external factors (i.e. federal government shutdown, tax
fatigue, economic uncertainty, confusion about private sector facilities,
etc.)?
f. Was it misinformation or not understanding?
2. Work with the design team to develop options for reducing the scale of the project
3. (Re)convene Steering Committee to gather feedback on scope reductions
4. Provide a menu of options detailing what other projects wouldn’t get funded to
provide necessary funds for community center
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Excerpts from the Happy Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The following pages contain excerpts from the Happy Valley Parks and Recreation Master
Plan that outline key projects based on public feedback
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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Plan | 2020
KEY PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS
The following is a summary of key project
recommendations which will require commitment
from the City and its residents for the continued
support a healthy park and recreation system that
preserves and enhances the safety, livability and
character of the community.
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with sufficient room for park amenities. To implement a
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partners in acquiring mutually beneficial public parklands.
The near-term goal is to acquire sufficient acreage for two
community parks and four to five neighborhood parks to fill
major gaps and have sufficiently large sites for future park
development. Specific target acquisition areas are noted on
Map 7.
Sports Fields Enhancements
Sport fields, particularly all-weather turf fields that allow
more reliable scheduling through spring and fall, will be
desirable as families continue to locate in Happy Valley.
Existing fields could be upgraded or converted to artificial
turf and new fields could be acquired. One or both of the
proposed new community parks could include sports fields in
its mix of outdoor recreation amenities. Coordination with
the school district for field usage and improvements may
provide for some of the sports leagues’ needs for practice and
game play.
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Community Center
The City and its residents are poised to include a community
center in the provision of recreational facilities and need
to undertake a feasibility study to examine the building
program, footprint, potential locations and costing for
an indoor recreation facility. The feasibility study would
also explore the extent of amenities to be included in a
community/recreation center with a potential provision for a
phased implementation plan based on financing and capital
development resources.
Recreation Programming
Expanded recreational and community programming has
been an identified need as the City grows and develops.
Exploration is warranted for potential partnerships and
arrangements with school districts and contract vendors for
provision of recreation programs focusing on youth, teens and
seniors. The development of youth summer and school break
camps are current needs; the City could foster agreements
or partnerships with potential programming partners as it
considers its role in providing recreation services for the
community. The Parks and Recreation Division could act
as the clearinghouse for recreation program information
available in town.
ADA Enhancements & Park
Enhancements
Minor improvements to access, such as providing ramped
entrances for site furnishings, are necessary to conform to
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensure
universal accessibility. Also, the City should evaluate the
play equipment and its signage for code compliance and
replace outdated equipment as appropriate. The Capital
Improvement Program includes a line item for covering
small upgrades and improvements to remove barriers and
improve universal access. In general, the City should make
improvements to existing parks as needed to ensure proper
maintenance, usability and quality of park features and
grounds.
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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Plan | 2020
Park & Trail Connections
Recreational path and trail connections, improvements and
relationships to streets, sidewalks and bike lanes have been
developing as Happy Valley grows. The 2009 Happy Valley
Pedestrian System and Trail Master Plan identified several
priority regional and local trail projects to be accomplished
to close the gaps for walking access that provides a critical
element of a livable community. Additionally, the Pleasant
Valley/North Carver Comprehensive Plan includes a
bikeways and trail map to guide planning for that area. The
City should continue to implement its trail planning and
coordinate trail-related projects with transportation system
planning or related public works projects. There may also be
opportunities to explore trail development partnerships with
local user groups and pursue additional trail segments and
connections, as appropriate.
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Including facilities for alternative or emerging sports
can offer residents a more diverse range of recreational
experiences, while creating destinations that attract
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outdoor concrete skate park located in Happy Valley Park.
Opportunities and facilities for other alternative sports could
be expanded in the city. Opportunities may exist to develop
alternative sports facilities at a few existing parks and plan
for these facilities in the site design of parks to be developed
in the future. The City should also consider incorporating
small-scale skateboard (skate spots), bike skills features or
pump tracks into park sites, as appropriate.
