Cities of the Gorge The West Columbia River Gorge region serves as an important transit point between the Portland metro area and the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Within its boundaries travelers will find easy transportation via Portland International Airport, I-84, I-205, the Halsey Corridor, and the Historic Columbia River Highway. Residents, employers, and visitors value the easy access to the cities of Troutdale, Wood Village, Fairview, and Cascade Locks, and to the outstanding recreation, cultural, retail and culinary amenities available throughout the area. City of Wood Village Wood Village has experienced consistent growth both in residential and business development. The city is literally at the edge of the Columbia River Gorge, near the easterly edge of the Portland Metropolitan Area. The Byway, which is a large mixed-use development with 174 housing units and over 10,000 square feet of commercial space continues to thrive due to its convenient location and innovative residential and business space. In recent years, the city has completed a new City Hall and Civic Center which serves as the headquarters for the city as well as a meeting and gathering place as well. The facilities feature a large plaza, splash pad and private event space. Visitors to the town center will appreciate the new restaurants and pubs now operating there. The crown jewel of the city is the Donald L. Robertson Community Park which was named in 2001 for a past mayor who served 22 years on the City Council. The city continues to help its people grow as well. Case in point: the City of Wood Village Opportunity Scholarship program. Established in 2020, it provides funds to assist students in Wood Village to achieve their career goals. This scholarship is available to Wood Village high school graduates or GED recipients who plan to start their education at an accredited university, college, or trade school. The minimum award amount is $1,250 plus a stipend to help cover books, materials, or supplies. The 2023 recipients are Isaias Damian Figueroa, DaVante Minnieweather, Brian Montes, and Jesus Angel Silva. The city’s comprehensive resource guide in three languages continues to be popular among residents and business owners. The guide provides full-service translation either through staff or a contracted provider. It’s just another way community leaders are creating a Wood Village that’s unique, special, and that serves its community!
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City of Wood Village
2023 - 2024 WEST COLUMBIA GORGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DIRECTORY AND MAGAZINE
