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Healthy Homes Workshop Monday, November 21, 7-8 PM

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When: Monday, November 21, 7-8 PM
Where: King School Facility, 4815 NE 7th Ave., entrance on 7th
RSVP to katy at necoalition.org

Reduce your family’s exposure to the contaminants and chemicals that can trigger asthma, allergies and other health concerns. Win prizes, make recipes and play games while discussing healthy, cost-effective alternatives to store-bought cleaners!

This workshop is lead by Josiah Hill III Clinic and hosted by NECN’s Safety and Livability Team. Josiah Hill III Clinic is an environmental health non-profit located in NE Portland. Josiah Hill III Clinic’s focus is on providing families in Portland with the tools and information they need to create healthy and safe home environments. They offer free blood lead screenings for families at risk for lead poisoning and a variety of workshops to support the community in creating Healthy Homes, Healthy Childcare, Healthy Equity and Green Cleaning Solutions. To learn more or to schedule a blood lead test or workshop, please call (503) 802-7389.

Inaugural Games on Tuominen Yard Saturday, November 12

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This Saturday, the Concordia men and women’s soccer teams will host the Cascade Collegiate Conference tournament championship games with an automatic bid to the NAIA National Championships at stake. In an amazing development which was just confirmed today, these games will take place on campus in the new Concordia University & Community Athletic Complex! The Grand Opening for the complex is still planned for March 3, 2012 (save the date). We wanted you to be in the loop about this weekend’s unexpected opportunity to watch our remarkable soccer teams play the inaugural games on Tuominen Yard in the new complex.
Inaugural Games on Tuominen Yard
Saturday, November 12
4:00 p.m. – Men’s Soccer vs. Corban Warriors
7:00 p.m. – Women’s Soccer vs. Northwest Eagles
Concordia University & Community Athletic Complex
2715 NE Liberty, Portland, OR 97211

Neighborhood Prosperity Initiative Kick-off Meeting Monday, November 7, 2011 – 5:30 – 8:00 pm IRCO – 10301 NE Glisan St.

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Participate in the Portland Development Commission’s Neighborhood Prosperity Initiative (NPI).

This program was announced by Mayor Sam Adams recently and will focus investments in priority neighborhoods to:

  • Boost neighborhood business growth
  • Provide economic development opportunities
  • Improve community-wide prosperity
  • Build leadership using a community-driven, self-help approach

Our community has TWO of six areas identified as eligible to participate in this important and transformative initiative: 42nd Avenue and Cully Blvd

Please join your fellow community members at the NPI Kick-off to learn how you can improve your neighborhood business district.

For questions, please contact: Dana DeKlyen 503-823-3312 or DeKlyenD at pdc.us

 

Art on Alberta Seeks Board Members!

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Get involved in Portland’s hyper local arts focused community! Join Art on Alberta’s small but mighty all-volunteer board. The community art-focused nonprofit is currently calling for volunteers for two board positions: Secretary, and Education Outreach Coordinator.

Art on Alberta is accepting letters of interest, resumes, and three references for each board position immediately. Each position is open until filled. Screened applicants can expect an in-person interview with Art on Alberta board members. Please submit your materials electronically to: president at artonalberta.org or in paper form to: Art on Alberta, 1526 NE Alberta Street #101, Portland, OR 97211. Please click here to download information about the positions and Art on Alberta‘s promotion of the Alberta Art District’s distinct cultural identity through art and educational activities.

Draft Portland Plan subject of public hearings in November

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Planning and Sustainability Commission to hear public testimony about long-range plan for the city

Portland, OR. — Now that the Portland Plan – Proposed Draft is available for public review, the Planning and Sustainability Commission (PSC) will be holding public hearings in November to receive public testimony. Comments from the public will help the commissioners prepare their recommendation to City Council in early 2012.

The Portland Plan sets a 25-year direction for Portland’s future and includes a five-year action plan to address equity, job growth, education and a healthy environment. The commission wants to hear public comments on the equity framework, the integrated strategies and the citywide measures of success in the draft Portland Plan.

To accommodate community members and reach a broader audience, two of the three hearings will be held offsite — one in North Portland at Jefferson High School and the other in East Portland at Parkrose High School. The third hearing will be held at the PSC’s usual meeting place in downtown Portland.

Portland Plan Hearings (public comments welcome)

Tuesday, November 8
5:30 – 9 p.m.
Jefferson High School
5210 N Kerby Avenue

Tuesday, November 15
5:30 – 9 p.m.
Parkrose High School
12003 NE Shaver Street

Tuesday, November 29
5:30 – 9 p.m.
1900 SW 4th Ave., Suite 2500A

Work Session and Recommendation (no testimony taken)

Tuesday, December 13
12:30 p.m.
1900 SW 4th Ave., Suite 2500A

To submit written comments by email: Send comments to psc@portlandoregon.gov with the subject line “Portland Plan testimony.”

