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Want to go solar?

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Sun, 2010-02-07 09:00

There's a new program called 'Solarize Northeast' aimed at helping you figure out how to make solar energy a part of your life. Click here for details.

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Commissioner: Smart "call" is to recycle old cell phones

Submitted by Jeremy Doucette... on Fri, 2010-01-22 09:00

Every year, citizens of the U.S. needlessly toss thousands of old cell phones, pagers, smart phones, and MP3 players into the garbage.  And according to the Environmental Protection Agency, these out-of-date tech gadgets contain toxic metals and other materials - such as lead, chromium VI, and brominated flame retardants - that can pollute ground water and the air we breath.

These environmental concerns have sparked the Multnomah County Commissioners office to create recycling boxes in several convenient Portland locations in an effort to reduce this technology waste.

Recycling boxes are in the following county locations: Central Library, Midland Library, Multnomah County East building and Multnomah building.

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City approves 'Treebate' program

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Wed, 2009-11-04 14:50

Starting today, if you plant a tree you can get as much as $50 off your utility bill.  It's part of the Bureau of Environmental Services' new Treebate program that the city approved Wednesday morning.

Mature trees help suck up hundreds of gallons of rainwater every year, reducing the strain on sewers and local rivers and streams.

The City Council enacted the rule effective immediately because we are entering the best time of the year to plant trees.

(Thanks to Flickr user sburt for the photo)

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'Treebate' program on City Council's agenda

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Wed, 2009-11-04 12:01

The City Council is slated to decide on Wednesday whether property owners should get a rebate for planting more trees.

It's part of the Bureau of Environmental Services' new Treebate program.

So why are they so hot on people planting new trees?

Mature trees help suck up hundreds of gallons of rainwater every year, reducing the amount that flows into storm drains and into local rivers and streams.

If the City Council approves the new program, we are told it will go into effect immediately.

Thanks to Flickr user sburt for the photo.

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International Day of Climate Action set for Oct. 24

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Tue, 2009-10-20 09:27

Head over to Pioneer Square from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 24 to take park in the International Day of Climate Action.

PSU students, bicyclists, kayakers, walkers supporting the 350-mile coastal trek, families, and concerned individuals will all convene at Pioneer Square.

An aerial photo will be taken during the rally and sent to the Copenhagen Climate Conference delegates and the Times Square jumbotrons. Performers and speakers will help mark this special day!

Visit www.350oregon.org/home for more details.

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Storm drains fill on Sandy Boulevard

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Sat, 2009-10-17 22:00

A worker at the Hollywood Liquor store at Northeast 38th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard cleans the storm drains on Saturday after a spot of heavy rains.

According to KATU.com, city workers are telling Portlanders that it's their job to keep the streets clean, so I thought this picture was timely. Here's a link to the story: http://www.katu.com/news/local/64679092.html

 

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The roar of F-15s... some love it, some hate it

Submitted by Shannon Cheesman on Fri, 2009-09-25 03:53

I live near the airport and often hear planes overhead and the roar of F-15s that fly in and out of the area.

Having lived in Northeast Portland for the past decade, I've gotten used to it - it's all background noise to me. And to be honest, I love the sound an F-15 makes as it flies over my house.  I normally never see them, but I can feel and hear them up there. 

But some folks understandably have issues with it.

The Sumner Association of Neighbors blog has some good information about a recently approved Oregon Air National Guard descent plan and how folks can voice their concerns about the noise.

It's definitely worth a look if this is a major concern for you.

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It's kind of hard to miss that giant crane ...

Submitted by Elena Buller on Thu, 2009-09-24 10:14

 

What's up with the giant crane in NE Portland?

I first spotted it coming over the Fremont Bridge. Then I saw the construction (no, it's not another round of trendy condos going up).

It's for the kids!

Turns out Legacy Emanuel is getting a new home for their Pediatrics unit.

There you have it. Mystery solved.

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Bothered by air traffic noise? Find out more at the Concordia Neighborhood Association meeting

Submitted by Suzanne Goddyn on Tue, 2009-10-06 10:07

Jerry Gerspach noise analyst, representatives of the Port of Portland as well as members of the Community Noise Advisory will be on hand at the Concordia Neighborhood Association general meeting at the Kennedy School. A report will be given detailing the progress of the North Runway Extension project and to address neighborhood concerns about air traffic and noise.

  • Date:  Oct. 6
  • Time: 7 p.m.
  • Place: The Kennedy School Community Room

For more information about the project go to the Port of Portland website: http://www.portofportland.com/Prj_PDX_NREX_Home.aspx

To report noise or low flying planes:
http://www.portofportland.com/Noise_Mgmt_Home.aspx

or call 503-460-4100 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m

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Green Renaissance Fair

Submitted by Shannon Cheesman on Tue, 2009-09-08 08:52

This is a press release courtesy of Green Renaissance, LLC and Portland Artist Network

Where: Holladay Park, NE 11th Ave & Holladay St, Portland, OR

When: September 19 - 20, 2009 (Sat, 11am-7pm & Sun, 11am-6pm)

What: The Green Renaissance Fair is a celebration of a global cultural movement we call the Green Renaissance that is gaining momentum each day. You will find information, technologies and art that reflect the steps being taken to usher in this exciting sustainable age in the form of education and recreation for everyone.
This two day green extravaganza will highlight a plethora of everything green.

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