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Dec 18,2008
Pre-Application Conference to Temporarily Relocate Riverdale Grade School
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As part of the process for replacing the Riverdale Grade School , a pre-application conference has been scheduled for the proposal to temporarily relocate the elementary school to the former Smith Elementary School . Because Smith Elementary has been closed for over three years, and the number of students will exceed the historical enrollment for Smith Elementary by more than 10%, a Type III Conditional Use review is required.The plan to replace Riverdale Grade School has been controversial. The existing school was designed by Portland architect A. E. Doyle , and many in the community believe the building should be restored and preserved for its historical significance. In addition, the cost to preserve the structure and build an additional structure for more classrooms is within the budget for the project.
The Riverdale School District Board , however, has decided, with a 4 to 1 vote, to demolish the existing Riverdale Grade School and replace
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Dec 18,2008
Made in Oregon Sign Update
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The pre-application conference for the proposed change to the "Made in Oregon" sign occurred on December 9, 2008. The result of that conference was a list of procedural requirements for the applicant, Ramsay Signs , to follow. A pre-application conference is a way to get your "ducks" in a row prior to submitting an application to the Bureau of Development Services.
The next step is for Ramsay Signs to file its Historic Design Review application. Once the application has been reviewed, a hearing is scheduled, and the public has been notified of the Design Review hearing, the public can comment on the proposal. Details for submitting comments will be included in the public notice, and we will provide that as soon as the notice is distributed.
If you would like more information, the Bureau of Development Services has created a web page for the proposal. The page includes a detailed description
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Dec 15,2008
Notes of Interest » Dec 12 - 14
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Here are stories you may have missed over the weekend while you were trying to stay warm. (photo: Portland Mercury)
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Dec 10,2008
More on the "Made in Oregon" Sign
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The Daily Journal of Commerce provides some good insight into the proposed change to the "Made in Oregon" sign. Most notably, the sign has been changed twice since it was originally erected with "White Satin" for the White Satin Sugar Company. It was changed to "White Stag" in 1957, then to "Made in Oregon" in 1996. While the sign itself is a historic landmark, that designation only has influence over the character and design of the sign, not what it says.The next step for the change is for the application to come before the Historic Landmarks Commission. We'll let you know when that will happen.
Related links: White Stag Sign, a Portland Icon in Old Town, May Change Soon University of Oregon Proposes to Change "Made in Oregon" Sign
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Nov 25,2008
University of Oregon Proposes to Change "Made in Oregon" sign
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A pre-application conference has been requested to discuss proposed changes to the Made in Oregon sign that resides on the White Stage Building in Old Town. The proposal is to change the words on the sign from "Made in Oregon" to "University of Oregon." According to Brian Libby at Portland Architecture , the deer, typeface and typeface size are restricted, but not the words. Made in Oregon aren't the original words for the sign and White Stag isn't the original brand, the sign was originally for White Satin Sugar.
That hasn't stopped critics from voicing their opposition to the change to the Bureau of Development Services, according to the Portland Business Journal . Critics contend that the change would make sign less welcoming to visitors.
Tell us what you think, should the sign be changed or not?
Details for the Pre-Application Conference:
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Oct 31,2008
Globe Hotel Pre-Application Conference
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The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is moving to new digs in Old Town Chinatown. Their architect, Ankrom Moisan , has applied for a pre-application conference for the proposed renovation of the Globe Hotel building at 88 NW Davis Street. The proposed renovation includes the addition of a 5,000 square foot fifth floor, and 3,500 square feet on the ground floor that may be used for retail. Another proposed modification to the building reduces the window area on the ground floor along NW Davis.Founded in 1983, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is a nonprofit educational institution dedicated to advancing healthcare and the art of healing. It was one of the first Oriental medicine colleges in the United States to provide masters-level instruction. In 2005, it became the first college in the nation to graduate doctors of acupuncture and Oriental medicine. The school is currently located at 10525 SE Cherry Blossom Drive. The school has 241 students
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Oct 6,2008
Kenton's Paul Bunyan Statue on the National Register of Historic Places?
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This Friday the State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation could nominate the Paul Bunyan statue in Kenton to the National Register of Historic Places.The 31-foot tall statue has stood in Kenton for close to 50 years. Built in 1959, it was originally intended to last about 6 months as part of a statewide celebration of Oregon's centennial. The neighborhood embraced the statue as a link to its working class roots. It is now the recognized image of the Kenton neighborhood.
If the Committee on Historic Preservation votes to nominate the statue, the nomination is then forwarded to the Keeper of the National Register. Once received, the Keeper has 45 days to approve or deny the nomination. If approved, it would be the first Oregon roadside attraction to make it on the list.
Related links:
Portland Tribune story
National Register of Historic Places
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Sep 24,2008
More On the U.S. Custom House
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Brian Libby at Portland Architecture talks about the current status of the Custom House. His post is a really good summary of the recent history of the building and is a good facilitator to get people thinking about what to do with the building. It's a good read. Related posts and links: United States Custom House Photo Tour GSA Decides to "Dispose" of Portland Custom House Custom House History General Services Administration Buildling Information Portland Tribune — Building Pivotal to Area's Revival General Services Administration website
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Sep 22,2008
Smithsonian’s Museum Day, See Four Portland Museums Free
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Looking for something to do this Saturday? Why not go to a museum- FREE ! Saturday, Sept 27th is Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day . Smithsonian has arranged for free admission to hundreds of museums around the country. You can find participating museums in Portland at the Smithsonian website, but thanks to Around the Sun , we've got the list right here:
Architectural Heritage Center
Oregon Historical Society Museum
Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals
World Forestry Center Discovery Museum
You will need to visit the magazine's website to print out a free admission pass for yourself and a guest.
What a great way to spend the day, for FREE !
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Sep 22,2008
GSA Decides to “Dispose” of Portland Custom House
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The GSA has announced that it will dispose of the historic Custom House , located at 220 NW 8th Avenue. An analysis showed that removing the structure from its inventory would be beneficial to taxpayers. The disposal process is the same as was used for the 511 Building , which PNCA has been approved to acquire. Here is the process as described in the GSA press release: GSA first offers the property to other Federal agencies that may have a program need for it. If another Federal agency identifies a need, then the property can be transferred to it. If there is no further need within the Federal government, the property is made available for other uses through public benefit conveyances (PBCs) or negotiated sales. Homeless provider organizations, by law, are given the first opportunity to acquire the building through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). If HUD finds the building unsuitable or no homeless agency applies for a PBC for the bu
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