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CHECK OUT MOLALLA’S NEW WEBSITE!
As Molalla continues to grow, providing the community with an ever-improving digital presence for conducting business with the City, learning of local events, checking public notices, and so on, is absolutely critical. So, in early 2024, the City of Molalla began the transition from Muni-Code to Granicus with City staff re-mapping the website, updating and creating pages, and integrating processes with the new digital tools available. The work was not easy, and it’s not done. We ask that if and when you visit the website, you keep an eye out for any lingering issues and report them so staff can clean them up.
CHIEF YELKUS PARK PROJECTED TO OPEN IN AUGUST!
Phase 1 of Molalla’s newest park is projected to complete in late August. Chief Yelkus Park, named for the last chief of the Molalla Indian Tribe, has been in the works for almost three years. It started with a concept design fueled by community input, and will soon be the newest addition to Molalla’s Park inventory. Phase 1 of the park features a new parking lot, restrooms and drinking fountain, a custom Coyote-Grizzly themed play area, educational signage, benches and picnic tables. Some equipment has been on back order, so dates are still tentative… stay tuned to Molalla’s Facebook and Instagram for a more concrete grand opening date!
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
 
MOLALLA WASTEWATER TREATMENT WINS (ANOTHER) AWARD!
The week of July 14, 2025, Molalla’s Water Quality Superintendent, Seth Kelly, attended the Annual Conference for the Oregon Association of Clean Water Agencies. During the conference, Seth was presented with the 2025 Outstanding Member Agency Project Award Community Engagement: WWTP Design & Construction Project City of Molalla & Seth Kelly. This award is one of three annual awards given to member agencies and individuals for outstanding performance in the field of water quality. This award comes on the heels of Molalla wastewater operators being awarded the Rookie Wastewater Operator of the Year and Wastewater Operator of the Year awards in back-to-back years! These awards are a testament not only to the many improvements made in Molalla Wastewater Treatment over the last 10 years, but also to the quality of today’s City staff. Congratulations to Seth, and the whole Molalla Wastewater team!
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NEW WWTP UPDATE
The Control Building footings have been poured, and the flooring for the building has begun. The blocks for the CMU portion of the building have also started to be placed. With the groundwork almost complete, the building will start to go vertical. Progress on the Wastewater Treatment Plant, with an assist from the good weather, continues to be on pace and on track. Establishing the base of the structure will allow the rest of the work to be completed when the weather turns less favorable. Rotschy LLC., has working diligently to keep the project moving.
 
