Impact of the Recession on Low Income Households

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Multnomah County

Multnomah County

The current recession has hit our community hard. One out of four households in Multnomah County report that over the past 12 months they have been unable to pay for essential services such as housing, heat, or food, according to a 2009 Oregonian poll. With unemployment rates of nearly 12% and 2% of homeowners in mortgage default, households in Multnomah County are feeling the impacts of the recession in big and small ways. More public school students are homeless. More families are going without healthcare, even for serious medical conditions. Poverty is not a new concept in Multnomah County, but there are now more households new to poverty that may not know how to access support services and assistance.

Your input will inform how federal dollars are spent on programs addressing the impacts of our current recession for households in Multnomah County.

Where: Floyd Light Middle School: 10800 SE Washington St.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Trimet: Bus line 20 & Max Blue Line
Dinner will be provided. Childcare and translation are available upon request by calling (503) 823-2396 three days in advance of the hearing.

We are especially interested in your answers to these questions:
• What has been the impact of the recession on low-income households?
• What temporary strategies should the City support to counter these impacts?
• Has the recession had a greater impact on communities of color and immigrants?
• How can we expand access to economic opportunities for households in need?
• How are schools and public services affected?

Co-sponsored by: Housing and Community Development Committee along with the
Multnomah County Commission on Children, Families & Community

Liquor License Renewal – North of Burnside

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Notice of renewal
All liquor licenses North of Burnside within the Portland City Limits (East &West) will expire on December 31st, 2009, unless renewed by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC). The City of Portland has approximately 2,400 establishments with a liquor license; about half of which are coming up for renewal at the end of the year. As part of the renewal process, the City of Portland makes recommendations to the OLCC on renewal applications using information gathered from neighbors, community organizations, and public safety officials. Neighbors, Neighborhood and Business Associations, and Community Organizations have a very important role in this process.

The annual renewal is an opportunity for communities to address problems or concerns with licensed establishments in their neighborhoods. Concerned neighbors and community organizations wishing to oppose a license renewal North of Burnside should advise the Office of Neighborhood Involvement as soon as possible. Licensed establishments not identified by the City of Portland as problems are processed as though they received a “favorable” recommendation. Opposition received by individuals and organizations is considered by the City before a recommendation is made to the OLCC. If neighbors have concerns but do not wish to formally oppose the license renewal, this is an excellent opportunity to engage in problem solving to address concerns informally.

Information about liquor establishments with ongoing problems must be received by November 1st, 2009.

Please send information to:
Theresa Marchetti – Liquor Licensing Specialist
Office of Neighborhood Involvement
1221 SW 4th Ave Ste 110
Portland, OR 97204
theresa.marchetti@ci.portland.or.us

EMSWCD Fall Workshops on Now!

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East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District

East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District

What the heck does EMSWCD stand for? Thats a shortish way of saying: East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District!

Register now for one (or more!) of your favorite EMSWCD workshops. Space is limited and advanced registration is required, so act soon while spaces are still available. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register online at www.emswcd.org
Workshop Information: 503-935-5383
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Naturescaping Basics: Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) a landscape that provides wildlife habitat, reduces water use and pollution without sacrificing splendor. You will receive a workbook and take home a free native plant!

Site Planning 1: Details the steps involved in planning a landscape. You will learn how to map your property, assess your garden style and needs, and work on a group design scenario. Prerequisite: Naturescaping Basics.

Native Plant Workshop: Create beautiful landscapes that attract birds, butterflies and other pollinators into your garden by using native plants! This workshop will explore which native plants are most appropriate for your urban landscape.

Rain Gardens 101: You’ll learn how to assess your property for the best rain garden location and size, choose the right plants and how to construct and maintain your rain garden.
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Please Note: All information presented in our workshops, in our educational materials and on our website should be considered general guidance. Each property has unique features that can only be understood in-situ during a site visit and by specifically qualified individuals. East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, its staff and contractors are not responsible for any property damage or loss, or any other damages resulting from the education and guidance we provide. Please be sure to check with your local jurisdiction to see if permits are required, or restrictions exist, for activities associated with landscape installation (eg. terracing, grading, erosion control, streamside restoration, downspout disconnection, etc.).

Workshop Schedule

Naturescaping Basics – 10/17
East Multnomah SWCD

Site Planning 1 – 10/24
Oak Lodge Sanitary District

Rain Gardens 101 – 10/25
Historic Kenton Firehouse

Rain Gardens 101 – 11/1
Berry Botanic Garden

Naturescaping Basics – 11/7
Tigard Public Works Auditorium

Rain Gardens 101 – 11/8
Leach Botanical Garden

Native Plant Workshop – 11/10
East Multnomah SWCD

Naturescaping Basics – 11/14
Leach Botanical Garden

Naturescaping Basics – 11/15
Historic Kenton Firehouse

Native Plant Workshop – 11/19
East Multnomah SWCD

Rain Gardens 101 – 11/22
East Multnomah SWCD

Site Planning 1 – 12/5
Tigard Public Works Auditorium

Site Planning 1 – 12/6
East Multnomah SWCD

Register online at www.emswcd.org
Workshop Information
503-935-5383

Loaves and Fishes Benefit at Widmer Gasthaus

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Widmer Gasthaus

Widmer Gasthaus

Widmer 2009-flyer

Come join us on October 13th, 2009 at the Widmer Gasthaus any time between 4-10pm or 4pm -11pm in the Pub.

With your help we can make this a successful event by remembering to best maximize the restaurant capabilities and thus donation, our guest should try to come during the restaurant off times.

Those would be between 4pm and 6pm and then after 8pm. We know not everyone can come during those times but the important thing is to come!

Also, all parties of 5 or more are encouraged to make reservations and have everyone arrive on time before being seated, this will help your hostess and servers.

I hope to see everyone! Thank you

David Lomax

MLK Center Loaves and Fishes
5325 NE Martin Luther King Blvd

www.loavesandfishesonline.org

Public Forum for Liquor Licensing Concerns

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WHAT: Public Forum for Liquor Licensing Concerns
WHEN: Tuesday October 20th, 2009
6pm to 8pm
WHERE: Portland Police Department – North Precinct
449 N.E. Emerson

There will be a Public Forum to answer your questions in an ongoing series of outreach meetings co-partnered by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission and the City of Portland. Your voice will help state and city officials understand what is most important to the community as we move forward to find solutions.

The City of Portland recognizes the unique impacts licenses may have on the surrounding community, both positive and negative. This is an opportunity to be heard and ask questions regarding what you and your city and state officials can do to ensure your livability and public safety concerns are addressed.

Who to call to address issues at licensed premises?
• What about Noise? Smoking? Litter?

How are premises licensed? What about Saturation?
• Individual vs. Location
• What are the criteria in the statute? How has this been interpreted by case law?

What can communities do to be proactive about potential concerns?
• Who are your resources?
• Good Neighbor Agreements/Partnership Agreements
• How can current regulations be changed? Processes?

Please RSVP to the Liquor License Specialist for the City of Portland
Theresa Marchetti – 503-823-3092 or theresa.marchetti@ci.portland.or.us

“To help ensure equal access to City programs, services and activities, the City of Portland will reasonably modify policies/procedures and provide auxiliary aids/services to persons with disabilities. Call 503-823-4000, or the City’s TTY at 503-823-6868, or the Oregon Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 no less than five (5) business days prior to the event.”

Theresa Marchetti
Liquor Licensing Specialist – ONI
1221 SW 4th Ave Ste 110
Portland OR 97204
503-823-3092
To view applications currently in process go to http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/index.cfm?&c=48007