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Council Connection | November 3

City Council met Tuesday, November 3, for an evening dedicated to work sessions. No regular City Council meeting was held. Here are some highlights:

• Economic Development Update: Apprenticeship Program with Sherwood School District:
Council received an update on a proposed partnership between the City, Sherwood School District and LAM Research to create a youth apprenticeship pathway into advanced manufacturing. The program aims to connect local students with career opportunities through a proposed two-year, paid apprenticeship that combines high school career and technical education coursework with hands-on experience, technical training and mentorship at LAM Research.

• Brookman Trails Discussion:
Council received an update on a high-level study evaluating eight potential options to improve pedestrian and bicycle connections between the isolated Brookman area and the rest of Sherwood. The study explored potential trail routes, property impacts, accessibility, and estimated costs. Council discussed these and several alternatives. Next steps include gathering input from Brookman-area residents and further evaluating the options and potential funding sources.

• Roundtable with the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board:
Council discussed several parks and recreation priorities, including potential improvements at Langer Park, proactively acquiring additional land in Sherwood West, and pursuing grant funding to move forward with improvements at Murdock Park. The Board will also be involved in future discussions about the Brookman trail connections.

• Housing Capacity Analysis Kickoff – Joint Meeting with Sherwood Planning Commission:
Council and the Planning Commission received an overview of the City's upcoming Housing Capacity Analysis (HCA), a state-required planning process to determine whether Sherwood has enough buildable land within its Urban Growth Boundary to accommodate projected housing needs over the next 20 years. The City has hired a consultant to lead the project, with the Planning Commission serving as the advisory committee. The analysis will evaluate population and housing data, community needs, and the types of housing needed across different income levels, with an emphasis on developing an approach that reflects Sherwood's unique characteristics and priorities.

Watch the full work sessions on YouTube to learn more.
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Does Sherwood’s proposed walking network reflect your experience?

Your WikiMap comments helped identify places where walking can be challenging and where better connections may be needed.

Now, we’re asking you to review the proposed low-stress pedestrian network. Look for sidewalk gaps, difficult crossings, and connections to schools, parks, shops, and other destinations.

Did we capture the walking needs that matter to you? Let us know if something is missing or deserves another look.

Review the Virtual Open House and share your feedback: www.sherwoodoregon.gov/projects/2026-transportation-system-plan/

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