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Neighborhood Connections: November 2013
Gresham City Council to consider rule changes for food carts, temporary uses: Tue Oct 01, 2013 6PM
Public input welcomeWhen: Tue Oct 01, 2013 6:30PM |
Gresham is updating its rules for food and beverage carts (coffee carts, mobile food vendors, taco trucks) and temporary uses (farmers' markets, Christmas tree lots, fruit and veggie stands, and similar uses).
The City Council will consider changes to rules, processes, fees and inspections at its 6 p.m. Oct. 1 meeting. Public comments are welcome.
Changes include:
- Sorting uses into four categories: Temporary, Intermittent, Interim and Food and Beverage Carts
- New definitions.
- Clarify where uses are permitted.
- Establish safety rules, including for lighting, site ingress and egress, pedestrian hazards, fire separation and rules for drive-throughs.
- Set compatibility rules, including for setbacks, increased distance from residential uses, adequate parking and bathrooms for food service uses.
- Provide appearance rules, including for signage; screening; maintenance; quality of shelter for customers; and not allowing food carts in motorized vehicles if they are to remain on a site for more than four hours.
All meeting locations are ADA accessible.
Invest in Gresham, Attend Town Hall #2 on the Proposed Utility Levy, Butler Creek Elementary: Oct 03, 2013 6:30PM
Public Invited Town Hall Meeting
When: Thu Oct 03, 2013 6:30-7:30PM |
The City is hosting a series of town hall meetings this fall to continue its Invest in Gresham discussion with the community about funding critical police and fire services, including the possibility of a voter-approved levy in May 2014.
Because of Oregon’s statewide property tax restrictions and Gresham’s low $3.61 permanent property tax rate, the City is at a defining moment in its ability to provide the level of essential police and fire services this rapidly growing, urban city needs.
Last fall the Gresham City Council established a temporary fee as an interim solution to maintain police, fire and park service levels through June 2014. With expiration of that $7.50-per month fee less than a year away, the process of a potential levy to stabilize funding for public safety long term starts now.
Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat Oct 05, 2013 8:30AM-2PM
Final 4 Weeks!When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM |
Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.
Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.
Invest in Gresham, Attend Town Hall #3 on the Proposed Utility Levy, Metro East Community Media: Oct 10, 2013 6:30PM
Public Invited Town Hall Meeting
When: Thu Oct 10, 2013 6:30-7:30PM |
Limited seating is available at this meeting. RSVP at 503-618-2247.
The City is hosting a series of town hall meetings this fall to continue its Invest in Gresham discussion with the community about funding critical police and fire services, including the possibility of a voter-approved levy in May 2014.
Because of Oregon’s statewide property tax restrictions and Gresham’s low $3.61 permanent property tax rate, the City is at a defining moment in its ability to provide the level of essential police and fire services this rapidly growing, urban city needs.
Last fall the Gresham City Council established a temporary fee as an interim solution to maintain police, fire and park service levels through June 2014. With expiration of that $7.50-per month fee less than a year away, the process of a potential levy to stabilize funding for public safety long term starts now.
Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat Oct 12, 2013 8:30AM-2PM
Just 3 Weeks Left!When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM |
Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.
Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.
Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Oct 12, 2013 11:00AM-12:30PM
Gresham Historical Society. Click to view. |
Let's Go Walking!When: Sat Oct 12, 2013 11AM-12:30PM |
Come tour Historic Downtown Gresham, and learn about its historic buildings and homes, historic graves and trees, some historic local figures, and about the shops that used to line Main Ave. Tours weave throughout Historic Downtown Gresham, are fast paced, and will cover around a mile of mostly flat level ground.
Tours leave at 11:00AM sharp, rain or shine, and are free. Donations are always accepted and much appreciated. Parking is available in the lot behind the museum.
Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat Oct 19, 2013 8:30AM-2PM
Final 2 Weeks!When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM |
Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.
Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.
Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Oct 26, 2013 11:00AM-12:30PM
Gresham Historical Society. Click to view. |
Let's Go Walking!When: Sat Oct 26, 2013 11AM-12:30PM |
Come tour Historic Downtown Gresham, and learn about its historic buildings and homes, historic graves and trees, some historic local figures, and about the shops that used to line Main Ave. Tours weave throughout Historic Downtown Gresham, are fast paced, and will cover around a mile of mostly flat level ground.
Tours leave at 11:00AM sharp, rain or shine, and are free. Donations are always accepted and much appreciated. Parking is available in the lot behind the museum.
Last Weekend! Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat Oct 26, 2013 8:30AM-2PM
Last Weekend!When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM |
Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.
Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.