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Experts Warn Cascadia Is Overdue For A 9.0 Earthquake

Be informed. Build a kit. Make a plan. Everyday you hear the warnings. Have you made a kit? Do you have a plan?

If you're like most of us - you're not ready.

If that's you, we've got some great tips and valuable resources below to help you be prepared for whenever a disaster strikes.

TICK. TOCK.
Think of Oregon geology as a clock, measuring time in earthquakes. Tick: a magnitude 8 quake. (Bigger than 1989 Bay Area quake that killed 63 people.) Tock: a magnitude 9 quake. (Same as the 2011 Japan quake that killed almost 16,000 people.) On average, a major quake happens in our area every 243 years, the last one was January 26, 1700 — 316 years ago. Yes. We are overdue.

When the next Big One does happen, a 700-mile long section of the tectonic plate known as the Juan de Fuca, stretching from British Columbia to Northern California, will slide beneath the North American plate, causing the entire Northwest coast-line to sink up to 6.6 feet. This won’t be a California-style short burst of energy quake in the earth’s upper crust. The Big One will be bigger, deeper, and last longer: 3–4 minutes, with dozens of after-shocks, some very powerful, for days, months, or later.

Cascadia Subduction Zone. Pacific Northwest. Click to Enlarge.

Hillsides will slide. Buildings will collapse. Roads will buckle. High-rises will sway. Bridges will crack. Some will fall. Pipes will snap. Within 20 minutes, the first of several 40-foot tsunami waves will wash away the Oregon Coast’s low-lying towns.

If our next “subduction zone” quake unleashes its full potential, it will be the worst natural disaster in U.S. history.

Get Involved, Make a Difference! When: Wed, Nov 13, 2019 5:45PM-7:45PM Where: Multnomah County East Building Sharon Kelly Conference Rms A & B 600 NE 8th Street Get Map!

Come discuss economic development, social services and housing needs in East Multnomah County and the City of Gresham. Your input will help prioritize resources for the 2020-2021 spending plan to address these community needs.

Dinner will be provided to all attendees.

Childcare, accessibility accommodations and translation services are available upon request.

RSVP by Friday, Nov. 8 to Rachel Nehse at Rachel.Nehse@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2814.

Para español llama a Genevieve Hauser a Genevieve.Hauser@GreshamOregon.gov o 503-618-2891.

2019 Fall Newsletter "Diversity, Harmony, Community - Together 'WE' can make a difference!”

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Fall 2019 Newsletter Inside This Issue: Albertina Kerr Workforce Housing WENA Board Elections Nov 11th Extreme Weather In Our Region Nadaka Happenings & Changes Update: A Playground For Kirk Park

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Rockwood RIsing! When: Thu, Sep 12, 2019 6PM-8PM Where: Sunrise Center 18901 E. Burnside St. Get Map!

The Downtown Rockwood Market Hall is a new international grocery market and food hub in development in the heart of the Rockwood neighborhood.

Got a small business or an idea for a small business? We are looking for businesses to fill the grocery store and micro restaurant spaces.

Join us to learn about:

• Downtown Rockwood timeline
• How to get started
• Permitting help
• Lending, coaching and more

Translation services available. Contact us by Sept. 10 if you speak another language and need assistance at Elizabeth.Coffey@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2247.

Free snacks.

Event flyer

For more information or to RSVP, visit downtownrockwood.com email Leasing@DowntownRockwood.com or call 503-690-2800.

Demos, crafts and fun for the whole family When: Sat, Sep 14, 2019 12PM-4PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Join us for our 4th CityFest event to learn about the many services we provide Gresham residents here at the City of Gresham.

This fun event for all ages includes live demonstrations from Police and Fire, interactive activities with City staff, crafts and fun for the whole family, plus local food and refreshments.

Rain or shine, CityFest will be a blast for everyone! Read more about CityFest.

For more information, contact Community Marketing Specialist Sasha Konell at Sasha.Konell@GreshamOregon.gov.

Apply For Your Passport! When: Sat, Sep 14, 2019 10AM-3PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Join us at Gresham City Hall for a Saturday Passport Day. We can't plan your dream vacation, or a visit home, but we can help you apply for or renew your passport on this special Saturday. Bring the whole family and enjoy the CityFest event located in the City Hall parking lot.

Make sure you bring all the required documents and checks or money orders with you. Visit GreshamOregon.gov/Passports for detailed information on required documents and fees.

Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis and Passport Day will promptly close at 3:00 pm. Be sure youâre here early and have all required documents and fees with you.

For more information about passport requirements, contact 503-618-2460.

Read more about CityFest.

Saturday's thru October When: Sat, Aug 03, 2019 9AM-3PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Parking Lot W 26000 SE Stark St. Get Map!

The Gresham Saturday Market is a farmer's market that includes in-season farm-fresh produce, fruits and berries, crafts, artisans, fresh flowers, plants, services, and unique offerings, plus great food and live entertainment. Ample on-site parking is available next to the market.

For more information, call 503-912-4122 or visit the Gresham Saturday Market website.

Saturday's thru October When: Sat, Aug 03, 2019 8:30AM-2PM Where: Arts Plaza NE 3rd Street and NE Hood Avenue Get Map!

The Gresham Farmers Market is a community gathering place where you can stroll, shop and listen to live music. The market offers shoppers fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, fresh food and live music.

Dont forget to bring your bag or basket from home.

Enjoy a picnic on the grass and a splash in the Children's Fountain splash pads on the Arts Plaza.

For more information about the Gresham Farmers' Market contact us at 971-303-2248 or manager@greshamfarmersmarket.com, or visit the Gresham Farmers' Market website.

Farm Fresh, Hand Crafted When: Wed, Aug 07, 2019 4PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham Station 649 NW 12th St. Get Map!

Welcome to Greshams only weekday farmers market!

Join us every Wednesday evening starting at 4:00 pm at Gresham Station, at NW 11th Street in between NW Civic Drive and NW Sleret Avenue.

More than 40 local vendors are confirmed to join the Gresham Station Twilight Market, many of whom also showcase their products at the Gresham Farmers Market on Saturdays.

For more information about this event, contact Christina Blaser at 626-318-7508 or christinab@harsch.com.

Twilight Market at Gresham Station website

Saturday's thru October When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 9AM-3PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Parking Lot W 26000 SE Stark St. Get Map!

The Gresham Saturday Market is a farmer's market that includes in-season farm-fresh produce, fruits and berries, crafts, artisans, fresh flowers, plants, services, and unique offerings, plus great food and live entertainment. Ample on-site parking is available next to the market.

For more information, call 503-912-4122 or visit the Gresham Saturday Market website.