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Nov 16,2008
Input needed on Killingsworth Traffic Concerns
by Trace
“Stuart Gwin of PDOT will be meeting with representatives from King, Concordia, and Vernon to discuss traffic safety issues along Killingsworth, as there is an allocation of PDOT funds dedicated to improving conditions. If you have opinions about traffic conditions along Killingsworth, specifically between MLK and NE 10th, please let us know by responding to this posting. Are you concerned about sidewalks? Visibility? Traffic lights? General speed? Biking? Give your input to: Maureen Mimiaga melspethk @yahoo.com See below for some issues that other neighborhoods have mentioned as examples: Northeast Killingsworth Traffic Safety Issues This is a list of traffic safety issues collected by residents who live near NE Killingsworth between MLK and NE 72 nd Avenue. Vernon Neighborhood Speeds are high - evident by fact that people commonly park their cars on sidewalks between NE 14 th and NE 17 th to avoid getting their rearview mirrors smashed
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Nov 11,2008
City Prepares for Wind and Rain
by pearlgirl
The City of Portland's Transportation Maintenance Operations is preparing for rain and wind storms forecasted by the National Weather Service to occur over the next 48 hours. Crews will be working the Veteran's Day holiday today to keep catch basins, culverts, and trash racks clear of debris in response to recent rains and in preparation for more. The City is prepared to deal with downed trees, limbs, and leaves and standing water issues that strong winds and heavy rain could bring.The City advises residents that they can help reduce street flooding by periodically clearing catch basins (grated storm drains) near their property. The following simple actions can help keep streets open and catch basins clear: Use a rake or pitch fork to clear leaves and debris from catch basins so that water can drain easily. Do not rake leaves into the street. Pile them on the curb in the planting strip (grassy area between the sidewalk and the street). The City's leaf removal servi
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Nov 7,2008
Prostitution Increases on North Interstate
by shooter
According to The Portland Sentinel , prostitution is on the rise along North Interstate Avenue, Peninsula Park, and along Northeast MLK, based on police and resident reports.The rise in prostitution could be a result of the increased pressure the Portland Police Department is putting on 82nd Avenue. As we posted in May, residents saw a sharp increase in prostitution when the No Prostitution Zone expired. PPD increased its presence along 82nd Avenue and neighbors created a foot patrol to put pressure on prostitutes. As a result, prostitution along 82nd Avenue is down.
Often though, prostitution activity moves to areas where there is less pressure. Residents along 82nd thought some prostitution had moved out to 122nd Avenue, but it also moved to the North Interstate area.
North Interstate residents should report any suspicious activity to the police. Following the lead of residents along 82nd Avenue, North P
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Oct 31,2008
Citywide Accessibility Tool Launched
by where's lulu
The new Portland-only web site Where's Lulu is a free, online database where Portlanders can rate and review places and services (mostly businesses) based on their accessibility. Example: Are the curb cuts next to the bus stop in front of a Stumptown Coffee Roasters wheelchair-friendly? A search tool allows for filtering using criteria such as whether nearby public transit options exist. Coming up: The ability to upload photos depicting accessibility or inaccessibility of businesses. We founded the site to provide info making it easier for disabled people to get from point A to point B, as well as to establish higher standards of accessibility for businesses and public places in general. The local disabled community is already on board, with users voicing opinions on everything from just how close a Mac Store is to the MAX line, to the wheelchair maneuverability between aisles at swank Southeast eatery Noble Rot. To join Where's Lulu for free, or to learn more, visit http
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Oct 29,2008
New Rules for Wireless Phone Towers
by shooter
Wireless phone towers are pretty much ubiquitous these days. We see many design review requests for placing these on the roofs of buildings. Homeowner Associations or property owners can collect fees by allowing companies to use their roof space for these antennas.Residential Neighborhoods
In residential neighborhoods it's a different story since most structures are single-family residences of only one or two stories. In neighborhoods, phone companies pay fees to the city for using utility poles for their antennas. The city's Office of Cable Communications & Franchise Management surveyed residents about the placement of these antennas and received a huge amount of feedback. Read the Portland Tribune's story for details.
