Good Morning East Portland weekly networking meetings
WHAT IS THE APNBA FORMULA FOR FUN? - COME TO THE ANNUAL MEETING & FIND OUT! The APNBA 2010 Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, April 26th at Madison's Grill, 1109 SE Madison St. Join us at 5:30pm for dinner, visiting with your BDA peers, awards, prizes, board delegate elections and fond farewells! BDAs have to select their delegates to the board and delegates must attend this very important meeting.
Offerings from Business Districts
Lloyd District will be holding their Business Showcase Event featuring the Lloyd District's Best Businesses
WHEN: Thursday, April 1 from 11:45am - 1:00pm
WHERE: the New Ambridge Event Center, 1333 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.
Be a Participant! Reserve your booth and be creative, interactive and fun! Increase the visibility your business. Get out there and tell the world just how great your business and its products or services are! To register click here to go to the application which has more information and details.
Join others at the Portland Garment Factory for METBA's First Friday Events for 2010! On April 2nd mix, mingle & schmooze to find out what's happening on Stark Street in the growing Montavilla-East Tabor business neighborhood this year!
It's almost time for the Hollywood Boosters annual fundraiser; Casino Night! Save the date - Thursday, April 15, 2010 to have a great time for a good cause! click here for more information.
Studded tire season extended to April 11
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> ODOT today announced it will extend the studded tire season to 12:01 a.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010. Motorists should remove their studded tires by then. ODOT is working closely with the Washington State Department of Transportation, which is announcing the same decision.
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> The season was scheduled to end April 1 at 12:01 a.m. Major changes in the weather forecast, the ferocity of weather storms predicted for the next several days and citizen input convinced ODOT to extend the deadline. Drivers are reminded to use extreme caution and be prepared for harh winter conditions in Oregon's mountain ranges.
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> ODOT encourages drivers to consider other types of traction tires or chains because studded tires cause at least $11 million damage each year on city streets, county roads and state highways. Other types of traction tires are available. These traction tires meet Rubber Manufacturers Association standards for use in severe snow conditions and carry a special symbol on the tire sidewall showing a three-peaked mountain and snowflake. Research shows these tires provide better traction than studded tires when used on bare pavement.
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> Drivers with studded tires on their vehicles in Oregon after the deadline can be charged with a Class C traffic violation, which currently carries a minimum $190 fine.
click here to check on updated information on highway work and current travel information throughout Oregon.
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Calendar of Upcoming Events: March 31, 2010
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Calendar of Upcoming Events: March 31, 2010
BDA ANNOUNCEMENTS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND BUSINESS OFFERINGS
WHAT IS THE APNBA FORMULA FOR FUN? - COME TO THE ANNUAL MEETING & FIND OUT! The APNBA 2010 Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, April 26th at Madison's Grill, 1109 SE Madison St. Join us at 5:30pm for dinner, visiting with your BDA peers, awards, prizes, board delegate elections and fond farewells! BDAs have to select their delegates to the board and delegates must attend this very important meeting.
Offerings from Business Districts
NOB HILL: Understanding that
parking can be difficult at the best of times, during street
improvements in the Nob Hill District, through May 31, 2010,
participating businesses will provide free parking for shoppers. click
here
to go to the website. Scroll to the bottom of the page where parking
centers will be listed and print out the coupon for each of your free 1
hour parking needs!
WOODSTOCK:
Per Lori Boisen - If a BDA would like to get their event information to
a neighborhood where she delivers her 'Advertise in
the Bag' mail, send her the information and she will print it, put it
in the bag and deliver when she normally does deliveries to that area.
She does not deliver flyers to every BDA neighborhood, but the ones she
does do she will gladly send out your information.
In the past, she has received & delivered information for WCBA,
FABA, & METBA. She has also gleaned information and sent it out for
82nd Ave of Roses, Division/Clinton, Hawthorne, & Belmont. Her
basic delivery area is from Sellwood N to Hollywood(new) and Highway
99 E. to either 72nd or I-205. Please email Lori with any questions or
information at advertiseinthebag@hotmail.com.
