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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.

Inside this Issue...

• Gresham City Council Approves 2008 Work Plan
• Carbon Monoxide Can Be Deadly - Protect Yourself!
• Gresham Art Advisory Committee 2008 Juried Art Exhibit
• Have a Question? askGresham!
• Trainings, Workshops & Volunteer Opportunities
• Neighborhood News - Request for Articles
• Public Meeting Will Review Plans for 223rd Avenue Improvements
• Report Abandoned Shopping Carts

For more information contact City of Gresham Communications & Community Outreach, 1333 N.W. Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030 www.ci.gresham.or.us

The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations held its annual Election of Officers on Wednesday, January 9, 2008. The newly elected Board shared detailed plans for the coming year, and outlined the next few months scheduled presentations.

The Coalition meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 7:00PM in the Springwater Trail Room, Gresham City Hall, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030.

The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations was formed to provide structure and support for the leadership of Gresham's neighborhood associations

New plant opening 2009; to employ 35

Whitney Malkin, The Oregonian
whitneymalkin@news.oregonian.com

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality approved Owens Corning's revised plans to produce insulation in Gresham, granting the company a permit to finish construction and start production.

(WENA Editor: read Kimberly Howard, General Manager, Owens Corning Foam Insulation, Dec 2007 hearing statement here)

DEQ's decision last week comes after years of environmental controversy about the plant.

Come see why people say Carla's the "best candidate"!

Please join us to meet with Carla, talk with her on issues, and consider offering your support.

When: Thursday, January 17th, 5:30 pm.

Where: Park Place Coffee - 1288 SE 182nd

Carla Piluso, the current Police Chief for the City of Gresham, is running for Multnomah County Commissioner, District 4.

We believe that Carla's insight and well-rounded knowledge of East County issues makes Carla the best candidate to represent our interests.

Don't Miss This Final Opportunity...
Recycle Your Tree, Help Boy Scouts Troup 820 Too!

WHEN: 9:00AM - 4:00PM!

• Dec 29-30, 2007 Sat/Sun
• Jan 01, 2008 Tues
• Jan 05-06, 2008 Sat/Sun

WHERE: Two convenient locations!

• K/P Automative
  162nd & NE Halsey St
• Rite Aid Store
  181st & NE Glisan St

COST: Donations

Deliver your tree to one of the above locations.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up contact Jim at 503-669-0726

Final Weekend...
Recycle Your Tree, Help Boy Scouts Troup 820 Too!

WHEN: 9:00AM - 4:00PM!

• Dec 29-30, 2007 Sat/Sun
• Jan 01, 2008 Tues
• Jan 05-06, 2008 Sat/Sun

WHERE: Two convenient locations!

• K/P Automative
  162nd & NE Halsey St
• Rite Aid Store
  181st & NE Glisan St

COST: Donations

Deliver your tree to one of the above locations.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up contact Jim at 503-669-0726

Start the New Year Right...
Recycle Your Tree, Help Boy Scouts Troup 820 Too!

WHEN: 9:00AM - 4:00PM!

• Dec 29-30, 2007 Sat/Sun
• Jan 01, 2008 Tues
• Jan 05-06, 2008 Sat/Sunli>

WHERE: Two convenient locations!

• K/P Automative
  162nd & NE Halsey St
• Rite Aid Store
  181st & NE Glisan St

COST: Donations

Deliver your tree to one of the above locations.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up contact Jim at 503-669-0726

Best the Rush...
Recycle Your Tree, Help Boy Scouts Troup 820 Too!

WHEN: 9:00AM - 4:00PM!

• Dec 29-30, 2007 Sat/Sun
• Jan 01, 2008 Tues
• Jan 05-06, 2008 Sat/Sun

WHERE: Two convenient locations!

• K/P Automative
  162nd & NE Halsey St
• Rite Aid Store
  181st & NE Glisan St

COST: Donations

Deliver your tree to one of the above locations.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up contact Jim at 503-669-0726

Be The First On Your Block...
Recycle Your Tree, Help Boy Scouts Troup 820 Too!

WHEN: 9:00AM - 4:00PM!

• Dec 29-30, 2007 Sat/Sun
• Jan 01, 2008 Tues
• Jan 05-06, 2008 Sat/Sun

WHERE: Two convenient locations!

• K/P Automative
  162nd & NE Halsey St
• Rite Aid Store
  181st & NE Glisan St

COST: Donations

Deliver your tree to one of the above locations.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick-up contact Jim at 503-669-0726

Freeze the Grease, Save a Bundle

After big holiday meals, no one likes to be the one stuck doing clean-up. But if you aren't careful with leftover gravy, pan drippings and sauces a grease-clogged drain could end up costing you a bundle. To help combat the fat, City of Gresham’s Wastewater Services is offering a free “Freeze the Grease, Save the Drain Kit” to residents.