Community Involvement
Video: Jeff paints at Jason Lee School in Northeast
See the pictures at Jeff's Flickr page or at Jeff's Facebook page.
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» November 18, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Outer NE
Weekend volunteering at Jason Lee Elementary
Jeff spend his Saturday painting Jason Lee Elementary with 40 other volunteers from Hands on Greater Portland. In three short hours, all these folks got two hallways and an office painted. It was a wonderful team effort that included City Commissioner Nick Fish and his staff, the Lincoln HS Service Team, and the volunteer group from PERS. It was a great time had by all and we can't wait until the next project. Check out the pictures on Flickr and Facebook.
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» November 17, 2008 - 2 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Outer NE
Kenton Thanksgiving fun!
Proper's Annual Thanksgiving Feast
Place: Po'Shine's Cafe: 8139 N Denver at Kilpatrick Street
Time: Noon - 4PM Dinner is served
8:30 AM - Annual Turkey Bowl football at Kenton Park
PROPER's 8th Annual Thanksgiving Feast, always vegetarian-option and family friendly. Featuring national storyteller/performing artists Anne-Louise Sterry, and more.
For more information, click here: properusa.org
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» November 14, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland
Temporary restaurant licenses required for holiday events
Churches and organizations sponsoring holiday events that serve food to the public must obtain a “benevolent” temporary restaurant license from Multnomah County Health Department. Each year, county health inspectors advise and consult with hundreds of churches, schools, and other nonprofit organizations, known as benevolent organizations. Oregon state law requires temporary restaurant licenses for holiday events which help to ensure safe food practices and reduce the likelihood of food-borne illness.
To obtain a “Benevolent Temporary License” an application must be completed and submitted to Multnomah County Health Department 15 days prior to the event. Application questions include:
· what foods are to be served
· what type of kitchen equipment will be used
· date and location of the event.
· contact information for operator.
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» November 12, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Comment period begins for Sellwood Bridge study
Multnomah County is accepting public comments on a study of five build alternatives and a no build option for the Sellwood Bridge. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) compares impacts of the alternatives in areas such as cost, residential and business relocations, bridge closure periods, traffic flow, and flexibility for future travel needs. The public can comment on the study and share their preferred alternative via an online survey from November 7 through December 22. Public input will factor into the selection of a locally preferred alternative in early 2009. Citizens have a number of ways to learn about and comment on the alternatives study:
· Where to find the Draft EIS: The 450-page document and a 38-page executive summary are available: Online at www.sellwoodbridge.org
o At Multnomah County and Clackamas County branch libraries (reference desk)
· How to provide comments: Comments received during the official comment period (November 7 to December 22) will be responded to in the Final EIS.
o Online: At www.sellwoodbridge.org
o In Writing: Written comments should be mailed to Sellwood Bridge Project, 2020 SE 4th Ave., Portland, OR 97201. Comment forms are also available at community briefings and the public hearing (described below).
o Open house/public hearing: An open house will be held on Wednesday, December 10 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm at OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave., with a formal public hearing from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. Written and oral comments will be taken at the open house and hearing.
· Take the online survey: An online survey is available at www.sellwoodbridge.org through December 22. The short survey is an informal poll to gauge community preferences on the alternatives. Survey comments are not included in the Final EIS.
· Attend a community briefing: Four identical one-hour briefings will share highlights of the draft EIS findings. If you cannot attend a briefing, watch a video of the presentation at www.sellwoodbridge.org.
Briefings are:
o November 10 at 6 pm and 7:15 pm at the Multnomah Building Boardroom, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd.
o November 13 at 6 pm and 7:15 pm at Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, 7100 SE Oaks Park Way
The purpose of the current project is to identify a long-term solution to repair or replace the 82-year-old Sellwood Bridge.
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» November 7, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
St Johns Neighborhood Meeting on Monday, Nov 10th
This Monday November 10, 7pm @St. Johns Community Center.
Agenda
St. Louis/Fessenden Improvements Update & Goals
St. Johns Farmers Market
St. Johns Businesses - Community Help Needed!
Interested in strengthening the St. Johns Community? We have easy ways for you to make a big difference!
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» November 7, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
St Johns Farmers Market meeting Nov. 6th
The St. Johns Farmers Market Committee would like to invite the community to our next meeting on Nov. 6, where we will hold a visioning session to determine our mission, goals and strategies for bringing a farmers market to St. Johns in 2009. We welcome anyone who is interested and look forward to hearing diverse perspectives so we can ensure this market serves the entire St. Johns community, as well as North Portland and beyond.
Our meeting will be held Thursday, November 6th, from 7 pm-8:30 pm at the St. Johns Community Center, Room 4. Light beverages and snacks will be served.
To receive updates, notifications and general information on our efforts, please email stjohnsfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Hope to see you there!
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» November 3, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
County seeks comment on menu labeling rules
Multnomah County Health Department is coordinating a rule-making process on the implementation and enforcement of the Chain Restaurant Nutrition Labeling Policy Order, passed in July 2008. The policy requires chain restaurants located in Multnomah County with at least 15 outlets nationwide to post nutrition information for customers.