82nd AVE. OF ROSES BDA - is seeking sponsors for their annual parade on April 24th. If you would like to be a sponsor or know of anyone
who would, please send an email to Nancy Chapin at nc@tsgpdx.com
If your BDA would like to have a representative or a car or your BDA
banner in the parade-please contact Richard Kiely and let him know! He
would love to have you involved! His email is: richard@homerungraphics.net
Any application fees will be waived.
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION EVENTS
BUSINESS ASSOCIATION EVENTS
BABA Last Wednesday Mixer
Please join the Belmont Area BA for their last Wednesday mixer on March 31st. Come Mix & Mingle with your business peers at this monthly event. The March mixer will be hosted by Advantis Credit Union, 3825 SE Belmont from 5:30pm - 7pm.
Please join the Belmont Area BA for their last Wednesday mixer on March 31st. Come Mix & Mingle with your business peers at this monthly event. The March mixer will be hosted by Advantis Credit Union, 3825 SE Belmont from 5:30pm - 7pm.
Lloyd District will be holding their Business Showcase Event featuring the Lloyd District's Best Businesses
WHEN: Thursday, April 1 from 11:45am - 1:00pm
WHERE: the New Ambridge Event Center, 1333 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.
Be a Participant! Reserve your booth and be creative, interactive and fun! Increase the visibility your business. Get out there and tell the world just how great your business and its products or services are! To register click here to go to the application which has more information and details.
Join others at the Portland Garment Factory for METBA's First Friday Events for 2010! On April 2nd mix, mingle & schmooze to find out what's happening on Stark Street in the growing Montavilla-East Tabor business neighborhood this year!
It's almost time for the Hollywood Boosters annual fundraiser; Casino Night! Save the date - Thursday, April 15, 2010 to have a great time for a good cause! click here for more information.
Welcome to the 4th Annual 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade!!!
The 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade on Saturday, April 24th, will include the first official appearance of the 2010 Rose Festival Princess Court. click here to see the NEW 2010 Princess court page on the 82ndavenue.org website. It includes bios, speech files and video. In addition to the Rose Festival Princess Court, the 2010 parade will include the hilarious Keystone Kops, a very mellifluous Kells Irish Pipes & Drums as well as the Very Classy Cinema Classics Car Club and many other participants to dazzle and entertain you. Take granny, gramps and all the grand-tots to renew old memories and make brand new impressions! It's fun - EVERYONE loves a parade!!
The 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade on Saturday, April 24th, will include the first official appearance of the 2010 Rose Festival Princess Court. click here to see the NEW 2010 Princess court page on the 82ndavenue.org website. It includes bios, speech files and video. In addition to the Rose Festival Princess Court, the 2010 parade will include the hilarious Keystone Kops, a very mellifluous Kells Irish Pipes & Drums as well as the Very Classy Cinema Classics Car Club and many other participants to dazzle and entertain you. Take granny, gramps and all the grand-tots to renew old memories and make brand new impressions! It's fun - EVERYONE loves a parade!!
City of Portland Updates
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Of all the issues a city faces, you might not think sidewalk management is among the most challenging.
In fact, it is and Mayor Sam Adams want to share with you a draft for implementing a new legal framework based on the Sidewalk Management Plan resolution passed by Portland City Council last year after a court ruled our local law unconstitutional.
Sidewalks are an important part of a city's common space. They are a public venue that, under law, must accommodate a range of uses. Sometimes these uses compete with each other. Sidewalks are intended to provide people with safe corridors to travel on foot. But they also provide a place for people to stop, sit, and rest. Or play music. Or panhandle.
Frustratingly, the law provides no guidance on how to resolve those competing uses. Cities are left to figure out how best to resolve those competing uses themselves. Managing public sidewalks is an ongoing challenge in Oregon and large U.S. cities.
Meanwhile, sidewalk conflicts and concerns recently have increased as government social safety net services are cut and the economic recession has pushed many more out onto the streets. And street level retail businesses have had to be more vigilant about business-related barriers to stay afloat as economic recession-related consumer spending has plummeted.
