6:00 - 6:05: Welcome, Zoom protocols, and introductions 6:05 - 7:15: Neighborhood Contact Meeting for proposed development at 6705 SE 14th Avenue, the Funeral Home parking lot. The 3-story development will require a land division and include 4 single family homes with car parking and a 23-unit apartment building with inclusionary housing and no car parking. The architect will present their plans via Zoom to the SMILE Land Use Committee and neighborhood. This is your opportunity to learn more about their plans, design, schedule for construction, and more. 7:15 - 7:30: Update on research and writing for response to proposed […]

Everyone is welcomed to attend. Zoom meeting link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510655006?pwd=eGdwc3pUK1M5YkFiQVpRTzkxWlBjdz09 Meeting ID: 895 1065 5006 Passcode: 10203

Join Friends of Oaks Bottom, SOLVE and Portland Parks and Recreation to keep Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge clean for trail users and wildlife! Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge is a 163-acre floodplain wetland that sits along the east bank of the Willamette River, OR, and is the largest remaining natural area within the lower reach of the Willamette-providing necessary habitat for fish and wildlife. Native wildlife populations include threatened salmon and more than 175 species of birds. No experience is necessary but you must sign-up in advance!  Details HERE.

This meeting has been POSTPONED until March 2nd at 6:00 p.m. due to changes in the proposed project.  Details HERE.  

6:00 - 6:05: Welcome and introductions. 6:05 - 7:00: The Committee will discuss testimony for the February 16 hearing on the proposed zoning change at 5515 SE Milwaukie. SMILE meetings are currently being held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All SMILE meetings are open to the public and you are welcome to attend.  To join go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89427693184?pwd=MStNZjlCL0Y4ZThNbW5hOG1pbGw2QT09 Meeting ID: 894 2769 3184; Passcode: 485639 Meeting Ground Rules: In coming together as neighbors, we work respectfully with one another to create a safe and vibrant neighborhood. * We treat each other with respect * We work from an agenda […]

7:30 p.m.  Welcome - introductions in the Chat. 7:35 p.m.  Online meeting protocols and recording - Simon Fulford, President. 7:40 p.m.  Approval of minutes. 7:45 p.m.  Sellwood Sewer Extension project update - Tracie Heidt, City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services. 8:00 p.m.  Events Committee update - Jim Friscia, Events Committee Chair. 8:10 p.m.  Housing Solutions Committee updates and presentation - Simon Fulford, Board President and committee members. 8:35 p.m.  Community feedback and suggestions. 9:00 p.m.  Adjourn. Join Zoom meeting:  https://zoom.us/j/93795054265?pwd=ZEl1a3JldHBqSlNIWXRrakdxbnVkdz09

Everyone is welcomed to attend. Zoom meeting link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510655006?pwd=eGdwc3pUK1M5YkFiQVpRTzkxWlBjdz09 Meeting ID: 895 1065 5006 Passcode: 10203

The zoning change, if approved, would change how some parcels could be used.    The size of allowable buildings would increase on most parcels, up to a maximum of 10 stories, typically, however, 4-7 stories are built. There is no development being proposed at this time.  Environmental zones for the bluff would remain.  The HEARING NOTICE provides background information and outlines how to submit testimony.  Here's the meeting Zoom link.

7:30 p.m. Welcome & meeting protocols, RECORDING - SMILE Board Member. 7:35 p.m. Approval of Minutes – November 2021 Board Meeting. 7:40 p.m. Land Use Committee (David Schoelhammer, Chair) - Board approval of proposed public testimony. 7:50 p.m. Sellwood Community House: Hiczun Funds request - Ashley Asbjornsen, Executive Director. 8:05 p.m. SMILE Operations Update - Chris Timberlake, Director of Operations. 8:35 p.m. SMILE Board Strategic Plan (Simon/Ayo/All) - Values & Beliefs, Equity Statement and DEI. 9:00 p.m. Adjourn Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/95757680360?pwd=bjBYcUI1RlUzdWJJL0VvSkUwcHZTdz09 Meeting ID: 957 5768 0360, Password: 071425

Everyone is welcomed to attend. Zoom meeting link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89510655006?pwd=eGdwc3pUK1M5YkFiQVpRTzkxWlBjdz09 Meeting ID: 895 1065 5006 Passcode: 10203