Wayfinding & Signage
Parks, trails, plazas and public open spaces are the
primary targets for unifying an urban environment into a
cohesive, accessible and connected community through an
identifiable wayfinding program. The City should pursue a
comprehensive wayfinding program that includes both visual
graphic standards and site furnishing standards. Colors, sign
types, and information can help park and trail users navigate
the outdoor recreation experiences offered by the City.
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Communications
To broaden public awareness, the City’s website should
continue to be expanded to facilitate quick links to popular
destinations. The website should include easy-to-access
park system and facility maps, trail maps and an up-to-date
listing of park sites and amenities to enhance the experience
of the on-the-go user. The City should consider introducing
and utilizing QR codes on signage as a means to share with
or receive information from visitors about maintenance,
restoration or monitoring data.
Upgrades
The City should also consider adding the following
recreation features to expand recreational opportunities:
Spray parks / splash pads
Nature playgrounds
Playgrounds
Accessible playgrounds
Gathering spaces (picnic shelters, etc.)
Outdoor fitness areas
Community gardens
Public art
A general consideration shared during the public outreach
was the desire to create a park system that provided year-
round facilities for all ages and all abilities to gather and
recreate in diverse range of safe, clean and well-maintained
park facilities.
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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Plan | 2020
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
The Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) puts
into chronological order the project intent and
strategic actions adopted by the City to guide
the implementation of this Plan. It assigns
proposed time frames and estimated costs
for specific projects. A summary of proposed
project categories and scopes is described
below.
The CIP on the following pages lists the
park and facility projects considered for
the next five to ten years. The majority of
these projects entail the acquisition and
development of parks, renovating or enhancing
existing facilities, and expanding path and
trail corridors. The CIP provides brief project
descriptions for those projects with priority
ranking to assist staff in preparing future
capital budget requests.
Veterans Memorial Park: With its master plan approved, this
new park space is ready for full implementation to provide a focal
point for displaying the respect and honor shared by Happy Valley
residents and their families for those veterans who currently or
historically served their country.
Community Park Acquisition: This targeted parkland acquisition is
intended to provide enough land for the site of a future community
center in conjunction with the space for all the amenities of a
fully-functional community park. Thirty acres of developable land
accessible from existing supportive roads and, preferably, a public
transit route would be an ideal site.
Happy Valley Park Sports Fields Improvements: Irrigation and
field renovations to potentially include all-weather turf conversion
are needed to maintain and improve the play-ability of existing
natural turf fields.
Neighborhood Park Acquisition and Development: This targeted
parkland acquisition is intended to provide enough land for the site
of a future neighborhood park to provide more accessible (especially
via walking and biking) outdoor recreation amenities close to
neighborhoods. Once secured the site could be master planned and
developed into a new neighborhood park.
NCPRD Park Enhancements: Based on the settlement agreement
with NCPRD, three neighborhood park sites currently owned by
NCPRD will be transferred to the City of Happy Valley in the near
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future. Each of those parks has the capacity for providing additional
amenities and enhancements to increase their value to local residents.
When transferred, renovation projects to these sites could include
additional picnic shelters, play equipment, ADA upgrades, trail
connections and tree canopy plantings.
Trail Connections: In conjunction with the Pedestrian System and
Trail Master Plan, the Parks and Recreation Division will contribute
to the implementation of trail segments that help close the gaps in
the City’s walking and biking transportation networks. Based on
available funding sources and their requirements, projects may need
to remain flexible to capture granting opportunities.
The Mount Scott/Scouter Mountain Trail Loop, a Metro-proposed
regional trail, will connect numerous schools, community parks, local
trails, businesses, retail stores and the Happy Valley Town Center.
The new trail will facilitate potential access to Mount Scott Creek
and other destinations. Segments involving Mt Talbert to Southern
Lites and Scouters Mountain and Happy Valley Wetland Park also
can be priority implementations.
The projects were selected based on the need
to address care for aging facilities, implement
long-standing plans for improvements, and
work toward meeting the goal to better
connect and create access to park and
recreation facilities. The following table
summarizes the aggregate capital estimates
from the 2021-2030 CIP by park types for the
next ten years. A full CIP funding schedule
follows.
