11/03/2011
Crime Prevention
As you've likely heard, there have been some arson incidents recently in North Portland. Mark Wells, Crime Prevention Coordinator, spoke at our last neighborhood meeting and gave the following advice:
Test all smoke detectors
Remove anything flammable outdoors
Put away barbeque related items
Walk the perimeter of your house daily
Report anything suspicious
Most of the fires have started between 1:00 - 5:00 AM. For emergencies call 911. The non-emergency line is: 503.834.3333.
You can view reported crime statistics on www.portlandmaps.com.
11/02/2011
The Portland Plan
The Proposed Draft of the Portland Plan is available for review. The City is asking for comments through November 30th. Give it a read and send them your input!
10/25/2011
Tool Library Birthday Party
The North Portland Tool Library is celebrating their 7th birthday with a dinner party this Saturday, October 29th, from 6:00-9:00 PM at the Historic Kenton Firehouse. There will be local food and drinks, plus live music and a silent auction. Suggested donation is $7-10 per person. See you there!
10/15/2011
Know Your Neighbor
There is a great opportunity to meet some people in our neighborhood at this Thursday's general meeting. A few items on the agenda for the evening are: a presentation from the Bureau of Planning & Sustainability about the City of Portland's new waste removal program, Crime Prevention Coordinator Mark Wells will talk about safety concerns, and the annual election of board members for our neighborhood association will take place. We hope to see you there!
Thursday, October 20th, 6:30 PM
Historic Kenton Firehouse
09/29/2011
Elections!
Our neighborhood association elections are around the corner -- and ALNA is looking for someone to fill the secretary position.
The secretary performs the following tasks:
Records and maintains the minutes of all board and membership meetings.
Maintains a record of attendance for all board and membership meetings.
Posts meeting minutes to the ALNA website and submits them to North Portland Neighborhood Services.
This is a great opportunity to get involved in your neighborhood, build leadership skills and boost your resume. Could you be our next secretary? Please email board@arborlodgeneighborhood.com if interested.
Vote at the next general membership meeting:
Thursday, October 20th, 6:30 PM at the Historic Kenton Firehouse