According to health officials, approximately 500 restaurants in Multnomah County will be affected by the rule, and initial estimates indicate that there are less than a dozen chains in the county not already impacted by menu labeling requirements adopted in other jurisdictions. Technical assistance is available from the health department to help restaurants comply with the nutrition labeling requirements.
The county is seeking comment on draft rules to determine how the menu labeling policy will be executed and enforced. The draft rules are available on the Health Department website at www.mchealth.org or by calling 503-988-3674, ext. 26401.
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» October 28, 2008 - 2 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Piedmont Neighborhood Association General Meeting 10/30
Well folks, it is that time of year again - time to elect neighbors to the Piedmont Neighborhood Association Board for 2009. The following positions are up for election.
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» October 27, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
Multnomah County Elections offers voters assistance
Multnomah County Elections today reminded registered voters to who have not yet received their ballots to contact elections officials before the November 4 General Election. Voters who have other questions can also seek assistance by calling or visiting the Elections office.
Multnomah County voters who are currently registered should have received their ballot. Voters who have not received their ballot should call Multnomah County Elections at 503-988-3720. Voters registered in other Oregon counties should call their county elections office.
The Multnomah County Elections Office will be open to the public and available to answer calls with extended election hours:
· Monday to Friday, October 27 to 31, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
· Saturday, November 1, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
· Monday, November 3, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
· Election Day, November 4, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Multnomah County Elections office is located at 1040 SE Morrison Street, Portland. The phone number is 503-988-3720.
Voted ballots must be received at any Elections Office in the state of Oregon or Official Drop Site location by 8:00 p.m., November 4. Ballot drop boxes are located outside the Multnomah County Elections Office on SE 11th Ave. southbound and SE Belmont St. eastbound. Additional ballot drop sites are located at any Multnomah County Library and other locations throughout the area. A complete list is located http://www.mcelections.org/.
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» October 23, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Oct. 29 open house for Bonny Slope West plan
An open house has been scheduled for a project that will develop a land use plan for how an unincorporated area of Multnomah County that is within the region’s Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) will develop in the future. The area, known as Bonny Slope West, includes roughly 160 acres and is less than a mile west of the City of Portland boundary. The area is currently semi-rural and is between NW Thompson and NW Laidlaw Roads adjacent to the Multnomah/ Washington county boundary.
The open house will be on Wednesday, October 29 at Terra Nova High School at 10351 NW Thompson Road. The drop-in event will run from 6:30 pm to 8 pm, with a presentation at 7 pm.
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» October 22, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Who Killed the Electric Car? Let's ask Jeff.
The Sustainability Film Series continues with a showing of "Who Killed the Electric Car" at The Bagdad Theater. Jeff will be hosting this event on Sunday, October 26th at 5:00pm. You'll learn about the resistance to this alternative form of transportation and you can chat up Jeff and his opinions on these cars. Watch the clip below:
Here's the movie's official website.
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» October 21, 2008 - 2 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Karol's Blog, Sustainability, Top Stories
Photos of the day
The Board had a lively day today. First, because of Jeff's County Digs program, OSALT , Oregon's sustainable agricultural land trust received a transfer of county land to start growing food.
Second, the county granted some funds to help Hacienda build a kitchen to help their micro merchants program.
Check out the photos of our day on Jeff's Flickr page.
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» October 16, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
It's election season...do you have your voters guide?
I opened my little mailbox the other day and my ballot pamphlet jumped out at me. It is big, but worth the read. Want to read it online? Visit our Elections Division website here. Our voters guide is online and can help you navigate the candidates and the issues.
If you have any questions you can post them here and we'll help you find your way.
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» October 14, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Oct 13th St. Johns neighborhood meeting
VERY IMPORTANT St. Johns Neighborhood Association meeting today, Monday October 13, 7pm at the St. Johns Community Center.
-SJNA Elections - Join the Board - No experience necessary
-St. Louis/Fessenden Street Improvement Grant - Need Help
-North Portland Neighborhood Grants - Due Nov. 3
-St. Johns Farmers Market Update
-Whistle-Free Zone along waterfront (Cathedral Park)
-Land Use Overview
-Liquor License Concerns
-Posada Update
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» October 13, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
October is LGBT History Month
We honor the rights and lives of our LGBT community not just this month, but every month and celebrate with our friends. October 11th is National Coming Out Day and our team will be at the Basic Rights Oregon dinner. National Coming Out Day was founded by Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary on October 11, 1988 in celebration of the first gay march on Washington D.C. a year earlier. The purpose of the march and of National Coming Out Day is to promote government and public awareness of gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender rights. National Coming Out Day is a time to publicly display gay pride. Many choose this day to come out to their parents, friends, co-workers and themselves.
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» October 10, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Multnomah County Elections announces extended office hours prior to voter registration deadline
The Multnomah County Elections Office will be open to the public on:
· Saturday, October 11: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
· Tuesday, October 14: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
· Regular office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Multnomah County will be open to the public on Saturday, October 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, October 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for Oregon residents needing to register for the November 4 Election. The Voter Registration deadline is Tuesday, October 14.
The Multnomah County Elections office is located at 1040 SE Morrison Street, Portland. Voter registration cards are available at any Oregon elections office, most banks, post offices, DMV offices, the government section of the phone book and online here.
Voter registration cards can be delivered to the Multnomah County Elections office until 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14. Registration cards sent by mail must be postmarked by October 14.
