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Upcoming Town Hall with Senator Diane Rosenbaum and others

Mike OConnor — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:09:14 +0000

TOWN HALL NOTICE:

Please join Senator Diane Rosenbaum, Representative Carolyn Tomei, Multnomah County Commissioner Deborah Kafoury and METRO Councilor Carlotta Collette for a joint town hall meeting.

Topics include current legislative issues, with a special emphasis on the new state transportation package and what it means for the Sellwood Bridge.

We look forward to seeing you all there!

SEPTEMBER 23rd
7:00 – 8:30pm
Sellwood SMILE Station

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Brooklyn Sees Rise in Burglaries

Lance — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:33:26 +0000

photo credit: *saxon*

Recently there has been an increase in burglaries in the Brooklyn neighborhood, so I wanted to take the opportunity to share some home security tips with you. Often burglaries are a crime of opportunity, so these tips suggest ways to decrease the interest that a burglar might have in your home/apartment. For more in-depth information, please refer to the online resources listed below or contact Havilah Ferschweiler, Crime Prevention Coordinator for the Brooklyn neighborhood at 503-823-0540 or hferschweiler@ci.portland.or.us.

A few tips:
Keep your front yard free of property that a burglar could just pick up. Most importantly, keep the front of your house visible from the street.
Landscaping is important to consider. Bushes should be trimmed (usually no higher than three feet high). Tree branches should be trimmed six feet off the ground. By increasing the visibility of your home, your neighbors are able to see if anything unusual is happening.

Balance privacy with security. Fences should be no higher than six feet along the sides and back of your home. Good neighbor fences (alternating fencing slats) provide privacy and sight visibility. Fencing for the front of your home should be low. Consider locks for any gates you may install. Don’t leave objects lying around including ladders or tools that may be used to enter your home. Pick up newspapers and notices promptly.

Keep your garage door closed. Many times homeowners who are gardening in the back yard leave the garage doors open. A thief can enter the garage and even the house without you knowing.

Have the outside of your house/apartment well lit. Many burglaries happen during the daytime while most people are at work, but burglaries do happen at night, too. Keeping secluded areas of your property well-lit will dissuade most burglars. Outside lights connected to motion sensors are inexpensive and may deter a would-be burglar. Always keep your front porch light on at night. It’s important for safety, as well as for emergency responders who might need to find your home/apartment in a hurry. Also, leave some interior lights on when you are away at night. Timers are also an excellent way to turn on (and off) lights in certain rooms.

For more information on door, locks and window security please refer to the Guide to Home and Vehicle Security listed below. Residents are encouraged to get involved in helping to reduce crimes and chronic nuisances by participating in two programs offered by ONI Crime Prevention. Both programs are avenues for neighbors to get to know one another.

Neighborhood Watch increases the safety and sense of community in neighborhoods by organizing individuals and families on their own block. Neighborhood Watch teaches neighbors how to recognize and report suspicious activity, as well as offer a chance for neighbors to get to know one another.Community Foot Patrols provide a visible presence as a deterrent to criminal activity. Active trained patrol volunteers collaborate with crime prevention coordinators and police to reduce neighborhood problems. A Guide to Home and Vehicle Security- Portland Police Bureau website at http://www.portlandonline.com/police/index.cfm?c=29869&a=31554. For additional crime prevention information- ONI Crime Prevention website at http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/index.cfm?c=30031.

Feeling Inspired? Here’s a chance to serve

Adam — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:56:27 +0000

photo credit: stevebott

The Brooklyn Action Corps (the fancy name for our neighborhood association) has several open positions and we need your help. The coming year or so will be amongst the most pivotal in the neighborhood’s history. Chip in and help Brooklyn’s continued progress. Our next General Neighborhood Meeting is on January 28th at 7pm in the Loaves and Fishes Center at SE Center and Milwaukie. Come volunteer and make a difference!

Mark Your Calendars, Big Brooklyn Events!

Adam — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:35:50 +0000

SAVE THESE DATES! August 14th & September 7th

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2008 1 – 4 pm
The Brooklyn Action Corps sponsors the 7th Annual “ICE CREAM SOCIAL IN THE PARK”

Various activities have been planned such as the ever popular air bouncer, face painting, balloon man, petting zoo, banner making, raffle for great prizes and of course Ice Cream Bars for an unbelievable 25 cents!

