Tag: Russ Thomas
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New Public Works Director Brings Global Experience, Local Vision
Ahmad Qayoumi brings 35 years of civil engineering expertise to Newberg, with an eye toward smarter pavement maintenance and operational efficiency.
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Russ Thomas Retires from City of Newberg After 46 Years
After more than four decades, Thomas reflects on small-town roots, evolving technology and the future of a growing city.
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City Urges Residents to Clear Drains, Use Sandbags as Flooding Continues
The City of Newberg is urging residents to take steps to help reduce localized flooding while an atmospheric river passes over the region.
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Newberg City Council Recap | November 3, 2025
Newberg City Council met to discuss Newberg curbs, library policy, disposal of surplus vehicles, and more.
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Newberg Notices | Oct. 28, 2025
Art in the Berg is seeking artists, Public Works Director set to retire, and CPRD is hosing a public open house about pending projects.
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What’s Happening at Rogers Landing?
Tractors were excavating, but it’s not part of the grand waterfront redevelopment project.
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City Council Recap | July 21, 2025
City Council met July 21 to discuss maintenance issues, a new street sweeper, replacement of apipe inspection system, and the potential removal of rail spurs.
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Memorial Park Redwood Removed, Lumber Preserved
The Memorial Park Redwood and Oak trees are down, but live on through firewood and lumber. Plus, the gazebo removal may become repair, and six new trees were planted.
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Memorial Park Tree Removal Delayed Until April
The City of Newberg is delaying the removal of the Coastal Redwood tree in Memorial Park until the end of April, allowing Newberg residents time to visit the tree before its removal, according to a press release from the city.
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Memorial Park Trees Face Removal; Community Group Encourages Restraint
Three trees in Memorial Park are soon to be removed due to infrastructure damages to stormwater lines, and a local group hopes they’ll use this as an opportunity to reframe local tree policy.