6:00 - 6:05 PM: Introductions. 6:05 - 7:00 PM: Joint meeting with the Stewardship of Natural Amenities Committee (SNAC) to discuss the proposed River Plan.  More information on the River Plan is at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/42540. 7:00 - 7:05 PM: Discuss submitting comments for a Land Use notice for 6705 SE 14th Avenue, a proposal to reduce setbacks for townhomes to accommodate a new sidewalk.  More information is at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/BDS/article/680513.  Comments are due May 4. 7:05 - 7:15 PM: Discuss submitting comments for a Land Use notice for 5225 SE 18th Avenue, a proposal to exceed 15% coverage by accessory buildings to […]

7:30 p.m. - Welcome and introductions. 7:35 p.m. - Review and pass minutes for April 4 meeting. 7:40 p.m. - SMILE Board Election, Miriam Erb, SMILE Board Member & Nominating Committee Chair.  All of the candidates for the SMILE board introduce themselves in brief (2-3 minute) speeches and then all SMILE members present in the room will vote. The votes will be collected, tallied, and announced at the end of the meeting. 8:20 p.m. - Discussion: Oaks Bottom Habitat Enhancement Project, Ronda Fast, Environmental Program Coordinator, City of Portland Environmental Services. 8:50 p.m. - SMILE Board Election, Mirian Erb, SMILE Board Member & […]

SE 9th Avenue between Marion + Linn Streets in Sellwood-Moreland This is a family-friendly event. Lunch provided. Kindly RSVP. 

7:00 - 7:05 PM: Introductions. 7:05 - 9:00 PM: Discuss the Better Housing by Design Project Proposed Draft Report to be released May 11 and list recommended testimony for the SMILE Board to consider adopting at their May 16 meeting.  The Project is proposing to change the code for multifamily zones to increase allowable housing types, increase density, increase affordable housing, limit the size of buildings, change requirements for outdoor space, and improve building design.  More information is at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/71903.  The deadline for submitting testimony to the Planning and Sustainability Commission is June 12.

6:00 p.m. - Introductions and Announcements – Scott Kelly, Chairman, Transportation Committee. 6:10 p.m. - Reedway Crossing – Will Henderson.  Review draft letter to Metro recommending the Reedway Crossing project be included in the proposed Metro transportation bond. 6:45 p.m. - Work group open discussion forum – Scott Kelly.  Open discussion of transportation issues in the neighborhood, including reviewing issues the committee addressed in the past, and potential future agenda items. 7:10 p.m.  - Future agenda items. 7:15 p.m. - Adjourn.

  7:30 p.m. - Welcome and introductions. 7:35 p.m. - Review and pass minutes for April 18 meeting. 7:40 p.m. - Discussion: legal engagement letter for Friends of Moreland Woods.  Elizabeth Milner, Board member & SNAC Committee Chair. 7:50 p.m. - Update: SMILE Open House. Corinne Stefanick, event organizer. 7:55 p.m. - Update: Sellwood Community Center.  Gail Hoffnagle, SMILE Vice President & Friends of Sellwood Community Center Chair. 8:00 p.m. - Update: brick pathway fundraiser.  Kim Borcherding, Board member and Fundraising Committee Chair. 8:05 p.m. - Update: Transportation Committee.  Scott Kelly, Transportation Committee Chair.  Review draft letter recommending including Reedway Crossing […]

2018CleanUpFlyer Neighborhood Event designed to help clean up our neighborhood by allowing residents to clean out that yard, basement, garage at a reduced rate. It generates revenue for the neighborhood association which goes directly back into the neighborhood with programs such as The Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas Tree lighting, Sundae In The Park and for other youth or organizations group requests. We accept metal, yard debri, mixed waste, styrofoam, appliances and reusable household items. Look for very specific notifications of specifics in the Bee. No Asbestos or no materials contains Asbestos. Volunteers Needed! Call 593-969-5061 to volunteer!!!