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Recently, an Arlington Heights neighbor reported that his car was prowled, and that his garage door opener was used to access his home's attached garage—which provided access into the home. Fortunately, that did not happen. Northwest Portland Crime Prevention Coordinator Frank Silva counsels neighbors: "Please remember, some simple steps can greatly reduce your chances of being a victim of a car prowl. Car prowlers more...
Another great way to improve your neighborhood! Here's more from Portland Parks & Rec: Volunteers are needed to take the lead in protecting and maintaining Portland's Urban Forest. Join a group of committed volunteers for 5 classes to become a Neighborhood Tree Steward. Classes will be taught by a variety of tree experts and will utilize a hands-on and active-learning format to teach participants about tree more...
The TriMet-sponsored and NECN-operated Rider Advocates Program is unfortunately slated to end on September 30, 2009 due to the bad economy and TriMet's financial situation. Since finding out this information earlier this month, NECN has been continuing talks with TriMet to see what may be possible. In the meantime, NECN and our Rider Advocates are collecting signatures on a "Public Statement of Support for the NECN more...
The first hearing of the Portland Air Quality Workgroup of the House Interim Health Care Committee will take place Friday, August 7 at the Port of Portland headquarters. The workgroup will hear testimony regarding the health effects of air quality.The Portland-area members of the House Health Care Committee decided to form an interim workgroup in response to constituent concerns about the health effects of air conditions in northern more...
This just in from Rep. Mitch Greenlick...The first hearing of the Portland Air Quality Workgroup of the House Interim Health Care Committee will take place Friday, August 7 at the Port of Portland headquarters. The workgroup will hear testimony regarding the health effects of air quality.The Portland-area members of the House Health Care Committee decided to form an interim workgroup in response to constituent concerns about the health more...
Good news for Portland neighbors with air quality concerns. This just hit our inbox: Representative Mitch Greenlick (D-NW Portland) today announced the formation of a workgroup of the House Health Care Committee to study the health effects of Portland-area air quality. Joining Rep. Greenlick, chair of the committee, on the workgroup are Representatives Tina Kotek (D-N/NE Portland), Michael Dembrow (D-NE Portland) and Ben Cannon more...
Jobs with Justice and St. Charles Church will hold a Neighborhood Town Hall on the Economic Crisis to discuss the cause of the crisis, our government's response, and practical solutions in the interests of ordinary people instead of corporate and bank CEOs. Save the Date! What: With rising unemployment, foreclosures, and unsustainable health care costs, a neighborhood town hall will be held to discuss the cause of this more...
Lately, we've heard a lot about digital upgrades for TV. The Federal government has mandated that broadcasters upgrade their broadcasts to digital and Comcast is moving most of its channels to digital. With all this talk of upgrades and adaptor boxes, it's easy to get confused about how these upgrades will affect you. It's important to understand that the two upgrades are independent and not related. The Federal more...
Currently the draft City of Portland budget included a 50% cut in funds to the Graffiti Abatement Program. This loss of funds will put an end to free removal services to homeowners and small businesses. Already, the Abandoned Auto Hotline was saved from elimination due to public pressure on city council. You are encouraged to submit your support for Graffiti Abatement to all of our city commissioners via phone, email or more...
We've received notification that Metro's Voucher Program is in danger of being cut from its budget. As a result, the coalition offices are sending out pleas for your support. The letter from Southeast Uplift was particularly succinct and helpful, so we're posting it here for use by all 95 Portland neighborhoods. Our thanks to Tim O'Neal for this information!As you know, many Portland neighborhoods hold annual neighborhood cleanups. more...