City of Gresham

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu Apr 07, 2016 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Barlow Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Transportation Subcommittee advises the Gresham City Council in the ongoing development of a comprehensive transportation network that will improve the safety and livability of Gresham.

For more information about this event contact Katherine Kelly at 503-618-2110 or Katherine.Kelly@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu Apr 07, 2016 6:30PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The purpose of this meeting will be to review the consolidated plan and annual action plan before going to Gresham City Council for approval in May 2016.

For more information about this event contact Laurie Wells at 503-618-2040 or Laurie.Wells@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu Apr 07, 2016 6PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Room 2B 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

Staff will present draft code language for the DCIP-8 project at the April 7, 2016 Community Forum. DCIP-8 is comprised of a diverse set of changes to the Development Code including select changes to the Design Review process, Home Occupations and the creation of new and updated definitions.

For more information about this event contact Ann Pytynia at 503-618-2859 or Ann.Pytynia@greshamoregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Thu Apr 07, 2016 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Room 2A 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy. Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Natural Resources and Sustainability Committee advises the Gresham City Council on policy development matters and actions related to the protection, restoration and enhancement of:

• Natural resources
• Watershed health
• Water quality
• Fish and wildlife habitat
• Urban tree canopy
• Provision of public health
• Development, improvement and expansion of city parks, trails, and green space for present and future generations

For more information about this event contact Keri Handaly at 503-618-2525 or Keri.Handaly@GreshamOregon.gov.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri Apr 08, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at H.B. Lee Middle School, 1121 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat Apr 09, 2016 8PM-12AM Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Avenue Gresham, OR Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Saturday nights at Friends of the Children at 424 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Sat Apr 09, 2016 9AM-11:30AM Where: Gresham Meadowlands near intersection of SE Paropa Avenue and SE Hale Drive Gresham, OR Get Map!

Join us to explore this restored wetland site and meet the resident amphibians and reptiles. Learn about identification, natural history, and conservation of Gresham’s diverse species.

This hands-on class is great for all ages. Dress for the weather. Rain boots or waders recommended. Light refreshments will be provided.

For more information about this event contact Ivy Watson at 503-618-2383 or Ivy.Watson@GreshamOregon.gov

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Mon Apr 11, 2016 6:30PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Springwater Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city.

For more information about this event contact Tammy Richardson, Planning Technician at 503-618-2401 or Tammy.Richardson@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Mon Apr 11, 2016 6PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Gresham Sister City Association is a volunteer-based non-profit that works in our local community in conjunction with our sister cities abroad to promote and strengthen our educational, economic and cultural ties and enrich the lives of our citizens by contributing to world peace and prosperity.

For more information about this event contact Aaron Abrams at 503-618-2482 or Aaron.Abrams@GreshamOregon.gov.

Coalition of Gresham Neighborhoods When: Tue Apr 12, 2016 7PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

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