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Parks, Recreation & Open S pace P lan | 2020
APPENDIX A:
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MINUTES
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Happy Valley City Hall in the Council Chamber
16000 SE Misty Drive, Happy Valley, OR 97086
1. Work Session
Staff Present: Jason Tuck (City Manager), Ben Bryant (Assistant City
Manager), Michael Walter, AICP (Economic & Community Development
Director), Sally Curran, P.E. (City Engineer), Chris Alfino, AICP (Senior
Planner), and Kara Kerpan (City Recorder).
1.1 Commercial/Institutional/Industrial Transportation SDC
Options
Presenters: Michael D. Walter, AICP (Economic & Community
Development Director) and Sally Curran, P.E. (City Engineer)
The City Council reviewed potential updates to
Transportation System Development Charges (TSDCs) for
commercial, institutional, and industrial zones. Michael
Walter and Sally Curran presented a range of rate increase
options, from no change to the maximum defensible
amounts. Council members discussed implementing gradual
increases to encourage development while ensuring
adequate infrastructure funding.
Staff committed to researching rate increases adopted by
other municipalities and Park System Development Charges
for commercial zones. The topic will be revisited in a future
Work Session.
1.2 Naming Conventions (Downtown-Regional Park Area)
Presenter: Michael D. Walter, AICP (Economic & Community
Development Director)
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The City Council discussed naming conventions for the
downtown regional park area, noting constraints from C-COM
and Clackamas Fire District #1. Council members discussed
the possibility of incorporating Indigenous names.
Staff committed to developing a formal framework for
naming, added “Main Street” to the list of suggestions, and
providing a timeline for coordination with the Oregon
Geographic Naming Board.
1.3 City Manager Report
Jason Tuck highlighted the success of the Monster Mash
event, reminded attendees about the upcoming State of the
County Address, and expressed appreciation to staff for their
efforts on the Community Center Bond.
1.4 Councilor Comments
Council members shared recently attended and upcoming
activities. Several offered commendations for those involved
in advancing the Happy Valley Community Center Bond.
Mayor Ellis acknowledged Boy Scouts from Troop 714 in
attendance and invited them to introduce themselves,
sharing their names and schools.
2. Regular Session
2.1 Pledge of Allegiance
2.2 Roll Call
Staff Present: Jason Tuck (City Manager), Ben Bryant
(Assistant City Manager), Michael Walter, AICP (Economic &
Community Development Director), Chris Alfino, AICP (Senior
Planner), and Kara Kerpan (City Recorder).
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2.3 General Public Comment
Leonid Krivolenkov of Vancouver, Washington expressed
concern about corruption.
2.4 Consent Agenda
City Council - Oct 07 2025 - Minutes
Mayor Ellis asked for a motion to accept the Consent Agenda.
Council President Callahan motioned to approve the Consent
Agenda, Councilor Golobay seconded, and the motion passed
unanimously.
Moved by: Joshua Callahan
Seconded by: David Golobay
Aye Tom Ellis, Joshua Callahan, Brett Sherman,
David Golobay, and Glenn Wachter
Carried 5-0
2.5 Resolution 25-16: Sale of Real Property to PGE (Approved
under Consent Agenda)
2.6 Proclamation: A Celebration of the Happy Valley Business
Alliance's Twentieth Anniversary
Presenter: Jason Tuck (City Manager)
The Happy Valley Business Alliance (HVBA) was recognized for
its twentieth anniversary, with Rene Canler, President of the
HVBA presenting and receiving a proclamation.
2.7 Happy Valley Business Alliance Person of the Year Recognition
Presenter: Rene Canler (HVBA President)
Rene Canler honored Stephani Hern as the HVBA Person of
the Year for dedication to the community.
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2.8 Ordinance 597: Annexation and Associated Comprehensive
Plan Map/Zoning Amendment ANN-0002-2025
Presenter: Chris Alfino, AICP (Senior Planner)
The public hearing on Ordinance 597/File Number ANN-0002-
2025 was called to order. Mayor Ellis explained the conduct of
the public hearing. Council was asked to disclose any ex parte
contact, bias, or conflicts of interest, but there were none. The
audience did not challenge anyone’s impartiality.
