When: Wed, Apr 10, 2019 7PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall
Conference Rm 2A & 2B
1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!
The Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee (GRDCAC) advises the Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) on the implementation of urban renewal plans. The GRDCAC meets as needed on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm, at Gresham City Hall Conference Center, Conference Rooms 2A and 2B, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway.
For questions about meeting agendas and minutes, or to receive meeting agendas, contact the Recording Secretary at 503-618-3208 or UrbanRenewal@GreshamOregon.gov.
When: Thu, Apr 11, 2019 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall
Conference Rm 2A and 2B
1333 NW Eastman Pky 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, Comprehensive Planning Manager at 503-618-2110 or Katherine.Kelly@GreshamOregon.gov.
When: Fri, Apr 12, 2019 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School
1121 NE 172nd Ave. 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).
When: Sat, Apr 13, 2019 7:30AM-11 am Where: Starts and ends at Gresham City Hall Get Map!
The Gresham Lilac Run presented by Unitus Community Credit Union is the Citys first 5K run/walk, 10K and half marathon event featuring courses highlighting beautiful trails and paths around scenic Gresham.
The Lilac Run starts and ends at Gresham City Hall.
Sign up before March 1 to guarantee a spot and event t-shirt.
Select "Register for the Run" for complete event information including: run fees, course maps, frequently asked questions, Lilac Run sign-up form, and volunteer information.
Little Lilac 1K Run
There is a free Little Lilac 1K run for children age 12 and younger.
The run starts at 10:00 am at Gresham City Hall.
Every participant must be accompanied by an adult.
All children signed up before March 31 receive a Little Lilac 1K run medal.
When: Tue, Apr 16, 2019 4PM-6PM Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1331 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!
The Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) meets as needed on the third Tuesday of the month immediately following adjournment of the 3:00 pm Gresham City Council meeting.
Meeting start time varies.
GRDC meetings allow necessary Rockwood-West Gresham Urban Renewal business to be dealt with, such as approval of projects, budget adoption, committee appointments, public hearings, resolutions, etc.
For more information, please contact Cecille Turley, Urban Renewal Program Technician, at 503-618-2545 or Cecille.Turley@GreshamOregon.gov.
When: Wed, Apr 17, 2019 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!
Round-trip travel: By MAX light rail
Distance: 2.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation gain: Nominal
Suggested donation per rider: $5 (under 65); $2.50 (65 and older)
We will ride MAX into Portland and begin the walk down the newly refurbished Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade. With any luck, the trees will be in bloom for this early spring outing. We will walk along the Willamette and cross the river on the Hawthorne Bridge and then walk along Governor Tom McCalls Waterfront Park. We will stop for lunch in a downtown Portland restaurant, and then complete the loop, crossing the Steel Bridge back to where we will catch MAX for the trip back to Gresham.
Park your car at the City Hall MAX station and then meet in Gresham City Hall to sign in. Please purchase your all-day MAX ticket in advance so that we can all board the train shortly after 9:00 AM. As always, dress for the weather.
For more information about this hike please contact Mary Ann Buck at 971-344-1946 or buckbanter@gmail.com.
Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.
When: Wed, Apr 17, 2019 6:30PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!
The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the city. The Commission assists in the development and application of design standards and guidelines, and will conduct hearings as necessary to ensure that proposed public and private projects achieve these standards.
When: Wed, Apr 17, 2019 6PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!
Learn about the most common garden and landscape weeds. Youll find out how these aggressive plants take over in your yard, and get tips that will help you get the upper hand without turning to synthetic herbicides.
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!