Ballots will be mailed Oct. 17. Election Day is Tuesday, November 4.
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» October 9, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Cell Phone Recycling starts at Multnomah County!
Today, Multnomah County will begin recycling cell phones in the Multnomah Building and 10 other collection centers throughout the county. This follows a resolution introduced by Commissioner Jeff Cogen and passed unanimously by the Board of County Commissioners earlier this year. The county is partnering with Wireless Alliance – an electronics recycler – to collect and recycle community phones and MP3 players. There is no cost to the county or to residents who bring in their equipment.
The cell phone recycling boxes will be in the following county locations: McCoy Building, North Portland Health Clinic, Elections Building, Yeon Annex, Mid-County Health Clinic, Multnomah County East Building, Multnomah Building, Central Library, Midland Library, Hillsdale Library, and Gresham Library. Residents may bring any type of cell phone, smart phone or mp3 player to be recycled.
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» October 8, 2008 - 6 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Inner NE, Karol's Blog, Libraries, North Portland, Outer NE
Request for Public Comment - Chain Restaurant Nutrition Labeling Policy Order 08-114
Background: A Chain Restaurant Nutrition Labeling Policy Order was passed in July 2008 by the Multnomah County Board of County Commissioners, acting as Board of Health. The policy requires chain restaurants located in Multnomah County with at least 15 outlets anywhere in the country to: 1) post calorie information for standard menu items on printed menus, menu boards, and food tags and 2) provide information about sodium, carbohydrates, trans fat, and saturated fat for standard menu items upon request by consumers at the time of ordering. By providing nutrition information to customers at the time of ordering, restaurants will play an important role in enabling the dining-out public to make informed choices about what they eat.
Thursday November 6th
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Southeast Health Center
3653 SE 34th Ave. downstairs auditorium
Portland, OR 97202
Thursday November 20th
6:00 – 8:00 PM
426 SW Stark St., 10th Floor
Portland, OR 97232
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» October 8, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
IRCO Champions Give Jeff a Signed Game Ball
Jeff Cogen and the Board of County Commissioners hosted some special guests at their last meeting. Team BBC, winners of their second straight championship in the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization's (IRCO) FIRE summer basketball league, visited Jeff's office and were honored at a ceremony during the October 2nd Board meeting.
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» October 7, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Human Services, Outer NE, Warren's Blog
Jeff Cogen, star of Candidates Gone Wild
This year, Jeff is the star of Candidates Gone Wild! Ok, maybe not the star of the show, but he's hosting the County Q&A section and I have it on good advice that he is hilarious. The event is coming up on October 13th at the Roseland Theater. Tickets are available at their website.
For those of you who have no idea what I'm talking about, Candidates Gone Wild is a political variety show featuring local candidates, local elected officials, local Portland stars and a crowd full people ready to learn about local politics with a bit of a laugh, too. Join us, Jeff will be a riot.
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» October 7, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Salmon Festival Oct. 11 - 12
The annual Salmon Festival takes place the weekend of October 11- 12 at Oxbow Park east of Gresham. The festival celebrates the return of the fall Chinook salmon to the Sandy River and inspires protection of native salmon and their habitat. Multnomah County is working to help restore salmon runs and the County's Land Use and Transportation Program will have a booth display at the festival showcasing our efforts to improve passage and habitat for migratory fish.
The festival runs from 10:30 am to 5 pm each day and includes displays, activities for kids and grown-ups, food booths, and entertainment. There are tented areas in case of rain. You should also be able to see returning salmon in the Sandy River.
Admission is $8 per vehicle.
Directions: From I-84, take the Troutdale exit (17). Go past the truck stop to the light. Turn right on 257th, go 3 miles to Division Street. Turn left onto Division. Follow the signs 6.5 miles and turn left. Follow the road to the park.
For more information, click here.
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» October 6, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Time for trees from Friends of Trees
Tree plantings will start around town very soon. Visit their website and see when there are tree plantings in your neighborhood.
I got a lovely tree - a Japanese Persimmon - this January. What happens is if you want a tree, you get to volunteer. You can volunteer in several ways, not just digging holes. It's a wonderful way to get a tree and help many of your neighbors get trees at the same time.
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» October 6, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, Top Stories
"Murmurs" about Jeff
The Willamette Week is murmuring about Jeff in this week's edition:
Pizzicato has agreed to act as a cheese-covered guinea pig for Multnomah County’s plan to put calorie counts on menus of chains with local outlets (see “Food Fight,” WW, July 16, 2008). The idea behind Pizzicato owners Tracy and Mark Frankel marking calories in some of their 19 locations? To test the effect on customer choices compared to stores that don’t display calorie counts.
Read the rest over there.
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» October 3, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Health care goes mobile
Multnomah County Health Department’s Mobile Medical Van expands into East County
The Multnomah County Health Department’s Mobile Medical Clinic has expanded its services into Rockwood. The mobile clinic delivers primary care services to medically needy families and individuals throughout Multnomah County who are currently without health care. The 40-foot clinic provides access to medical care, lab, and screening services at seven designated “host” social service agencies.
