3080 SW Raleighview Dr, Portland, OR 97225

NEW HOME GUIDE 3080 SW RALEIGHVIEW DR PORTLAND, OR 97225

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change of address packet

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CHANGE OF ADDRESS | DMV

Oregon Department of Transportation

DMV Services

1905 Lana Avenue NE Salem, OR 97314-0100

oregongov/ODOT/DMV/pages/dv/chgaddressaspx

General DMV Information Contact: (503) 299-9999

OREGON VOTERS REGISTRATION

County Elections Office listed below

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County Elections Office Contacts

Clackamas County

1710 Red Soils Court, Ste 100 Oregon City, OR 97045 (503) 655-8510

Multnomah County

1040 SE Morrison Street

Portland, OR 97214 (503) 988-3720

Washington County 2925 NE Aloclek Drive, Ste 170 Hillsboro, OR 97124

(503) 846-5800

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Secretary of State

Salem OR 97310-0722

County Elections Offices

Baker County

1995 3rd St, Ste 150

Baker City OR 97814-3365

541 523 8207

Benton County

4500 SW Research Way, 2nd Flr

Corvallis OR 97333-1093

541 766 6756

Clackamas County

1710 Red Soils Ct, Ste 100

Oregon City OR 97045-4300

503 655 8510

Clatsop County

820 Exchange St, Ste 220

Astoria OR 97103-4609

503 325 8511

Columbia County

230 Strand St

St. Helens OR 97051-2040

503 397 7214 or 503 397 3796

Coos County

250 N Baxter St

Coquille OR 97423-1875

541 396 7610

Crook County

300 NE 3rd St, Rm 23

Prineville OR 97754-1919

541 447 6553

Curry County

94235 Moore St, Ste 212

Gold Beach OR 97444-9705

541 247 3297 or 877 739 4218

Deschutes County

1300 NW Wall St, Ste 202 Bend OR 97703-1960

541 388 6547

Douglas County PO Box 10

Roseburg OR 97470-0004

541 440 4252

Gilliam County PO Box 427

Condon OR 97823-0427

541 384 2311

Grant County

201 S Humbolt, Ste 290

Canyon City OR 97820-6186

541 575 1675

Harney County

450 N Buena Vista Ave, Ste 14

Burns OR 97720-1565

541 573 6641

Hood River County

601 State St

Hood River OR 97031-1871

541 386 1442

Jackson County 1101 W Main St, Ste 201

Medford OR 97501-2369

541 774 6148

Jefferson County

66 SE "D" St, Ste C Madras OR 97741-1739

541 475 4451

Josephine County

PO Box 69

Grants Pass OR 97528-0203

541 474 5243

Klamath County

305 Main St

Klamath Falls OR 97601-6332

541 883 5134

Lake County

513 Center St

Lakeview OR 97630-1539

541 947 6006

Lane County

275 W 10th Ave

Eugene OR 97401-3008

541 682 4234

Lincoln County

225 W Olive St, Ste 201

Newport OR 97365-3811

541 265 4131

Linn County PO Box 100

Albany OR 97321-0031

541 967 3831

Malheur County

251 “B” St W, Ste 4

Vale OR 97918-1375

541 473 5151

Marion County

PO Box 14500

Salem OR 97309-5036

503 588 5041 or 800 655 5388

Morrow County

PO Box 338

Heppner OR 97836-0338

541 676 5604

Multnomah County

1040 SE Morrison St

Portland OR 97214-2417

503 988 8683

Polk County

850 Main St, Rm 201

Dallas OR 97338-3179

503 623 9217

Sherman County

PO Box 243

Moro OR 97039-0243

541 565 3606

Tillamook County

201 Laurel Ave

Tillamook OR 97141-2311

503 842 3402

Umatilla County

216 SE 4th St, Ste 18

Pendleton OR 97801-2699

541 278 6254

Union County

1001 4th St, Ste D

La Grande OR 97850-2100

541 963 1006

Wallowa County

101 S River St, Ste 100

Enterprise OR 97828-1363

541 426 4543

Wasco County

511 Washington St, Rm 201

The Dalles OR 97058-2237

541 506 2530

Washington County

2925 NE Aloclek Dr, Ste 170

Hillsboro OR 97124-7523

503 846 5800

Wheeler County

PO Box 327

Fossil OR 97830-0327

541 763 2374

Yamhill County

414 NE Evans St

McMinnville OR 97128-4607

503 434 7518

MOVING CHECKLIST

UTILITIES

Electric

NWNaturalGas

WaterDistrict

SewerDistrict

GarbageProvider

Cable/Satellite Fuel(Propane)

