Local social service agencies and organizations have coordinated their efforts and localized them at the community center. Considering not only our children but our grandchildren's' grandchildren is not always popular, but it has resulted in a stable community with an excellent quality of life for residents. Numerous people join in opportunities to study the challenges to the community, to make decisions and become future leaders. Forest Grove is known for its willingness to accept and benefit from contributions of all residents, regardless of age, economic status or nationality. We work together to find solutions.
Many special events showcase the music and history of our residents.
Town forums allow all aspects of the community to meet informally to discuss concerns and find solutions. Our Sister Cities program, the University intercultural programs, and business ties have made us a part of the international community. It's a rare metropolitan community that can find itself still surrounded by fine, productive farms and forests. Forest Grove is one of the fortunate few. Forests, vineyards, nurseries, dairies, orchards and many other agricultural pursuits surround us with beauty.