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When: Sat/Sun, April-Sept 10AM-1PM |
Adult group bike rides and family bicycle rides are all offered free of charge and sponsored by the City and the Gresham Regional Center Transportation Management Association.
RSVP not required but preferred. See schedules below.
 Rockwood Building, NE 181st & Couch |
The Rockwood Building
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Making Rockwood a better place
For years the grassy vacant lot on NE 181st Ave near Burnside served only an occasional traveling carnival or Christmas tree vendor.
Now, that lot is being transformed into a Multi-Service Center to serve area
families in need.
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The new three-story $17 million Rockwood Building will host eight social service providers plus a community room on the first floor, and 47 apartments on the two floors above. Fifteen of those apartments will be reserved for homeless families. |
 Rockwood Building construction, 02/2011 |
Ground floor agencies will provide day care, employment assistance and Head Start classes, among other services. The new building is expected to be a hub for residents in and around Gresham’s Rockwood neighborhood.
Human Solutions, a social service agency with offices in Portland and east Multnomah County, is coordinating the project.
 December 23, 2008, Portland OR |
Cold Temperatures, Snow, Freezing Rain and High Winds are Dangerous
What will you do without lights?
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Winter is quickly approaching, so now is the perfect time to start thinking about winter storm preparation. Household emergency supplies should include enough food, water and supplies to last four days without power or help.
A recent story in the Portland Tribune said Portland area residents are in for a wet and wild winter according to a series of forecasts presented by members of the Oregon chapter American Meteorological Society.
Two years ago an arctic blast delivered a series of three storms that began December 14, 2008 and kept a grip on the area for over two weeks. Portland reported six days where the temperature never got above freezing with high winds, blowing snow, and numerous road closures. Portland General Electric estimated 60,000 customers were without electricity on December 21st. And, on December 23, the airport reported a whopping 10" of snow in one day making it the snowiest December on record.
The 2010 Farmers’ Almanac claims this winter will see more days of shivery conditions: a winter during which temperatures will average below normal for about three-quarters of the nation. Western Washington, Oregon, and northwest California should expect above-normal snowfall in most places. The coldest (and snowiest) periods will occur in mid-December and mid- to late February.
AccuWeather.com Chief Long-Range Meteorologist Joe Bastardi is predicting that the worst of winter's cold and snow will be from the Pacific Northwest to the western Great Lakes. "That will put cities like Portland and Seattle colder and snowier this year".
Winter Checklists and Wind Chill Chart below the break
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City of Gresham News,
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Neighborhood Connections is a publication from the City of Gresham Communications & Community Outreach offering City of Gresham news, Public Safety information, Community Activities & Events, Training & Workshops, Volunteer Opportunities, and more.
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For more information, visit the Neighborhood Associations page at GreshamOregon.gov or contact Cathy Harrington at 503-618-2482, or email Cathy.Harrington@GreshamOregon.gov.
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Stretch your grocery dollars
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Farmer’s Markets are a fantastic source for fresh, seasonal, locally produced foods, and artisan products. Plus, there are activities and fun for the whole family. So come experience the market. Meet the vendors. Meet other cooks. Enjoy the freshest produce and products. Make your own statement in support of local food!
(Grow your own vegetables? Click here for Portland Nursery's 12-month "Veggie Calendar" planting guide)
Details on these area markets can be found below.
You'll find plenty of root vegitables, braising greens and lettuces, and of course plant starts for your own vegetable garden.
Bring your reusable shopping bags and plenty of small bills, though some of the markets will trade you a credit/debit card for wooden tokens that all vendors accept, which can be easier to handle than cash. We've indicated those markets that accept Oregon Trail or other food assistant coupons - more access to good food for all.
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Flu Shot clinics, Frequently asked questions, Resources, more |
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How many people bike, walk, and skateboard on Gresham streets & trails?
Volunteers Needed to Count Users, Sept 8-13 |
Gresham is participating in a nationwide effort to document the number of people biking, walking, skateboarding, and rollerblading on trails and local streets. As part of that effort, City staff is asking for volunteers to help conduct counts and surveys.