PhoneServices

Internet

FINANCIAL

BanksandCreditUnions

CreditCardCompanies (includingdepartmentstorecreditcards)

Lenders

(Mortgage,HomeEquity,Auto,StudentLoans)

InsuranceCompanies

(Health,Renters,Auto,Home,Medical,Dental,Disability,Life)

Retirement

(Pensionplans,401K,SocialSecurity,VeteransAffairs)

Investments(InvestmentAgenciesandBrokers)

OnlineBillPayer

Paypal

GOVERNMENT

USPostOffice

DepartmentofMotorVehicles

(Obtainyourdriver’slicenseandchangevehicleregistration)

IRS

PassportOffice

VeteranAffairs

UnemploymentOffice

(Ifyouarecurrentlyreceivingunemploymentbenefits)

HEALTH

Physician

Pharmacies

SERVICE PROVIDER

Childcare

Housecleaning Services

Delivery Services

Lawn Care Services

Veterinarian Pool Service

MEMBERSHIPS

Health Clubs

Membership Clubs(AAA or similar)

Community Groups (PTA, Neighborhood Associations, Civic Clubs)

Children’s Extracurricular Activities(Dance Classes, Music Lesson, Sports Clubs)

SUBSCRIPTIONS

Newspapers

Magazine(USPS will only forward 2 months)

Movie Subscriptions

Book or Music Clubs

OTHER

Friends and Family

Employers(typically notify the HR Department)

MOVING CHECKLIST

8 WEEKS BEFORE YOU MOVE

InventorySheets:Createaninventorysheetofallyour belongingswhichneedtobemoved

ResearchMovingOptions:You’llneedtodecideifyoursisa do-it-yourselfmoveorifyou’llbeusingamovingcompany

RequestMovingQuote:Solicitmovingquotesfromasmany movingcompaniesandmoversaspossible Therecanbea largedifferencebetweenratesandserviceswithinmoving companies

DiscardUnnecessaryItems:Movingisagreattimefor riddingyourselfofunnecessaryitems Haveayardsaleor donateunnecessaryitemstocharity

PackingMaterial:Gathermovingboxesandpacking materialforyourmove

ContactInsuranceCompanies:You’llneedtocontactyour insuranceagenttocancel/transferyourinsurancepolicy

1 WEEK BEFORE YOU MOVE

YourChangeofAddress:Changeyouraddresswiththe USPS,DMV,FinancialInstitutions,Utilities,Government Offices,HealthCareServiceProviders,Memberships, SubscriptionsandInsuranceProvisions

BankAccounts:Transferorclosebankaccountsifchanging banks Makesuretohaveamoneyorderforpayingthe movingcompany

ServiceAutomobiles:Ifautomobilesaretobedrivenlong distance,you’llwanttohavethemservicedsoyouhavea trouble-freedrive

CancelServices:Notifyanyremainingserviceproviders (newspapers,lawnservices,etc)ofyourmove

TravelItems:Setasideallitemsyou’llneedwhiletraveling

Makesurethesearenotpackedonthemovingtruck

ContactUtilityCompanies:Setutilityturnoffdate,seek refundsanddepositsandnotifythemofyournewaddress

4

WEEKS BEFORE YOU MOVE

StartPacking:Beginpackingallthingsdestinedforyournew location

ObtainYourMedicalRecords:Contactyourdoctor,physician, dentistandothermedicalspecialistswhomaycurrentlybe retaininganyofyourfamily’smedicalrecords Obtainthese recordsormakeplansforthemtobedeliveredtoyournew medicalfacilitiesifchanging Securityiscriticalofpersonal records

NoteFoodInventoryLevels:Checkyourcupboards, refrigeratorandfreezer Useupasmuchofyourperishable foodaspossible

SmallEngines:Servicesmallenginesforyourmoveby extractinggasandoilfromthemachines Thiswillreduce thatchancetocatchfireduringyourmove

ProtectJewelryandValuables:Transferyourjewelryand valuablestoasafetydepositbox;youdon’twantthemtobe lostorstolenduringyourmove

BorrowedandRentedItems:Returnitemsthatyoumay haveborrowedorrented Collectitemsborrowedtoothers

MOVING DAY

PlanYourItinerary:Makeplanstospendtheentiredayat thehouseoratleastuntilthemoversareontheirway Someonewillneedtobearoundtomakedecisions Make plansforkidsandpetstobeatasittersfortheday ReviewtheHouse:Oncethehouseisempty,checkthe entirehouse(closets,attic,basement,etc)toensureno itemsareleftornohomeissuesexist

DoubleCheckWithYourMover:Ensurethemoverhasthe newpropertyaddressandallofyourmostrecentcontact information,shouldtheyhaveanyquestionsduringyour move

VacateYourHome:Makesureutilitiesareoff,doorsand windowsarelockedandnotifyyourrealestateagentyou’ve vacatedtheproperty

QuestionsToAsk:Whereisthegaragedooropener?Where arethekeystothehouse,mailboxandotherlockablearea? Didyouretrieveallkeysfromneighborsandfriends?