According to a recent study of community need in Multnomah, Washington and Yamhill Counties conducted by Providence Health Services, the Rockwood zip code had the highest Community Need Index of all zip codes in the tri-county area. Residents in Rockwood are disproportionately uninsured with 20 percent to 30 percent of the residents lacking health insurance, compared to a county-wide rate of 17 percent.
The Health Department received $25,000 each from Pacific Source Foundation and Providence Health System to establish a site in Rockwood for the first year. In addition, the program receives $123,000 from United Way to help provide mental health care and a $300,000 federal grant from Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), as well as Multnomah County general fund.
The grand opening of the Mobile Medical Clinic’s Rockwood site will be held:
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Human Solutions Employment /Gresham Police Department's Rockwood Community Offices
18709 SE Stark St.
503-548-0284
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» October 2, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Human Services, Karol's Blog
Abandoned and neglected dog now the picture of health
When Dolly the Dachshund arrived at Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS), she exhibited signs of severe animal mistreatment and neglect. But despite her obvious medical problems, MCAS staff and their veterinary hospital team were immediately captivated by Dolly’s spirit.
“She was in pretty bad shape when she arrived at the shelter, with a severe case of mange,” said Dr. Meghan Romney, head of Shelter Medicine at Multnomah County Animal Services. “Everyone who cared for her was touched by Dolly’s sweet disposition and spirit.”
Before pic of Dolly here and after pics of Dolly here.
An animal care donation fund is being re-named “Dolly’s Fund” to help finance medical care for animal patients like Dolly. “We see dozens of neglected and mistreated pets like Dolly every year, some in very serious condition. Concerned pet lovers can contribute to Dolly’s Fund to increase our ability to treat more homeless pets in our shelter hospital,” says Mike Oswald, director of Multnomah County Animal Services.
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» October 2, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, Top Stories
November general election preparations for Multnomah County
From the Elections Office:
Elections Office customer service improvements and efficiencies:
o Added two more work stations at the front counter for a total of six
o Added one more work station behind the front counter for front counter supervisor to handle problems; this moves problems away from the front counter work flow
o Added a temporary staff person in the customer waiting area to help keep track of ballot delivery and customer flow
o Added two more phone lines and a permanent staff supervisor for the phone banks on the upper level
o Added Automated Call Distributer (ACD) to the phone system. This will allow for the queuing of calls during peak times and provide us the ability to track call volume instantaneously
o Created a detailed escalation procedure to deal with telephone system problems with County IT/ telecommunications unit
o Developed a detailed 8 pm cut off plan for election night and will be training staff and FSOs on procedures in advance
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» October 1, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Video: Health equity for county residents
Multnomah County is committed to improving health for all County residents by addressing the social conditions in which people live and work. Last week, Warren sat down with Tricia Tillman - program manager for the health equity initiative - for a chat.
Visit their website to get more information on the program, the speak out meetings, and how you can help bring equity to Multnomah County.
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» September 29, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Human Services, Karol's Blog, Warren's Blog
Piedmont Neighborhood Association General Meeting tonight 9/25
Thu, Sep 25, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Where: Holy Redeemer School (127 N Portland Blvd, Portland, OR)
Description: Piedmont Neighborhood Association Meetings are held in the basement of the XYZ building. Enter the Holy Redeemer School (127 N Portland Blvd, Portland, OR) parking lot from N. Vancouver to access the meeting location. Meetings are held the last Thursday of the month, at 7:00pm.
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» September 25, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
Food Service Advisory Committee seeks volunteers
Multnomah County Environmental Health Services seeks members for their Food Service Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee provides community and food service industry views and recommendations on the full range of Multnomah County food protection services.
Members of the Advisory Committee are asked to make a commitment of one to three years, and to attend two-hour meetings every other month. Committee members may provide advice on such topics as:
Licensing of food service facilities and related fees
Restaurant inspections
Restaurant closures and revoking licenses due to unsanitary conditions
Multnomah County Health Department’s Environmental Health Division certifies over 22,000 food handlers and conducts nearly 7,000 food service inspections annually in Multnomah County. For more information, contact Lynn George at 503-988-3400 Ext. 28152 or email lynn.m.george@co.multnomah.or.us
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» September 23, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Kenton neighborhood association newsletter
The Kenton Neighborhood Association released their newsletter today and it looks wonderful. There are stories about the North Portland Tool Library, a historic designation for N. Denver's Paul Bunyan and a month-long dine out benefiting the Peninsula School. Download file Check it out!
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» September 22, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland
Joint session of the City Council and County Commission to swear in youth commissioners
Mayor Tom Potter and County Chair Ted Wheeler and members of Portland City Council and Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will meet in joint session to swear-in returning and new members of the Multnomah Youth Commission. The event will be held at Portland City Hall in Council Chambers from 5:30-6:30 with a reception immediately following.
The Multnomah Youth Commission, comprising 42 members aged 13-21, advises Portland and Multnomah County leaders on public policy issues affecting area youth. Commissioner Kelly Henderson, a freshman at Portland State University, said “Every Youth Commissioner comes from a different background and brings a unique perspective to the table.”
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» September 16, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Pizzicato ready to try placing calories on their menus
Pizzicato Restaurant has taken the bold step of agreeing to help Multnomah County kick off menu labeling. As the Health Department works it's way through the rules for placing calorie counts on menus, Pizzicato will be there to see if those rules work out in practical use.
