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Jan 2,2009
Portland Water Bureau unveils toilet rebate program
by jenniferd
Beginning January 1, 2009, Portland Water Bureau customers are invited to take advantage of a new toilet rebate program sponsored by the Portland Water Bureau for a limited time. Customers can apply for a $100 rebate for replacing a traditional toilet (1.6 gallons per flush (gpf) or more) with a newer, more water-efficient model that has been labeled WaterSense, by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). To earn the EPA's WaterSense label , toilets must use no more than 1.28 gpf and meet rigorous performance criteria. The bureau is conducting the program until funds are depleted or until June 30, 2009. To receive the rebate: Applicant must fill out a WaterSense Toilet Rebate Form and return to the Portland Water Bureau no later than June 30, 2009. Applicant must receive water from the Portland Water Bureau and have an active Portland Water Bureau account that is in good standing. Applicant must own the property where the new toilet is being installed or obtain the signatur
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Dec 19,2008
City of Portland employees exhibit generous spirit this holiday season
by jenniferd
Commissioner Randy Leonard challenged two of the bureaus he oversees to do something different this holiday season. He didn't challenge them to boost morale or work harder during these stressful economic times. Leonard challenged the Portland Water Bureau and the city's Bureau of Development Services to a friendly holiday competition; a competition to fill barrels for the needy. The Water Bureau allied with Portland Fire and Rescue's Toy N Joy Makers program to fill toy barrels. The Bureau of Development Services picked Sunshine Barrels, a food donation program headed up by the Portland Police Bureau. The competition began on December 3 and ended this afternoon. The prize? Not much, really - a hearty congratulation from the Commissioner and bragging rights, of course. Fancy prize or not, however, city employees embraced this competition with a stunning amount of voracity and enthusiasm, especially given the rough state of the economy. The Water Bureau sent 53 barrels off with firef
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Dec 17,2008
Tight Times
by Librarian Kate
"Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries." Library use is up around the country. Here in Multnomah County alone more books, movies, and music are being checked out than a year ago. Haven't discovered your local library yet? Here are a few reasons libraries can help in tough economic times: FREE books, movies, and music to check out. FREE magazines and newspapers to read at the library. FREE programs. Join a book discussion group, listen to music, learn about different cultures, attend storytime with your child, or learn a new skill. Visit Multnomah County Library's events page for details. FREE resources for your business-tips and information for small businesses, websites and databases, and grant information. FREE resources for your job search-test prep, job hunting and resume books, and local and national job listings. FREE internet including WiFi. Did I mention that all of this
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Dec 14,2008
Blooming Moon Invites You to Contribute to Heifer International this Holiday Season
by northwest nola
Happy Holidays from Blooming Moon Wellness Spa ! Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with a gift that will help end hunger, preserve the environment, provide a child with an education and create a sustainable life for a family. Please join us until December 31st in donating to Heifer International . For every $50 you contribute to this cause, Blooming Moon will give you a FREE gift certificate for a foot bath. Our goal is to buy 3 goats worth $360. Heifer's Mission to End Hunger: Heifer envisions... A world of communities living together in peace and equitably sharing the resources of a healthy planet. Heifer's mission is...
To work with communities to end hunger and poverty and to care for the earth. Heifer's strategy is...
