In 2023, lawmakers chose to underfund Employment Related Day Care (ERDC). We know that ERDC is a lifeline for families struggling to afford child care. In November the program was forced to institute an indefinite waitlist—which has grown to more than 1,600 Oregon families who may be waiting for months or even years. It didn’t, and […]
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Rumble On The River Forum 2/22
Rumble On The River Community Forum #13–Webinar Thursday, February 22nd: 7:00-8:30 PM Register HERE for this ZOOM webinar.Risky Reality of Our Toxic Mix – PSU/Multnomah County Report Review “Over 1000 hazardous storage containers at local industries in Multnomah County are in danger of leaking in an earthquake because they were not built to seismic design standards. […]
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Warming Shelters
Click here for an interactive map of locations to stay warm during the day. PLEASE NOTE! First Christian Church, 1314 SW Park Ave., Portland(link is external), operated by Multnomah County, is CLOSED due to a burst pipe. Severe weather shelters are remaining open overnight Tuesday, Jan. 16, closing tomorrow, Jan. 17, at 8 a.m. The following warming site will open […]
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PBOT Weather Advisories
Winter Weather Road Closures and Chain Advisories https://www.portland.gov/transportation/weather/winter-weather-road-closures-and-chain-advisories Contact PBOT PBOT 24/7 Maintenance Dispatch PDXroads@portlandoregon.gov 503-823-1700Available 24/7 for emergency road hazards. Related Winter Weather Center GET HOME SAFE: Snow and Ice Travel Tips Winter Weather Basics and FAQ Topics Transportation and roads
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10/18 Roundtable Talks
Representatives from the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, Project RED, Transition Projects, Lines for Life, and the VA Suicide Prevention Program will join our roundtable event this Wednesday, October 18 at 6 p.m. at the Lincoln High School Library (1750 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon 97205) to discuss mental health and community resilience. Children welcome […]
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10/7 Holly Park Multicultural Fair
The Holly Park Multicultural Fair will be a celebration of diversity, entrepreneurship, and the rich tapestry of traditions that make up our vibrant community; happening October 7 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. More than an event; it’s a celebration of unity in diversity, an affirmation of entrepreneurship, and an inspiration for new immigrants aspiring […]
Converse with Civic Life and Mayor’s office about Portland Solutions and the future of Civic Life in the new form of government. A 30-minute presentation will be followed by Q&A. October 2, 20236:00 pm – 7:00 pm Please click the link below to join the webinar:https://zoom.us/j/98544229602?p… Passcode: 938122 https://www.portland.gov/transition/events/2023/10/2/neighborhood-listening-session-upcoming-city-organization-chart-hosted
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS STORIES, STRATEGIES, SOLUTIONS Join us on October 4th 6-8 p.m. at Lincoln High School theater for a night dedicated to raising awareness about our students’ mental health. Presented by our students, they will share day-to-day experiences, struggles, strategies, and valuable resources related to mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention. The students […]
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10/1 Portland Marathon
ROUTE DESCRIPTION Although the actual race route does not enter Southwest Hills, it will impact nearby streets. See map at https://www.portlandmarathon.com/traffic/southwesthills Runners begin the race Downtown and do loops around Downtown, Old Town, Northwest District, Lloyd District, and Pearl District before using Naito and SW Macadam Ave to travel south through South Portland and cross […]
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7pm on 9/2: BIG @ Hamilton Park
Celebrate the end of summer with live music, food trucks and games and stay for the 1988 Tom Hanks classic “BIG”. Free End of Summer CelebrationHamilton Park, Portland, OregonSeptember 2nd, 2023Festivities begin at 6:30 Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy the show!