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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
September 2011 |
Greetings Neighbors,
September is National Preparedness Month. It's important to have an emergency plan, not just for your home, but for your community. In a disaster, it's often neighbors who are able to help each other before first responders make it to the scene. Read on to learn about opportunities to get involved in preparedness in your community. |
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Emergency Readiness in Your Neighborhood
"80% of all rescues in an earthquake are done by your neighbors." - James Roddey, Oregon Dept. of Geology
Roddey's words could apply to any type of disaster, which is why it's important to get to know your neighbors and have an emergency plan. Here's a roundup of some of the emergency preparedness work being done in our community:
Let us know about emergency planning in your neighborhood, or contact Angela Southwick if you want to get involved in a preparedness project.
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Celebrate a Slice of Slabtown History
Celebrate northwest Portland neighborhood history at the Slabtown Festival, Saturday, September 17 from 11am-6pm. The Festival will be held in the parking lot of the Multnomah County Library located at NW 23rd and Thurman. The NWDA table at the Festival will feature emergency planning information for residences, a sample of an emergency kit and children's activities. Learn more about the festival here.
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Washington Park & Zoo Parking Workshop
 Changes are coming to the Oregon Zoo. Come to this workshop and find out how the zoo's 20-year master plan aims to address long-standing issues with parking, traffic and access. Earlier this year, residents in the Arlington Heights and Sylvan-Highlands neighborhoods had the opportunity to meet with the Washington Park Alliance (directors of the Portland Children's Museum, Hoyt Arboretum, Portland Japanese Garden, World Forestry Center and Oregon Zoo, plus liaisons from TriMet and Portland Parks & Recreation) and parking consultant Rick Williams to learn about the WPA's strategies, see plans for the required redesign of the zoo's main parking lot, and to give their input on concerns associated with Washington Park attractions and their impact on the surrounding community.
This workshop will follow up on that and other discussions between the WPA, residents and neighborhood committee chairs, giving neighbors an update on progress, the Oregon Zoo's current plans, and the strategies the WPA is considering for managing traffic and parking concerns.
For more information, contact Marcia Sinclair, 503 525-4200, or go to www.oregonmetro.gov/betterzoo.
Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Time: 6:00 PM
Place: Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Vista Room
(on the lower level of the Cascade Grill)
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| Swift Watch Returns to Chapman School
 Vaux's Swifts have returned to NW Portland as a stopover on their fall migration south. During most evenings in September, the swifts put on a spectacular display as they gather to roost in Chapman Elementary School's chimney. The school is located at 1445 NW 26th Ave. The gathering starts just before dusk. Please visit the Portland Audubon Society website for more information including transportation recommendations and community mindfulness tips.
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Meetings and Event Reminders
Arlington Heights Neighborhood Potluck and Annual Meeting
Sunday, September 18, 3:00 p.m.
Hoyt Arboretum's Stevens Pavilion Picnic Shelter
Annual neighborhood board elections will be held
NWDA Board Meeting: Mayor Adams' Parking Presentation
Monday, September 19, 6:00 p.m.
Legacy Good Samaritan Auditorium, Medical Building 2, 1st floor
1040 NW 22nd Avenue
Mayor Sam Adams will present the city's proposed Northwest District parking plan. The presentation is expected to go from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Linnton PhotoVoice Project
Exhibit showing September 21 through October 31, Coho Theater Lobby, next to Neighbors-West Northwest, 2257 NW Raleigh Ave., then through the month of December at New Seasons Arbor Lodge, 6400 N Interstate Ave.
Through words and images, members of the Linnton area dramatically illustrate their concerns about their community and commitment to its revitalization.
NWNW Grantwriting Workshop
Thursday, September 22, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Legacy Good Samaritan Auditorium, North and South Conference Room, 1040 NW 22nd Avenue
Attend this workshop to learn more about the NWNW Neighborhood Small Grant Program and receive feedback on how to improve your project to fit the grant program.
PHLUSH tour of the Living Machine
Wednesday, September 28, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Port of Portland
7200 NE Airport Way
Visit the PHLUSH website or contact info@phlush.org for more details.
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NWNW Coffee Klatch Series: Sustainability
Sustainability is a buzzword these days, but what does it mean at a community level? Find out what you and your neighborhood can do to promote sustainability. Bring your ideas and your questions. Share your vision and past successes. Learn from neighbors starting and continuing great projects. Light appetizers will be served; prepare to buy your beverage and a meal if desired. Space is limited and RSVP strongly encouraged. Contact Alison Wallisch. Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Place: Goose Hollow Inn, 1927 SW Jefferson St
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Curbside Composting Starts Next Month
 Starting October 31st, most Portland residents will be able to add food scraps, along with yard debris, to their green Portland Composts! roll carts. With the new service, instead of throwing away things like meat, dairy, bones and grains, residents will be able to send food scraps to local composting facilities where they will be turned into a nutrient-rich compost for fertilizing yards and gardens.
Collection of the green roll carts will increase to weekly, and garbage collection will change to every other week. Other recycling will continue with weekly collection. These changes apply to all single-family households and buildings with four or fewer units.
For more information visit the Portland Composts! website, or contact Barbara Adamski, 503-823-8753.
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Free Consulting for Your Community ProjectDo you have an idea to build community, create a more vibrant neighborhood, or a project that will benefit the community as a whole? Community Outreach of Our United Villages offers free consultation and brainstorming to individuals and groups working to make a positive difference in their community or neighborhood. They can help link you to other people or groups working on similar projects or identify community resources that will help bring your idea to fruition. Individuals, volunteer groups or non-profits with new or existing projects and ideas are eligible. Visit their website to learn more about Consultation and Brainstorming Sessions, find out if you are eligible and request a consultation online. You can also call 503 546-7499 or email outreach@ourunitedvillages.org.
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Save the Date
PHLUSH tour of Columbia Blvd Wastewater Treatment Plant
Wednesday, October 19, 11:30 a.m.
5001 N Columbia Blvd
Visit the PHLUSH website or contact info@phlush.org for more details
Polish the Pearl
Saturday, October 22, 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meet at Peet's Coffee, 1114 NW Couch
Volunteers will form teams to pick up litter, working alongside the Graffiti Busters to restore lustre to the Pearl.
Pre-register here.
Building Leaders, Building Your Board: Best Practices for Effective Neighborhood Associations
Thursday, October 27, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Legacy Good Samaritan, Wistar Morris Room
1015 NW 22nd Ave
RSVP will open September 28. See our website for more details.
October is National Crime Prevention Awareness Month
October is the official month for recognizing the practice of crime prevention, as well as promoting awareness of important issues
such as victimization, volunteerism, and creating safer, more connected communities. Watch for more information about events planned by the Office of Neighborhood Involvement Crime Prevention Program and their public safety partners.
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Thank you for reading our September 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
www.nwnw.org |
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