
City of Gresham
Free solar workshop, Solar Gresham project, Gresham Public Library: May 5, 2012 11AM-12:30PM
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This is a Bright Idea!When: Sat May 5, 2012 |
Free Solar Workshop
Solar Gresham is hosting free solar workshops at the Gresham Public Library in historic downtown. Led by the nonprofit Solar Oregon, the workshops will cover the basic technology, benefits and cost of solar. Imagine Energy will be available to answer questions about installation and products. Umpqua Bank will also be on hand to share information on financing opportunities.
RSVP below.
The workshops provide a great opportunity to learn more about solar, whether you’re interested in having it installed at your home or just wanting to learn more about this form of renewable energy.
Solar Gresham is a new program offered through July 31. It offers homeowners solar at up to 80% or more off the cost.
Gresham Neighborhood Coalition Meeting: May 8, 2012 7PM
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Coalition of Gresham
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Public welcome
The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations was formed to provide structure and support for the leadership of Gresham's neighborhood associations, enabling more effective cooperation among neighborhood associations in order to achieve desired outcomes. Goals of the Coalition include providing a public forum for the review and evaluation of issues and problems, providing education and information on specific areas such as land use, and providing a unified voice for the neighborhood associations.
The Coalition meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:00PM
City of Gresham, 2012 Graffiti Summit: Sat May 12, 2012 9AM-12PM
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Graffiti Summit
When: Sat May 12, 2012 9AM-12PM |
The difference between graffiti and art is PERMISSION!
You're Invited to Attend
Graffiti hurts everyone. It causes property values to decline. Its reduces retail sales and pedestrian traffic. It attracts other forms of crime. And, it costs the city money.
2012 Graffiti Summit Agenda
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Free solar workshop, Solar Gresham project, Gresham Public Library: Apr 3, 2012 6PM-7:30PM
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This is a Bright Idea!When: Tue Apr 3, 2012 6-7:30PM |
Free Solar Workshop
Solar Gresham is hosting free solar workshops at the Gresham Public Library in historic downtown. Led by the nonprofit Solar Oregon, the workshops will cover the basic technology, benefits and cost of solar. Imagine Energy will be available to answer questions about installation and products. Umpqua Bank will also be on hand to share information on financing opportunities.
RSVP below.
The workshops provide a great opportunity to learn more about solar, whether you’re interested in having it installed at your home or just wanting to learn more about this form of renewable energy.
Solar Gresham is a new program offered through July 31. It offers homeowners solar at up to 80% or more off the cost.
Arbor Day Tree Planting Gradin Community Sports Park: Apr 7, 2012 10-11AM
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Plant a tree todayWhe\n: Sat Apr 7, 2012 10-11AMbr /> |
Join us as we plant a Nyssa sylvatica 'David Odom' Afterburner Tupelo to memorialize David Odom who served as Gresham's urban forester before becoming a Neighborhood Tree Specialist with Friends of Trees in 2009. Gresham's annual Arbor Day Proclamation will also be read at this event.
Rain Garden Workshop, $200 Grants Available: Apr 7, 2011 9AM-12PM
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Add a rain garden!When: Sat Apr 7, 2012 9AM-12PM |
Build your own rain garden at home to help reduce water pollution and create urban habitat for birds and butterflies.
Free Workshop
This free rain garden workshop with City staff includes classroom discussion, hands-on activities and demonstrations, a rain garden tour, a free raffle and refreshments. Naturescaping and other natural gardening techniques will also be discussed.
Space is limited – call or email to register.
The City has four $200 rain garden grants still available for homeowners who build their own. To be eligible, staff must confirm safety of your site by May 18. We strongly encourage anyone planning to build a rain garden to attend the rain garden workshop.
Gresham Neighborhood Coalition Meeting: Apr 10, 2012 7PM
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Coalition of Gresham
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Public welcome
The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations was formed to provide structure and support for the leadership of Gresham's neighborhood associations, enabling more effective cooperation among neighborhood associations in order to achieve desired outcomes. Goals of the Coalition include providing a public forum for the review and evaluation of issues and problems, providing education and information on specific areas such as land use, and providing a unified voice for the neighborhood associations.
The Coalition meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:00PM
Free solar workshop, Solar Gresham project, Gresham Public Library: Apr 10, 2012 6PM-7:30PM
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This is a Bright Idea!When: Tue Apr 10, 2012 6-7:30PM |
Free Solar Workshop
Solar Gresham is hosting free solar workshops at the Gresham Public Library in historic downtown. Led by the nonprofit Solar Oregon, the workshops will cover the basic technology, benefits and cost of solar. Imagine Energy will be available to answer questions about installation and products. Umpqua Bank will also be on hand to share information on financing opportunities.
RSVP below.
The workshops provide a great opportunity to learn more about solar, whether you’re interested in having it installed at your home or just wanting to learn more about this form of renewable energy.
Solar Gresham is a new program offered through July 31. It offers homeowners solar at up to 80% or more off the cost.
Gresham and Wood Village Earth Day Recycling Event: Apr 21, 2012 9AM-2PM
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Annual Earth Day EventWhen: Sat Apr 21, 2012 9AM-2PM |
Bring your recyclables. Rain or Shine!
Every year the City holds a free recycling event in April around Earth Day. The recycling event is free to Gresham and Wood Village residents and businesses.
Bring your recyclable items to Gresham City Hall for Earth Day from 9AM to 2PM, or take your items to a recycler year-round. Contact Metro Recycling at 503-234-3000 for location and material information.
Collection Items
- Rigid Plastics
- Block Styrofoam
- Paper Shredding
- Fluorescent Tubes and Lights
- Cell Phones
Electronics and Batteries
We are not accepting electronics or batteries at the Earth Day event. For disposal information visit the City's website
Free solar workshop, Solar Gresham project, Gresham Public Library: Apr 21, 2012 3PM-4:30PM
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This is a Bright Idea!When: Sat Apr 21, 2012 3-4:30PM |
Free Solar Workshop
Solar Gresham is hosting free solar workshops at the Gresham Public Library in historic downtown. Led by the nonprofit Solar Oregon, the workshops will cover the basic technology, benefits and cost of solar. Imagine Energy will be available to answer questions about installation and products. Umpqua Bank will also be on hand to share information on financing opportunities.
RSVP below.
The workshops provide a great opportunity to learn more about solar, whether you’re interested in having it installed at your home or just wanting to learn more about this form of renewable energy.
Solar Gresham is a new program offered through July 31. It offers homeowners solar at up to 80% or more off the cost.