THE HOME DEPOT

(800) 466-3337

wwwomedepotcom

Beaverton

(503) 469-4242

4401 SW 110th Ave

Beaverton, OR 97005

Clackamas

(503) 774-6372 9300 SE 82nd Ave

Happy Valley, OR 97086

Hillsboro

(503) 693-9090

1950 SE Minter Bridge Rd

Hillsboro 97123

Jantzen Beach

(503) 289-9200

1728 N Tomahawk Island Dr Portland 97217

Oregon City

(503) 723-3181

2002 Washington St

Oregon City, OR 97045

NE Portland

(503) 252-0188

11633 NE Glen Widing Dr Portland 97220

Sherwood

(503) 925-8447

20260 SW Pacific Hwy

Sherwood, OR 97140

Tigard

(503) 639-3500

14800 SW Sequoia Parkway

Tigard 97224

MOVING RESOURCES

LOWES

(800) 466-3337

wwwlowescom

Hillsboro

(503) 844-6200

1951 SE 24th Ave

Hillsboro, OR 97123

Milwaukie

(503) 794-2500

13631 SE Johnson Rd

Milwaukie 97222

Portland

(503) 737-3000

1160 N Hayden Meadows Dr Portland 97217

Tigard

(503) 624-2644

12615 SW 72nd Ave

Tigard, OR 97223

Wood Village

(503) 667-1005

1000 NE Wood Village Blvd

Wood Village, OR 97060

DONATION FACILITIES

Goodwill (800) 741-0186

locator.goodwill.org

The Salvation Army

(800) 958-7825

wwwsalvationarmyusaorg

MOVING TRUCK RENTALS

Budget (800) 462-8343

www.budgettruck.com

MOVING TRUCK RENTALS

CONTINUED

Penske (888) 996-5415

wwwpensketruckrentalcom

Ryder (800) 297-9337

www.ryder.com

U-Haul (800) 468-4285

wwwuhaulcom

STORAGE COMPANIES

NW Self Storage wwwnwselfstorage

Public Storage

(800) 906-0879

wwwpublicstoragecom

Pods (888) 309-8967

wwwpodscom

TRANSFER STATIONS

Garbage/Recycling

Metro Center

(503) 234-3000

www.oregonmetro.gov

6161 NW 61st Ave

Portland, OR 97210

Metro South (503) 234-3000

wwworegonmetrogov

2001 Washington St

Oregon City, OR 97045 wfgtitlecom/oregon

TIPS FOR PACKING HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Beds: Disassemble the bed frame Tie rails and cross -pieces together with packing tape Be sure to mark on tape to show where pieces fit together for reassembly

Bicycles, Tricycles, Baby Carriages: Loosen, lower and turn handlebars at right angles to save space. Clean and cover chains and pedals to protect other items from being snagged or soiled

Books: They’re heavy, so use small boxes Don’t mix books with other items Pack books flat, alternating bindings, and fill empty spaces with packing paper or bubble wrap

Bureaus & Dressers: Fill drawers with small breakable items and cushion well with loose clothes Secure drawers with a pad or blanket and tape Do not overload drawers with heavy items

Chairs: Wrap arms and legs to prevent scratches Bundle armless chairs in pairs, seat to seat, with a folded blanket or another pad between and tie seats together.

Clothes: Dresses, coats, suits - anything hanging in closets - travel best in reusable boxes, which can be used seasonally as “extra closets” for wardrobe storage Other clothes can remain folded in their regular dresser drawers

Curtain Rod Hardware: Put the hardware in a plastic bag and tape to the rod or pack them in a dresser drawers

Dishes: Individually wrap each piece Place saucers, plates, and platters on edge Do not stack flat Cups and bowls may be placed inside each other and wrapped three or four in a bundle.