Pizzicato's help also puts Multnomah County in the research spotlight. There has been no other restaurant chain in the country who has allowed this much access to better track statistics on calorie labeling. These statistics will start to tell the story of menu labeling and whether it affects human behavior. Our health department will lead this research and will be able to share it with other health entities throughout the country. Stay tuned for updates throughout the process!
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» September 15, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Food Works program - good for kids, great for the community
The Food Works program - a part of Janus Youth Program’s Village Gardens - is an innovative project that receives monies from Multnomah County. I could tell you about it, but it's more wonderful to watch it. Rebecca Gerendasy of Cooking Up a Story made this short film:
Thanks, Rebecca, for the story and thanks to Janus Youth for their great work.
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» September 10, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland
North Portland Gathering of Neighbors Sept. 9th
Join all your NOPO neighbors for the quarterly gathering of neighbors. Today it is at Roosevelt High School starting at 5pm. Join us for the great neighborhood updates and the fun!
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» September 9, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
The Hollywood Senior Center
In District Two, there is a pretty cool place called the Hollywood Senior Center. Every couple of months we get a newsletter of there goings on and they seem to know how to throw a party everyday. There's ceramics class, Tai Chi, Spanish class, bunco, quilting and creative writing.
But, what has propelled me to share with you all about this center is the weekly Nintendo Wii sports and bowling tournaments! First of all, how did they get there hands on this desired game console and how cool is it to have a tournament? The festivities are every Wednesday at 1pm. Visit the Hollywood Senior Center at 1820 NE 40th Ave to check it out.
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» September 4, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Inner NE, Karol's Blog
Rep. Shields Calls on N/NE Portland to Participate in Health Fund Board Meeting Sept. 8
From Representative Chip Shields:
Rep. Chip Shields (D-N/NE Portland) issued a call today for residents of North and Northeast Portland to participate in a town hall forum hosted by the Oregon Health Fund Board, Monday, September 8 at the Oregon Convention Center. The event, one of 10 statewide community town hall forums hosted by Board , will take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Read more and discuss: Rep. Shields Calls on N/NE Portland to Participate in Health Fund Board Meeting Sept. 8
» September 3, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Inner NE, Karol's Blog, North Portland
Jazz on the Mississippi
A great event is coming to North Portland on September 11th. The Diversity Institute is presenting Jazz on the Mississippi. It will start a 6pm and end at 10pm on Mississippi between Beech and Shaver.
The main stage lineup includes: Gretchen Mitchell, The Columbian Princess, and Band on "Q". For more information, contact Harold C. Williams two at 503-287-9836.
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» September 2, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Piedmont Neighborhood Ice Cream Social - 8-28
The Piedmont Neighborhood Association is hosting an "Ice Cream Social" at the gazebo in Peninsula Park - 700 N Rosa Parks Way - at 7pm, tonight. Join them for the fun!
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» August 28, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
Join Jeff's Facebook group
Are you a member of Facebook? Well so is Jeff! He also has a Facebook group going called Jeff Cogen is my County Commissioner. We'll be posting various items at his Facebook page that will be of interest to the community and offer everyone the opportunity to chat up Jeff about whatever is interesting, something we always can't do on our blog. Even if you aren't in District Two, please feel free to use this as a platform to share questions or concerns, we love new friends. See you there!
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» August 27, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Inner NE, Jeff's Blog, North Portland, Outer NE
Health Equity Initiative
In March 2008, Multnomah County and communities across the country launched what has been the largest discussion locally on the connections between healthy bodies, healthy bank accounts, and skin color. Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?, a documentary about the societal causes of illness, was aired in a series of public screenings followed by community discussions. Over 600 community members viewed Unnatural Causes and participated in discussions. The Multnomah County Health Equity Initiative collected the ideas participants offered on policy change and service improvements to make Multnomah County a healthy and vibrant community for all.
Commissioner Cogen strongly supports the Health Equity Initiative, appreciates the work of all the outstanding County employees involved in pulling together this effort, applauds the broad community participation we have seen so far, and urges you to consider attending one of the upcoming September or October events listed at the end of this post.
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» August 26, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Front Page News, Human Services, Issues, Neighborhoods, News, Warren's Blog
Shelter responds to statewide increase in rabid bats with special low-cost rabies shot clinic
In response to state health officials’ warnings based on finding five rabid bats this year, Multnomah County Animal Services will hold a special low-cost rabies shot clinic. Microchips will also be available at reduced fees.
According to Dr. Emilio DeBess, public health veterinarian in the Oregon Department of Human Services Public Health Division, “Vaccinating pets against rabies protects them and provides a buffer zone between humans and rabid wild animals. Nationally, twice as many cats as dogs are reported to have rabies each year, underscoring the need for better vaccination coverage among cats.”
Animal Services will offer pet licenses, $10 Rabies shots and $20 microchips to protect pets and help lost or run-away pets get back home. Multnomah County Animal Services’ veterinarian will administer vaccinations and microchips.