As Portland emerges from each rainy season, public usage of sidewalks increase along with more complaints about conflicting uses and illegal activities.
click here to go to the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance which contains the legal framework to better manage Portland public sidewalks based on recent court rulings, the state criminal code and the concepts of providing equal access for disabled persons as required by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It implements Portland City Council Resolution 36743 approved in October 2009.
Zero tolerance enforcement of criminal law and the creation of a sidewalk pedestrian access zone are two cornerstones of the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance. Panhandling is protected free speech under Oregon's unique state constitution. However, aggressive panhandling that involves criminal acts is not protected and the criminal acts can be prosecuted. Under this draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance approach, using more plain clothes and uniform police officers downtown, the City will use a zero-tolerance approach to these street crimes.
The link to the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance creates a "pedestrian use zone," an area that measures 6 to 8 feet from the frontage line and includes each street corner. This pedestrian use zone allows for more efficient use of the available space. It is based on federal American with Disabilities Act (1990), Architectural Barriers Act (1968), and the Rehabilitation Act (1973), all of which include specific design guidelines that disabled citizens need for unobstructed passage on public sidewalks.
click here Click here to go to frequently asked questions about the Sidewalk Management Plan.
You can reply to the mayor regarding the Sidewalk Management Plan proposal at: Mayor_Sam_Adams@mail.vresp.com. All responses must be made by Friday April 2, 2010.
Portland Plan - Phase 2 Workshops
The Portland Plan will be the city's roadmap for the next 25 years, guiding decisions and investments as Portland grows and changes. Whether you have participated in the past or are just getting involved, the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability welcomes your input and ideas. Please mark your calendars to attend a Portland Plan Phase 2 Workshop this spring.
SOUTHEAST:
WHEN: April 26, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Central Catholic HS, Cafeteria, 2401 SE Stark St.
NORTHEAST:
WHEN: April 29, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Beaumont Middle School, Cafeteria, 4043 NE Fremont St.
NORTH:
WHEN: May 1, 10am - 12:30pm
WHERE: University Park Community Center, Multi-purpose Gym, 9009 N Foss Ave.
CENTRAL CITY:
WHEN: May 10, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: UofO, White Stag Block, Rms. 142 & 144, 70 NW Couch St.
EAST:
WHEN: May 15th, 10am - 12:30pm
WHERE: David Douglas HS, Cafeteria (north), 1001 SE 135th Ave.
WEST:
WHEN: May 18, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Jackson Middle School, Cafeteria, 10625 SW 35th Ave.
For more information on the Portland Plan click here
In fact, it is and Mayor Sam Adams want to share with you a draft for implementing a new legal framework based on the Sidewalk Management Plan resolution passed by Portland City Council last year after a court ruled our local law unconstitutional.
Sidewalks are an important part of a city's common space. They are a public venue that, under law, must accommodate a range of uses. Sometimes these uses compete with each other. Sidewalks are intended to provide people with safe corridors to travel on foot. But they also provide a place for people to stop, sit, and rest. Or play music. Or panhandle.
Frustratingly, the law provides no guidance on how to resolve those competing uses. Cities are left to figure out how best to resolve those competing uses themselves. Managing public sidewalks is an ongoing challenge in Oregon and large U.S. cities.
Meanwhile, sidewalk conflicts and concerns recently have increased as government social safety net services are cut and the economic recession has pushed many more out onto the streets. And street level retail businesses have had to be more vigilant about business-related barriers to stay afloat as economic recession-related consumer spending has plummeted.
As Portland emerges from each rainy season, public usage of sidewalks increase along with more complaints about conflicting uses and illegal activities.
click here to go to the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance which contains the legal framework to better manage Portland public sidewalks based on recent court rulings, the state criminal code and the concepts of providing equal access for disabled persons as required by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It implements Portland City Council Resolution 36743 approved in October 2009.
