Bond Measure 3-626 Community Input Survey

In November of 2025, Measure 3-626 to fund the construction of a community center in Happy Valley did not pass. The bond measure was referred to the ballot after years of outreach efforts (including surveys, open houses, steering committees, and focus groups) that indicated there was voter support to build a community center.

Now, City Council would like to hear directly from residents to understand what changed.

To participate, fill out the below survey once anytime between February 2nd and February 20th. All Happy Valley residents are encouraged to participate.

Interested in sharing your thoughts and opinions in person? Attend the bond measure listening session coming up on Wednesday, March 4th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm, at Happy Valley City Hall. The listening session will be hosted by an outside facilitator who will capture any additional comments from the community.

Thank you for taking the time to participate and provide your feedback!

Bond Measure 3-626 – Community Input Survey

Please note: Survey is best viewed in "Light Mode"

Did you vote in the November 2025 election that featured Bond Measure 3-626 to fund the construction of a community center in Happy Valley?(Required)

Yes

I never received a ballot

(Those living outside the boundary of the City of Happy Valley were not able to vote in this election – check to see if you’re within City limits here).

Why did you choose not to vote?(Required)

I didn’t know the community center was on the ballot

I didn’t think it was important to vote on this measure

I thought it was going to pass anyway

I thought it was going to fail anyway

Other

Did you participate in any of the City’s community outreach efforts about the community center over the last few years? (This would include taking surveys, attending open houses, participating in the Community Center Steering Committee, Focus Groups, or talking with City staff at booths during community events).(Required)

Yes

Where did you find information about Bond Measure 3-626 prior to the election? (Select all that apply)(Required)

Happy Valley News

City of Happy Valley social media pages

City of Happy Valley website

HOA Presentations

Community Events

Happy Valley Business Alliance

Word of Mouth

Other

Are you likely to attend the in-person listening session that will take place in March to further share your thoughts on the bond measure?(Required)

Yes

Did you vote in favor of Bond Measure 3-626?(Required)

Yes

Please rate the following reasons for why you voted YES on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

	0 - No Impact	1	2	3	4 - High Impact
I wanted a community center in our city and didn’t mind if taxes were increased to pay for it.
I wanted access to the planned amenities like a recreational pool, exercise equipment, gym space, and community gathering spaces.
I think our community would benefit from having a community center, even if I didn’t plan to use the facility.
I wanted my children or grandchildren to have access to additional Parks & Recreation programming and events that would’ve been provided at the facility.

Please rate the following reasons for why you voted NO on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

0 had no impact, 4 had highest impact.(Required)

	0 - No Impact	1	2	3	4 - High Impact
Current economic factors influenced my decision to vote against the measure.
I like the idea of a community center in our city, but I didn’t want my taxes increased to pay for it.
I do not want a community center in our city.
I did not like the planned location for the community center.
I did not like the proposed amenities included in the community center.
I did not want to have to pay an additional daily/monthly fee to use the facility.
I had concerns about the City’s long-term financial obligation to operate the facility.

0 had no impact, 4 had highest impact.

If you had concerns about the tax increase specifically, please rank the following reasons for your concern on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

0 had no impact, 4 had highest impact.(Required)

	0 - No Impact	1	2	3	4 - High Impact
The estimated annual tax increase was too high.
The 25-year duration of the tax was too long.
I did not trust the calculation for what this would cost the median homeowner.
I do not support increased taxes.

0 had no impact, 4 had highest impact.

Is there additional information you would like to share about why you voted either in favor or against Bond Measure 3-626?(Required)

Yes

GENERAL QUESTIONS - Please rate the following questions on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning not at all satisfied and four meaning extremely satisfied).

(Required)

	0 - Not at all satisfied	1 - Somewhat satisfied	2 - Satisfied	3 - Very satisfied	4 - Extremely Satisfied
How satisfied are you with the conditions of parks in Happy Valley?
How satisfied are you with the quality of recreational programs in Happy Valley?
How satisfied are you with the quality of public safety in Happy Valley?
How satisfied are you with the library programs and services in Happy Valley?
How satisfied are you with the road maintenance and repairs (e.g. roadway surface condition and street sweeping) in Happy Valley?

Is there additional information you would like to share about services the City provides?(Required)

Yes

Are you a homeowner or a renter?(Required)

Homeowner

Renter

Other

How long have you been a resident of Happy Valley?(Required)

1-5 years

6-10 years

11-15 years

16-20 years

20+ years

Other

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Ben Bryant, Assistant City Manager, 503-783-3840

Ashley Hagg, Communications & Public Relations Program Manager, 503-886-8423

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Bond Measure 3-626 Community Input Survey

Bond Measure 3-626 – Community Input Survey

Please note: Survey is best viewed in "Light Mode"

Please rate the following reasons for why you voted YES on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

Please rate the following reasons for why you voted NO on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

If you had concerns about the tax increase specifically, please rank the following reasons for your concern on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning it had no impact on your vote, and four meaning it had a lot of impact on your vote).

GENERAL QUESTIONS - Please rate the following questions on a scale of 0-4 (zero meaning not at all satisfied and four meaning extremely satisfied).

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