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Minutes for April 2025 WNA General Meeting

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-14

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association General Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 7:00 pm Please make every effort to join us In Person at Classic Foods: 817 NE Madrona Or join the meeting online via Zoom (now with improved audio): https://zoom.us/j/3014662210?pwd=d3VKbXkzVldqYzNWU2RwVm9OUkZyZz09 Meeting ID: 301 466 2210 , Passcode: WNA Streamed/recorded on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@woodlawnneighborhoodassoci5818 Welcome and Vision: “In the future, Woodlawn will be a place where people live harmoniously, respectfully,

Dumpster Day Comes to Woodlawn on May 24, 2025 This Year!

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-10

It is that time of year again—time to clean out and clean up. This year’s Dumpster Day for the King, Sabin, and Woodlawn neighborhoods will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. —or until the dumpsters are full! And, like last year, the event will be held at For Good and Company at 6360 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Cars should enter from

Help Metro Decide What Transportation Projects to Fund by April 30th!

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-09

Metro is seeking community input for the 2028-2030 Regional Flexible Funds Allocation (RFFA) Once every three years, Metro opens a competitive grant process called Regional Flexible Funds Allocation (RFFA). This is a chance for cities throughout the region to fund new transportation projects using federal funding. This past application window, the City of Portland submitted six exciting projects. Head to their website where you can see which projects submitted by

2025 WNA Easter Egg Hunt at Woodlawn Park—April 19th Rain or Shine!

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-02

The annual Woodlawn Neighborhood Association Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 19, 2025 starting at 11:00 a.m. RAIN OR SHINE! Join us—and the Woodlawn Easter Bunny—at on the NE Dekum side of Woodlawn Park for hide-and-seek holiday fun. Kids 12 and under are welcome to come search for candy and eggs. Please join us and make sure to bring your own basket or bag! Volunteers will be

Woodlawn Neighborhood Clean Up — Saturday April 5, 2024 10 AM to Noon

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-01

Woodlawn Neighborhood Clean Up Meeting Location: Meet at Woodlawn Park on the Dekum side before the playground. Address: Woodlawn Park Portland, 97211 | Map Link What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. What’s Provided: WNA has buckets, and some litter pick

District 2 Budget Listening Session on April 3, 2025

Nancy Flynn 2025-04-01

District 2: Budget Listening Session Share your thoughts on balancing the City’s budget at a listening session on Thursday, April 3 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Budget listening sessions will be held in each district and community members can attend in-person or virtually. Feedback on closing the budget gap can also be submitted online. April 3, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Thursday, April 3 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association April 1, 2025 Agenda

Nancy Flynn 2025-03-29

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association General Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:00 pm Please make every effort to join us In Person at Classic Foods: 817 NE Madrona Or join the meeting online via Zoom (now with improved audio): https://zoom.us/j/3014662210?pwd=d3VKbXkzVldqYzNWU2RwVm9OUkZyZz09 Meeting ID: 301 466 2210 , Passcode: WNA Streamed/recorded on our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@woodlawnneighborhoodassoci5818 Welcome and Vision: “In the future, Woodlawn will be a place where people live harmoniously,

PolicyTalks: City and County Budget Advocacy on March 26, 2025

Nancy Flynn 2025-03-12

Portland and Multnomah County face steep budget deficits while demand remains high for critical community services. Voters decisively elected value-aligned City Councilors and County Commissioners in November. How can we support them in ensuring our priorities are represented in the approved City and County budgets? On Wednesday, March 26, 2025 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM, tune in to hear from County Commissioner Shannon Singleton and City Councilor Candace Avalos about

Minutes for March 2025 WNA General Meeting

Nancy Flynn 2025-03-11

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association General Meeting Agenda Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:00 pm Please make every effort to join us In Person at Classic Foods: 817 NE Madrona Or join the meeting online via Zoom (now with improved audio): https://zoom.us/j/3014662210?pwd=d3VKbXkzVldqYzNWU2RwVm9OUkZyZz09 Meeting ID: 301 466 2210 , Passcode: WNA Streamed/recorded on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@woodlawnneighborhoodassoci5818 Welcome and Vision: “In the future, Woodlawn will be a place where people live harmoniously, respectfully,

Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing Still Recruiting New Members

Nancy Flynn 2025-03-05

The Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing (PCCEP) is still looking for new members. PCCEP members have a unique opportunity to make an impact and have their voices heard around equitable policing policy. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are available here. Currently, many advisory bodies are meeting remotely. In the future, meetings could: 1) be conducted fully remotely, or 2) be conducted remotely and in person (hybrid model).