Zero tolerance enforcement of criminal law and the creation of a sidewalk pedestrian access zone are two cornerstones of the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance. Panhandling is protected free speech under Oregon's unique state constitution. However, aggressive panhandling that involves criminal acts is not protected and the criminal acts can be prosecuted. Under this draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance approach, using more plain clothes and uniform police officers downtown, the City will use a zero-tolerance approach to these street crimes.
The link to the draft Sidewalk Management Plan ordinance creates a "pedestrian use zone," an area that measures 6 to 8 feet from the frontage line and includes each street corner. This pedestrian use zone allows for more efficient use of the available space. It is based on federal American with Disabilities Act (1990), Architectural Barriers Act (1968), and the Rehabilitation Act (1973), all of which include specific design guidelines that disabled citizens need for unobstructed passage on public sidewalks.
click here Click here to go to frequently asked questions about the Sidewalk Management Plan.
You can reply to the mayor regarding the Sidewalk Management Plan proposal at: Mayor_Sam_Adams@mail.vresp.com. All responses must be made by Friday April 2, 2010.
Portland Plan - Phase 2 Workshops
The Portland Plan will be the city's roadmap for the next 25 years, guiding decisions and investments as Portland grows and changes. Whether you have participated in the past or are just getting involved, the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability welcomes your input and ideas. Please mark your calendars to attend a Portland Plan Phase 2 Workshop this spring.
SOUTHEAST:
WHEN: April 26, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Central Catholic HS, Cafeteria, 2401 SE Stark St.
NORTHEAST:
WHEN: April 29, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Beaumont Middle School, Cafeteria, 4043 NE Fremont St.
NORTH:
WHEN: May 1, 10am - 12:30pm
WHERE: University Park Community Center, Multi-purpose Gym, 9009 N Foss Ave.
CENTRAL CITY:
WHEN: May 10, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: UofO, White Stag Block, Rms. 142 & 144, 70 NW Couch St.
EAST:
WHEN: May 15th, 10am - 12:30pm
WHERE: David Douglas HS, Cafeteria (north), 1001 SE 135th Ave.
WEST:
WHEN: May 18, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Jackson Middle School, Cafeteria, 10625 SW 35th Ave.
For more information on the Portland Plan click here
PDC Announcements
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Community Livability Grant Information Workshops
PDC is seeking proposals that will support and enhance the livability of communities within the Interstate Corridor Urban Renewal Area (ICURA). Attendance at the second of two Information Workshops is mandatory in order to apply for FY 2010-11 Community Livability Grant funds.
WHEN: Wed., April 07, 2010, 11 AM - 1 PM
Wed., April 07, 2010, 5 - 7 PM
WHERE:Kaiser Permanente Town Hall, 3704 N Interstate Ave
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Kuhn, 503-823-3406
Bridgeton Promenade Public Open House
WHEN: Monday April 12, 5pm - 7pm
WHERE: Columbia School, 716 NE Marine Drive
This open house is to review the latest designs for the Bridgeton Promenade. The current design will be based on a concept plan that was created in 2007. The Bridgeton NA meeting will immediately follow the open house.
For more information contact Kevin Cronin at 503-823-3305
PDC is seeking proposals that will support and enhance the livability of communities within the Interstate Corridor Urban Renewal Area (ICURA). Attendance at the second of two Information Workshops is mandatory in order to apply for FY 2010-11 Community Livability Grant funds.
WHEN: Wed., April 07, 2010, 11 AM - 1 PM
Wed., April 07, 2010, 5 - 7 PM
WHERE:Kaiser Permanente Town Hall, 3704 N Interstate Ave
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Kuhn, 503-823-3406
Bridgeton Promenade Public Open House
WHEN: Monday April 12, 5pm - 7pm
WHERE: Columbia School, 716 NE Marine Drive
This open house is to review the latest designs for the Bridgeton Promenade. The current design will be based on a concept plan that was created in 2007. The Bridgeton NA meeting will immediately follow the open house.
