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From Rep. Tina Kotek: New Annual Session and Upcoming Town Hall
Lots of information here - read the whole post
Legislative Town Hall
New Help for Small Businesses
Focus on Child Poverty
Upcoming Events
Legislative Town Hall With Sen. Chip Shields and Rep. Lew Frederick
The new year is off to a frenzied pace as we prepare for our first annual session in an even-numbered year. As directed by Measure 71 passed by voters in November 2010, the Legislature will be back in session on February 1st. We will have 35 days to complete the state's business.
My focus in February will be on:
* Making smart investments to create Oregon jobs, such as helping small businesses have the capital they need to grow;
* Standing up for middle class families, such as helping families who are either facing foreclosure or in the midst of a foreclosure process; and
* Prioritizing the services Oregonians need by making government leaner, more transparent, and more efficient.
The Legislature will also need to re-balance the state's budget because the recession continues to bring an increased need for services but less dollars to provide those essential services. I will fight for a sensible budget that prioritizes the most vulnerable Oregonians and our schools.
Legislative Town Hall, February 4
Please join me, Senator Chip Shields and Representative Lew Frederick for a North/Northeast Portland town hall to hear what's going on in Salem for the 2012 Legislative Session. We look forward to answering your questions and discussing the issues that are important to you.
What: Town Hall Meeting
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
Where: St. Johns Community Center
8427 N. Central St., Portland, OR 97203 (map)
For more information, call or email my legislative assistant, Michelle Rogelstad, at rep.tinakotek@state.or.us or (503) 286-0558 (district).
We hope to see you there!
BizORNew Help for Small Businesses
Businesses in Oregon got an early present this past holiday season. Business Oregon, a state agency that works to create, retain, expand and attract businesses in Oregon, has received $16.5 million in federal funds to help small businesses borrow money.
When combined with other available resources, the funds will inject $165 million into Oregon small businesses over the next four years through the Credit Enhancement Fund, the Oregon Business Development Fund, and the Capital Access Program. These three programs have helped businesses in this state access an estimated $817 million in financing already, and are prepared to help with more.
Helping small businesses in Oregon grow and prosper is a priority for me, and is something that I believe holds the key to Oregon's future economic growth. Whether businesses are small and local, or iconic worldwide companies, we must ensure that we invest in job-creating companies here in Oregon.
Business Oregon has many great financing options and other assistance for small businesses in Oregon. For more information, call my district office at (503) 286-0558 or email me at rep.tinakotek@state.or.us.
LegFocus on Child Poverty
I'm sure many of you saw the cover of the Parade magazine during the holiday season that highlighted the shameful fact that Oregon has the highest rate of food insecurity for children in the country. I recently attended a meeting of the Metro-area school district superintendents and was reminded about the high percentages of children and youth who benefit from free or reduced-price lunches in our schools, especially in east Multnomah County. I know that too many families in North and Northeast Portland are struggling to provide the basics of food and shelter for their children.
This is unacceptable. We all know we can do better to make sure every child has an opportunity to thrive.
In addition to the things many of you do regularly to help out through volunteering and donating supplies to those in need, I hope you will share your ideas of how we can make a dent in child poverty in our state. For my part, I will continue to focus on reviving our state's economy while at the same time protecting critical services for our most low-income families, such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). With 60,000 children currently receiving help from TANF across our state, we have to help their parents get back to work and back on the road to self-sufficiency.
As always, it's a pleasure to represent you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Legislative Town Hall
New Help for Small Businesses
Focus on Child Poverty
Upcoming Events
Legislative Town Hall With Sen. Chip Shields and Rep. Lew Frederick
The new year is off to a frenzied pace as we prepare for our first annual session in an even-numbered year. As directed by Measure 71 passed by voters in November 2010, the Legislature will be back in session on February 1st. We will have 35 days to complete the state's business.
My focus in February will be on:
* Making smart investments to create Oregon jobs, such as helping small businesses have the capital they need to grow;
* Standing up for middle class families, such as helping families who are either facing foreclosure or in the midst of a foreclosure process; and
* Prioritizing the services Oregonians need by making government leaner, more transparent, and more efficient.
The Legislature will also need to re-balance the state's budget because the recession continues to bring an increased need for services but less dollars to provide those essential services. I will fight for a sensible budget that prioritizes the most vulnerable Oregonians and our schools.
Legislative Town Hall, February 4
Please join me, Senator Chip Shields and Representative Lew Frederick for a North/Northeast Portland town hall to hear what's going on in Salem for the 2012 Legislative Session. We look forward to answering your questions and discussing the issues that are important to you.
What: Town Hall Meeting
When: Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
Where: St. Johns Community Center
8427 N. Central St., Portland, OR 97203 (map)
For more information, call or email my legislative assistant, Michelle Rogelstad, at rep.tinakotek@state.or.us or (503) 286-0558 (district).
We hope to see you there!