Fine Furniture: You may want to wrap your best furniture in bubble wrap, not only to protect it from scratching, but to keep dust and dirt off the upholstery

Glasses: Wrap each glass separately in packing paper or bubble wrap (remember to wrap first in a plastic bag to save washing later) Pack in sturdy boxes

Kitchenware: Pots, pans, etc can be stacked in a box with packing paper between them

Lamps: After dissembling lamps, pack small bases in dresser drawers surrounded by loose clothing, and large bases in boxes stuffed with packing paper or bubble wrap Box shades individually in boxes with plenty of packing paper for stuffing Don’t use newspaper because it smudges

Lawn Mowers: Drain fuel and oil before moving. Remove the handle from hand mowers and place the blade end in a sturdy box. Mark properly.

TIPS FOR PACKING HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Mirrors: Small mirrors can be well wrapped in paper and packed in boxes For a large mirror, make a cardboard case by cutting pieces of corrugated cardboard Mark glass on the outside to prevent mishandling Always pack and store on end

Paint and Flammables: Don’t move! The same goes for other flammables such as alcohol, solvents, lighter fluid, ammunition, and greasy mops or rags Dispose of them properly

Paintings and Prints: Place in mirror boxes, wrap individually in corrugated cardboard, or wrap in cardboard cushioned with thick blankets and tie bundles with a cord. Stand on sides.

Radios, TVs: Box upright and make sure items are well padded on all sides For console-size equipment, surround with furniture pads, and then move and load upright

Rugs and Pads: After vacuuming rugs and pads, sprinkle with moth flakes. Roll up and tape.

Stereos, Compact Discs, and Cassettes: Separately pack components and pack in well-padded box marked fragile Pack CDs upright in their cases in a sturdy box with a tape-reinforced bottom Tie CDs in small bundles before packing, then fill air space with packing paper Mark FRAGILE

Tables: For large tables, remove legs and tie them together Put hardware in a small sealed envelope taped to the underside of the tabletop Pad tops Pad and tie spare table leaves For smaller tables, pad top, and wrap legs to prevent scratching

Tools and Gardening Equipment: Drain hoses, coil, and pack inboxes. Fill remaining spaces with lawn sprinklers, small garden hand tools, etc Tie rakes, shovels, and other long-handled tools together with tape

Valuables: Set aside jewelry, important papers and safe deposit box contents to be packed in a small container you can keep with you throughout the move Do not label as valuables on jewelry This goes for prescription medication as well.

TIPS FOR A STRESS-FREE MOVE

Moving can be very stressful, so what do you do when circumstances or opportunities require that you relocate? How do you get through a move in one piece? You might begin by following these helpful stress relief tips

Start early

Few feel relaxed under a deadline, but having the benefit of time can help calm the nerves The time to start planning for your move is as soon as you know you need to move

Get Organized

The number one method for alleviating emotional stress when moving is to feel like you have control over what’s happening As illusory as that control maybe, being organized will help you handle the unexpected First, come up with a relocating schedule that will help you break the moving process into phases Detail exactly which task needs to be accomplished when Use a checklist to make sure you are taking care of necessary goals by their due dates Create a system that works to help you keep track of everything Whether you make up your own or get help from someone with moving experience, having a model to work from will be your saving grace.

Make it easy

Don’t be married to an initial moving plan simply because it was your first As you do the footwork, you may discover there is an easier way to get the move done, and you should embrace this! Sure, driving your car cross-country might have seemed the only affordable option initially, but a search for reputable auto shippers and a sale on air fares could make all the difference between a stressful move and a more relaxed one The same philosophy goes for packing Rather than take on the entire process yourself, be sure to get quotes for having movers assist you

Schedule time for stress relief

In the weeks leading up to your move, you may be so focused on getting everything done that you neglect your own health Coping with a move requires that you stay physically and emotionally fit, so get plenty of sleep, eat well and get some exercise This would also be a good time to schedule a massage or a spa session If time allows, try to get a weekend or at least a night away so that you can take your mind off your move for a little while

Ask for help

Obsessive-compulsive people and the detail-oriented among us often have trouble asking for help While you are making your thorough preparations, also be sure to contact friends and family on both sides of your move to help you in any way possible Many hands really do make the work lighter, which can relieve a lot of stress You’ll be glad for the company, too.

Look forward to the end results

Yes, you know moving will be hard and potentially fraught with stress, but you will survive it Many others have gone before you and lived to tell about it. Know that there is nothing that can happen that you can’t handle and focus on the potential for new growth and adventure in your new home. Moving is one of the more stressful things we can experience, but there are ways to make it easier Prepare, get organized and stay flexible Before you know it, you’ll be unpacking your things in your new home and wondering what all that worry was about!