For more information contact Kevin Cronin at 503-823-3305
Portland Business Alliance 'Happenings'
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Portland Business Alliance Leadership Portland Program
Every year, the Portland Business Alliance's Leadership Portland program broadens the perspectives of existing and emerging business leaders on the most critical issues facing the region while giving back through the class participants' community impact projects. If you want to take your leadership skills to the next level, learn about the issues impacting our community and make a difference, then apply today for the next Leadership Portland class
To apply for the 2010-11 Leadership Portland program, candidates must submit an application, signature page and two letters of recommendation, one from their employer and one from a community leader by Friday April 2, 2010.
For more information about the program, check out the Alliance Web site at www.portlandalliance.com
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Portland Business Alliance along with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN), the Software Association of Oregon (SAO) and the Oregon Business Association (OBA) present the 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates' Forums. Come hear from Gubernatorial democratic candidates, Bill Bradbury and John Kitzhaber.
Wednesday, April 7, 4pm - 6pm
Portland General Electric Auditorium, 121 SW Salmon St.,
click here to register for this forum!
2010 Trust Barometer: Trust in Business Rises Globally
Trust and transparency are driving the new corporate reputation. As a result, today's business requires companies to take a multi-dimensional approach to engage with stakeholders.
To learn more about trust and its implications for your company, we invite you to be our guest for a presentation of the 11th Annual Edelman Trust Barometer, representing the opinions of 4,500 thought leaders across 20 countries on five continents.
Please bring your questions and curiosity for Gail Becker, president of Edelman's Western Region and Chair, Canada & Latin America, who will lead the presentation.
Tuesday, April 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
White Stag Building, 70 NW Couch Street
Member: $30, Non-member: $40
click here to access the registration site.
Space is limited! Pre-registration is required.
Every year, the Portland Business Alliance's Leadership Portland program broadens the perspectives of existing and emerging business leaders on the most critical issues facing the region while giving back through the class participants' community impact projects. If you want to take your leadership skills to the next level, learn about the issues impacting our community and make a difference, then apply today for the next Leadership Portland class
To apply for the 2010-11 Leadership Portland program, candidates must submit an application, signature page and two letters of recommendation, one from their employer and one from a community leader by Friday April 2, 2010.
For more information about the program, check out the Alliance Web site at www.portlandalliance.com
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Portland Business Alliance along with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN), the Software Association of Oregon (SAO) and the Oregon Business Association (OBA) present the 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates' Forums. Come hear from Gubernatorial democratic candidates, Bill Bradbury and John Kitzhaber.
Wednesday, April 7, 4pm - 6pm
Portland General Electric Auditorium, 121 SW Salmon St.,
click here to register for this forum!
2010 Trust Barometer: Trust in Business Rises Globally
Trust and transparency are driving the new corporate reputation. As a result, today's business requires companies to take a multi-dimensional approach to engage with stakeholders.
To learn more about trust and its implications for your company, we invite you to be our guest for a presentation of the 11th Annual Edelman Trust Barometer, representing the opinions of 4,500 thought leaders across 20 countries on five continents.
Please bring your questions and curiosity for Gail Becker, president of Edelman's Western Region and Chair, Canada & Latin America, who will lead the presentation.
Tuesday, April 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
White Stag Building, 70 NW Couch Street
Member: $30, Non-member: $40
click here to access the registration site.
Space is limited! Pre-registration is required.
Office of Neighborhood Involvement Items of Interst
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Give your Input on the City's Public Involvement!
The Public Involvement Advisory Council (PIAC) was created to help the City conduct more consistent and meaningful public involvement processes. The PIAC is a 34-member advisory council made up of representatives from City bureaus and community organizations. The PIAC just released its first annual progress report which we encourage you to review and give YOUR input on their draft initiatives. Please take a few moments to give us that input by completing the PIAC survey For more information on the PIAC, visit www.portlandonline.com/oni/piac or call 503-823-5202.
Five positions open on the Public Involvement Advisory Council. Apply by April 16, 2010
Are you interested in increasing the community's impact on government decisions? Would you like to work on a team to develop policies that will assist the City of Portland with involving the public in ways that are more inclusive, transparent and accountable?