Loaves and Fishes will be back with hot dogs, sausages, potato salad and soft drinks. Other booths will feature the Brooklyn Historical Society, our local artists, plant exchange, Crime Prevention and SE Uplift.
Plan to attend and enjoy an afternoon with your family and neighbors.
We need help for setup and take down.
Any volunteers? We need your help. Call the Help Line 503/241-4540

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“Big Screen on the Green”
Portland Parks & Recreation’s presents “Movie in the Park” Thursday, August 14 in Brooklyn Park
“Spiderman 3”

If you are looking for free family activities this summer, enjoy the beauty of your own neighborhood. “Big Screen on the Green” is a free parks program developed to bring community members and neighbors together for a great summer activity in their neighborhood parks.

“I love that we can offer something in the parks that is both free and an extremely positive use of the park,” said Jeff Milkes, South Services Manager. “The screen is 268 square feet and the projection and sound system are exceptional.”

The movie will begin at dusk (between 8 pm and 8:45 pm) and is weather permitting. A rainout will be called by 5 pm and will be posted at the park. Prior to each movie, attendees will be greeted with various entertainment that begins at 6:30 pm.

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Change to Wednesday’s General Meeting

Adam — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:12:56 +0000

Through a shared miscommunication with the BAC and Chief Sizer’s office we won’t have the Chief at the week’s meeting. That’s the bad news. The good news is that we’ll be getting a few other police officials including Brooklyn’s beat officer and a transit officer to discuss current issues and future MAX station ideas. Additionally we’ll have Resolutions Northwest, a mediation service, to discuss neighborhood problem solving. Chief Sizer has promised a make good meeting.This upcoming meeting will still be about any crime issues the neighborhood faces and any concerns we need to be aware of as planning for MAX stations begins. We will take this discussion and use it to form a specific agenda for Chief Sizer to address when she visits us this fall.

The meeting will be in the Loaves and Fishes center at SE Milwaukie and SE Center at 7pm. True Brew coffee and pastries will be there free!

Spring Cleanup Wrap Up

Marie — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:51:02 +0000

As far as spring cleanups go, we thought this was going to be the worst due to the unseasonably cold and wet weather we have been experiencing for weeks. How could anyone get out in their yards? The real surprise came when the day ended up quite dry, at least in Brooklyn, even though the date coincided with the Rose Parade.
A big thank you from the BAC to all the volunteers with special mention to Ann Noonan, Pam Vick, Adam Marx, D. Rouse, Daryl Phillippi and the seven men from JOIN who worked tirelessly to help empty some of the most difficult and smelliest yard debris loads we have had in the history of our neighborhood cleanups. Though the lines were not as long, we managed to collect 3 bins of mixed waste and 2 bins of yard debris totaling over 16 tons.
This year for the first time, we recycled plastics and microwaves. Also, metal was a commodity so very little ended up in the dumpsters. Items of interest were left along side the dumpsters for anyone to take their pick. We definitely believe in the saying, “One’s junk is another’s treasure.”
All in all, it ended up a very successful cleanup, even though the weather and the Rose Parade were conflicts. Thanks to everyone who participated!

Cleanup Day Saturday, June 7

Debbra — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:00:24 +0000

Mark your calendar and consider volunteering. It’s time for the Brooklyn Neighborhood Cleanup.

WHEN? THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2008
9am – 3pm
WHERE? 16th & SE Center

Mixed Waste: $10 for small pick up loads ($20-25 for large loads)

Yard Debris: $7 (more for large loads)
Each vehicle will be quoted a price before unloading.
We have the right to refuse any load and contractor loads will not be accepted.

Accepted: Batteries; Tires: $3 without rims, $4 with rims.
This year, for the first time, TV’s, computer monitors, and microwaves will be accepted for $12 each (depending on size) and taken to Far West Fibers for recycling.

Not accepted: Motors, large appliances, curbside recyclables, hazardous waste

Volunteers are needed!
Volunteers willing to work a two-hour shift at the cleanup will be allowed one free load of yard debris OR general waste. CALL NOW and reserve your time. 503/241-4540

Senior pick up available. Call the HelpLine 503/241-4540

Cleanup sponsored by METRO and the Brooklyn Action Corps.