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Talking Tigard

Jun 21, 2020

Tigard High School students Abdi Mohamoud and Sarah Gentry share how students have mobilized after the killing of George Floyd. They discuss drafting a anti-racism resolution for the Tigard-Tualatin School Board, the successful Student March for Black Lives, and what's next. 

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications...


Jun 14, 2020

Marissa Grass, City of Tigard Community Engagement Coordinator, answers the questions that the community is asking about reopening in Tigard. When will playgrounds be open? Do I need to wear a mask? Are summer camps happening?


Jun 8, 2020

Vernon Baker, Executive Director of Just Compassion, discusses how Just Compassion is using the Resident Aid Fund of Tigard to support Tigard community members who are experiencing houselessness. 

Also, Vernon offers insight into how the city can take steps to address racial inequities. 

Host: Kent Wyatt, Communications...