Huge Lake Oswego development plan returns with smaller scope
Last year, developers of the planned Foothills District in Lake Oswego said the project would largely hinge on arrival of a new streetcar line. But those tracks won’t be laid. Now, the project is moving forward, but with a much smaller scope – 60 percent smaller.
$14M bond would bring new library to Lake Oswego
Next month, Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas county voters will decide a $14 million bond measure that would provide money for construction of a new Lake Oswego library.
Video: Our Lady of the Lake school demolished
Crews with LOI Environmental and Demolition Services demolish the Our Lady of the Lake school building in downtown Lake Oswego.
Lake Oswego wants to develop farm for urban agriculture, tennis courts
The city of Lake Oswego recently applied to expand its urban growth boundary to include city-owned Luscher Farm and the surrounding acreage. The city wants to expand urban agriculture opportunities and build an indoor tennis facility and athletic fields.
Landscaping to showcase home designed by Belluschi
A Lake Oswego home designed by famed Portland architect Pietro Belluschi is being moved to the Marylhurst University campus for preservation. But incorporating the original landscaping into the new site was a challenge for landscape architect Janet Otten.
Streetcar line stands to be shortened after Lake Oswego council support shifts
Lake Oswego City Councilor Bill Tierney announced on Tuesday that he is withdrawing support for a proposed extension of Portland’s streetcar line into the city, essentially halting plans for the full project.
Lake Oswego church undergoes renovation
Todd Hess Building Co. is performing a tenant improvement on River West Church in Lake Oswego.
Long-awaited affordable housing opening in Lake Oswego
After seven years of work, Northwest Housing Alternatives this week is preparing to open Oakridge Park – the first new affordable housing in Lake Oswego in three decades.
Lake Oswego streetcar cost estimate reduced
A new cost estimate for the project to extend the streetcar line from Portland to Lake Oswego is now just $200 million – less than half the amount projected earlier.
Lake Oswego foothills plan depends on streetcar extension
Lake Oswego City Council will consider a framework plan for its Foothills District, a primarily residential development proposed for more than 100 aces near the Willamette River. But the fate of the development hinges a streetcar extension from Portland to Lake Oswego.
Zupan’s Market designed for Lake Oswego
A Zupan’s Market will open later this year in a former Wizer’s space in Lake Oswego. The design and development team believes the new tenant is a good fit for the community.
Lake Oswego residents probably love the planned streetcar project
Lake Oswego City Council endorsed the streetcar option with some restrictions, including a community survey and a city-wide vote. The Lake Oswego Review reports that, at last week's council meeting, public opinion consulting firm Davis, Hibbitts and Midghall asked to delay the survey.
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