To submit written comments by mail: Send a letter with your comments to the Planning and Sustainability Commission, 1900 SW 4th Ave., Portland, OR 97201-5380, Attn: Portland Plan testimony. For more information or if you have questions, please call 503-823-1303.

Comments on the Portland Plan – Proposed Draft will be taken until Nov. 30, 2011. After that, the PSC will present their recommendation to City Council in early 2012.

Tips for Commenting
When submitting testimony to the PSC (whether in person or in writing), please share the following:
What part of the plan are you testifying about?
What are the reasons you like something or would like to change something? Facts that support your reasons are always a good idea.
How does the proposal affect you or your organization?
Because of the anticipated volume of testifiers, comments will be limited to 3 minutes per person.

About the Planning and Sustainability Commission
The Planning and Sustainability Commission is a volunteer group that advises City Council on Portland’s long-range goals, policies and programs for land use, planning and sustainability.

About the Portland Plan
The Portland Plan is a long-range plan designed to make Portland prosperous, healthy and equitable between now and 2035. For more information, go to www.pdxplan.com

Staff will make reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Please notify us no fewer than five (5) business days prior to the event by phone at 503-823-7700, by the TTY line at 503-823-6868, or by the Oregon Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

Portland Financial Planning Day, Saturday, October 22, 2011

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City of Portland, CASH Oregon, and the Financial Planning Association of Portland invite you to attend Portland Financial Planning Day on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Portland Building where you’ll be able to meet one-on-one with dozens of professional financial planners to discuss your personal finance questions, concerns and interests.

Information will be provided on a pro-bono basis by experts from the Financial Planning Association and highly qualified CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals. There are no strings attached – volunteering financial planners will not pass out business cards, marketing materials or sell products or services.

You may seek information and advice on a wide range of topics, including:

GENERAL FINANCIAL PLANNING
Buying a Home – Debt Management
Building a College Fund – Savings Goals

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Job Loss and Job Change – Foreclosure Assistance
Change in Marital Status

INVESTMENT PLANNING
Investment Strategies – Asset Accumulation
Generating Investment Income

RETIREMENT PLANNING
Building a Retirement Fund – 401(k) and 403(b) Plans
IRA Accounts – Social Security

INCOME TAX PLANNING
Tax Reduction Strategies
Charitable Contributions – Small Business Taxation

ESTATE PLANNING
Building an Inheritance – Wills and Trusts
Estate Tax Strategies

INSURANCE PLANNING
Life Insurance Coverage – Disability Insurance
Long-term Care Planning

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Managing Health Insurance – Health Savings Accounts
Pension Benefits

NECN Community Economic Development Council Speaker Series

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Where:
Curious Comedy
5225 NE MLK Blvd
Portland, OR 97211
Tues, Nov 1, 2011 6-8PM

“The Supreme purpose of history is a better world”
– Herbert Hoover

A panel discussion and Q&A for those interested in Learning more about grassroots economic development & how to expand current small business and economic endevors.

Panelists:

  • Carl Talton, former Co-chair of the N/NE Economic Development Allianc
  • Dr. Karen Gibson, Assoc. Professor, Urban studies & Planning,
  • Paul Knauls, Small Business Owner (Geneva’s Shears Barbershop)

RSVP – 503.823.4264 – imani at necoalition.org

Learn to make your energy savings grow, sign up for a free Be wattsmart Workshop.

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This is one class where the subject matter will save you plenty of money. Pacific Power is pleased to present Be wattsmart Workshops in your area. Please join us for an enlightening evening of tips, advice and some tasty refreshments. This workshop sold out last year, please register now at www.pacificpower.net/bewattsmart!

The smarter you are about energy, the lower your electric bill will be.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011
6:15 – 7:45 pm
McMenamins – Kennedy School –  Gymnasium
5736 NE 33rd Ave
Portland, OR 97211

The workshop will put you on the path to greater energy efficiency and lower electric bills by teaching you how to:

  • Identify your household energy use and how it changes over time
  • Take a whole-home approach to energy efficiency
  • Recognize the most cost-efficient energy improvements for your home
  • Save energy and improve your home’s comfort, health and safety
  • Save money with Energy Trust incentives

During the workshop, we’ll also answer the following questions:

  • What uses the most energy at home: appliances, heating and cooling systems, lighting?
  • How can I use less energy at home?
  • Do I need to buy new energy-efficient equipment or just change my habits?
  • What cash incentives are available for new appliances, lighting or other energy efficient equipment?

Register now at www.pacificpower.net/bewattsmart!

Kari Greer
Community Relations
Oregon Energy Efficiency
Pacific Power
825 NE Multnomah, Ste 2000
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 813-5642 office
(503) 813-7274 fax
kari.greer at pacificorp.com