Development

Wilkes East Land Use Update July 2024

By Greg Hartung
Land Use Co-Chair

Hello members of our Wilkes East Neighborhood Association.
The Wilkes East Neighborhood Association board regularly receives land use plans from the City of Gresham to notify us of land use projects within or proximity to the Wilkes East neighborhood boundaries.

Pre-Application PRE 23-00498: Early Neighborhood Notification of 2751 NE 181st Avenue & 2777-2789 NE 181st Avenue, Gresham, Oregon 97230. The owner is proposing to develop two (2) parcels with a new 7-Eleven 4-pump commercial truck commercial fueling station with a 30-foot by 68-foot canopy (approximately 18 feet tall).  Also included is a small, 13'x11'/135 square foot compressor shed. A pedestrian pathway is proposed from the new fueling island to the existing 7-Eleven store.  Access to the site will be via the existing driveway off NE 181st Avenue which will be widened to the south to accommodate larger trucks.  The northern approach will also be widened to allow for larger turning movements.

An exit-only will be constructed providing access for fueled trucks direct access onto NE 181st Avenue southbound (which has already been discussed and approved by City of Gresham transportation staff). The two existing lots may also be combined.

An Early Neighborhood Notification meeting will be tentatively scheduled for the week of July 29, 2024.

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Design review DR-23-00600, Location 17311 NE Halsey St, Portland Or 97230, proposal: Retroactive review of previous tree removal and approximately 25,000 square feet of outdoor storage area and conversion of parking to outdoor storage, plus new outdoor storage are of approximately 38,000 square feet. Applicant proposed a minor variance to exceed the maximum standard for outdoor storage by 20%. The proposed includes past and future removal of 111 regulated trees.
Wilkes East Neighborhood Association submitted public comments regarding the tree removal. They acknowledged the need for some tree removal to allow for business expansion but described the requested amount of tree removal as “excessive.” They described several benefits which mature trees provide to the urban landscape and noted their importance as a fixture of the Wilkes East Neighborhood.
Staff response Staff agree with the many benefits provided by mature trees as described by the Neighborhood Association. Preservation of mature trees is a goal of the City of Gresham. The City is presently revising the Tree Regulations in the Community Development Code to better reflect community values. While the tree removal associated with this application is significant, the applicant proposes to retain and protect 142 mature trees on site. The applicant does not propose removing more than the necessary number of trees to accommodate the proposed expansion of their outdoor storage area.

Staff find that reasonable efforts have been made to retain mature trees where possible and that the applicant’s proposal meets the standards for Type II Tree Removal in Section 9.1000
All documents are also available online [link: https://greshamor-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home].
If you have any questions about the decision, please contact Emily Langston at Emily.Langston@GreshamOregon.gov.

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Permit number BLDC-21-05690 Taco Bell New Build 181St. Location 2309 NE 181st Ave, Gresham, Or 97230. Land clearing and construction is underway for a new Taco Bell with drive through. The developer had disputed the Pedestrian ADA access ramp to 181st citing that the property does not have 181st frontage and pedestrian traffic is negligible.

Landscaping requirement exceptions for 6 new trees that conflicted with overhead utilities was considered in lieu of a Tree Fund Contribution of $600 per tree. ODOT would not allow trees to be planted on the adjacent ODOT owned property.

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For these and other public records, you can visit the City of Gresham, OR
website: https://greshamor-energovweb.tylerhost.net. You do not need to create or register an account with online services to access project files.

To search for project files and public records: Click on the search icon.
In the screen that loads, type in the Plan case number in the search field and click on the search button. The page will reload with the results of the search, including highlighted direct links to cases. Click on the highlighted link for the Plan case. In the page that loads, click on the Attachments tab to view project files.

You can also view detailed instructions on how to search for public records at: https://greshamoregon.gov/workarea/DownloadAsset.aspx?id=13448M.

If you have any questions about accessing the files online or any projects, please contact PlanningTech@GreshamOregon.gov

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Spring 2024 Newsletter here!

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Spring 2024 Newsletter here! Wilkes East Neighborhood, Gresham Oregon USA. Diversity, Harmony, Community- Together 'WE' can make a difference.

Spring 2024 Newsletter

"Diversity, Harmony, Community -
Together 'WE' can make a difference!”


