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West- Northwest Coalition promotes direct participation in grassroots democracy
by supporting community efforts at the neighborhood level. Our services advance
the voices of our constituent Neighborhood Associations as they strive to
create livable, sustainable & equitable communities.
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Activist e-News
August 2011 |
Greetings Neighbors,
Now that Portland has finally warmed up a little, we hope you're out and about enjoying the sunny days and pleasant evenings. If you're coming back from vacation, read on to catch up on what your neighbors are doing, how you can get involved in your community, and what to look forward to in the month ahead. |
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Mayor Presents Parking Plan to NWDA Board
 Mayor Sam Adams will present the proposed NW District Parking Plan at the September NWDA Board Meeting. This plan consists of a combination of permit parking areas and parking meters. The meeting will be Monday, September 19, 2011, 6:00-8:00 pm, Legacy Good Samaritan Auditorium, Medical Building 2, 1st floor. The parking presentation will be from approximately 6:30-7:30pm. The meeting is open to the public.
The NWDA will be collecting non-perishable food to benefit Northwest Portland Ministries food bank at this meeting. Please bring your canned goods and learn more about the possible changes to on-street parking in NW Portland.
For more about NW parking and transportation issues and information about other NWDA meetings, visit the NWDA website.
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Summer Bike-In Movie at Wallace Park
It's like a drive-in movie, but without the cars, and with grass instead of a parking lot. Come to Wallace Park on Saturday, September 3, 2011, to watch Gulliver's Travels (2010). The Beaver Boogie Band will be performing at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk. This is a family-friendly event with bike and kid activities. Sponsors include Umpqua Bank, REI, and Portland Parks and Recreation. For more information or to volunteer on movie night, email Tanya March.
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NWNW Coffee Klatch Series
Join your neighbors to share ideas and information in a series of informal conversations. Share your vision and past successes with local activists across neighborhood boundaries. Learn tips from others addressing similar topics in nearby communities. Our first gathering will address emergency planning and risk reduction.
Emergency Preparedness Coffee KlatchDate: Wednesday, September 14, 2011 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Place: MacTarnahan's Taproom, 2730 NW 31st Avenue See the Neighbors West-Northwest website for information about upcoming coffee klatches and topics. New topics will be announced each quarter.
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Pearl Party Celebrates 20th Anniversary
On September 16, NW 13th Avenue will be transformed yet again, as the Annual Pearl Party fundraiser celebrates its twentieth year. Sample free food from the Pearl's fine restaurants, and quaff beer and wine from local breweries and wineries at the free bar (donations encouraged). Enjoy live music and a raffle of donated gift items and services from Pearl District merchants. The Pearl Party is the PDNA's major fundraising event, and funds are returned directly to the community in the form of neighborhood improvement projects. Come out to the Pearl Party, and have a great time with your neighbors and coworkers.
Date: Friday, September 16
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Place: NW 13th Ave. between NW Hoyt & Irving
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Linnton Photovoice Project
 Get a glimpse of Linnton through the eyes of the people who live there. As part of the Linnton Action Model, residents took part in a PhotoVoice project - a participatory grassroots tool that incorporates photography and social action. Residents of all ages were given the opportunity to take photos and write stories about issues that affect their community.
The Portland neighborhood of Linnton borders the Portland Harbor Superfund site, is relatively isolated from the rest of Portland, and has been impacted by industrial development and the expansion of Highway 30. The PhotoVoice project reveals both residents' concerns and their commitment to community revitalization efforts as they address local social, economic, and environmental issues, as well as matters of accessibility, health and safety.
The project will be on display September 15th at the historical former Linnton Plywood Mill site. For more information, contact Dawn Hanson, Oregon Health Authority. This project was organized by Linnton residents; the Oregon Health Authority; Gunderson, LLC; and the Linnton Neighborhood Association.
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2011
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Place: Linnton Plywood Mill Site, 10504 NW St Helens Rd (Behind the Linnton Community Center)
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Emergency Prep Resource Fair for the Pearl
A natural or human-caused disaster could happen at any time. Recognizing that many of the residential buildings and businesses in the "mixed use" Pearl District do not have Emergency Preparedness Plans in place, the PDNA Livability Committee has organized an Emergency Preparedness Workshop & Resource Fair for the neighborhood at large. Presentations and materials will help you tailor a plan to fit your business or living situation, with take-away information on Evacuation Systems for High-Rise Buildings, Small Business Emergency Planning, Family Disaster Plans, EP for Special Needs Individuals, Ready-Set-Go for Children, Caring for Animals, Emergency Supplies Kits, and more.
Save the date and download a flyer to post in your building or place of business. Everyone is invited to attend.
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2011
Time: Registration - 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Presentations and Resources - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Place: Ecotrust Conference Center, 721 NW Ninth Ave
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Cornell Road Sustainability Planning
Are you concerned with the impacts caused by excessive commuter traffic along the Cornell Corridor as it passes through Forest Park? If so, come join the planning efforts of the Cornell Road Sustainability Coalition (CRSC). We are working to define, recommend and implement a strategy to remedy the negative effects generated by the substantial and increasing use of NW Cornell Road as an alternate to U.S. Route 26 (Sunset Highway).
Rather than simply creating limitations on commuter traffic, our advocates strive to find an inclusive solution that benefits all stakeholders and can be used as a model for future sustainable
planning methods. Find more information online at the NWNW website, or contact Peter Stark, 503 274-4111.
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2011
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Place: The Audubon Society of Portland, 5151 NW Cornell Road
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NWNW Community Grants Program Need funding for your community project? A new cycle for the Neighborhood Small Grant and Graffiti Abatement Grand Programs will begin on September 1st. Applications will them be available online. Attend our grantwriting workshop to learn more about our grant programs and NWNW priorities, and how to improve your project to fit the grant program. Date: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Place: Legacy Good Samaritan, North & South Conference Room, 1040 NW 22nd Avenue Information about the Neighbors West-Northwest Parks and Recreation fund is also available online.
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PHLUSH Announces Portland Sanitation Tours Find out what goes on behind the scenes with wastewater. PHLUSH (Public Hygiene Lets Us Stay Human) has organized a series of expert led tours to offer citizens knowledge to influence sound budget and policy decisions regarding urban sanitation and sewers. The first tour is at the Living Machine at the new Port of Portland headquarters at the airport, Wednesday, September 28, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Take the MAX and meet at 7200 NE Airport Way. The tours are open to the public but space is limited. Email info@phlush.org if you would like to participate. See the PHLUSH calendar for information on upcoming tours.
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Fall Leaf Removal Update
 Falling leaves may seem far away, but if you live in a leaf collection zone, it's not too early to start thinking ahead. Between November and mid-December the city removes leaves in designated areas for pedestrian, bike and car safety, and to prevent flooding caused by clogged drains.
In 2010, the Portland Bureau of Transportation started collecting a fee for this service. Fees will still apply this year, but you can look forward to improved service and better communication tools. Check PBOT's leaf removal website for news and updates. This year you will be able to pay or opt out of the service online. Check back to determine if you are in a leaf service zone and when your leaf day pick up is scheduled - zone boundaries have changed. Send any questions to leafday@portlandoregon.gov.
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Thank you for reading our August e-Newsletter. Please pass it on to others that may be interested, or encourage them to sign up.
Brought to you courtesy of
NEIGHBORS WEST-NORTHWEST
Coalition of Twelve Westside Neighborhoods
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