BizORNew Help for Small Businesses
Businesses in Oregon got an early present this past holiday season. Business Oregon, a state agency that works to create, retain, expand and attract businesses in Oregon, has received $16.5 million in federal funds to help small businesses borrow money.
When combined with other available resources, the funds will inject $165 million into Oregon small businesses over the next four years through the Credit Enhancement Fund, the Oregon Business Development Fund, and the Capital Access Program. These three programs have helped businesses in this state access an estimated $817 million in financing already, and are prepared to help with more.
Helping small businesses in Oregon grow and prosper is a priority for me, and is something that I believe holds the key to Oregon's future economic growth. Whether businesses are small and local, or iconic worldwide companies, we must ensure that we invest in job-creating companies here in Oregon.
Business Oregon has many great financing options and other assistance for small businesses in Oregon. For more information, call my district office at (503) 286-0558 or email me at rep.tinakotek@state.or.us.
LegFocus on Child Poverty
I'm sure many of you saw the cover of the Parade magazine during the holiday season that highlighted the shameful fact that Oregon has the highest rate of food insecurity for children in the country. I recently attended a meeting of the Metro-area school district superintendents and was reminded about the high percentages of children and youth who benefit from free or reduced-price lunches in our schools, especially in east Multnomah County. I know that too many families in North and Northeast Portland are struggling to provide the basics of food and shelter for their children.
This is unacceptable. We all know we can do better to make sure every child has an opportunity to thrive.
In addition to the things many of you do regularly to help out through volunteering and donating supplies to those in need, I hope you will share your ideas of how we can make a dent in child poverty in our state. For my part, I will continue to focus on reviving our state's economy while at the same time protecting critical services for our most low-income families, such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). With 60,000 children currently receiving help from TANF across our state, we have to help their parents get back to work and back on the road to self-sufficiency.
As always, it's a pleasure to represent you. I hope to hear from you soon.
This Thursday - Jan 19th - visit the DD
Have you been checking the weather forecast lately? It looks like snow, then rain - lots of rain! As the rivers and streams around us start to rise this weekend, do you feel safe from flooding?
Luckily for those of us who live near the Columbia River, we've got our friends at the Multnomah County Drainage Districts [DD] to rely on. This Thursday afternoon, you can give yourself peace of mind by learning about the important work they do to keep us safe and dry.
Slough Tour: Water Flow
Thursday Jan 19, 4-5pm
MCDD, 1880 NE Elrod Dr
At this short and casual tour, we'll learn about the people, machines, and structures that keep parts of Gresham, Fairview, and NE Portland from flooding. District Engineer Byron Woltersdorf will talk about the history of water control in the Portland area and show us the levees and pump stations onsite.
Free! Suitable for adults and children 10+, dress for the weather.
Register online at www.columbiaslough.org.
Luckily for those of us who live near the Columbia River, we've got our friends at the Multnomah County Drainage Districts [DD] to rely on. This Thursday afternoon, you can give yourself peace of mind by learning about the important work they do to keep us safe and dry.
Slough Tour: Water Flow
Thursday Jan 19, 4-5pm
MCDD, 1880 NE Elrod Dr
At this short and casual tour, we'll learn about the people, machines, and structures that keep parts of Gresham, Fairview, and NE Portland from flooding. District Engineer Byron Woltersdorf will talk about the history of water control in the Portland area and show us the levees and pump stations onsite.
Free! Suitable for adults and children 10+, dress for the weather.
Register online at www.columbiaslough.org.
2 Important Meetings In January
There are two joint meetings with East Columbia Neighborhood
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
7 PM @ Columbia Pioneer School in the Bus Driver’s meeting Area
716 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR
The NEW Study of Crashes on Marine Drive
We will have an opportunity to talk to the agencies managing the study. We need to express our concerns about the traffic problems on Marine Drive. One of the issues with this study is that it has been done before and some of us would like to see the money obtained for the study to be applied to some of the previously recommended improvements for Marine Drive. (The bus driver’s meeting area is under the gym in the south east corner of the school.)
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
6PM @ Kenton Firehouse
8105 N. Brandon St. (just south of the Kenton Post Office)
Proposed Stormwater Management Fee
This is a Special Meeting to discuss the city of Portland’s plan to charge us for Storm Water Management which is done by Pen2. The proposed fee would be added to the sewer/water bills. It is a huge proposed increase that will not increase our service!! I will send out another e-mail with few more details, but this meeting is your chance to find out what may happen and why.
Please try to attend both of these meetings.
If you have questions or comments, please send an e-mail to
Leslie Sawyer
Matt Whitney
Bridgeton.neighborhood@comcast.net
Co-Chairs, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
7 PM @ Columbia Pioneer School in the Bus Driver’s meeting Area
716 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR
The NEW Study of Crashes on Marine Drive
We will have an opportunity to talk to the agencies managing the study. We need to express our concerns about the traffic problems on Marine Drive. One of the issues with this study is that it has been done before and some of us would like to see the money obtained for the study to be applied to some of the previously recommended improvements for Marine Drive. (The bus driver’s meeting area is under the gym in the south east corner of the school.)