If so, consider applying to serve as a volunteer member of the City of Portland's Public Involvement Advisory Council. Applications are now being accepted through April 16, 2010. The goal of this advisory council is to strengthen and institutionalize the City's commitment to public involvement and to assist City bureaus in creating consistent expectations and processes for public involvement activities. This advisory council is made up of both community members and city staff. Currently, the PIAC has five vacancies and is 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. This is a volunteer position and there are two and three year terms available, or a one year term for youth members. For more information & an application form, visit: www.portlandonline.com/oni/piac
Or contact: Afifa Ahmed-Shafi
Public Involvement Best Practices Program
Office of Neighborhood Involvement, City of Portland
afifa.ahmed-shafi@portlandoregon.gov, (503) 823-5202
http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/involve
N/NE Portland Residents, Property and Business Owners Invited to N/NE Neighborhood Portland Plan Retreat
The Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods is hosting a Portland Plan Retreat. This event is open to all of North and Northeast Portland neighborhoods and we encourage residents, organizations and businesses to send a representative!
The purpose of this retreat is to convene neighbors living within the bounds of the Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (Neighborhoods include: Alameda, Boise, Concordia, Eliot, Grant Park, Humboldt, Irvington, King, Sabin, Sullivan's Gulch, Vernon and Woodlawn) (Business Districts include: North Portland BA, N/NE BA, Historic Mississippi BA and Hollywood Boosters) to address local concerns and examine how to advocate for needs as the Portland Plan process continues over the next 3 years and beyond.
Using interactive, popular education techniques, attendees will be encouraged to voice and identify community issues to be taken into account as the City of Portland creates the Portland Plan. Past community plans will be presented as a helpful guide for starting this process. Topics to be addressed include, but are not limited to, health, equity, housing, transportation, business, education, jobs, arts and culture, parks, etc.
WHAT: N/NE Neighborhoods Portland Plan Retreat
WHEN: Saturday, April 3rd, 10am-1pm
WHERE: Curious Comedy at Vanport Plaza, 5225 NE MLK Blvd. (north of Alberta)
Light refreshments provided
RSVP to Lauren McCartney at lauren@necoalition.org or 503-823-4135.
The Public Involvement Advisory Council (PIAC) was created to help the City conduct more consistent and meaningful public involvement processes. The PIAC is a 34-member advisory council made up of representatives from City bureaus and community organizations. The PIAC just released its first annual progress report which we encourage you to review and give YOUR input on their draft initiatives. Please take a few moments to give us that input by completing the PIAC survey For more information on the PIAC, visit www.portlandonline.com/oni/piac or call 503-823-5202.
Five positions open on the Public Involvement Advisory Council. Apply by April 16, 2010
Are you interested in increasing the community's impact on government decisions? Would you like to work on a team to develop policies that will assist the City of Portland with involving the public in ways that are more inclusive, transparent and accountable?
If so, consider applying to serve as a volunteer member of the City of Portland's Public Involvement Advisory Council. Applications are now being accepted through April 16, 2010. The goal of this advisory council is to strengthen and institutionalize the City's commitment to public involvement and to assist City bureaus in creating consistent expectations and processes for public involvement activities. This advisory council is made up of both community members and city staff. Currently, the PIAC has five vacancies and is 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. This is a volunteer position and there are two and three year terms available, or a one year term for youth members. For more information & an application form, visit: www.portlandonline.com/oni/piac
Or contact: Afifa Ahmed-Shafi
Public Involvement Best Practices Program
Office of Neighborhood Involvement, City of Portland
afifa.ahmed-shafi@portlandoregon.gov, (503) 823-5202
http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/involve
N/NE Portland Residents, Property and Business Owners Invited to N/NE Neighborhood Portland Plan Retreat
The Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods is hosting a Portland Plan Retreat. This event is open to all of North and Northeast Portland neighborhoods and we encourage residents, organizations and businesses to send a representative!
