City of Gresham

Join The Fun! When: Wed May 04, 2016 9AM-10AM Where: Center for the Arts Plaza to Dexter McCarty Middle School Gresham, OR Get Map!

Join City staff and volunteers for an organized ride to Dexter McCarty Middle School. The group will meet at the Gresham Arts Plaza (488 NE 3rd, Downtown Gresham) on Wednesday, May 4 at 9 a.m. All students who walk, bike or skate to school are eligible for prizes. Please visit the Transportation Safety page for more information on this event.

For questions, please contact Tina Osterink at 503-618-2392 or Tina.Osterink@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Wed May 04, 2016 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall HR Training Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Citizen Involvement Committee advises the Council on the development, implementation and maintenance of programs designed to facilitate citizen involvement, engagement and to foster a deliberative process between residents and the City.

For more information about this event contact Aaron Abrams at 503-618-2482 or Aaron.Abrams@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Wed May 04, 2016 10AM-6PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The City has partnered with the Red Cross to offer BPA-free, three-gallon water containers at a discount to Gresham utility account holders at just $5 per bottle (retail value is $15), which will be added to your utility bill. Supplies are limited and customers may order one bottle per account.

You must pre-order your water bottle prior to picking one up at this event. Read more about this water bottle offer.

For more information about this program contact Robin Pederson at 503-618-2130 or Robin.Pederson@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Wed May 04, 2016 6:30PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the city.

For more information about this event contact Jamie Thomes at 503-618-2842 or Jamie.Thomes@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu May 05, 2016 3PM-5PM Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Center 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The East County Caring Community is a consortium of agencies and organizations working together to coordinate policy, programs and systems. This group meets the first Thursday of every month.

For more information about this event contact Rebecca Stavenjord at 503-314-4025 or rebecca.stavenjord@multco.us.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu May 05, 2016 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Room 2A 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy. Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Natural Resources and Sustainability Committee advises the Gresham City Council on policy development matters and actions related to the protection, restoration and enhancement of:

• Natural resources
• Watershed health
• Water quality
• Fish and wildlife habitat
• Urban tree canopy
• Provision of public health
• Development, improvement and expansion of city parks, trails, and green space for present and future generations

For more information about this event contact Keri Handaly at 503-618-2525 or Keri.Handaly@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu May 05, 2016 4:45PM-6PM Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Room 3A 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Gresham Art Committee is a volunteer committee that oversees the installment of visual arts exhibits in the City of Gresham Visual Arts Gallery and assists with the acquisition of art throughout City facilities. The committee also advises the City in arts and culture-related activities.

For more information about this event contact Kathy Kollenburn at 503-618-2171 or Kathy.Kollenburn@GreshamOregon.gov.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri May 06, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at H.B. Lee Middle School, 1121 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Join In Tonight's Fun When: Sat May 07, 2016 8PM-12AM Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Avenue Gresham, OR Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Saturday nights at Friends of the Children at 424 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule:

• 8-10 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Mon May 09, 2016 6:30PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Springwater Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The May 9 meeting of the Planning Commission has been canceled.

The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city.

For more information about this event contact Tammy Richardson, Planning Technician at 503-618-2401 or Tammy.Richardson@GreshamOregon.gov.