Happy Valley’s Dumpster Day Returns June 13: Clean Up, Recycle, And Donate To A Good Cause (Photo) - 06/12/26

Happy Valley’s Dumpster Day is back! Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 8 a.m. to Noon at Happy Valley Park for this annual community event that helps residents responsibly dispose of unwanted household items, recycle materials, and this year support an important local non-profit.

Dumpster Day continues to focus on sustainability and smart recycling by providing convenient drop-off locations for a variety of household items. Residents can learn how to properly dispose of common materials and help divert waste from the landfill.

New this year, the city has teamed up with the Mattress Recycling Council’s Bye Bye Mattress program to accept old mattresses and box springs for recycling. Instead of taking up valuable landfill space, these items will be dismantled, and their materials recycled and repurposed into new products giving worn-out mattresses and box springs a second life.

Community partners will once again help make recycling easy. Metro will be on-site collecting household batteries, light bulbs, and sharps for safe disposal. Les Schwab will accept old tires, and residents can bring sensitive documents for free on-site shredding, helping protect personal information while reducing waste. Residents are also encouraged to bring donations for Goodwill, which will be collecting gently used clothing, household items, and other reusable goods. These donations help support local individuals and families in need.

The event will also continue its partnership with Reborn Bikes, a nonprofit organization that collects, repairs, and redistributes bicycles to individuals who need reliable transportation for work, school, and daily activities. If you have a bicycle, you no longer use, consider donating it to help someone in our community.

Dumpster Day would not be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers and community partners. The city extends a special thank you to volunteers from National Charity League-Sunnyside Chapter, Boys Team Charity Happy Valley League and members of the Oregon National Guard, whose hard work helps keep the event running smoothly and safely each year.

In addition to cleaning out garages and reducing waste, residents will have an opportunity to support local recreation opportunities. Donations will be accepted during the event to benefit the Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation, helping fund programs, projects, and recreational opportunities that enhance quality of life throughout the community.

Please note that Dumpster Day is open to Happy Valley residents only, and proof of residency (ID) may be requested at the entrance.

Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon at Happy Valley Park, 13770 SE Ridgecrest Road, Happy Valley, OR 97086, for our annual Dumpster Day event. Clean up, recycle responsibly, support local causes, and help make Happy Valley a cleaner, greener community.

Happy Valley Youth Entrepreneur Program Returns For Record-Breaking Third Year (Photo) - 05/28/26

Young entrepreneurs from across the Happy Valley/Clackamas community will gather at City Hall on May 28th to launch a year of business, mentorship, and community connection.

The City of Happy Valley, in partnership with the Happy Valley Business Alliance (HVBA), is proud to launch the third annual Happy Valley Youth Entrepreneur Program with a kickoff event on Wednesday, May 28, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Happy Valley City Hall.

Now entering its third year, the program has reached a major milestone with a record-breaking number of applications-30 to be exact, making 2026 the largest and most successful year in the program’s history. In response to overwhelming community interest, the city has expanded participation opportunities to welcome as many young entrepreneurs as possible.

“This program is about more than running a business it’s about building confidence, learning new skills, and turning ideas into reality,” said Mayor Tom Ellis. “It’s inspiring to see so many young people in our community step up this year. They represent the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit that makes Happy Valley such a special place.”

The Happy Valley Youth Entrepreneur Program is a year-long initiative designed for students in grades K–12 throughout the Happy Valley and Clackamas community who want to transform their handmade products or services into real-world business experience. Through mentorship from local business leaders and hands-on selling opportunities at signature City events, participants gain practical skills in branding, pricing, customer service, marketing, and booth operations.

Kickoff Event TONIGHT-May 28th 

The kickoff workshop is new this year and will bring together accepted entrepreneurs, parents, mentors, volunteers, and local business owners for an evening focused on learning, inspiration, and connection.

Mayor Tom Ellis will open the event alongside welcome remarks from Happy Valley Business Alliance President Rene Canler Guest speakers and local residents:  Eric Post of Huzi AI, and his daughter Alyssa Post of Oregon State University will share insights on entrepreneurship, branding, and goal-setting.

2026 Selling Opportunities

Throughout the year, Youth Entrepreneurs will showcase and sell their products at several of Happy Valley’s signature community events, including:

• 4th of July Family Festival
• Summer Concert on August 20 featuring Fleetwood Mac tribute band Taken By the Sky
• Oktoberfest on October 3
• Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 6

New this year, participants will also have an opportunity to set up a booth and sell at the Happy Valley Farmers Market on August 8. 

The Happy Valley Youth Entrepreneur Program continues to grow as a reflection of the community’s commitment to supporting young leaders, fostering creativity, and building meaningful connections between youth and local businesses. Through the partnership between the City of Happy Valley and the Happy Valley Business Alliance, the program provides students with real-world opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to our vibrant community.