The event will be held:
Sunday, August 17, 2008
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Multnomah County Animal Services
1700 W. Historic Columbia River Highway
Troutdale, Oregon
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» August 12, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, Top Stories
Victim advocates needed
The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, Victims Assistance Program is seeking On-Call Rape Victim Advocates (RVAs) to respond to local hospitals to provide assistance and support to victims of sexual assault. On-Call RVAs respond during evenings, weekends and holidays. Eighteen hours of training will be provided at the Multnomah County Courthouse.
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» August 11, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Human Services, Karol's Blog, Sidebar Alerts
Animal House adoption party was a success!
From Animal Serives' Mike Oswald:
Whether we volunteer our “extra” time, make animal care our life’s work, or choose to adopt our pets from the shelter, we do it from the heart—and for the animals! When we all came together on Friday, Aug 1st, to dedicate a day to adopting MCAS animals, the results were spectacular. FORTY-ONE volunteers showed up to help out, dedicating a whopping 216+ hours to the cause. Some stayed the entire 13 hours; some worked all day and volunteered all evening. All came with a “can-do” attitude and enjoyed mingling with the public, staff, and other volunteers. Multnomah County Chair Ted Wheeler and his family joined us in the celebration.
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» August 5, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Summer Fun: A pie baking contest!
Hey Portland, its a Pie-Off! Our NOPO friend, Lelo in Nopo as introduced us to a pie-off that is going on at the end of the month. Check out the website.
Yours truly plans to enter a delicious pie, I think thinking the apple variety. Check out the Pie-Off website and get the details to join us for some summer fun!
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» August 5, 2008 - 2 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Animal House adoption party!
Multnomah County Animal Services will transform its dog adoption kennels to Delta Omega Gamma fraternity, and its Cattery into the Kappa Alpha Tau sorority at the Animal House Adoption Party. This 13-hour pet adoption party, complete with togas and a root beer keg from Widmer Brewery, is scheduled for Friday, August 1, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight.
The Animal House Adoption Party is an adoption and fundraising event that will highlight the many dogs and cats waiting for adoption at the shelter. All adoptable animals are spayed and neutered, licensed and microchipped, and are ready for a loving home. For those interested in adopting, but your pet isn’t here today? Make sure you get a coupon to lock in the reduced adoption fees through August 31.
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» July 29, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
I-5 Bridge: How do you feel?
The Columbia River Crossing - otherwise known as the I-5 bridge - is causing quite the uproar around Portland. Residents and groups focused on the environment are not in favor of the proposed models; they do not feel it meets all levels of sustainability, among other things. Others are worried about health impacts and some just worried that it's going to be ugly.
Why are we talking about it? Well, the southern end of any bridge would land in District two. That impacts constituents in various ways from health impacts (such as air quality and noise) to displacement. So what do you think - bridge or no bridge?
Discuss: I-5 Bridge: How do you feel?
» July 8, 2008 - 5 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Sustainability
Piedmont Neighborhood Association General Meeting
The Piedmont Neighborhood Association's General Meeting will be held this Thursday (2008-06-26) at 7pm in Holy Redeemer's "Clare Hall."
Click on the neighborhood blog here.
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» June 25, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sidebar Alerts
Sauvie Island Bridge opening, June 22
From Commissioner Rojo de Steffey:
It is my pleasure to invite you to the Sauvie Island Bridge Grand Opening Celebration on June 22, 2008.
The opening of the new bridge presents us with a unique opportunity to thank all of our partners and the community for a job well done. Please join me and the Board of County Commissioners as we celebrate this milestone.
We will have a ‘country fair’ event the day before the bridge opens to regular traffic. The event will include a ribbon-cutting with project partners, elected officials and other dignitaries; a first bridge crossing parade by various groups and modes; live music and family entertainment; food booths and informational booths focusing on Sauvie Island.
It’s a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. I hope to see you there.
Maria
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» June 19, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Pride Parade!
Jeff was in the Pride Parade yesterday had a grand time with the great crowd and infectious energy downtown. Check out the rest of the pics on his Flickr page.
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» June 16, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Video: "Animal Magnetism" coming your way
Animal services has a TV show and its too cute. My favorites are all the pet puns. The "Evening Mews," "cat-astrophy," and many more to be found throughout. Enjoy!
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» June 13, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Videos
Video: Meet the North Portland librarians
Librarians aren't what they used to be, especially when talking about our staff at the current North Portland libraries. In this video, you'll meet Patricia Welch from the North Portland branch and Nancy Arvesen from the St. Johns branch. There will be no "shushing" here!
We love both these wonderful women and they make fun to work in this district. Special thanks to Nancy who came to all of our public meetings on the siting of the new branch for North Portland and has been supportive of our office throughout.
PS: We are still ironing out our editing skills! Please be patient with us as we learn.
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» June 12, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Libraries, North Portland, Videos
Boise Neighborhood Update
Live in inner Northeast? The new Boise Neighborhood update is up now at www.boisevoice.org. Check it out!
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» June 10, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Inner NE, Sidebar Alerts
Attention young writers from 12 to 18
Young writers are invited to share their creativity and win prizes
Multnomah County Library hosts Summer Teen Writing Contest
PORTLAND, OR — Beginning June 13, all Multnomah County teens aged 12 -18 are invited to participate in a writing contest made possible by The Library Foundation, with gift cards from Powell’s Books as prizes.