New Rules
As a result the city is proposing new rules for these antenna poles. Among other proposed rules, the height of the antenna poles would be reduced form 50 to 40 feet in resid
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Oct 25,2008
King Neighborhood Association October Minutes
by Trace
Revised 10/23/08 King Neighborhood Association Minutes from Board Meeting October 8, 2008 List of attendees (at end of minutes) Quorum met. Agenda (Exhibit 1) Minutes from September meeting The minutes from September 10, 2008 were approved with minor clarifications about the concerns of the neighbors of the Miracles Club and clarifying Allyson Spencer's role on the MLK Advisory Committee. Standing reports Public safety action committee meetings Charles Boardman reported that the committee discussed the theft of catalytic converters, and will be working with vendors and muffler shops which will provide free welds to prevent theft. Planned Parenthood Regional Service Center (Exhibit 2) Planned Parenthood is closing on land with the Portland Development Commission, and will hold a ground breaking on 10/22. David Greenberg, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood, provided im
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Oct 13,2008
Gift Trees-Green Gifts that Keep on Giving
by pearlgirl
This holiday season, give your friends and family green gifts that keep on giving as they grow—Gift Trees and Gift Groves. For $35 you can order a Gift Tree, and for $100 you can order a Gift Grove. Friends of Trees will plant the young native trees in local natural areas in need of restoration. Orders can be placed at "Gift Trees" at www.FriendsofTrees.org. You can include the name of the person the trees will be planted in honor of, a personalized message, and the name of the person giving the gift. Friends of Trees will print your gift acknowledgment card and mail it for you within three business days of the date you place your order. In addition to slowing climate change, trees reduce air and water pollution by trapping pollutants on their leaves and roots, and they help us even more as they grow. Buying a gift tree leaves a living legacy for the people you love. To learn more about Gift Trees or Friends of Trees, visit www.FriendsofTrees.org or call Melissa at 50
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Oct 13,2008
King School PTA October Minutes
by Trace
King School PTA Meeting Summary October 2, 2008 Introductions of those in attendance. Marlys Mock provided the presidents report and LaDrena Rhodes provided the principals report. Student directory Some participants expressed concern about misuse or abuse of student's personal information. One meeting participant suggested selling advertising (Winterhaven's directory was distributed as a sample). Some suggestions included: Give more time for parents to opt out (original opt out date was Oct. 1) Ask parents to sign for a directory at the office Add a disclaimer in the directory that indicates it's use to avoid telemarketers or others from using the information in a negative way Before school care The group discussed options for before school care. The group agreed to increase the knowledge and awareness of the YMCA's before school program to care for kids (begins at 6:00 a.m.). Teachers will also provide this information to kids without morning care. The group w
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Oct 1,2008
The Sentinel’s Doggie Tales
by shooter
Doggie Tales is a cute title for a bold piece of journalism. The Sentinel 's publisher and managing editor, Cornelius Swart , addresses an issue that I, and I'm sure many, are not aware even exists. When you think of dogs in Portland, you think of one of the most dog-friendly cities in the country. Dogs are part of the family, treated like surrogate children—even dressed in doggie clothes. Swart and Judith Mowry , one of the creators of the Gentrification Restorative Listening Project , have teamed up to address an issue for many African-Americans. It's the perception that as whites move into an area they believe isn't safe; they get a dog for protection. African-Americans view dogs as a wedge issue. In getting the dog for protection, you view everyone as a suspect. The dog is being used as a barrier. The issue is partly a gentrification issue, but it also relates historically to how dogs were used by whites to intimidate African-Americans. Swart has held a
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Sep 30,2008
Portland Seeking New Members for the City's Pedestrian Advisory Committee
by pearlgirl
The City of Portland is seeking new members for its Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Portland's Pedestrian Advisory Committee is a standing citizen advisory committee active since the early 1990s. Its purpose is to advise the Mayor and City Council and City departments on all matters that encourage and enhance walking as a means of transportation, recreation, wellness, and environmental enhancement. Committee members meet monthly in the evening on the third Tuesday of each month. They review and make recommendations on the following: planning documents affecting pedestrians pedestrian projects projects with pedestrian facilities funding priorities for pedestrian-related projects activities of other jurisdictions that affect pedestrians in Portland maintaining and periodically updating the Portland Pedestrian Design Guide and Pedestrian Master Plan. The committee is composed of 9-13 members appointed to a four-year term. To qualify, applicants mu
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