MAINTENANCE SECTION
Clark Park Pavilion Rebuild (above): Be sure to check out the all new, beautiful pavilion! New ADA accessible paved path to the pavilion and so much freshly stained timber!
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Below: Repaving to be begin early August & continue through mid-September. The contractor, with assistance from the City, will distribute additional door hangers to remind residents to clear the streets on the days of the paving. These door hangers will contain more detailed information about each street being repaved, such as dates and times and contact information.
Specifically, the paving will include the following streets: N Cole Ave, France St, Shirley St, 5th St (between Mathias and Stower Rd), E 2nd Ave (between S Molalla Ave and Lola Ave), and Ridings Ave.
Lola Ave. (below) Keep an eye out if you live on Lola Ave or just frequent the area. Construction crews have begun a significant project to replace the water and sewer lines, then perform a complete grind and inlay on the road surface.
Grange Ave. (below) Roadwork related to the new PD Facility has begun. Please keep an eye out for temporary changes in the traffic pattern… see below for an illustration.
It’s Paving Season - Don’t Forget the Sidewalk Grant Program!
Above are the before and after photos of our local Fire Foods restaurant located at 102 E 2nd Street.
So far in FY 24-25, about $32,000 has been awarded that has contributed to the improvement and installation of 3,700 ft2 of sidewalk, 456 linear feet of curb, 420 linear feet of gutter, and three new ADA ramps. To learn more, or apply for a sidewalk grant, please visit the Molalla Current and click on the Sidewalk Grant Program page.
CITY RECORDER'S OFFICE
Are you interested in serving your community?
We have an opening on City Council.
Applications to the Molalla City Council are being considered now through August 15, 2025. The term for this position expires on December 31, 2026.
For more information, please visit the website here.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
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MONTHLY EVENTS CALENDAR
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Celebrating 8 years!
Join us at Clark Park Saturday August 23, from 11am-6pm and Celebrate Molalla! Be prepared for live music all day, a cornhole tournament, free kids' crafts, 100 vendors, wine and beer selections, and food trucks such as Good News BBQ, 1884 Pizza Company, Kristy's Down Home Cookin', and Lucy's Mexican Food and Juices.
Free parking is available at Bohlander Field, across from Clark Park.
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National Night Out
AUGUST 5th, 2025
is to connect with the community, educate in safety and health. Our city-wide NNO is aimed at children’s safety, health, and welfare.
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Kids will be given goodies, fun items and have games to play. There will be big rigs, animals and so much more.
This is fully wheelchair accessible.
There will be several onsite participants, including food vendors.
If you would like to be a participant or have questions please email admin@molallapolice.com
FREE parking at Bohlander Field
CODE COMPLIANCE
OREGON RESIDENTS REMINDED TO BE READY
FOR POTENTIAL POWER OUTAGES
Salem, Ore. – As wildfires continue to burn throughout the state and extreme weather events impact communities, Oregon residents are reminded to be prepared for potential power outages. Wildfires and extreme weather can cause power outages, and weather and other conditions in specific
geographies may cause electric utilities to adjust system settings, which can result in more frequent and longer outages, or even in certain cases, implement public safety power shutoffs (PSPS). A PSPS is a safety measure designed to help protect people and communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might result
in wildfires. Utilities may also need to deenergize lines to protect equipment from nearby fires, or to protect personnel fighting fires.
Be prepared in advance
Prepare your home and businesses in the event a wildfire or weather incident leads to a power outage.
- Be two weeks ready – Gather food, medical supplies, batteries, pet supplies, among other things, needed by family members during an outage or evacuation for up to two weeks. Learn more about what supplies to consider.
- For individuals with a medical condition that requires power, contact your electricity service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate. This certification provides added benefits and helps the utility ensure they meet your needs in the event of an outage.
- Make sure your utility service provider has current contact information to receive notifications by updating your account online. If uncertain which electric utility serves your area, visit https://www.oregon.gov/energy/energy-oregon/pages/find-your-utility.aspx.
- Keep cell phones fully charged in anticipation of an outage. Consider a car-charger for cell phones and other electronic devices.
- Plan for livestock water needs in the event well pumps lose power.
- Have a plan to relocate to an alternative location for power needs, or if you can, consider a backup generator.
During a power outage
- Avoid downed power lines, including anything near downed lines, at all costs.
- Stay clear of fire personnel and utility crews working to restore service in your community.
- Use flashlights or battery-operated lanterns for emergency lighting. Do not use candles or other potential fire hazards.
- Turn off lights and unplug electric appliances except for the refrigerator and freezer to help avoid a surge to the system when service is restored. After turning off all the lights, turn one light on to know when power has been restored.
- Use generators safely – Do not run the generator inside the home or garage or anywhere near a window or vent, as these spaces can capture deadly levels of carbon monoxide. Learn more about proper use of a generator to avoid hazardous conditions.
- Check on elderly neighbors or individuals with special needs who might need additional assistance.
- Call your electricity service provider to report an outage, do not call 911.
Natural gas tips
- If required to evacuate, no need to shut off natural gas.
- If natural gas appliances do not operate properly once electricity is restored, call your natural
gas service provider.
- If natural gas service is shut off, do not turn on yourself. Call your natural gas service provider
to restore service.
- If you smell natural gas, evacuate immediately and call 911.
Stay informed
- Contact your electricity provider or log in to your account and make sure all contact information is current so you can receive alerts and messages.
- Visit Oregon Alert to find your local alert system. Provide current contact details and sign up for wildfire alerts.
- Before traveling visit Trip Check for details on road closures and conditions.
- Check air quality in Oregon.
- Visit State of Oregon Fires Dashboard.
  
LIBRARY
 
Call the Library at 503-759-0245 and ask for Madeline with questions.
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