10/20/2017
Tree Team October report
The Arbor Lodge Tree Team met this week - here is a very brief summary of our meeting:
**Our next meeting is Wednesday, November 8, 7pm at the Lucky Lab on Killingsworth come join us
We took action on 3 things:1. We will put together info on how to report a traffic sign obscured by either a tree or shrub to PBOT for pruning. We will encourage property owners to do their own pruning too. If PBOT does the work it does not require us to get a permit, or to haul the debris. We hope this will increase car/bike/pedestrian safety in Arbor Lodge and prune trees and shrubs for health.2. We are planning a "Tree Walk". We will announce this as soon as it is ready for walkers.3. We shared info with Urban Forestry about Arbor Lodge Park as they create the "story map" of the Park which will include Park Tree Inventory information. It will be published online. We may ask for a tri-fold pamphlet to distribute at ALNA events and to have in the Park Kiosk.
Other issues that need more discussion:1. We will publish the Tree-of-Heaven Eradication Now! website to encourage folks to remove this highly invasive tree asap.2. We may host our 3rd Spring Street Tree Pruning Event next April/May - will discuss in Nov.3. We may participate next year in Urban Forestry's Free Yard Tree Giveaway. This would be about a year from now in the fall. Free trees for private property - no permits required.4. We hope to participate in a Bureau of Environmental Services program next summer/fall to plant trees in front of commercial buildings and multi family buildings in Arbor Lodge. This is free and includes 3 years of watering to help the trees get established.5. We encourage everyone in Arbor Lodge to volunteer with Friends of Trees, even just a yard sign to promote their work. It all adds up to more trees in Arbor Lodge that offer us beauty, cleaner air, reducing our heat island issues, lower crime rates, higher public health outcomes - all documented via the US Forest Service and others.
2 books recommended for your reading pleasure:Lab Girl - by Hope JahrenThe Hidden Life of TREES -by Peter Wohlleben
10/15/2017
N Greeley Traffic Safety Open House
We have heard numerous concerns about N Greeley and surrounding streets feeling unsafe for walking, biking, and driving a car. Have you felt unsafe? If so, please join us for an Open House to discuss these issues on Wednesday October 25 from 6:30-8:00pm at Madrona Hill Cafe at 5937 N Greeley Ave.
Your input is important. You'll help identify where and when dangerous driving is endangering walkers, bicyclists, and other drivers in our neighborhood.
Free refreshments will be provided. Come enjoy mingling with your neighbors, and help us draw attention to this issue with city agencies.
You can also tell us about incidents you've witnessed by filling out our Arbor Lodge Traffic Survey. Call Traffic Safety & Neighborhood Liveability at 503.823.7233 and pick option 4 to report incidents.
Many thanks to Madrona Hill for providing the space. We hope to see you there!
10/08/2017
Neighborhood Elections October 19 - You're Invited!
Join us for our Annual Membership and Elections meeting Thursday, October 19th, 2017. All positions are open to new candidates each year, so if you are interested in being part of the Arbor Lodge Neighborhood Association Board, let us know!
Email board@arborlodgeneighborhood.com or simply attend our October 19th meeting, 6:30PM at the Kenton Firehouse on N Brandon and Schofield.
Board members contribute a couple hours per month towards projects of their choice. We expect everyone to regularly attend our monthly meetings, and then put a few hours towards some other project (new or existing) on behalf of the association some other time of the year.
Positions are open to people who live, own property and represent organizations and businesses in our neighborhood. ("Live in the Neighborhood" means that we also welcome renters' perspectives - come have a say and advocate for tenants' needs!)
The people below have already declared that they're interested in serving in the following positions, however all positions are open. We are eager to include everyone and all ideas and energies in ALNA. Neighbors who we know are running for the board as of our September 2017 meeting:Ginger Edwards, Allen Wheeland, Nate Young, Amber Dennis, Star Dell'Era and Dale Crawford
We hope you'll add your name to the list!
10/07/2017
Help us put the Park to bed - October 14
Just one week until the final work party of 2117 at Arbor Lodge Park. Join us to weed, spread bark mulch, flame weed curbing and baseball back stops and dug outs. We'll provide snacks and water, then take up to 30 volunteers out for a free lunch at Azteca Burrito at noon. Come meet neighbors, and help your Park.
See you at 9 on October 14th!
Details:
"Put the Park to Bed for the Season"
What: Work party to maintain spray free status at Arbor Lodge Park
When: Saturday, October 14th, 9-12, noon
Where: Arbor Lodge Park, meet at the west baseball diamond near Dekum (tool shed)
Why? Help us keep our pesticide/herbicide free status and our Park looking good!
10/04/2017
Funding Available for Community Projects
The 2018 North Portland Neighborhood Services (NPNS) Small Grant Program Application is now available!
Is your organization looking for funding for community activities that engage people in the North Portland Neighborhood Services area? Submit a project proposal! This year a total of $13,000. is available to neighborhood
and community organizations. Grant proposals generally range from $500-$3000.
The goals of the Small Grant Program include building strong and diverse community participation, leadership and community connections. Review the 2018 grant application and find out about the grant program, goals, and requirements. Visit our website for more details: www.npnscommunity.org
Grant writing assistance workshops are scheduled for:
September 19 th 7:00-8:00 pm
October 5 th 7:00-8:00 pm
at the Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon.
You will learn about grant writing, the application and selection process, meet with committee members, hear about other projects seeking grant funding for possible collaboration, and how to get individual help with your grant.
Project Proposals due:
Monday, November 13, 2017 by 2:00 pm