MOVING WITH KIDS

Do not wait to inform your children about moving. Tell your kids about the move as soon as possible! It is pretty natural to assume that the fewer times kids have to think about moving, the easier it will be for your children However, experts say it is actually the opposite Kids need time to get used to the idea of moving Don't put off telling them about moving

Welcome your children's questions about moving. Open lines of communication will go a long way toward helping your children feel comfortable with moving and it's okay even if you can't answer all their questions right now Your kid's questions can give you an idea of how they're feeling about moving whether they're excited or uneasy Some questions may also offer an ideal way to get them involved in the moving process, such as suggesting they get online to locate nearby libraries or parks

Be positive & upbeat about the move. Your attitude about the move will influence your children's attitude as well If you dread moving, then the move will seem dreadful to them too Be enthusiastic, upbeat, and positive about the new experiences and opportunities in store, and your children will be more likely to feel the same way

Let your children know they can help with the move

This is a good time to emphasize that the move is a family event and that everyone will be part of the planning, packing, and perhaps even choosing the new home Start your kids on thinking of things they can do and how to get ready for the move Assure your kids that their contributions, however small, will be valued and greatly appreciated

Moving Day Checklist for Kids

Packing Time! Time to Sort Your Stuff! Moving is a good reason to get rid of things you don't want anymore, which will also make room for new things you might get in the future! Go through your all toys and games and group them into three piles:

First Pile: Things you want to take with you to the new home

Second Pile: Things to toss out (broken toys and games with missing pieces)

Third Pile: Things you don't want but could be given away to other kids

Ask: "What Else"!

Ask your parents what else can you do to help with all the sorting and packing that needs to be done They will appreciate your help!

Mark Your Stuff as "Yours"!

Design your own personal "seal" for marking your boxes as YOUR property! As your belongings are packed, draw your "seal" on the outside of each box Be creative! You can create your own work of art to mark your belongings

Get Ready for Your First Night!

Your first night in your new home is very special Be sure to have your favorite pajamas, your trust blanket or stuffed toy, or your favorite book packed away in your suitcase or backpack This will be your very own piece that you'll personally be in charge of to take with you to your new place to get ready for your first night in your new home!

Don't Forget to Bring Some Entertainment!

Don't forget to take some things for you to do on the airplane or in the car on the way to the new home, such as books, video games, action figures, or crayons and paper

MOVING WITH KIDS

Tips to Settling in Your New Home

Make a positive goodbye to your old home and community

One of the best tips for family moving is letting go and moving forward to your new life on a positive note

Taking-leave rituals will help provide a sense of closure in your old home, which will make the transition easier for your kids when settling into the new home and new community

Have everyone's "basic survival necessities" where you can find them immediately and easily in the new home.

These "survival necessities" maybe baby's "blankie", favorite pajamas for your toddler, essential music CD or comfy sweatshirt for your teen, and the coffee pot for you Pack a suitcase or box with "must-haves" for each family member -- belongings that would cause crankiness, crying, or raise blood pressure if they went missing for too long. Your first few days in your new home, especially that first night and morning, will be so much more pleasant for the family when everyone has the familiar stuff that makes them comfortable

Re-establish regular family routines, such as mealtimes and bedtimes, right away

When moving, there's a certain amount of disruption to regular schedules that you simply can't avoid But once you've moved in, aim to get back on track with your normal family routines as quickly as possible This will help younger children, in particular, who need routines and more consistency This also sends the important message to all members that you are the same family, just in a new setting The old rules, routines, and rituals still apply no matter where you’re at

Familiarize yourselves with the new neighborhood

This is especially important for comfort and safety. You want your children to know as quickly as possible the boundaries of where they can go and where they can't go beyond Taking walks or driving around together as a family is the best way to uncover the exciting surprises that await in the new neighborhood

Be sure to prioritize the unpacking process. You certainly didn't pack in a day, so don't try to unpack in one either Make setting up the children's bedrooms your first priority to help get them comfortable. Put the kitchen, bathroom(s), family room, and other high-use living spaces at the top of the list Don't obsess over decorating or hanging pictures right away Take your time to enjoy getting to know your new home and the wonderful discoveries you and your kids will make about it

Allow the children some say in setting up their new bedrooms.

Their new bedroom is truly their own space in the new home, so let your kids claim it Of course, your children's age will depend on how much control they have. At the least let them decide where their bed goes in the room If there's a budget for new furnishings, let them help select the new rug or bedspread, or allow them to select a few bedroom decorations of their own such as removable wall stickers

Help your kids feel comfortable in their new bedrooms.