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Spring 2024 Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

  • Outdoor School for 6th Grade Students
  • Wilkes East Land Use Update
  • Rockwood Greenspace Now
  • Try The MyGresham App
  • Street Sweeping, 4th Wed, Mar-Nov

Download your copy here. (includes active web links)

¡Descargue nuestro boletín en español aquí!. (incluye enlaces web activos)

Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our general meetings.

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Got a story or tip to share?
Wilkes East residents are encouraged to submit articles and tips for the newsletter. Articles should be limited to 300-400 words and may be subject to editing. Include a related photo. Send by email to chair@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: 17104 NE Oregon St • Portland OR 97230.

Volunteers Needed
Newsletters are hand-delivered to Wilkes East residents and businesses by neighborhood volunteers. There are always routes that need delivery people. Routes are small and many. We can always use your help.
To volunteer contact chair@wilkeseastna.org.

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Summer 2023 Newsletter here!

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Summer 2023 Newsletter here! Wilkes East Neighborhood, Gresham Oregon USA. Diversity, Harmony, Community- Together 'WE' can make a difference.

Summer 2023 Newsletter

"Diversity, Harmony, Community -
Together 'WE' can make a difference!”


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Summer 2023 Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

  • Rockwood Urban Renewal B188
  • Wilkes East Land Use Update
  • Climate Action Plan workshop
  • Reynolds Schools Start & End Times
  • WENA Summer Meeting August 14th

Download your copy here. (includes active web links)

¡Descargue nuestro boletín en español aquí!. (incluye enlaces web activos)

Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our general meetings.

View archive   |   Policy & Ad Rates

Got a story or tip to share?
Wilkes East residents are encouraged to submit articles and tips for the newsletter. Articles should be limited to 300-400 words and may be subject to editing. Include a related photo. Send by email to chair@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: 17104 NE Oregon St • Portland OR 97230.

Volunteers Needed
Newsletters are hand-delivered to Wilkes East residents and businesses by neighborhood volunteers. There are always routes that need delivery people. Routes are small and many. We can always use your help.
To volunteer contact chair@wilkeseastna.org.

Wilkes East Neighborhood, 2023 Spring Meeting: Mon Mar 13, 2023 7PM-9PM

03/13/2023 - 7:00pm
03/13/2023 - 9:00pm
Etc/GMT-8
Wilkes East Neighborhood 2023 Spring Meeting: Mon Mar 13, 2023 7PM-9PM. Everyone's invited! Join your Neighbors. Get involved. Make a difference! Moose Lodge, 16411 NE Halsey. Info here!

Watch for these red & white Meeting Signs the week before our meeting.

Spring Meeting Notice

When: Mon Mar 13, 2023 7PM-9PM
Where: Moose Lodge
16411 NE Halsey St
Get Map!

Everyone's Invited

Join Your Neighbors. Get involved. Make a difference!

Save the date
Be sure to save Monday Mar 13th at 7PM for the Wilkes East Neighborhood 2023 Spring Meeting being held at the Moose Lodge, 16411 NE Halsey St

Agenda

  • Election of 2023 WENA Board
  • Jessica Harper, Community Services Manager, City of Gresham
    Homeless Services
  • Michael Gonzales, Neighborhood &
    Community Engagement Manager, City of Gresham
  • Lucy Harden
    WeShine Village Update
  • Janet Unruh
    , Urban Forestery in Gresham
  • Neighborhood news and more!

Download the Fall 2023 meeting minutes here!

Become a Board Member!   Are you motivated, passionate, creative?
You can become a Member-at-Large at any time? Being a Board Member is a great opportunity and experience for any neighbor whether you’ve been on a board before or you're considering the idea for the first time. No experience required. Contact any board member. Get involved! Make a difference!

Who should attend?
Participation is open to all residents who live, own property or a business, organization, church or government agency within our boundaries

Be Part Of Your Community. Plan To Attend.

The Wilkes East Neighborhood is located in the northwest corner of the City of Gresham, Oregon, and is one of Gresham's sixteen neighborhoods. Wilkes East Neighborhood borders are roughly NE Sandy Blvd to the north, NE 181st Ave to the east, NE Glisan St to the south, and NE 162nd Ave to the west. Get map!.


Wilkes East Neighborhood Meeting Signs. Info here!

Watch for these red & white Meeting Signs the week before our meeting. The signs were purchased with assistance of the City of Gresham Neighborhood Grant Program, and with volunteer hours to set them out and retrieve them. Signs Now NW also made a generous contribution to this project.

