What BestPlaces Users Say about Sherwood
Sherwood, Oregon is a small city located just outside of Portland. With a population of approximately 19,000 residents, it offers a suburban feel with easy access to big city amenities. Its close-knit community and strong school district make it a desirable place to live for families. However, like any place, it has its pros and cons. Based on various user reviews from BestPlaces.net, here is a summary of what people have to say about living in Sherwood.
According to user "katier," Sherwood is a "wonderful place to raise a family" with "friendly and welcoming neighbors." Another user, "jimmyd," praises the city's "beautiful parks and trails," making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. However, not all reviews are positive. User "maggie123" expresses frustration with the "lack of diversity" and "limited job opportunities" in Sherwood. Similarly, user "mike_23" mentions the high cost of living and housing in the area. Despite these drawbacks, many reviewers agree that Sherwood offers a "small town feel with big city conveniences," making it a desirable place to call home.
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Water quality - 5/13/2007
Sherwood city council has started a huge water project to support an anticipated growth from 16000 to 30000; they will use the water from a treatment plant on the Willamette River.
The Willamette River is one of the most polluted rivers in the west, with numerous studies showing the presence of pesticides,endocrine disruptors and other trace toxins. The Sierra Club and others have introduced a state law, SB 737 to stop Oregon polluters from dumping into rivers using the Toxic Mixing Zone Loopholes.
All EPA standards for drinking water shows Willamette water is safe but the soup of numerous alarming toxins that is present in the river sediment bed, according to a recent article in the Oregonian, is causing
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