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
6PM @ Kenton Firehouse
8105 N. Brandon St. (just south of the Kenton Post Office)
Proposed Stormwater Management Fee
This is a Special Meeting to discuss the city of Portland’s plan to charge us for Storm Water Management which is done by Pen2. The proposed fee would be added to the sewer/water bills. It is a huge proposed increase that will not increase our service!! I will send out another e-mail with few more details, but this meeting is your chance to find out what may happen and why.
Please try to attend both of these meetings.
If you have questions or comments, please send an e-mail to
Leslie Sawyer
Matt Whitney
Bridgeton.neighborhood@comcast.net
Co-Chairs, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
No meeting on December 12th
There is no neighborhood meeting on Dec 12th
The next Bridgeton Neighborhood Association meeting will be Tuesday, January 10.
We will be holding a joint meeting with the East Columbia Neighborhood to learn about the new study of the Crashes on Marine Drive.
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There will also be a meeting held at the Kenton Firehall for all of the people in the areas controlled by the Drainage Districts in January. This is to discuss Portland’s plan to assess home owners and businesses for Storm Water Control in this area.
More information out about this when I know.....
The next Bridgeton Neighborhood Association meeting will be Tuesday, January 10.
We will be holding a joint meeting with the East Columbia Neighborhood to learn about the new study of the Crashes on Marine Drive.
*********
There will also be a meeting held at the Kenton Firehall for all of the people in the areas controlled by the Drainage Districts in January. This is to discuss Portland’s plan to assess home owners and businesses for Storm Water Control in this area.
More information out about this when I know.....
November Meeting
Monday, November 14, 2011
7 PM @ Columbia Pioneer School
716 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR
AGENDA:
Neighborhood Clean up Review
We hope everyone helps on Saturday the 5th of November
What can we do to improve membership on our board of directors?
Discuss what topics we want at our meetings.
Other things like the CRC
Environmental Evaluation of the Sloughs/West Hayden Island
Police/involved Neighbor Patrols
A Neighborhood Disaster Response Plan
What is happening at Jubitz
If you have questions or comments, please send an e-mail to
Leslie Sawyer,
Co-Chair, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
parafriend@comcast.net
Matt Whitney,
Co-Chair, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
7 PM @ Columbia Pioneer School
716 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR
AGENDA:
Neighborhood Clean up Review
We hope everyone helps on Saturday the 5th of November
What can we do to improve membership on our board of directors?
Discuss what topics we want at our meetings.
Other things like the CRC
Environmental Evaluation of the Sloughs/West Hayden Island
Police/involved Neighbor Patrols
A Neighborhood Disaster Response Plan
What is happening at Jubitz
If you have questions or comments, please send an e-mail to
Leslie Sawyer,
Co-Chair, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
parafriend@comcast.net
Matt Whitney,
Co-Chair, Bridgeton Neighborhood Association
Wednesday: Test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert System scheduled for November 9, 2011
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) on Wednesday, November 9th 11:00 a.m. P.S.T.
When the test occurs, please DO NOT call 911 unless you are experiencing a actual emergency. The public will hear a 30 second message clearly indicating, "This is a test." The message will be the same across radio, television, cable and satellite outlets. To further avoid confusion, TV outlets may prepare an on-screen “crawl” or other visual reminder indicating this is merely a test. Click here for more information: http://www.fema.gov/emergency/ipaws/eas_info.shtm.
The national-level EAS is an alert and warning system that enables the President to address the American public during extreme emergencies. This test will resemble frequently conducted, local EAS tests. However, this is a national event. As such, this test will broadcast to television and radio outlets throughout the country.
WHAT: National Emergency Alert System Test
WHEN: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
When the test occurs, please DO NOT call 911 unless you are experiencing a actual emergency. The public will hear a 30 second message clearly indicating, "This is a test." The message will be the same across radio, television, cable and satellite outlets. To further avoid confusion, TV outlets may prepare an on-screen “crawl” or other visual reminder indicating this is merely a test. Click here for more information: http://www.fema.gov/emergency/ipaws/eas_info.shtm.
The national-level EAS is an alert and warning system that enables the President to address the American public during extreme emergencies. This test will resemble frequently conducted, local EAS tests. However, this is a national event. As such, this test will broadcast to television and radio outlets throughout the country.
WHAT: National Emergency Alert System Test
WHEN: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
It's Fall Cleanup Time!!
Saturday November 4th is the day to clean up our neighborhood.
From 9 AM to noon you can come out and help...
The roll offs need monitoring, the triangle on Marine/Gantenbein needs work and who knows - you might find a treasure in someone's junque!
Document shredder bins will be at Channel's Edge and a contribution is requested for this service.
From 9 AM to noon you can come out and help...
The roll offs need monitoring, the triangle on Marine/Gantenbein needs work and who knows - you might find a treasure in someone's junque!
Document shredder bins will be at Channel's Edge and a contribution is requested for this service.