Judges include the members of Hollywood Library Teen Council, a volunteer group that advises the library on teen issues, and celebrated local young adult novelist Blake Nelson, author of Girl, The New Rules of High School and Paranoid Park.
$75 gift cards will be awarded to the following winners in four categories: best prose entry, grades 6 – 8; best poetry entry, grades 6 – 8; best prose entry, grades 9 – 12 and best poetry entry, grades 9 – 12. Runners up in each of these categories will receive a $25 gift card.
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» June 5, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, Libraries, Top Stories
Announcing Public Forums for Animal Services in Portland and Multnomah County
Multnomah County, which currently provides animal services county-wide, including for the City of Portland, can no longer fund the level of animal services that will keep pace with the growing expectations and demands for those services in Portland.
The Animal Services Taskforce is chartered by the Portland City Council and the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners to study and evaluate options; make recommendations for appropriate and viable service levels and service priorities; and identify sustainable funding methods to insure continued services into the future.
Times and dates after the jump.
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» June 3, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Karol's Blog, Sidebar Alerts
Pictures from the library meeting
Last night's library meeting discussing the possible locations for a new Kenton branch was lively! We had close to 80 neighbors tell us how they felt about the locations and folks got some answers they needed from the developers. We took some photos that you can check out here.
If you have any comments on the two sites, click here to leave your opinions.
Thanks for joining us!
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» May 30, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Karol's Blog, Libraries, North Portland, Top Stories
Video: Final two options for a new library in North Portland
Tomorrow is the meeting where Jeff will hear your preferences between our last two sites for a new library in North Portland. If you can't make it, we still want to hear your opinions. Watch the short video about the locations. Google maps will allow you to see actual images of the locations, just click "street view:"
8226 N Denver 2133 N Argyle
Tomorrow's meeting starts at 7pm at the Masonic Temple, 8130 N Denver Ave. Please let us know which site you prefer!
Read more and discuss: Video: Final two options for a new library in North Portland
» May 28, 2008 - 24 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Jeff's Blog, Karol's Blog, Libraries, North Portland, Videos
Public Meeting Regarding Cascadia and Multnomah County Mental Health System
From Human Services:
This week, Cascadia has offered the state and Multnomah County options for downsizing their organization. We are looking at a variety of alternatives. Cuts may occur in program areas or geographic areas. Services will continue, but service providers and locations may change.
All parties are committed to ensuring continuity of care, with minimal disruption for consumers.
Community feedback on the draft plan is valued. Consumers and members of the public are invited to weigh in at a meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 29, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Benson High School Cafeteria (546 NE 12th Ave.)
Read more and discuss: Public Meeting Regarding Cascadia and Multnomah County Mental Health System
» May 27, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Human Services, Karol's Blog, Top Stories
Beyond the Label: Toxics in Personal Care Products
Tuesday, May 27th
12:15 - 1:15
Multnomah County Central Library, US Bank Room
801 SW 10th Ave., Portland
Come find out what toxics lurk in personal care products, and what the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and others are doing to transform this industry. Sprecial guests: Arielle Tozier, Oregon Center for Environmental Health and Diane Lund Rachel's Friends Breast Cancer Coalition
Bring a friend, neighbor, or coworker! This event is open to the public.
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» May 21, 2008 - 1 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Sustainability
Event will spotlight unpaid family caregivers
From Multnomah County Aging & Disability Services:
For most caregivers in Oregon, coming home means starting their second shift of work. The majority of Oregon's 420,000 unpaid family caregivers are employed full or part-time. Instead of sitting down to rest their feet and minds, they have to care for the house, sometimes their children, and most often, their parents, spouse or other loved one.
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» May 21, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Human Services, Karol's Blog, Sidebar Alerts
Farmers Market survey online
The Farmers Market committee is proud to announce the online version of our farmers market survey is now available here. We also have it in Español!
We are collecting paper surveys at the following locations: Trixie's Beauty Bar, Red Bike Cafe, Baxter Auto Parts, Proper Eats, Anna Bannanas, Pattie's Home Plate and The Man Shop. We will be done with this phase by May 20.
Please, share this with people you know who live in North Portland and want to see another farmers market on the peninsula. This information helps us determine if we can have a market and how it would best serve our community.
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» May 13, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland
Who loves Scrabble?
Who loves Scrabble? I do, I admit it. I want to play all the time and whenever I see a board at the bar I make a grab for it. There is a weekly Scrabble game at Gotham Tavern - in District 2 - every Tuesday starting at 6pm. It's Scrabble for a good cause; it benefits the Oregon Literacy Foundation and the Tavern owners are very generous with OLF.
This Sunday though, is going to be fun. There is Scrabble tournament for OLF:
When: Sunday, May 18, 2008 - 12 Noon until 5pm.
Where: Ringler's Pub (at The Crystal Ballroom, downstairs)
1332 W. Burnside
Portland, OR 97209
Cost: $25 per individual player/ $50 per team (2 players)
Register here to play on Sunday.
Hope to see you there!
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» May 13, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
The new library siting - Jeff asks the community one more time
Jeff, the libraries and facilities have narrowed the search for a library site in North Portland from three locations to two - the Tri-Met site and the N. Denver site. Both choices are equally wonderful and have positives that would make each a great library. Because these sites are so great, we'd like the community to weigh in one more time to help Jeff make that final choice.
