03/09/2016
We're seeking 20 volunteers to distribute fliers - are you one of them?
We think delivering flyers door-to-door is the best way to let people know how to get involved in their neighborhood. We do a big push each spring to get the word out about our annual cleanup fundraiser and summer events.
Our neighborhood area( Kenton and Arbor lodge ) is big enough that we need extra volunteers to help with this task each spring - can you help?
When: Early to mid April (likely April 4-9)
What: Walking fliers door to door to advertise/inform all of the Clean Up set for April 23rd
How: You pick a walking route, chose your own time to walk, and leave flyers on people's doorsteps
Benefits: Exercise, getting to know the neighborhood, maybe meeting a new neighbor, and helping us advertise our annual cleanup that raises funds for the Movie in the Park!
How do I volunteer? Call or e-mail Peggy Shannon
e-mail: peggyshannon@earthlink.net
phone: (503) 289-6295
03/07/2016
Thank you Arbor Lodge Tree Pruners!
Together we successfully visited 67 trees and pruned about 55 (some neighbors chose to opt out of having their trees pruned this time around). Four Certified Arborists led teams teaching us safe use of tools, how to assess and then prune a young tree, and helping us identify trees, their growth habits and health. The rain held off, we met new neighbors and had fun! Look for this event again next spring.
Brought to you by your Arbor Lodge Tree Team.
Interested in joining the Tree Team?
Contact Ginger at ginger.edws@gmail.com
03/03/2016
Update: March 3rd 2016
Worried about Arbor Lodge Park?
Come help us keep it both Pesticide and Herbicide Free. Arbor Lodge Park is one of only 3 such Parks left out of 252 Parks in Portland. It all helps! We need volunteers to maintain this status.
Easy work party Saturday, March 12th, 9-11'ish. We will clean out and secure existing bird houses, spread some bark mulch, gently weed around our Park signs and in Harper's Playground. Tools provided, some gloves, snacks, and the genuine appreciation of your neighbors who all use this Park/Playground.Meet at the west baseball diamond. And, thank you!
03/01/2016
Concerned about Air Toxics? Learn More
Here's a round-up of links shared by Multnomah County on the topic of Air Quality:
Air Toxics: Questions and Answers
Stress and Worry, A Normal Response to Potential Environmental Exposures
OHA Cancer Incidence Evaluation Southeast Portland, 2009-2013
Laboratories Serving Oregon Soil, water, plant tissue and feed analysis
Complete video of community open house on air quality, Cleveland High School, 2_9_16
Complete video of community open house on air quality, Tubman School, 2_18_16
Chair Deborah Kafoury, Mayor Charlie Hales letter to Gov. Kate Brown
These sites have maps, and other documents that may help.
Oregon Health Authority Metals Emissions
Multco Air Quality: A community concern
Here's a link where you can find toxicology information on all the metals currently of concern in Portland (plus, a lot more!)
http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/index.html
Also, links to videos from recent Community Forums on the topic in SE and North Portland:
and
02/29/2016
Update: February 29th 2016
Arbor Lodge Street Tree Pruning this Saturday, March 5th, 8:30-noon
Yep, it's going to rain. But you live in Oregon right? Grab that rain gear and join the group at Arbor Lodge Park at 8:30. The City will provide coffee and treats. You'll learn how to prune young trees from a Certified Arborist, and you'll help young trees be able to grow strong and proud as trees in Arbor Lodge neighborhood!