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Date Change
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When: Wednesday Oct 29, 2008 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Where: Contact for location
Board meetings are scheduled for the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30PM
For more information please contact: info@WilkesEastNA.org
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Neighborhood Watch
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When: Tuesday, Sept 30, 2008 6:30PM-8:30PM
Where: Gresham Public Safety Buldling
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, Or
Neighborhood Watch "Block Captain" Training Workshop. The Neighborhood Watch (NW) workshop trains all participants on how to form their Watch, complete NW forms, prevent home burglary and ID theft.
Contact Sylvia L Milne, Crime Prevention Specialist, Gresham Police Department by phone (503) 618-2824, or email sylvia.milne@ci.gresham.or.us.
Neighborhood Watch depends on citizen involvement to prevent and discourage crime. You're not asked to take personal risks, only to serve as extra “eyes and ears” and to report information on crimes and suspicious activities promptly.
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Click here to sign-up now!
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When: Saturday, October 4, 2008 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR
Field Trip 3:30PM - 5:30PM
Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch)
This Summit is a chance to explore how investments in urban parks and trees can contribute to business vibrancy, safer streets and neighborhoods, increased property values, and enhanced fiscal health.
Featuring guest presenter Kathy Wolf, Research Director at the University of Washington's Human Dimensions of Urban Forestry and Urban Green program.
As a valued member of our community we want to hear from you!
Seating is limited. To register, or for more information, visit www.pfpevents.org or call 503-667-2300
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Date Change
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When: Monday Sep 29, 2008 6:30PM - 8:30PM (date change)
Where: Contact for location
Board meetings are scheduled for the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30PM
For more information please contact: info@WilkesEastNA.org
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Public Open House,
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When: Wednesday, Sept 24, 2008 7:00PM-9:00PM
Where: Springwater Trail Room
Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, Oregon
The City’s Transportation Division and Urban Renewal Dept would like to discuss a proposed project to improve freight and commuter traffic conditions on NE 181st Ave, between I-84 and the San Rafael industrial district, in North Rockwood.
Please attend this open house and let the City know your concerns about this project, especially the possible prohibition of southbound U-turns at NE 181st Ave & NE San Rafael St to improve traffic flow .
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Urban Forestry Committee seeking two new advisory members |
Gresham's Urban Forestry Committee (formerly Tree Preservation Committee) is looking for additional members from the community. There are currently 5 members on the committee and they would like to add at least two more.
This seven-member citizen advisory committee is appointed by the Gresham City Council. The committee advises Council and staff about tree preservation and recommends tree species for the City's street tree list. It recommends and updates the Significant Tree List, and provides public education on those issues including publishing an approved street tree list.
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Bring Your Tools!
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When: Saturday, Oct 11 2008 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Nadaka Park
NE 175th Ave & NE Pacific St
Gresham, Oregon
Volunteers will meet at the entry gate into Nadaka on NE Pacific St. between NE 175th & NE 176th Ave
Join us for a morning of clearing underbrush and lifting the canopy in Nadaka Park sponsored by SOLV. Nadaka Park is a beautiful natural area - but it has become overgrown. With your help, we can change that. This cleanup will make the park safer and more inviting.
Activities include cleanup, invasive plant removal, pruning, and weeding. Bagels, muffins, coffee, and water will be provided.
Click Here to Register Now for this project!
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City Council Hearing on Development Code Improvement Project
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When: Sept 2, 2008 3:00PM - 4:30PM
Where: Gresham Public Safety and Schools Building
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR
TYPE IV PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING OF COUNCIL BILL 05-08 REGARDING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO VOLUME 3 OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT CODE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Amendments include: provisions regarding early neighborhood notification, lot configurations, driveway lengths, height transition standards, the Medium Density Residential district, stormwater treatment and levels of review. Planning Services is the lead department.
NOTE: THIS ITEM WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 19, 2008
The City Council hearing on the Development Code Improvement Project, originally scheduled for August 19, is delayed to September 2. This delay was requested so that staff may incorporate the Planning Commission recommendation from the August 11 hearing on the
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A "Must See" Event!
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When: Thursday, Sept 18 2008 7:30PM - 9:00PM
Where: St. Aidan's Episcopal Church
Murdock Hall
17405 NE Glisan St
Gresham, Oregon
Substantial off-street parking available
Debate starts promptly at 7:30PM
No admission charge!
Sponsored by the Rockwood Neighborhood Association, Roger Meyer, President; phone (503) 666-2776, email rogernmeyer@earthlink.net.
All Gresham Neighborhood Association residents are invited to attend a lively 90 minute debate between Diane McKeel and Carla Piluso, candidates for County Commissioner District 4. Preference to be given to audience questions from members of West Gresham's Neighborhood Association members from Rockwood, North Gresham, North Central, and Wilkes-East.
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City Council Hearing on Development Code Improvement Project |
When: August 19, 2008 3:00PM - 4:30PM POSTPONED
Where: Gresham Public Safety and Schools Building
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR
NOTE: THIS ITEM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO SEPTEMBER 2, 2008
Thank You!
Wilkes East Neighborhood would like express our gratitude to the following for their generous contributions & continued support:
• Jazzy Bagels, Main St & Powell
• Parkrose Hardware, 106th & Sandy
• Growers Outlet, 162nd & Glisan
• SOLV, Bringing Oregon together
• Albertsons, 181st & Glisan
• And, all the many volunteers!
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