Excited about solar? Would you like to join the efforts in increasing solar power in Gresham? Become a volunteer.
Solar Gresham is an exciting new program promoted by the City of Gresham. It offers homeowners solar at up to 80% off the cost with ease of installation and financing. In addition to providing solar at a great price, Solar Gresham will be offering free workshops and assistance with incentives. They'll also help residents find resources to make their homes more energy efficient, therefore reducing utility costs.
Program Available for a Limited Time – April 1 to July 31
Imagine Energy and City staff will guide you through the entire process, from home assessment to installation to ongoing monitoring of your energy production. They will also assist you with obtaining all available incentives.
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Neighborhood Connections is a publication from the City of Gresham
Communications & Community Outreach offering City of Gresham news, Public Safety information, Community Activities & Events, Training & Workshops, Volunteer Opportunities, and more.
Friday, January 20, 2012
By James Mayer, The Oregonian
Former Gresham Councilor Richard Strathern says he is likely to launch a petition drive to get his charter reform ideas before voters.
The Charter Review Committee, which has been meeting since October, has not taken any formal votes — that’s scheduled for Feb. 2 (Info below) (UPDATED:Gresham council struggles with vacancy charter language. Feb 8, 2012) — but it seems clear the panel will recommend only minor tweaks to the charter, rejecting the kind of major changes advocated by Strathern.
The former councilor, who did not run for re-election in 2010 after serving one term, is seeking to increase the power of the mayor.
“I think we are all very aware of the financial position the city is in, and the country is in, and now may not be the time to rock the boat,” said Joan Armstrong, a retired accountant who serves as chairwoman of the committee. “I think most of the citizens are more concerned about matters much closer to home life and work life than about trying to remake the world.”
But Strathern says the current form of government, with a city council to set policy and a professional manager to run the day-to-day operations, tends to do the bidding of influential businesses and developers.
“It took me four years to figure out how powerless the council and mayor were,” he said. “I’d get all fired up about something, and then nothing would happen. We clearly don’t really have the authority.”
When: Mon Feb 6, 2012 Show Times: 7:00PM and 8:15PM Where: Mt Hood Community College
Planetarium Sky Theater
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR Get Map!
Admission $2. MHCC students are admitted free. The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.
Supernovae: The Spectacular Deaths of Big Stars
Last September, scientists discovered one of the closest supernovae that had been observed in decades in an area called the Pinwheel Galaxy. Just what is a supernova and how powerful can it be? Find out the answers to these questions when Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) presents “Supernovae: The Spectacular Deaths of Big Stars!” The show will be presented live on Monday, Feb. 6, at 7 and 8:15 p.m. in the College’s Planetarium Sky Theater.
“This will be an opportunity to learn about historical supernovae, how they were formed and see some great photos,” says Pat Hanrahan, Planetarium director.“During the show, we will use a star projector to see where these supernovae were discovered and also discuss highlights of the current night sky.”
All shows are presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and planetary images.
Visitors are encouraged to ask questions during each 45-minute program. Children are welcome to attend.
Parking Changes
Parking permits are required and may be purchased for $3 at ticket kiosks located by the flagpoles and gym. (Violators will be ticketed and/or towed)
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When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 4-6PM Where: Community Room
Human Solutions - Rockwood Building
124 NE 181
Gresham, OR Get Map!
Free Behavioral Support Group
The Talk it Over support groups are for parents, caregivers, and siblings of a child or teen with a serious behavioral disorder, and is a free public service of Trillium Family Services. This new group will be more accessible to families in East Multnomah and Clackamas Counties and more convenient to public transportation.
Groups meet twice monthly on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday from 4PM-6PM in the Community Room at the new Human Solutions Rockwood building located at 124 NE 181st, Gresham, Oregon (one block north of E Burnside MAX Blue Line Station).
When: Mon Jan 9, 2012 Show Times: 7:00PM and 8:15PM Where: Mt Hood Community College
Planetarium Sky Theater
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR Get Map!
Admission $2. MHCC students are admitted free. The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.
What will 2012 bring for viewing the night sky?
Learn about special astronomical events of the coming year including projected solar activity, the transit of Venus, the 2012 opposition of Mars, several planet conjunctions, current space missions, eclipses and the hype of the movie “2012.” As a part of the show, Pat Hanrahan, planetarium director, will use the college’s star projector to show highlights of the current night sky.
All shows are presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and planetary images.
Visitors are encouraged to ask questions during each 45-minute program. Children are welcome to attend.
Parking Changes
Parking permits are required and may be purchased for $3 at ticket kiosks located by the flagpoles and gym. (Violators will be ticketed and/or towed)
When:Mon Jan 9, 2012 6:30-9PM Where:Council Chambers
Public Safety & Schools Building
Gresham Civic Center
1333 Eastman Pky
Gresham OR Get Map!
HEARINGS
Type IV Hearing – City of Gresham CPA 11-245 - Stacy Humphrey
Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL)
Proposed amendments to the Gresham Community Development Plan Volumes 1 (Findings) and 2 (Policies) related to the Healthy Eating Active Living project. Materials for the work session are available on the Planning Commission page of the City’s website. Additional information also is available on the project page.
Type IV Hearing – VAC 11-26000241 - Jim Wheeler
Applicant: Yvonne Nelson
Site Location: 430 NW Birdsdale Ave
Application to Vacate the Spencer Partition Plat (PP 2008-85) located at 430 NW Birdsdale Avenue in Gresham
Thank You!
Wilkes East Neighborhood would like express our gratitude to the following for their generous contributions & continued support:
• Jazzy Bagels, Main St & Powell
• Parkrose Hardware, 106th & Sandy
• Growers Outlet, 162nd & Glisan
• SOLV, Bringing Oregon together
• Albertsons, 181st & Glisan
• And, all the many volunteers!
