Tigard Public Works

10/15/2026

Today is The Great Shakeout! At 10:15 a.m. today, we dropped, took cover, and held on. This exercise is a yearly reminder on what to do in the event of an earthquake. Participating in exercise like this helps us be more prepared when an earthquake actually hits our community.

10/14/2026

Last week, our Water Division welcomed around 70 new customers to the Tigard Water Service Area!

Here is a glimpse of some of the work that goes into transferring water service.

10/12/2026

🎃 Our annual Public Works Pumpkin Growing Contest Weight-In was last week! Three pumpkins made it to the official weigh-in, but only one took home the title.

The winning pumpkin topped the scale at a whopping 149 pounds.

10/09/2026

Is your canine's costume ready? We are about two weeks out from the annual Canine Howl O' Ween Costume Contest. There is still time to get a costume and join us on Saturday, October 24, at Potso Dog Park.

Learn more: https://www.tigard-or.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/12936/186

10/09/2026

10/07/2026

It’s Water Professionals Week! 💧

Protecting our waterways and keeping our community clean takes a dedicated team working behind the scenes every day.

Tigard’s Stormwater/ Wastewater Division maintains the system that manages rainwater and safely carries wastewater away from homes and businesses. From cleaning pipes and maintaining infrastructure to responding to issues in the field, their work helps protect our community, local streams, and the environment.

Thank you to our Stormwater/ Wastewater team for all you do in keeping essentials systems flowing!

10/07/2026

There’s still a few spots in our Fun over 50 Wreath Class! Sign up before it fills.

10/05/2026

💧It’s Water Professionals Appreciation Week!
Reliable water at your top starts with the dedicated professionals who keep our water system running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

From maintaining water mains and responding to emergencies to monitoring the system and keeping water flowing, our Drinking Water Division works around the clock to provide reliable water to Tigard, King City, Durham, and unincorporated Washington County.

Thank you to our Water Division team for the essential work you do every day!

League of Oregon Cities

10/05/2026

Registration is now open for our November Activity Boxes! 🍁 Tap into your creative side with autumn themed crafts and games.

09/30/2026

We've got the inside scoop!
Registration for the annual Recreation Wreath Making Class and the Fun Over 50 Wreath Making Class opens tomorrow (October 1) at 8 a.m.

These classes always sell out quickly. Visit www.Tigard-or.gov/Recreation to learn more.