Announcement

Rockwood In Motion Staging Area License, GRDC Meeting Minutes, 2010-2011 Urban Renewal Budget, Apartment Rehabilitation Program, Storefront Improvement Program

When: Thursday, June 17, 2010 4PM
Where: Council Chambers
Gresham Civic Center
Public Safety & Schools Building
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR
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The Gresham Redevelopment Commission will meet on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 4:00PM in the Council Chambers, Gresham Civic Center, Public Safety and Schools Building, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, Oregon.

The complete agenda packet is available on the City of Gresham web site, accessible from the this link: GRDC Agendas and Minutes

NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION

Immediately following adjournment of the Gresham Redevelopment Commission June 17, 2010 at 4:00PM open session., the Gresham Redevelopment Commission will hold an Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) Real Property Transactions, ORS 192.660(2)(f) – Exempt Public Records, and ORS 192.660(2)(h) – Legal Counsel. Executive sessions are CLOSED to the public. Pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes, no information from this session shall be disclosed by the news media.

GRDC Advisory Committee agenda: Apartment Rehabilitation and Storefront Improvement Grant Changes, Industrial Development and Tax Increment, Rockwood in Motion Update, Plaza del Sol Work Group Report

When: Wednesday June 9, 2010 7PM-9PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Oregon Trail Conference Center
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR
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On the agenda

Click here for Wednesday night's Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) Advisory Committee meeting agenda. This link takes you to the City of Gresham webpage that has the attachments and further meeting information.

It includes: Apartment Rehabilitation and Storefront Improvement Grant Changes, Industrial Development and Tax Increment, Rockwood in Motion Update, Plaza del Sol Work Group Report, and more. You will find all of this under "agenda" for the meeting on 6/9.

Show your support Gresham Parks Commission to consider off-leash dog park proposal

When: Thursday June 10, 2010 6:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Room 3A
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR
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Many cities the sizes of Gresham have off-leash dog parks that provide a real convenience and source of enjoyment to dog owners and their pets. These dog parks offer a safe and clean environment by providing an alternative to dog owners who might otherwise let their best friend run loose -- presenting a hazard to their pets and people.

Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 6:30PM the Gresham Parks Commission will consider a proposal for an off-leash dog park. This is not a dog park meeting, but rather a meeting to encourage the Commission to pass a dog park proposal.

Interested persons are encouraged to attend this meeting.

Nadaka Nature Park Gresham, OR

Come-on out! Join your neighbors and get a little dirty with us as we remove invasives from Nadaka Nature Park

When: Saturday Jun 19, 2010 9AM-1PM
Sunday C.I.T.O. (Cache In, Trash Out) Geocache clean-up
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
NE 175th Av & NE Pacific St
Gresham, OR
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Clean-up Info

Be prepared to get a little dirty and to have fun by supporting and volunteering with Friends of Nadaka and Wilkes East Neighborhood Association in their efforts to restore this natural area by removing invasive underbrush and ivy.

Rain or Shine! Come dressed for weather and help improve Nadaka Nature Park. Bring working gloves & a water bottle if you have them. Volunteer as long as you can.

Coffee, juice, water & refreshments provided by Wilkes East Neighborhood.

No pre-registration required. Volunteers younger than 18 will need a signed waiver (available at the event).

See website calendar for more Nadaka Nature Park events and activities!

Share your thoughts on Urban Forestry Goals: tree resources, management, maintenance and community livability.

When: Wednesday May 26, 2010 6:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Second Floor – Room 2A
1333 NW Eastman Pwy
Gresham, OR 97030
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The Urban Forestry Plan identifies a series of Goals and Policies to provide a framework for community priorities and to guide plan implementation over the next 20 years. This forum will highlight recent Online Urban Forestry Survey results and include a group exercise to provide feedback on the Urban Forestry Plan Goals and Policies.

Please join us to share your thoughts on Urban Forestry Goals related to tree resources, management, maintenance and community livability. The Draft Goals and Policies are attached to this email and can be downloaded off the Urban Forestry Projects and Meeting Materials webpage at: www.greshamoregon.gov/urbanforestryplan.