4 to 6PM on Sept. 8, 9, 10 (Tues, Weds, Thurs)
Noon to 2PM on Sept. 12 and 13 (Saturday, Sunday)
The City has identified 18 locations where counts will be taken:
| 1. Marine Drive at I-85 2. 181st Avenue at Halsey Street 3. Halsey Street at 201st Avenue 4. Gresham-Fairview Trail at Burnside Road 5. 181st Avenue at Division Street 6. 181st Avenue at Powell Boulevard 7. pringwater Trail at Pleasant View Drive 8. Burnside Avenue at 223rd Avenue (Eastman Parkway) 9. Powell Boulevard at 23rd Ave (Eastman Parkway) |
10. Springwater Trail at Main City Park 11. Cleveland Avenue at Fifth Street 12. Springwater Trail at 242nd Avenue/Hogan Road 13. Stark Street at Kane Drive 14. Kane Drive at Division Street 15. Kane Drive at Powell Valley Road 16. 282nd Avenue at Lusted Road 17. 181st Avenue at Glisan Street 18. 181st Avenue at Stark Street |
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How many people bike, walk, and skateboard on Gresham streets & trails?
Volunteers Needed to Count Users, Sept 8-13 |
Gresham is participating in a nationwide effort to document the number of people biking, walking, skateboarding, and rollerblading on trails and local streets. As part of that effort, City staff is asking for volunteers to help conduct counts and surveys.
4 to 6PM on Sept. 8, 9, 10 (Tues, Weds, Thurs)
Noon to 2PM on Sept. 12 and 13 (Saturday, Sunday)
The City has identified 18 locations where counts will be taken:
| 1. Marine Drive at I-85 2. 181st Avenue at Halsey Street 3. Halsey Street at 201st Avenue 4. Gresham-Fairview Trail at Burnside Road 5. 181st Avenue at Division Street 6. 181st Avenue at Powell Boulevard 7. pringwater Trail at Pleasant View Drive 8. Burnside Avenue at 223rd Avenue (Eastman Parkway) 9. Powell Boulevard at 23rd Ave (Eastman Parkway) |
10. Springwater Trail at Main City Park 11. Cleveland Avenue at Fifth Street 12. Springwater Trail at 242nd Avenue/Hogan Road 13. Stark Street at Kane Drive 14. Kane Drive at Division Street 15. Kane Drive at Powell Valley Road 16. 282nd Avenue at Lusted Road 17. 181st Avenue at Glisan Street 18. 181st Avenue at Stark Street |
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How many people bike, walk, and skateboard on Gresham streets & trails?
Volunteers Needed to Count Users, Sept 8-13 |
Gresham is participating in a nationwide effort to document the number of people biking, walking, skateboarding, and rollerblading on trails and local streets. As part of that effort, City staff is asking for volunteers to help conduct counts and surveys.
4 to 6PM on Sept. 8, 9, 10 (Tues, Weds, Thurs)
Noon to 2PM on Sept. 12 and 13 (Saturday, Sunday)
The City has identified 18 locations where counts will be taken:
| 1. Marine Drive at I-85 2. 181st Avenue at Halsey Street 3. Halsey Street at 201st Avenue 4. Gresham-Fairview Trail at Burnside Road 5. 181st Avenue at Division Street 6. 181st Avenue at Powell Boulevard 7. pringwater Trail at Pleasant View Drive 8. Burnside Avenue at 223rd Avenue (Eastman Parkway) 9. Powell Boulevard at 23rd Ave (Eastman Parkway) |
10. Springwater Trail at Main City Park 11. Cleveland Avenue at Fifth Street 12. Springwater Trail at 242nd Avenue/Hogan Road 13. Stark Street at Kane Drive 14. Kane Drive at Division Street 15. Kane Drive at Powell Valley Road 16. 282nd Avenue at Lusted Road 17. 181st Avenue at Glisan Street 18. 181st Avenue at Stark Street |
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Bike, walk, run, jog, or skateboard
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When: September 1-30, 2009
Where: Along the Springwater Corridor Trail
Get Map!
During the month of September the Johnson Creek Watershed Council is hosting the Springwater Cycle Stroll, a benefit event where particpants raise money for the miles they travel on the Springwater Trail throughout the month. Participants ride their bikes, walk, run, jog or skateboard along the Springwater Corridor Trail, logging their miles and collecting pledges from family and friends. Participants log miles at any time during the month, and at their own pace. Pledges can be per-mile or a flat donation. There will be friendly competition along the way with prizes for most miles biked, most miles run, most miles walked, and most money raised. The donations raised through this event will support the Council's restoration, education and outreach programs.
The Springwater Corridor Trail parallels Johnson Creek for much of its length. This event is also an opportunity to feature some of metropolitan Portland's history and little-known natural treasures along the creek.
Join the Springwater Cycle Stroll and raise money for watershed restoration and protection while enjoying the Springwater Trail along Johnson Creek! Register now at www.jcwc.org or by calling (503) 652-7477.
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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