Now here's a good idea: if you need a tool for a project—don't buy it—check it out from the local tool library. That's just what NE neighbors will be able to do as of July 19th with the opening of the NE Portland Tool Library at NE 20th and Killingsworth.
All you need to check out equipment is a NE Portland address and one form of ID. Borrow. Return. Repeat.
If you have a tool to donate, contact Tom at tomscot51@yahoo.com or 503.539.1756. For more information on the NE Tool Library, contact Eric at ericfairlayman@yahoo.com or 503.754.0534.
what a fabulous idea! it seems to be a very innovative way to build community and curb unnecessary consumerism.
I know!!! This is so practical for any community. North Portland already has onethose trendsetters! :-D
awesome! i was always bummed that we couldn't borrow from the north portland tool library so thanks y'all for getting this together!!!
Excellent idea.
Next step -- neighborhood lawnmower sharing.
Excellent idea.
Next step -- neighborhood lawnmower sharing.
Who knowsmaybe someone will donate one!
Was so excited about taking advantage of the NE tool library so I called only to be told that even though I live in NE Portland (Parkrose to be exact) that I was excluded from this opportunity. Seems the boundary lines were drawn arbitrarily. Kind of like Some of the PPS school district lines (IE: Grant, Lincoln and such) Hope the administrators of this project will reconsider.