Some kids have trouble sleeping in a new bedroom It is unfamiliar to them and can make them feel anxious Take the time to talk about how this bedroom is similar to the child's old room and also discuss how it's different Pay special attention to bringing in furnishings and belongings that were in the old room to encourage a sense of familiarity. Bring up things about the old room that your child didn't like, such as weird shadows or rattling windows, and help your kid discover the good things about this new bedroom

Travel Checklist When Moving With Pets

Veterinary records, certificates, and recent photos

Medications

Beds (pillows, towels, or other crate liners)

Plastic bags and scoops for dogs

Your pets' usual foods and plenty of water from the home you're leaving (changing their water source can be disorienting and upset their stomachs)

Food and water bowls, a can opener, and resealable lids

Leashes for cats and dogs

Litterbox for cats

Cage covers for birds and rodents

Paper towels for messes

Toys, chew bones, and treats

Provisions for the first day at the new home

MOVING WITH PETS

Take Your Time When Packing

Stretch out your moving preparation time over several weeks Avoid panic in the last days Take steps to ensure that moving day is as relaxed as possible for you and your pets

Make Travel Arrangements For Your Pets.

If your move involves air travel, contact airline carriers one month in advance Ask about their pet regulations, and make reservations. Choose a nonstop flight to avoid extra handling and climate and airpressure changes.

Visit Your Pet's Veterinarian Before Moving

A couple weeks before moving, request a copy of veterinary records, a rabies vaccination certificate, and a health certificate Be sure your pets are up to date with their shots. If your pet is a senior or has health problems, ask whether a mild sedative would be advisable before travel. Can your vet recommend another in your new location? For out-of-state moves, contact the State Department of Animal Husbandry or the state veterinarian about entry regulations almost all states have entry laws for most animals except tropical fish

Microchip Registration. Update your new information with the company that placed the microchip.

Don't Change - Maintain Your Pet's Routine.

Keep your pets' routines, such as feedings and walks, as normal as possible in the week before moving Because dogs and cats need to feel in control, they might exhibit behave oral changes or even become ill when stressed Treat them with the same level of attention you would ordinarily give them

Make A Special Room For Your Pet. A few days before moving, choose a small room to be the "pet room" Tape a sign to the door that says "Pets: Do Not Open" Make the sign large enough that friends or movers can see it easily Move food and water bowls, as well as toys, into this room Provide dogs and cats with sturdy carriers equipped with litter box (for cats), chew toys, or favorite objects that have a familiar smell. Leave carrier doors open so pets can adapt to them before travel day On moving day, keep animals in their carriers. As an alternative, consider boarding dogs and cats, or ask a friend to care take your dogs during the last few days

Get Tags And Leashes For Your Pets

If you have a dog or an indoor/outdoor cat, buy or create identification tags with your new address and phone number Be sure your pets are wearing them during travel. While you're at it, pick up a cat leash you'll need it if you're taking a long road trip or an airplane

SCHOOL DISTRICTS, COMMUNITY COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Canby (503) 266-7861

wwwcanbyk12orus

Colton (503) 824-2311

wwwcoltonk12orus

Estacada (503) 630-6871

wwwesd108org

Gladstone (503) 655-2777

wwwgladstonek12orus

Lake Oswego (503) 534-2000

wwwloswegok12orus

Molalla River (503) 829-2359

wwwmolallarivk12orus

North Clackamas (503) 353-6000

wwwnclackk12orus

Oregon City (503) 785-8000

wwworecityk12orus

Oregon Trail (503) 668-5541

wwworegontrailschoolscom

West Linn-Wilsonville (503) 673-7000

wwwwlwvk12orus

Centennial (503) 760-7990

www.centennial.k12.or.us

Corbett (503) 261-4200

www.corbet.k12.or.us

David Douglas (503) 252-2900

wwwddouglask12orus

Gresham-Barlow (503) 618-2540

wwwgreshamk12orus

Parkrose (503) 408-2100

wwwparkrosek12orus

Portland (503) 916-2000

wwwppsk12orus

Reynolds (503) 661-7200

wwwreynoldsk12orus

Riverdale (503) 636-8611

wwwriverdalek12orus

Banks (503) 324-8591

www.banks.k12.or.us

Beaverton (503) 356-4500

www.beaverton.k12.or.us

Forest Grove (503) 357-6171

www.fgsd.k12.or.us

Gaston (503) 985-0210

www.gaston.k12.or.us

Hillsboro (503) 844-1500

www.hsd.k12.or.us

Newberg

(503) 554-5000

www.newberg.k12.or.us

Sherwood (503) 625-8100

wwwsherwoodk12orus

Tigard-Tualatin (503) 431-4000

wwwttsdk12orus

Clackamas (CCC) (503) 657-6958

www.clackmas.cc.or.us

Mt. Hood (MHCC) (503) 491-6422

wwwmhccccorus

Portland (PCC) (503) 244-6111

wwwpccedu

UNIVERSITIES

Oregon Health Science (503) 494-8311

wwwohsuedu

Portland State (503) 725-3000

wwwpdxedu

For a complete list of Public and Private Colleges visit: wwwstateoforegoncomschoolsphp