The purpose of this retreat is to convene neighbors living within the bounds of the Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (Neighborhoods include: Alameda, Boise, Concordia, Eliot, Grant Park, Humboldt, Irvington, King, Sabin, Sullivan's Gulch, Vernon and Woodlawn) (Business Districts include: North Portland BA, N/NE BA, Historic Mississippi BA and Hollywood Boosters) to address local concerns and examine how to advocate for needs as the Portland Plan process continues over the next 3 years and beyond.
Using interactive, popular education techniques, attendees will be encouraged to voice and identify community issues to be taken into account as the City of Portland creates the Portland Plan. Past community plans will be presented as a helpful guide for starting this process. Topics to be addressed include, but are not limited to, health, equity, housing, transportation, business, education, jobs, arts and culture, parks, etc.
WHAT: N/NE Neighborhoods Portland Plan Retreat
WHEN: Saturday, April 3rd, 10am-1pm
WHERE: Curious Comedy at Vanport Plaza, 5225 NE MLK Blvd. (north of Alberta)
Light refreshments provided
RSVP to Lauren McCartney at lauren@necoalition.org or 503-823-4135.
East Portland Chamber Events
Meetings
are held every Wednesday morning from 7:30am to 9:00am, hosted by a
different chamber member each week. There is no charge and visitors are
always welcome.
Join EPCC for a presentation on Business Blogging by: David Westbrook and Kristin Schuchman. You won't want to miss this excellent opportunity to learn more about blogging.
Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Time: 7:30am-9:00am
2010 East Portland Chamber Annual Golf Tournament! Save the date and sign up early! Tournament will be held on Friday, June 11th, 2010 at Colwood National Golf Course. $85.00 per golfer early registration includes 18 holes of golf, two carts per foursome, hamburgers, soft drinks and prizes! The discounted EARLY BIRD registration fee for the East Portland Chamber of Commerce annual golf tournament at Colwood Golf Course June 11th @ 9:AM will increase from $300.00 per 4 person team to $340.00 per 4 person team as of April First (no fooling !!) Sign up now to save $$$. Just Google East Portland Chamber of Commerce and the application is on line and down-loadable. Remember we are offering a first place trophy in the "business association" category, that will be a forwarded trophy for the years to come.! a href="http://www.eastportlandchamberofcommerce.com/assets/EPCCgolf-2010registration.pdf"> click here to go to the registration form! IF YOUR BUSINESS DISTRICT ASSOCIATION IS SENDING A TEAM TO THE EPCC GOLF TOURNAMENT, PLEASE CONTACT RICHARD KIELY AT richard@homerungraphics.net and let him know!!
Click here to access additional chamber activities on their website.
Join EPCC for a presentation on Business Blogging by: David Westbrook and Kristin Schuchman. You won't want to miss this excellent opportunity to learn more about blogging.
Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Time: 7:30am-9:00am
2010 East Portland Chamber Annual Golf Tournament! Save the date and sign up early! Tournament will be held on Friday, June 11th, 2010 at Colwood National Golf Course. $85.00 per golfer early registration includes 18 holes of golf, two carts per foursome, hamburgers, soft drinks and prizes! The discounted EARLY BIRD registration fee for the East Portland Chamber of Commerce annual golf tournament at Colwood Golf Course June 11th @ 9:AM will increase from $300.00 per 4 person team to $340.00 per 4 person team as of April First (no fooling !!) Sign up now to save $$$. Just Google East Portland Chamber of Commerce and the application is on line and down-loadable. Remember we are offering a first place trophy in the "business association" category, that will be a forwarded trophy for the years to come.! a href="http://www.eastportlandchamberofcommerce.com/assets/EPCCgolf-2010registration.pdf"> click here to go to the registration form! IF YOUR BUSINESS DISTRICT ASSOCIATION IS SENDING A TEAM TO THE EPCC GOLF TOURNAMENT, PLEASE CONTACT RICHARD KIELY AT richard@homerungraphics.net and let him know!!
Click here to access additional chamber activities on their website.
