Rockwood's Plaza del Sol, 187th & Stark.Click to enlarge
Join us "at Pluto" in Plaza del Sol as we officially declare Pluto a planet!
When: Thur Feb 18, 2010 5:30PM-7PM Where: Plaza del Sol
18709 SE Stark
Gresham, OR Get Map!
Event Info
Please join the Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee's Work Group and the City of Gresham as we officially declare Pluto a planet.
After the ceremony, head on over to Lazer Planet located at 340 NW Burnside, Gresham, OR. In honor of "Pluto Day" Lazer Planet is giving away one free game per person at their entertainment center for anyone who mentions "Pluto Day' from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on February 18, 2010.
Rockwood's Plaza del Sol, 187th & Stark.Click to enlarge
Seeking creative people
to help plan and promote
events on the Plaza del Sol.
When: Wednesday February 10, 2010 5:30PM Where: El Compadre Loco (formerly Original Taco House)
18935 E Burnside
Gresham Oregon Get Map!
Meeting Notice
Members of the Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee are forming a work group to plan and promote community events to be held on the newly painted Plaza del Sol (formerly the Rockwood Fred Meyer site). Possible ideas are a Cinco de mayo and/or a multicultural Christmas event.
The first meeting will be held at 5:30PM on February 10, 2010 at El Comparde Loco on 189th & Burnside. If you would like to join our work group and help us plan and promote community events on Plaza del Sol plan to attend this meeting. (RSVP below).
2010 GRDC Work Plan,
Plaza del Sol,
Rockwood MAX Station,
Storefront Improvement Grants
When: Thursday Jan 21, 2010 4:00PM Where: Gresham Civic Center
Public Safety & Schools Building
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR Get Map!
A forum to discuss...
the Justice Center, Courts and Public Safety as part of Rockwood's Urban Renewal
When: Tuesday, May 12 2009 7:30PM - 9:00PM Where: Parklane Christian Reformed Church
16001 SE Main St (just off of 162nd Ave)
Portland, OR Get Map!
East County Justice Center debacle
Members of East Portland communities are increasingly concerned about the Rockwood Public Safety presence now and in future. Most notably, East Portlander's are very concerned about the East County Justice Center debacle.
County changes direction on project
Multnomah County was scheduled to build a full service Justice Facility, including courthouses, community space, sheriff's office and other facilities in Rockwood. The Rockwood Bowling alley at 187th & SE Stark St was purchased for this project. Multnomah County has reconsidered this project, and is planning on building courthouses in downtown Gresham instead.
Attend the public forum
The Rockwood Neighborhood Association is co-sponsoring a forum May 12th to discuss the Justice Center, Courts and Public Safety as components in Rockwood's Urban Renewal efforts.
Attendees
Multnomah County Chair Ted Wheeler
Multnomah County Commissioner Diane McKeel
Multnomah District Attorney Michael Shrunk
Multnomah County Judge Edward Jones
Gresham Mayor Shane Bemis
Gresham Councilors Richard Strathern & Paul Warr-King
Gresham Police Chief Craig Junginger
East Precinct Police Commander Mike Crebs
Everyone is urged to attend this important meeting and show support for this very important part of Rockwood's future. Several important questions will be asked and answered. The public is invited to ask questions too.
Sponsored by the Centiennial Community Association, East Portland Neighborhoods, Rockwood Neighborhood Association, & Rockwood Business Coalition
Join us for the 5th Annual
Vance Park “Light up the Night”!
Dec 5th 5PM-8PM (Rain or Shine)
When: Friday Dec 5, 2008 5PM-8PM
Vance Park
SE 182nd Ave (south of SE Yamhill St)
Enjoy an invigorating walk around the luminaries and kids can make Holiday Crafts at the Rec Mobile! Also, come enjoy FREE Hot Chocolate and Cookies at Park Place Coffee (located right next to Vance Park).
Sponsored by Gresham Ford, Parr Lumber, and People for Parks Oregon.
Mayor Shane T. Bemis announced February 10, 2010 that Jack Medak the owner of the building at l9295 E Burnside and potential landlord for a proposed methadone clinic in the Rockwood area of Gresham has decided not to lease his space for that use.
The decision comes after a contentious two-hour meeting held Thursday, Feb. 4, in the building in question at 19295 E Burnside St.
"This is a big win for the people who have been working so hard to raise the tide in Rockwood," said Bemis. "I am tremendously proud of the community for clearly articulating the potential redevelopment obstacles and law enforcement challenges that could come from an additional methadone clinic in the area." Bemis said “I am glad that Mr. Medak did not lease to them,” adding, “He did the right thing. I think he heard the community.”
Barberry Village Apartments, Plaza del Sol workgroup report, 188th MAX Station Improvements, 187th/188th Realignment at Stark, Stark Street Boulevard Phase II.
When: Wednesday Feb 10, 2010 7PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall
Oregon Trail Conference Center
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR Get Map!
It includes: Community Building at Barberry Village Apartments, Plaza del Sol: Community Event Work Group Report, 188th MAX Station Improvements, 187th/188th Realignment at Stark Street, Stark Street Boulevard Phase II (190th to 197th), and more. You will find all of this under "agenda attachments" for the meeting on 2/10.
Proposed facility to be
located in Rockwood's
Germantowne Square,
192nd between Stark and Burnside
When: Tuesday Feb 2, 2010 6:30PM Where: 19295 E Burnside
Gresham Oregon Get Map!
Meeting Notice
"RETREAC" and a contractor based out of San Francisco have applied to open and operate a Methadone Maintenance Treatment Facility for the treatment and counseling of narcotic addiction. [Methadone is a Schedule II Narcotic not to be confused with "Meth"(Methamphetamine)].
This informational meeting is being held at the request of applicant to:
facilitate discussion between neighbors and the applicant
identify any perceived issues regarding the proposal, and
make modifications to the proposal where reasonable.
It is part of Gresham's Planning Application process for Community Service Use – Type III. Please visit https://egov.greshamoregon.gov/Click2GovPZ/Index.jsp and input Project Number 09-26000311 to review Project Documents/Comments.
Concerned citizens of Rockwood and Wilkes East are urged to attend this meeting.
When: Monday Mar 15, 2010 7PM Where: Gresham Salvation Army
Youth Center
473 SE 194th St Get Map!
Canidates Forum
The Rockwood Neighborhood Association (RNA) is providing a forum for District #1 candidates to introduce themselves, describe Metro and address issues relevant to East County and their respective campaigns. This position is currently held by Rod Park.
Candidates running for Council Position #1 are:
Shirley Craddick [Currently Council Position #3, City of Gresham]
Christopher Gorsek [Currently Professor, Mt. Hood Comm. College]
Duke Shepard [Currently Political Director, Oregon AFL-CIO]
The RNA will provide updates on Neighborhood issues (parks, County Courts, TriMet improvements) prior to the forum.
A Gresham landlord wants to fill a vacancy with a methadone clinic, but the mayor said Wednesday the area has enough clinics already.
The site is in Gresham’s Rockwood area at 192nd and East Burnside and has been vacant for more than a year. Owner Jack Medak said he just wants a business that will help pay the bills.