We'll have a public meeting Thursday, May 29th, 7 to 9pm at the Masonic Lodge, 8130 N Denver Ave. Please join us!
If you can't make it, we'll post a video on this site on May 29th that talks about the two choices. You can make your voice heard in the "comments" section.
UPDATE:
N. Denver location
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» May 12, 2008 - 7 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, Libraries, North Portland
St. Johns Market meeting April 30th at 6:30pm
Just a reminder of the St. Johns Farmers Market meeting this week...It will be on Wednesday, April 30 at 6:30pm, at Our Daily Bread. At this meeting, we will look to discuss the following (among other items):
Survey & the St. Johns Parade - We'll take a look/listen at/to the hard work our Marketing Committee has put into the Survey and
finalize for print. Also, we'll need all of our volunteer power to get out the word about the survey, gather input, and get more folks involved!
Read more and discuss: St. Johns Market meeting April 30th at 6:30pm
» April 30, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Events, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Top Stories
Multnomah County convenes public advisory committee for Urban and Rural Reserves
From Public Affairs:
On Thursday, April 24, the Multnomah County Board of County Commissioners appointed 19 volunteer community members to a land use committee who will help advise and inform county policy makers during the next 18 months. The group’s first meeting is open to the public and scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Thursday, May 1 at the Multnomah Building, Room 315, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd. in Portland.
Read the rest after the jump and check out the Reserves website.
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» April 28, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
Youth grants available to those 21 and under
From the commission on children, families and community:
A pool of $10,000 is available for community-based projects initiated, designed, and run by youth 21 and under. The Youth Action Grants Program will provide grants of up to $1,000 to youth or youth groups who want to take action that makes Our Bill of Rights: Children + Youth and Portland's community vision a reality.
The City/County Youth Programs are also pleased to offer three free grant workshops designed FOR YOUTH to answer their grant-related questions.
Upcoming YOUTH ACTION GRANT Workshops
Date: Monday, April 28
Time: 3:30 to 5:00 PM
Location: PCC Sylvania, 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Amo DeBernardis College Center (CC Building), Cedar Room
Transit: Bus #44 Capital Highway to PCC Sylvania OR Bus #78 Beaverton/Lake Oswego to PCC Sylvania
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» April 28, 2008 - 0 comments - Children and Families, Community Involvement, Events, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
St. Johns Market meeting April 30th at 6:30pm
The next St. Johns Farmers Market meeting is April 30th at 6:30pm. It will be at Out Daily Bread (excellent pancakes) on 8680 N Ivanhoe St. Join us!
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» April 24, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland, Sustainability
To supporters of 1000 Friends of Oregon
Supporters of 1000 Friends of Oregon:
Thank you for letting me know that you support protecting Oregon's agricultural lands. I welcome your postcards, emails and comments here on my website.
I’m honored to represent Multnomah County along with commissioners from Clackamas County, Washington County and Metro to designate urban and rural reserves in the tri-county area. We are working collaboratively with a goal of coming to a unanimous decision on what shapes our region over the next 50 years.
My colleagues and I are committed to coming to unanimous conclusion and have not taken any options off the table. That said, I personally and professionally remain committed to creating a sustainable future for Oregonians and that influences my contributions during this process.
Thank you again for talking time to share your thoughts with me. You can stay informed here at the Metro urban and rural reserves website.
You are also welcome to comment here on my website.
Sincerely,
Jeff Cogen
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» April 18, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Jeff's Blog, Sustainability
Broadway Bridge lane closure for Bridge to Bridge run - Sunday
This is a great run that I did a couple years ago. I never knew the Fremont bridge was so steep...
From the Public Affairs office:
The northerly westbound lane of the Broadway Bridge will be closed from 9:15 am to 10:30 am on Sunday, April 20 during the Bridge to Bridge run and walk. The bridge will remain open in both directions to motorists and sidewalk users throughout the event. The bridge will be closed to river traffic from 9 am to 10:30 am.
For event information, visit the Bridge to Bridge run.
Multnomah County maintains the Broadway Bridge and 300 miles of roads and bridge.
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» April 18, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog
North Portland candidates forum
North Portland Candidates Forum
Sunday, April 20th, 2008
5000 N. Willamette Blvd.
Buckley Auditorium
2:00 - 5:00 PM
Your Candidates Your Questions!
Candidates for the following races will be present and speaking:
US Senate (Jeff Merkley and Steve Novick confirmed)
Portland Mayor (Sho Dozono and Sam Adams confirmed)
City Council Positions (most candidates for both positions One and Two)
Moderated by Mike Burton, Gary Hansen, and Dwight Jaynes.
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» April 17, 2008 - 0 comments - Community Involvement, Front Page News, Karol's Blog, North Portland
Multnomah County Sustainability launches film series with “The End of Suburbia”
From the Sustainability office:
In honor of Earth Day on April 20, 2008, the Multnomah County Sustainability Film Series will present “The End of Suburbia: Oil Depletion and the Collapse of The American Dream” at 5:00 p.m. at the McMenamins Bagdad Theater, at 3702 SE Hawthorne in Portland. The film is free and open to the public.
The film explores the outward migration of populations from cities to suburbs in the last 50 years in light of the diminishing