Sandy Community Campus (Tanya Richardson)

At the end of November with the help of Opsis we held 12 different stakeholder meetings with groups to discuss ideas for the property at the old Cedar Ridge Middle school and Olin Bignall Aquatic Center.  It was decided at the time to help reduce confusion to refer to the project moving forward as the “Sandy Community Campus”. Several walk-thrus we conducted with OTSD at the close of the month to be sure vacancy and proper clean up were completed with the intention for the city to take possession of the buildings at the start of the new year.

Information has also been published in the Sandy Post and announced at the council meetings of the pool remaining operational thru February with the intent to allow the high school swim team to complete their season.  Mavericks will continue to run regular programming which includes lap swim, water exercise classes, open recreation swim, birthday parties, and swimming lessons.

Senior Center (Tanya Richardson)

The center was festive with seasonal decorations and to prepare for the Holidays.         It was the 30th year for the Breakfast with Santa event which is one of the year’s biggest fundraisers for Meals on Wheels.  The event net over $2,000 and could not have been possible without your dedication and efforts of volunteers and staff. The fundraiser included a full breakfast, photos with Santa, and a raffle with prizes from Local businesses. We also had over 50 volunteers assist with serving breakfast, decorating the center, busing tables, handing out candy canes, set up and clean up.

Seniors enjoyed cocoa, cookies, and singing carols as they toured homes beautifully lit including the home of Councilor Hamblin.  Other trips included visiting the Victorian Belle Mansion, attending the Mt. Hood Pops Orchestra, and a hike along Cazadero trail.

Recreation (Sarah Richardson)

Mountain Storm Basketball is gearing up for a great season with 218 registrations and 47 volunteer coaches and assistants.  Practices and games will be run at the gym at the Sandy Community Campus through March.  Winter/Spring Recreation guide is available online with registration open for programs offered from January – May.