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  • New to Facebook “Keep Portland Weird, But Safe”

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    There’s new Facebook page Keep Portland Weird, But Safe While this page is not a publication of the North Park Blocks it seems our NPB experience this past summer has inspired it’s launch. In return we would like to publicize the page and share its public statement. “Keep Portland Weird, But Safe” – Public Statement: City Policy…

  • North Park Block Tree Trimming Starts Nov 2nd

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    Dear North Park Block Neighbors, The trees on the North Park Blocks will be receiving some much needed attention November 2nd through November 13th by the City of Portland Parks and Recreation-Urban Forestry Department.   Each tree will be pruned for canopy lifting and hazard limb removal as warranted. This pruning is necessary to ensure overall tree health…

  • Keep Portland Weird (But Safe)

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    This past summer the North Park Blocks experienced a dramatic rise in unlawful activity – traveling gangs, aggressive panhandlers, drugs, public sex, off-leash dog attacks. That situation was turned around when City Hall finally took notice and Portland Police stepped up their presence to enforce the law in the park. We saw smart policing based on…