Help shape Rockwood's urban design framework: buildings, streetscapes, open spaces, and more

When: Wednesday June 2, 2010 6:30PM-8:00PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Conference Rooms 2A/2B
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR
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Property owners, stakeholders and interested parties are invited to attend a community forum for the Rockwood Design Standards project. This project is intended to implement the vision for Rockwood by establishing an urban design framework and then creating regulations to ensure that the physical environment in Rockwood—its buildings, streetscapes, pedestrian environments and open spaces—match that vision for a quality place. The project regulations will also:

• Promote a sense of community and livability
• Identify elements of good building and site design
• Support the City's sustainability goals
• Address safety issues

This forum is intended to introduce the project, evaluate the draft principles and establish an urban form for the heart of Rockwood that will inform the development of design and policy recommendations. The evening will include an open house at 6:30, a presentation and large group discussion starting at 6:45, and small group work sessions to conclude the evening.

Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations Board Meeting Tuesday Jun 8, 2010 7:00PM

When: Tuesday Jun 8, 2010 7:00PM
Where: Gresham City Hall, Springwater Trail Room
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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Public welcome

The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations was formed to provide structure and support for the leadership of Gresham's neighborhood associations, enabling more effective cooperation among neighborhood associations in order to achieve desired outcomes. Goals of the Coalition include providing a public forum for the review and evaluation of issues and problems, providing education and information on specific areas such as land use, and providing a unified voice for the neighborhood associations.

The Coalition meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:00PM

Rockwood Design Standards, Urban Renewal Grant Refinements, Urban Renewal Capital Funding, Rockwood In Motion Status Update, 188th MAX Station Construction Staging Area License

When: Tuesday, May 4, 2010 6:00PM
Where: Council Chambers
Gresham Civic Center
Public Safety & Schools Building
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR
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The Gresham Redevelopment Commission will meet on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 4:00PM in the Council Chambers, Gresham Civic Center, Public Safety and Schools Building, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, Oregon.

The complete agenda packet is available on the City of Gresham web site, accessible from the this link: GRDC Agendas and Minutes

NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION

Immediately following adjournment of the 4:00PM public meeting announced above, the Gresham Redevelopment Commission will hold an Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) Real Property Transactions, ORS 192.660(2)(f) – Exempt Public Records, and ORS 192.660(2)(h) – Legal Counsel. Executive sessions are CLOSED to the public. Pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes, no information from this session shall be disclosed by the news media.

1st Annual Furniture Connexion Cruise-In & Car Show Come out for a day of fun, food, and cars! A benefit for Gresham Schools

When: Sunday May 23, 2010 1:00PM-5:00PM
Where: Furniture Connexion
18188 NE Wilkes Rd
Gresham OR
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JOIN US MAY 23rd - 1-5PM!

What a great way to raise money for Gresham Schools! This cruise-in/car show promises to bring out plenty of show cars, entertainment and food, so don't miss this event!

Special guests include in The Get A Life Again Band and the Shriners Clowns. Proceeds benefit participating Gresham High Schools. Help us support our students!

$10 Pre-Registration until May 17th. There will be a cut off after the first 100 cars are signed up so get your information to us soon! Day of registration is $12. Trophies will be awarded and we will host a High School Challenge! Raffles every hour!

*25 spots are reserved for students participating in the Challenge.

Sponsored by Multnomah Hot Rod Council and other local businesses.

GRDC Advisory Committee agenda: Rockwood Code Compliance, Rockwood Design Guidelines Project, Plaza del Sol Programming Work Group, Rockwood in Motion Project Update, Proposed Gresham Redevelopment Commission 5-Year Capital Improvement.

When: Wednesday May 12, 2010 7PM-9PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Oregon Trail Conference Center
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham OR
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On the agenda

Click here for Wednesday night's Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) Advisory Committee meeting agenda. This link takes you to the City of Gresham webpage that has the attachments and further meeting information.

It includes: Rockwood Code Compliance Report, Rockwood Design Guidelines Project Report, Plaza del Sol Programming Work Group Report, Rockwood in Motion Project Update, Proposed Gresham Redevelopment Commission 5-Year Capital Improvement, and more. You will find all of this under "agenda attachments" for the meeting on 5/12.