City of Gresham

Owens Corning Responds to Nov 1 Meeting Q&A

Owens Corning has provided answers here to questions that were asked at the DEQ information meeting held on November 1, 2007, as they agreed to do. Their answers can be read here. Please note that these answers were provided solely by Owens Corning. Owens Corning did not discuss these answers with DEQ, and DEQ does not endorse the answers; George Davis, Department of Environmental Quality - Northwest Region Office, simply passed them on to Wilkes East NA as agreed at the information meeting.

The public hearing on the proposed permit will be held at Centennial High School in the Community Room on December 13, 2007. The meeting will start with an information session at 6:30 pm, followed by the formal hearing.

Garden Winter Clean Up, Trail Building Projects

Are you feeling cooped up inside because of the rain and falling temperatures?

Don't let the weather get you down. Bundle up and join in for one of our upcoming winter volunteer projects!

Upcoming Winter Projects:

• Community Garden Winter Clean Up! Dec 8

  Where: City Hall Community Garden (1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham)
  When: Saturday, Dec 8, 2007
  9:00AM – 1:00PM
  Volunteers needed: 5
  Click here for project details




• Trail Building Work Party! Dec 15

  Where: North Gresham Park (1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham)
  When: Saturday, Dec 15, 2007
  9:00AM – 1:00PM
  Volunteers needed: 10
  Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

Community Garden Winter Clean Up! Dec 8

Where: City Hall Community Garden (1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham)
When: Saturday, Dec 8, 2007
9:00AM – 1:00PM
Volunteers needed: 5
Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

They'd love to have your help!

Trail Building Work Party! Dec 15

Where: North Gresham Park (1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham)
When: Saturday, Dec 15, 2007
9:00AM – 1:00PM
Volunteers needed: 10
Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

Proposed Air Quality Permit for Owens Corning Foam Plant

Notice of Public Hearing: Dec. 13, 2007

Information session begins at 6:30 p.m. with formal hearing to follow:

Centennial High School
Community Room
3505 S.E. 182nd Ave.
Gresham, Oregon

Complete hearing details for the proposed Owens Corning Foam Insulation plant to be located at 18456 NE Wilkes Road, Gresham Oregon (in the industrial park at NE 181st Ave and I-84) can be found here.

You are invited to make oral comments on this proposed air quality permit issuance at a public hearing. You may also comment in writing.

Proposed Air Quality Permit for Owens Corning Foam Plant

Notice of Public Hearing: Dec. 13, 2007

Information session begins at 6:30 p.m. with formal hearing to follow:

Centennial High School
Community Room
3505 S.E. 182nd Ave.
Gresham, Oregon

Complete hearing details for the proposed Owens Corning Foam Insulation plant to be located at 18456 NE Wilkes Road, Gresham Oregon (in the industrial park at NE 181st Ave and I-84) can be found here.

You are invited to make oral comments on this proposed air quality permit issuance at a public hearing.

The Powell Valley Neighborhood Association (PVNA) recently elected Ebonie Johnson as its newest President.

"The previous President, Sue Ruonala did a wonderful job of organizing the association." says Johnson. With the support of Sue Ruonala as Secretary, Bob Hurley as Land Use, and Kim Peil as Vice President, Johnson pledges to build upon PVNA's prior success during his tenure.

Wilkes East NA extends its congratulations to Mr Johnson and the other Powell Valley NA board members on their new positions and wish them much success in the coming year.

Powell Valley NA Meeting: Nov 15

Topic: Fred Meyer Fuel Stop Addition

Date: Thursday, November 15, 2007

Time: 7:00PM - 8:30PM

Location: Gresham City Hall-Gresham Civic Center
3rd Floor Human Resources Conference Room
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR 97030

For more information contact Ebonie Johnson, PVNA President, at eboniejohnson@comcast.net or call 503-969-7432.

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce some upcoming Fall and Winter "Community Garden Cleanup" volunteer events! It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the crisp autumn air amd help your community!

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce an upcoming Fall and Winter volunteer event!

North Gresham Park Trail Project (Part II)

Where: North Gresham Park
1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham
When: Sat. Dec. 15, 2007
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us