MULTNOMAH COUNTY

MULTNOMAH COUNTY

WASHINGTON COUNTY

WASHINGTON COUNTY

COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Emergency Police/Medical/Fire

911 Poison Control

(800) 222-1222

www.aapcc.org

United States Postal Service

(800) 275-8777

www.usps.com

Xfinity

(800) 266-2278

www.xfinity.com

Ziply Fiber

(866) 699-4759

www.ziplyfiber.com

Verizon

(800) 483-4100

www.verizon.com

PORTLAND UTILITIES

AT&T

(800) 288-2020

www.att.com

CenturyLink

(866) 963-6665

www.centurylinkcom

Dish Network

(800) 318-0572

www.dish.com

DIRECT TV

(800) 531-5000

www.directtv.com

The Oregonian

(503) 221-8240

www.oregonlive.com

TRI-MET

(503) 238-7433

www.trimet.org

Northwest Natural Gas

(800) 422-4012

www.nwnatural.com

Portland General Electric

(503) 228-6322

www.portlandgeneral.com

West Slope Water District

(503) 292-2777

www.wswd.org

Clean Water Services Sewer

(503) 681-3600

www.cleanwaterservices.org

Waste Management

(800) 808-5901

www.wm.com

Beaverton School District

(503) 356-4500

www.beaverton.k12.or.us

AIRPORT

Portland International Airport (877) 793-4690

www.flypdx.com

AUTO & DRIVER REGISTRATION

DMV (503) 945-5000

wwwodotstateorus/dmv

BUS SERVICE

C-Tran (360) 695-0123

wwwc-trancom

Greyhound (800) 231-2222

wwwgreyhoundcom

Tri-Met (503) 238-7433

www.tri-met.org

CABLE / SATELLITE & INTERNET

Verizon (888) 881-8161

wwwverizoncom

XFINITY (Comcast) (800) 934-6489

www.comcast.com

CITY CONTACTS

Banks (503) 324-5112

wwwcityofbanksorg

Beaverton

(503) 526-2222

www.ci.beaverton.or.us

Canby

(503) 266-4021

www.ci.canby.or.us

RESOURCE GUIDE

Cornelius (503) 357-9112

wwwcicorneliusorus

Damascus

(503) 658-8545

wwwcidamascusorus

Estacada (503) 630-8270

wwwcityofestacadaorg

Fairview (503) 665-7929

wwwcifairvieworus

Forest Grove (503) 359-3200

www.ci.forest-grove.or.us

Gaston (503) 985-3340

Gladstone (503) 656-5225

wwwcigladstoneorus

Gresham (503) 661-3000

wwwcigreshamorus

Happy Valley (503) 760-3325

www.ci.happy-valley.or.us

Hillsboro

(503) 681-6100

wwwhillsboro-oregongov

King City (503) 639-4082

wwwciking-cityorus

Lake Oswego (503) 635-0270

wwwcioswegoorus

Milwaukie (503) 786-7525

wwwcicityofmilwaukieorg

Molalla (503) 829-6855

wwwcityofmolallacom

North Plains

(503) 647-5555

wwwnorthplainsorg

Oregon City (503) 657-0891

wwwciorcityorus

Portland (503) 823-4000

wwwportlandonlinecom

River Grove (503) 639-6919

Sandy (503) 668-5533

wwwcisandyorus

Sherwood (503) 625-5522

wwwcisherwoodorus

Tigard (503) 639-4171

wwwcitigardorus

Troutdale (503) 665-5175

www.ci.troutdale.or.us

Tualatin (503) 692-2000

wwwtualatinoregongov

West Linn (503) 657-0331

wwwwestlinnoregongov

Wilsonville (503) 682-1011

wwwciwilsonvilleorus

Wood Village (503) 667-6211

wwwciwood-village-orus

RESOURCE GUIDE

COUNTY CONTACTS

Clackamas (503) 655-8011

www.co.clackamas.or.us

Taxation

(503) 655-8671

Multnomah

(503) 248-3511

wwwcoclackamasorus

Taxation (503) 988-3326

Washington (503) 846-8611

wwwcoclackamasorus

Taxation

(503) 846-8741

ELECTRICITY

Pacific Power (888) 221 7070

wwwpacificpowernet

Portland General (800) 542-8818

www.portlandgeneral.com

HOSPITALS

Adventist Medical (503) 257-2500

wwwadventisthealthnwcom

Doernbecher Children’s Hospital (503) 494-8311

www.ohsu.edu

Legacy Good Samaritan (503) 413-4683

wwwlegacyhealthorg

Legacy Emanuel (503) 413-2200

wwwlegacyhealthorg

Legacy Meridian Park (503) 692-1212

wwwlegacyhealthorg

HOSPITALS CONTINUED...