To "pass on the gift." As people share their animals' offspring with others - along with their knowledge, resources, and skills - an expanding network of hope, dignity, and self-reliance is created that reaches around t
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Dec 14,2008
Oxalis -- Customer Service Above and Beyond
by northwest nola
I had one of the best customer service experiences of my life last weekend at Oxalis , an urban garden and clothing boutique quietly nestled into the roaring hubub of Northwest Portland. My first experience with Oxalis was several months ago right after they opened. I knew, instinctively, however, that this first visit would not be my only visit. The concept is so unique that I knew one trip wasn't going to cut it for me -- and indeed my curiosity led me back several times to re-explore the store's unique offerings; everything from plants to clothes. Over the past couple months I purchased several gifts there for friends and family, but in last weekend's visit, I went for me. I was looking for a house plant that my cats can't destory. Every green attempt I've made to Feng-shui my condo has been foiled by their greedy curiosity. PUNKS! On this visit, I took my husband with me, so we could make a good decision together. Not only did we leave with the ultra cat proof plant, we left w
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Dec 2,2008
Friendly Competition for the Love of Charity
by jenniferd
Two of Commissioner Randy Leonard's bureaus will engage in a friendly, little holiday competition this season. Beginning tomorrow morning (12/3), the Water Bureau will compete with the Bureau of Development Services to fill the most collection barrels with holiday goods. The Water Bureau will fill its barrels with toys for Portland Fire and Rescue's Toy N Joy Makers program; BDS will fill its barrels with food for the Portland Police Bureau's Sunshine Barrels program. The public is invited to participate and help the Water Bureau out! Should you wish to donate a new, unwrapped toy, please drop it in the Toy N Joy Makers bin, located in the Water Bureau's Customer Service Center , 1120 SW 5th Avenue, First Floor, beginning 12/3 at noon. Your donation will not only help out your friends in the Water Bureau, but it will also put a holiday smile on some lucky child's face this year! The event will last until 12/19. Read progress updates on The Water Blog . Jenn
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Nov 28,2008
savvy streetwear is diamondz
by nancy stovall
Shopping for your boyfriend, brother or best friend? What they want is at Hecklewood Clothing --new in Old Town at the newly-remodeled Estate Hotel, on NW 3rd and Couch. While you can shop Hecklewood online, their headwear, t-shirts, sneakers, pants and accessories fill the shelves of their flagship store in Old Town. Touch the fabrics, see the colors, and while you're there, pet Sam's ever-friendly pitbulls. Need more? Starting . . . NOW--summer/fall '08 is on sale from 15% - 75%. and don't miss their First Thursday opening on December 4th, 7 to 10pm. The new show is all skateboarding exhibition they're calling " Wood Pushers ". Once you're done shopping for the boyz? Refresh yourself with a nosh at Casba Cafe' (NW 2nd & Davis). Finish your list with imported objects at the Monkey & The Rat and girl-y glam from Eclexion boutique, both on NW 2nd between Davis and Couch. Done, and done locally.&
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Nov 11,2008
New Boutique, Amai Unmei, A Must Visit
by northwest nola
A friend of mine recently opened up a great boutique on NW 23rd, Amai Unmei . I know I'm partial, but what a cool store! When I found out she was opening up shop right down the street from me, I was excited. But when I walked in to her brand spanking new lair o'fashion, I was even more excited, as I totally got it. This lady is in the fashion business for a reason; because she gets fashion. Not only do the the fashions rock, but the store itself is gorgeous. It is clean and bright. You feel like you can get your shopping done while you're there. I also think it's neat that Allison, the owner/designer, spends a fair amount of time manning the mothership. How cool to walk into a store and actually speak with the designer who made the dress you're about to buy. I spent a good twenty minutes salivating over the rich silky dresses and trendy winter coats, while silently deciding what I'm not going to buy at other stores this month in order to buy one of Allison's dresses. Full disclosu
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Nov 11,2008
Three Monkeys -- Expanded and Even Cooler
by northwest nola
I went by one of my favorite stores today -- Northwest Portland's Three Monkeys. Recently, they expanded their store, combining what was once Three Monkeys (vintage housewares) and Three More Monkeys (clothes) into one giant Three Monkeys store. And I know I'm partial because I already loved this store to begin with, but I love it even more in its newly expanded space. The new space is larger, warm, welcoming and calls to your inner shopper. Maybe it's because there are all sorts of bright and shiny objects to choose from; maybe it's because I like that vintage-y style of decor, but something about the new store is worth at least a look -- especially as the holiday season comes rushing upon us. As far as fashion goes, they just got in a giant selection of holiday dresses, so if you're in the market for one, take a gander at their selection. Since I am a "touch" shopper (I like to touch appealing fabrics and such) I was in a little paradise of sorts trying to find a dress f
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Oct 28,2008
Publicly Funded Stadium for Beavers in This Economy?
by shooter
I like the idea of the Beavers in Lents. I think it would be good for Lents and East Portland. A project like this, however, is never simple and many things need to be considered. Via Willamette Week , via Bojack , I read this article from The Nation that criticizes Merritt Paulson's request for $85 million in public funds to build a new stadium for the Beavers and upgrade PGE Park. As you may know, Merritt owns 80% of the Beavers and Timbers. He is also the son of Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, who owns the remaining 20% of these franchises. The Nation's story asks a serious question, should public money be used for this project given the current economic woes and budget constraints on the city, and given that the owners of the franchise are extremely wealthy? Tell us what you think? Related links: Portland's Paulson Gets Rainded On - Willamette Week Lent's Stadium Ripoff Making National Waves - Bojack What is Paulson Ped
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