PSU Business Outreach Program
Business Development Workshops Start on April 7
The Business Outreach Program at Portland State University provides technical assistance and business consulting services to locally owned, small businesses. As part of our ongoing services to Portland's small business owners we would like to invite you to our next Business Development Workshop Series. This session is geared to small businesses who have recently started and for those who are looking to grow their business.
Start Date: Wednesday, April 7th | 6:30-8pm
Duration: 5 sessions, meeting each Wednesday evening through May 5th
Cost: Sliding scale ($25-$75) based on income level.
Register today: bop@sba.pdx.edu OR 503-725-9820
Our Mission:The Business Outreach Program's mission is to help small businesses, including emerging, minority and women-owned businesses, achieve their potential while providing students with opportunities for community-based learning.
For More Information About Us: www.sba.pdx.edu/bop
The Business Outreach Program at Portland State University provides technical assistance and business consulting services to locally owned, small businesses. As part of our ongoing services to Portland's small business owners we would like to invite you to our next Business Development Workshop Series. This session is geared to small businesses who have recently started and for those who are looking to grow their business.
Start Date: Wednesday, April 7th | 6:30-8pm
Duration: 5 sessions, meeting each Wednesday evening through May 5th
Cost: Sliding scale ($25-$75) based on income level.
Register today: bop@sba.pdx.edu OR 503-725-9820
Our Mission:The Business Outreach Program's mission is to help small businesses, including emerging, minority and women-owned businesses, achieve their potential while providing students with opportunities for community-based learning.
For More Information About Us: www.sba.pdx.edu/bop
Sustainable Business Network News
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is a lot of talk about 'green jobs' and the elements of 'sustainable'
economy. Come learn how business owners, community members and working
families can help support a local, living economy that is responsive
to preserving our quality of life, and is committed to our planet, our
people and our prosperity while providing good working wage jobs and
creating a climate for entrepreneurship and small business growth. A
panel of presenters will discuss how they view the
role of local independent and small businesses in a new greener economy
as well as how local capital can be made available to help grow the
successful businesses we already have.
Presenters:
Bill Bradbury, former sec'y of State, candidate for Governor
Rex Burkholder, Metro Councilor, Dist. 5
Mary Edmeades, VP, Albina Bank
Jared Gardner, Real Wealth of Portland
WHEN: Thursday, April 8, 6pm - 8pm
WHERE: Center for Architecture, 403 NW 11th Ave. & Flanders
$10/SBNP members, $15/Non members $20/At the door.
RSVP by April 5th at 503-232-2943
Presenters:
Bill Bradbury, former sec'y of State, candidate for Governor
Rex Burkholder, Metro Councilor, Dist. 5
Mary Edmeades, VP, Albina Bank
Jared Gardner, Real Wealth of Portland
WHEN: Thursday, April 8, 6pm - 8pm
WHERE: Center for Architecture, 403 NW 11th Ave. & Flanders
$10/SBNP members, $15/Non members $20/At the door.
RSVP by April 5th at 503-232-2943
Portland Transportation Topics
Studded tire season extended to April 11
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> ODOT today announced it will extend the studded tire season to 12:01 a.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010. Motorists should remove their studded tires by then. ODOT is working closely with the Washington State Department of Transportation, which is announcing the same decision.
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> The season was scheduled to end April 1 at 12:01 a.m. Major changes in the weather forecast, the ferocity of weather storms predicted for the next several days and citizen input convinced ODOT to extend the deadline. Drivers are reminded to use extreme caution and be prepared for harh winter conditions in Oregon's mountain ranges.
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> ODOT encourages drivers to consider other types of traction tires or chains because studded tires cause at least $11 million damage each year on city streets, county roads and state highways. Other types of traction tires are available. These traction tires meet Rubber Manufacturers Association standards for use in severe snow conditions and carry a special symbol on the tire sidewall showing a three-peaked mountain and snowflake. Research shows these tires provide better traction than studded tires when used on bare pavement.
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> Drivers with studded tires on their vehicles in Oregon after the deadline can be charged with a Class C traffic violation, which currently carries a minimum $190 fine.
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