Legacy Mt. Hood (503) 674-1122

wwwlegacyhealthorg

Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside (503) 813-2000

wwwkaiserpermanenteorg

Kaiser Permanente Westside (503) 813-2000

wwwkaiserpermanenteorg

OHSU

(503) 494-8311

wwwohsuedu

Providence Milwaukie (503) 513-8300

www.providence.org

Providence Portland (503) 215-1111

www.providence.org

Providence St. Vincent (503) 216-1234

wwwprovidenceorg

Providence Willamette Falls (503) 656-1631

wwwprovidenceorg

Shriner’s Hospital (503) 241-5090

wwwshrinershqorg

Tuality Community (503) 681-1111

wwwtualityorg

Tuality Forest Grove (503) 357-2173

www.tuality.org

NATURAL

GAS

NW Natural (800) 422-4012

wwwnwnaturalcom

NEWSPAPERS

The Columbian (360) 694-3391

wwwcolumbiancom

The Oregonian (503) 221-8240

wwworegonlivecom

Willamette Weekly (503) 243-2122

wwwwweekcom

RECREATION

Convention Center (503) 235-7575

wwworegonccorg

Expo Center (503) 736-5200

wwwexpocenterorg

Mt Hood Meadows (503) 337-2222

wwwmthoodmeadowscom

OMSI (503) 797-4000

www.omsi.edu

Oregon Zoo (503) 266-1561

wwworegonzoocom

Portland International Raceway (503) 823-7223

wwwportlandracewaycom

Portland Art Museum (503) 266-2811

wwwpamorg

Providence Park (503) 553-5400

wwwprovidenceparkpdxcom

Regal Cinemas (800) FANDANGO

wwwregalcinemascom

RESOURCE GUIDE

RECREATION CONTINUED...

Moda Center (503) 797-9619

wwwrosequartercom

Willamette Jetboat (503) 231-1532

wwwwillamettejetcom

SHOPPING

Bridgeport Village (503) 968-1704

wwwbridgeport-villagecom

Cedar Hills Crossing (503) 643-6563

wwwcedarhillscrossingcom

Clackamas Town Center (503) 653-6913

wwwclackamastowncentercom

Columbia Gorge Outlets (503) 669-8060

wwwpremiumoutletscom/ columbiagorge

Lloyd Center (503) 282-2511

wwwlloydcentercom

Mall 205 (503) 255-5805

Pioneer Place (503) 228-5800

wwwpioneerplacecom

Streets of Tanasbourne (503) 533-0561

wwwstreetsoftanasbournecom

Washington Square (503) 369-8860

wwwshopwashingtonsquarecom

Woodburn Outlets (888) 664-SHOP

wwwwoodburncompanystorescom

TELEPHONE SERVICE

Qwest (800) 244-1111

wwwqwestcom

Verizon (800) 483-4100

wwwverizoncom

AT&T (800) 288-2020

wwwattcom

TRANSFER STATIONS

Metro Center (503) 234-3000

wwworegonmetrogov

6161 NW 61st Ave

Portland, OR

Metro South (503) 234-3000

wwworegonmetrogov

2001 Washington St. Oregon City, OR

Clackamas County (503) 668-8885

www.wmnorthwest.com

19600 SE Canyon Valley Rd Sandy, OR

VOTER REGISTRATION

Clackamas (503) 655-8510

Multnomah (503) 248-3720

Washington (503) 846-5800

WATER BUREAU

Beaverton (503) 526-2257

Clackamas (503) 722-9220

Gladstone (503) 656-5223

Gresham (503) 618-2373

Hillsboro (503) 681-6228

Lake Oswego (503) 635-0265

Milwaukie (503) 786-7525

Oregon City (503) 657-8151

Portland (503) 823-7770

Tigard (503) 639-1554

Tualatin (503) 692-2000

West Linn (503) 656-4261

Wilsonville (503) 682-1011 wfgtitlecom/oregon

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