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Greetings!
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"The most noteworthy thing about gardeners is that
they are always optimistic, always enterprising, and
never satisfied. They always look forward to doing
something better than they have ever done before."
~Vita Sackville-West |
Big-time Lunch Tour
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What is the SE Uplift BLT? Well, it is a fantastic excuse for the SE Uplift staff to do two of our favorite things: eat lunch and explore your neighborhood! We have been alphabetically eating our way through the coalition, one neighborhood at a time. The BLT provides an opportunity for us to become better acquainted with each of our wonderful neighborhoods. Each neighborhood offers a unique history and special charm which reflects the collective character of it's residents. We hope you can join us when we are in your neighborhood! Read about our visit to Montavilla on March 4th! 2010 BLT Tour Dates!
4/1: Mount Tabor
4/15: North Tabor
4/29: Reed
5/13: Richmond
5/27: Sellwood Moreland (SMILE)
6/10: South Tabor
6/24: Sunnyside
7/8: Woodstock
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Neighborhood News
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The SE Portland Tool Library (SEPTL) welcomes you from 10:00 am and 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 20th to enjoy coffee, tea and delicious pastries as you make your way through the library. Meet members, neighbors and volunteers - donate tools, share time and foster great ideas! Learn about SEPTL services and needs, and participate in getting the library ready to open in May! Located at St. David's Episcopal Church, 2800 SE Harrison.
Oaks Bottom Habitat Enhancement Project 60% Design Public Open House:
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
SMILE Station, 8210 SE 13th Avenue, Portland
SE Uplift Coalition Neighborhoods Spring Clean-Up SCHEDULE
Clean out your basement, empty out your attic, get to know your neighbors and support your neighborhood association!
 APNBA $2000 SUMMER GRANT ANNOUNCED
· The maximum grant will be $2,000 per business district. · The grant request will be shorter, with more check boxes and less blank space. · There will be much less paperwork. · The budgeting up front will be less detailed. · The process from announcement to funding will be shorter · Approval of proposals will happen by mid April.
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| Sustainability |
Last year's Solarize Portland effort resulted in 120 homeowners working together to build a 350kW clean energy power plant (equal to taking 650 cars off the road) right here on the roofs of SE Portland!
Southeast Uplift and Imagine Energy are partnering again to offer Solarize SE, Phase II! Don't miss this amazing opportunity to be part of the solution. Connect with us at one of the upcoming free workshops. If you have comments or questions, contact SE Uplift's Sustainability Coordinator, Tim O'Neal at tim@southeastuplift.org or 503-232-0010 x 313.
Fix-It Fairs offer money-saving solutions and educational opportunities to you and your family while emphasizing healthy, environmentally friendly homes and gardens. Fix-it fairs are hosted by the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. Join your neighbors and talk to the experts about how to spend less and stay healthy! More Here!
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Land Use
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 Portland Plan Phase II
The Portland Plan will be the City's road map for the next 25 years, guiding our direction as the city grows and changes. We face some real challenges, and our response to those challenges will create the Portland of 2035 - the city of our children and grandchildren. Whether you're new to the Portland Plan or you participated in Phase I, we want to hear your ideas and dig deeper into the issues that Portland faces. So get involved. Southeast: April 26, 6:30-9 pm at the Central Catholic High School, Cafeteria 2401 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214 More information HERE. The Tree Project Proposal will provide an opportunity for the City Council to establish a clear "tree policy" for the City. The Tree Project also provides an opportunity for Council to further recognize adopted urban forestry policies and watershed goals while bringing the Cityʼs codes into alignment with those policies and goals. For more information, click HERE.
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File Your Taxes Free Online
To be eligible for free federal and state income tax filing with the Beehive, you need:
- Earned income in 2009 of $57,000 or less
- A valid email address
- A valid Social Security Number/Individual Taxpayer Identification #. For more information check the Beehive.
OMSI After Dark
Event date: Mar 31 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Explore the wonders of OMSI with no kids in sight! This month's event features our newest exhibit, Space: A Journey To Our Future, demos and activities, such as Stoopid Beer Tricks and Science on a Sphere, star gazing with Rose City Astronomers (weather permitting), and $3 planetarium shows, Starry Nights LIVE! And Laser Michael Jackson. Admission is free for members and $10 for non-members.
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City / County News
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Fill out the 2010 Census!Read more HERE or click HERE to participate in the 2010 Census! Everybody counts! Public Involvement Advisory Council is currently recruiting for Five Community spots! Apply by April 16, 2010. Specifically we are looking for members that can
bring forward the perspectives of at least one of the following
communities: Elder, Persons with Disabilities, Youth, Business, At-Large. Click HERE for more information and/or to take the PIAC survey. ONI Crime Prevention Update:
ONI Crime Prevention is having a training on Problem Solving and Liquor Establishments on Wednesday, March 31st from 6:30-8:00pm in the community room at the PPB Traffic Division at 4735 E Burnside. RSVP by 3/26 to Kelly Ball at 503-823-9666.
Career Fair - Diversity Employment DayMultnomah County Library Events, Classes, Workshops
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Thank you for your support!
To dontate to SE Uplift, send a check to 3534 SE Main Street,
Portland, OR 97214 or visit our website.
Your donations help sponsor community volunteers
and citizen participation in your neighborhood!
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