Chris Alfino presented a Staff Report, noting the lot is 20,000
square feet with R-20 zoning, belonging to Lincoln Park
Memorial Cemetery. Chris Alfinio confirmed no additional
correspondence was received.
Mayor Ellis invited public testimony from the applicant, but
there was none and no one else from the audience requested
to speak. The public hearing was closed.
There were no further questions or deliberations.
Mayor Ellis asked for a motion to adopt Ordinance 597 at a
single meeting. Council President Callahan was the mover and
Councilor Sherman the seconder, and the motion carried with a
unanimous vote.
Moved by: Joshua Callahan
Seconded by: Brett Sherman
Carried
2.9 Ordinance 595: Revising the Qualifications to Serve on the
Design Review Board
Presenter: Ben Bryant (Assistant City Manager)
The public hearing for Ordinance 595 was called to order. Ben
Bryant provided a Staff Report, noting that Ordinance 595
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proposes to amend composition requirements for the Design
Review Board to allow for greater flexibility while ensuring at
least three members meet any one required category.
Mayor Ellis confirmed no additional correspondence was
received and no one offered public testimony.
Mayor Ellis asked if there were any questions, and there were
none. The public hearing was closed.
Mayor Ellis asked for a motion to adopt Ordinance 595 at a
single meeting. Councilor Wachter moved to accept Ordinance
595, Councilor Sherman seconded, and the motion passed
unanimously.
Moved by: Glenn Wachter
Seconded by: Brett Sherman
Aye Tom Ellis, Joshua Callahan, Brett Sherman,
David Golobay, and Glenn Wachter
Carried 5-0
2.10 Adjournment
Mayor Ellis read the hearing script for Executive Session.
Mayor Ellis asked for a motion to adjourn the Happy Valley City
Council meeting for November 4th. Councilor Golobay was the
mover, Council President Callahan the seconder, and the
motion passed with all in favor.
Moved by: David Golobay
Seconded by: Joshua Callahan
Aye Tom Ellis, Joshua Callahan, Brett Sherman,
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David Golobay, and Glenn Wachter
Carried 5-0
3. Executive Session Pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) & ORS 192.660(2)(p)
City Council met in Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) and
(2)(p) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing
body to negotiate real property transactions and to consider matters
related to cyber security. They did not return to the Regular Meeting.
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Title
Resolution 25-02: Certification of November 4, 2025 Special Election Results
Explanation
Happy Valley Municipal Code Section 4.06.070 (Election Notice and Results) requires the
City Recorder to certify election results to the City Council at the first meeting following
certification by the County Clerk. This process ensures the County’s certified election
results are formally incorporated into the City’s records and provides acknowledgement
of the outcome.
The City Recorder received the Official Results (attached as Exhibit A) for the November
4, 2025, Special Election on December 1, 2025.
Recommendations
Motion on the Consent Agenda
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CITY OF HAPPY VALLEY
RESOLUTION 25-02
CERTIFICATION OF NOVEMBER 4, 2025 SPECIAL ELECTION RESULTS
WHEREAS, on November 4, 2025, Measure 3-626 (Bonds for Community Center) was referred
by the City Council to the voters of the City of Happy Valley; and
WHEREAS, the Certified Results from Clackamas County Elections report that Measure 3-626
received 2,155 ‘Yes’ votes and 5,839 ‘No’ votes as shown in Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, Happy Valley Municipal Code 4.06.070(e) requires the City Recorder to certify the
election results to the City Council at the first meeting after which the County Clerk certifies the
results; and
WHEREAS, the City Recorder received the Certified Results for the November 4, 2025, Special
Election on December 1, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HAPPY VALLEY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Happy Valley hereby certifies the results of the
November 4, 2025, Special Election, in which Measure 3-626 failed to pass.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Resolution 25-02 is enacted by the City Council of the City of Happy Valley, this second day of
December 2025.
_____________________________________________
Tom Ellis
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________________
Kara Kerpan
City Recorder
Resolution 25-02
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Title
Recognition of City Attorney, Chris Crean
Explanation
City Attorney, Chris Crean, is retiring at the end of 2025. He served in this role for 17
years. The City would like to recognize and thank him for his dedication and commitment
to Happy Valley.
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