Portland Current
2008 March 14
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Multnomah County Socialist Party
March 16, 1-3pm
Belmont Library, 1038 SE 39th Ave,
Monthly meeting of the Socialist Party of Multnomah. [Editor's Note: I think I listed this as the 17th in some notices -- having now gotten my hands on a calendar, the meeting is on the 16th. Third Sunday, as per usual.]
http://www.thesocialistparty.org/spo/pdx/
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[Mrr] Meeting with Chris Hedges on Wednesday 3/19 at 12pm noon
All,
There is an opportunity to meet with Chris Hedges, author of books such as "What Every Person Should Know About War", on Wednesday, March 19th at noon. The dialogue will center counter recruitment in schools. If you are interested in attending, please contact Ann from the Portland Peace House at 503-281-4970.
peace,
megan <moonshineharmony@gmail.com>
The World As It Is -- by Chris Hedges
http://www.informationclearinghouse.info/article19514.htm
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KING CORN
Wednesday, March 26th, 8 p.m.
St. John's Theater, 8704 North Lombard
King Corn
Have you been wondering why Americans are so overweight? Or why certain foods are so cheap? Have you heard our average life expectancy is headed down, not up? Two college friends set out with director Aaron Woolf in search of answers to these questions and were surprised by what they discovered. You will be too as this film follows a crop of corn from seed to your dinner plate.
Global Sistergoods & OPB Present Portland Community Cinema
Please be our guest for the seventh film in the Portland Community Cinema series, KING CORN, followed by panel a discussion featuring: filmmaker, Curt Ellis; President of New Seasons Market, Lisa Sedlar; Food Resource Manager at the Oregon Food Bank, Mike Moran; and representative of Sauvie Island Organics, Shari Raider. Please join us to learn, discuss and share your opinions. The film begins at 8p.m. Beer and pizza will be available for purchase. Be sure to stop by Proper Eats (8638 N Lombard St.) before the film and mention King Corn to receive 10% off dinner.
We hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Global Sistergoods, Inc.
http://www.globalsistergoods.com
Next Film: April 2008
A Dream in Doubt
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What Have You Done For Your Planet Today?
"Lunch and Learn" A short history of Earth Day
Lunch and Learn" Brown Bag Series!
Earth Day, Friday, April 11, 2008: noon - 1:00 pm
1900 SW 4th Avenue Building
Second Floor Conference Room 2500-A
The presentation/discussion session will include:
* A short history of Earth Day
* How the Bureau of Development Services Green team has incorporated GREEN initiatives in the workplace
* Examples and highlights of the GREEN Team's most recent accomplishments, and upcoming projects and events
* Recent sustainability-related initiatives of the City and how they address Global Environmental Issues
* Tips, Questions and Contact Information
All are Welcome to attend this free event - Bring your lunch and join us! (NO reservation required). Community Education Brown Bags are Sponsored by the City of Portland, Bureau of Development Services
Reminder: Don't forget the March 14, 2008 Lunch & Learn "Energy Trust of Oregon"
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The Tax Supervising and Conservation Commission’s 2007-08 Annual report is now available online.
http://www.co.multnomah.or.us/orgs/tscc/financialinfo.html
“The Tax Supervising and Conservation Commission protects and represents the public interest by:
* Ensuring Multnomah County governments comply with Local Budget Law
* Communicating local government financial information in a clear, objective, unbiased manner
* Providing local government staff with technical advice and assistance
* Promoting the efficiency and effectiveness of local governments”
For more information, please contact Thomas W LINHARES, 503.988.4131 or thomas.w.linhares@co.multnomah.or.us.
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City of Portland, Office of the Ombudsman 2007 Annual Report is n ow online
The City of Portland, Office of the Ombudsman 2007 Annual Report is now online. The report to the elected officials and the public provides an overview of cases, including number of complaints received by bureau, and Ombudsman customer satisfaction survey results.
The annual report can be viewed at:
http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=188234
For hard copies, email Michael Mills: Ombudsman@ci.portland.or.us , or call: (503) 823-0144
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