Mark your calendar. See you there!

Questions or comments?
Contact Wilkes East Neighborhood by email at info@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: Wilkes East Neighborhood, 17104 NE Oregon St, Portland Oregon 97230

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Spring 2023 Newsletter here!

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Spring 2023 Newsletter here! Wilkes East Neighborhood, Gresham Oregon USA. Diversity, Harmony, Community- Together 'WE' can make a difference.

Spring 2023 Newsletter

"Diversity, Harmony, Community -
Together 'WE' can make a difference!”


alt=Read it now!

Spring 2023 Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

  • New Play Structure Nadaka Park
  • City Replaces LED Streetlights
  • Urban Forestry in Gresham
  • Caught on Camera
  • WENA Board Elections March 13th

Download your copy here. (includes active web links)

¡Descargue nuestro boletín en español aquí!. (incluye enlaces web activos)

Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our general meetings.

View archive   |   Policy & Ad Rates

Got a story or tip to share?
Wilkes East residents are encouraged to submit articles and tips for the newsletter. Articles should be limited to 300-400 words and may be subject to editing. Include a related photo. Send by email to chair@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: 17104 NE Oregon St • Portland OR 97230.

Volunteers Needed
Newsletters are hand-delivered to Wilkes East residents and businesses by neighborhood volunteers. There are always routes that need delivery people. Routes are small and many. We can always use your help.
To volunteer contact chair@wilkeseastna.org.

Wilkes East Neighborhood, 2022 Fall Meeting: Mon Nov 14, 2022 7PM-9PM

11/14/2022 - 7:00pm
11/14/2022 - 9:00pm
Etc/GMT-8
Wilkes East Neighborhood 2022 Fall Meeting: Mon Nov 14, 2022 7PM-9PM. Everyone's invited! Join your Neighbors. Get involved. Make a difference! Columbia View Park, 1000 NE 169th Ave. Info here!

Watch for these red & white Meeting Signs the week before our meeting.

Fall Meeting Notice

When: Mon Nov 14, 2022 7PM-9PM
Where: Columbia View Wesleyan Church
16700 NE Halsey St
Get Map!

Everyone's Invited

Join Your Neighbors. Get involved. Make a difference!

Save the date
Be sure to save Monday Nov 14th at 7PM for the Wilkes East Neighborhood 2022 Fall Meeting being held at Columbia View Wesleyan Church, 16700 NE Halsey St

Agenda

  • Jay Higgins, Gresham Transportation
    "Rumble Bumps" for NE 172nd Avenue
  • Member of Gresham Planning Commission, Gresham Transportation
    New Apartments/Other Housing Parking Availability
  • Joan Ablertson & Linda Parashos
    Gresham CVIPs
  • Greg Hartung
    Land Use Co-Chair of Wilkes East NA
  • Election of 2023 WENA Board
  • Neighborhood news and more!

Download the August 2022 meeting minutes here!

Become a Board Member!   Are you motivated, passionate, creative?
You can become a Member-at-Large at any time? Being a Board Member is a great opportunity and experience for any neighbor whether you’ve been on a board before or you're considering the idea for the first time. No experience required. Contact any board member. Get involved! Make a difference!

Who should attend?
Participation is open to all residents who live, own property or a business, organization, church or government agency within our boundaries

Be Part Of Your Community. Plan To Attend.

The Wilkes East Neighborhood is located in the northwest corner of the City of Gresham, Oregon, and is one of Gresham's sixteen neighborhoods. Wilkes East Neighborhood borders are roughly NE Sandy Blvd to the north, NE 181st Ave to the east, NE Glisan St to the south, and NE 162nd Ave to the west. Get map!.


Wilkes East Neighborhood Meeting Signs. Info here!

Watch for these red & white Meeting Signs the week before our meeting. The signs were purchased with assistance of the City of Gresham Neighborhood Grant Program, and with volunteer hours to set them out and retrieve them. Signs Now NW also made a generous contribution to this project.

Mark your calendar. See you there!

Questions or comments?
Contact Wilkes East Neighborhood by email at info@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: Wilkes East Neighborhood, 17104 NE Oregon St, Portland Oregon 97230

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Summer 2022 Newsletter here!

