City of Tualatin (2025-2026)
The City of Tualatin has been selected by the University of Oregon’s Sustainable City Year Program (SCYP) partnership for the 2025-26 academic year. SCYP will match resources from existing university courses to high priority projects recognized by the City Council and the Tualatin community, with a particular focus on supporting downtown revitalization efforts. Downtown-focused student projects will include a market study, site analysis and land use planning, an examination of connectivity among different travel modes, floodplain research, stormwater management, park structures for the new Riverfront Park, and an architecture design studio, with additional class matches possible throughout the academic year.
“We’re excited to partner with the Sustainable City Year Program because it provides the community an amazing opportunity to explore different aspects of the downtown district including design, economic development, sustainability, and community identity while providing students with real life experience by harnessing their enthusiasm and creativity for problem solving.”
– Frank Bubenik, Tualatin City Mayor
The City of Tualatin is a thriving, welcoming community of nearly 28,000 residents. Known for its exceptional quality of life, strong community involvement, and attractive location, Tualatin offers a balance of small-town charm and big-city access. Its strategic location 12 miles south of Portland and 30 miles north of Salem at the crossroads of Interstates 5 and 205, combined with commuter rail access via the Westside Express Service (WES), makes Tualatin a vital hub for both residents and businesses in the Portland metropolitan area.
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City Information:
- City of Tualatin Homepage
- City of Tualatin Profile
- History
- City Council
- Special Events
- Tigard-Tualatin School District
- Tualatin Area Chamber of Commerce
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This SCYP and City of Tualatin partnership is possible in part due to support from U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, as well as former Congressman Peter DeFazio, who secured federal funding for SCYP through Congressionally Directed Spending. With additional funding from the city, the partnership will allow UO students and faculty to study and make recommendations on city-identified projects and issues.