Download the Wilkes East Neighborhood Summer 2022 Newsletter here! Wilkes East Neighborhood, Gresham Oregon USA. Diversity, Harmony, Community- Together 'WE' can make a difference.

Summer 2022 Newsletter

"Diversity, Harmony, Community -
Together 'WE' can make a difference!”


alt=Read it now!

Summer 2022 Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

  • Adding Livability through Walking
  • Summer 2022 Weather Outlook
  • Meet Gresham’s New Police Chief
  • New Bike Route In Wilkes East
  • Citizen Volunteers in Policing

Download your copy here. (includes active web links)

Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our general meetings.

View archive   |   Policy & Ad Rates

Got a story or tip to share?
Wilkes East residents are encouraged to submit articles and tips for the newsletter. Articles should be limited to 300-400 words and may be subject to editing. Include a related photo. Send by email to chair@wilkeseastna.org, or by postal mail to: 17104 NE Oregon St • Portland OR 97230.

Volunteers Needed
Newsletters are hand-delivered to Wilkes East residents and businesses by neighborhood volunteers. There are always routes that need delivery people. Routes are small and many. We can always use your help.
To volunteer contact chair@wilkeseastna.org.

Design Commission Meeting: Wed, Apr 06, 2022 6:30PM-8PM

04/06/2022 - 6:30pm
04/06/2022 - 8:00pm
Etc/GMT-8
Design Commission Meeting: Wed, Apr 06, 2022 6:30PM-8PM. Get involved, Make a difference. Info here!

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Wed, Apr 06, 2022 6:30PM-
Where: Online meeting via Zoom

How to attend the meeting

  • For meeting log-in/call-in information, please see the meeting agenda on the Design Commission page.
  • If you are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, you may contact Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours in advance of the meeting so the City can provide alternate arrangements.

How to provide testimony

  • To testify during a Design Commission meeting, provide testimony in writing to Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours before the meeting to allow the testimony to be forwarded to the Design Commission.
  • If you are unable to provide written comments in advance, or are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, notify Carrie Osborn 24 hours in advance of the meeting so we can provide alternate arrangements.

General meeting information

The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the City.

For more information about this event, contact Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov.

Planning Commission Meeting: Mon, Apr 11, 2022 6:30PM-8:30PM

04/11/2022 - 6:30pm
04/11/2022 - 8:30pm
Etc/GMT-8
Planning Commission Meeting: Mon, Apr 11, 2022 6:30PM-8:30PM. Get involved, Make a difference. Info here!

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Mon, Apr 11, 2022 6:30PM-8:30PM
Where: Online meeting via Zoom

How to attend the meeting

  • For meeting log-in/call-in information, please see the meeting agenda on the Planning Commission page.
  • If you are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, you may contact Amanda Lunsford at Amanda.Lunsford@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours in advance of the meeting so the City can provide alternate arrangements.

How to provide testimony

  • To testify during a Planning Commission meeting, provide testimony in writing to Amanda Lunsford at Amanda.Lunsford@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours before the meeting to allow the testimony to be forwarded to the Planning Commission.
  • If you are unable to provide written comments in advance, or are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, notify Amanda Lunsford 24 hours in advance of the meeting so we can provide alternate arrangements.

General meeting information

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

For more information about this event, contact Amanda Lunsford at Amanda.Lunsford@GreshamOregon.gov.

Design Commission Meeting: Wed, Apr 20, 2022 6:30PM-

04/20/2022 - 6:30pm
04/20/2022 - 8:30pm
Etc/GMT-8
Design Commission Meeting: Wed, Apr 20, 2022 6:30PM-. Get involved, Make a difference. Info here!

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Wed, Apr 20, 2022 6:30PM-
Where: Online meeting via Zoom
Get Map!

How to attend the meeting

  • For meeting log-in/call-in information, please see the meeting agenda on the Design Commission page.
  • If you are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, you may contact Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours in advance of the meeting so the City can provide alternate arrangements.

How to provide testimony

  • To testify during a Design Commission meeting, provide testimony in writing to Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov 24 hours before the meeting to allow the testimony to be forwarded to the Design Commission.
  • If you are unable to provide written comments in advance, or are unable to access the meeting via Zoom, notify Carrie Osborn 24 hours in advance of the meeting so we can provide alternate arrangements.

General meeting information

The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the City.

For more information about this event, contact Carrie Osborn at Carrie.Osborn@GreshamOregon.gov.

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