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Your Neighborhood News Source August Created and Powered by the Love of Community 2020 southeastexaminer.com Our 31st Year Vol 31 No 8 Portland, OR Dan Ryan Faces Loretta Smith in August 11 Special Runoff Election

Photo courtesy of Mark Bond and the Dan Ryan For Portland Campaign Photo courtesy of The Committee to Elect Loretta Smith

By David Krogh

In January, City Council scheduled a the August 11 runoff. ity) for homeless housing. racism for what it is – a public health crisis special election to fill the remainder of the Those two candidates are Loretta Smith sums up her campaign with that has infected our police forces and our term of former Commissioner Nick Fish Smith, former Multnomah County Com- the statement, “It is imperative, now more criminal justice system.” who passed away January 2. missioner with 18.8 percent of the votes than ever, that we are building a city that is Part of his strategy for police reform The special election was intended and Dan Ryan, former Portland Public inclusive of everyone’s right to economic will be to examine police culture and to to coincide with the City’s regular May Schools Board Member with 16.6 percent opportunity and the pursuit of happiness.” take a hard look at the issue of “qualified 19 Primary Election. A runoff election, if of the votes. She has received endorsements from immunity.” necessary, would then be held on Tuesday, Since Portland’s current commission the Northwest Oregon Labor Council and He plans on examining what else the August 11 should no candidate receive a system of government does not involve the Reverend Jesse Jackson according to city can do to adequately address home- majority of the vote. geographic representation, Commission online press information. lessness, housing affordability and the im- Out of a field of 18 candidates for Position 2 is a citywide position to be voted Her 2018 campaign involved a mea- pacts of COVID-19. Fish’s Commission Position 2, no can- on by all of Portland’s registered voters via sure of controversy. Following a 2017 Wil- “Public and private partnerships is didate received a majority of the votes. mail-in balloting. lamette Week investigation into spending how you move forward.” He added, “I will Therefore, the two candidates receiving the practices by Smith’s office, Oregon Pub- advocate for the big three that bring us joy highest number of votes have moved on to Loretta Smith is a longtime Portland lic Broadcasting (OPB) stated “Questions as a community: Schools, Arts and Parks.” resident and Oregon State graduate whose about Smith’s use of public resources for Ryan’s website has endorsement background experience includes work- personal and campaign expenses and her quotes from Hardesty, former governor ing for 20 years assisting US Senator Ron public fights with staff and colleagues have Barbara Roberts and business leader Karis Wyden and subsequently serving on the frequently overshadowed her accomplish- Stoudamire-Phillips and many others in- Board of County Commissioners for Mult- ments and cost her political support in her cluding The Portland Tribune. nomah County for eight years. campaign against Jo Ann Hardesty.” They reported it “loved” the answer She has received accolades for her Hardesty went on to win the 2018 Ryan gave to their interview question: support of community and minority-ori- election against Smith for City Commis- “Whether this is the time to reform Port- ented projects as County Commissioner, sion Position 2. land’s notoriously and often hilariously including efforts to increase funding for dysfunctional governance system.” minority youth programs and Summer- Dan Ryan, is a Portland native who Ryan responded with a roll of his works, a youth intern program. served on the Portland Public Schools eyes, “Oh, yes. I mean, Keep Portland Her campaign website, voteloretta- Board and has been heavily involved with Weird, but we have to stop being stupid!” smith.com, identifies priority areas she’d community service and nonprofit agency like to address if elected to City Council support. Ballots (containing a Multnomah includes increasing supportive services for He was the CEO for All Hands County Voters’ Pamphlet) for the August promoting affordable housing; investing Raised, an educational nonprofit, for 11 11 runoff election have been mailed out to in transportation and public infrastructure years and has received considerable ac- voters. to reduce congestion and climate change; knowledgement for his work in that field. They can be returned by US Mail working to make transit fareless for low Hardesty announced her support of (free postage; must be mailed by Thursday, income residents by 2023; bolstering sup- Ryan through her Rise Together politi- August 6) or deposited at an official bal- port for public safety employees, and using cal action committee and was quoted in lot dropsite by 8 pm Tuesday, August 11 in cannabis taxes to assist women, minority The Oregonian saying he was, “head and order to be counted. and veteran entrepreneurs who wish to get shoulders above the field,” and that she into the cannabis industry. was looking forward to working with him She was a strong proponent for con- on City Council. For additional information, contact verting the Wapato Jail (Multnomah Coun- Ryan’s campaign website, danryan- the Multnomah County Elections Division ty’s multi-million dollar unused jail facil- forportland.com, states: “We need to label at multco.us/elections. 2 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 Safe Streets | Healthy Businesses RIP Passage Likely

Portland Neighbors Welcome for By Nancy Tannler By Midge Pierce backing the Bonus. Commission- er Chloe Eudaly said upzoning The people of Portland are A year ago, six-plexes in could make housing more com- not ones to crumble in the face SE’s single-family neighbor- petitive. of adversity. Small business has hoods would have been unimagi- Jo Ann Hardesty expressed been hit hard during this global nable. Now, love the idea or hate initial skepticism that the propos- pandemic, but they are figuring it, Portland’s City Council has al would meet low income needs, out ways to stay solvent. Now expressed unanimous support for then applauded those who pushed that we are in Phase 2 of reopen- them. for the Bonus as a way to ensure ing Oregon, having their custom- Last month’s Residential affordability. ers return and staying safe is the Infill Project (RIP) vote to pass all Amanda Fritz, considered primary objective. amendments to the original RIP a possible no vote, expressed ap- Many of our small drink- plan ensures that allowance of preciation that the Bonus offered ing and eating establishments six-plexes will be part of Coun- incentives for builders to provide couldn’t comply with the six foot cil’s upcoming vote on the entire affordability. safety regulations indoors nor package. The Historic Resources could retail. In response the Port- A vote is expected August 5 amendment was the most com- land Bureau of Transportation and city planners project that RIP plex of all for Mayor Wheeler (PBOT) offered a Healthy Busi- Looking north toward SE 28th Ave. along SE Ankeny’s “Rainbow Road” will go into effect in August 2021. who said it offered protections for nesses permit as part of the Safe Photo by Gorges Beer Co. The most notable amend- sites of historic significance, but Streets Initiative. ment was the Deeper Affordabil- cautioned it could limit densifica- Commissioner Chloe Eu- mits for businesses to expand made the process fairly straight- ity Bonus to allow six units on tion goals. daly oversees PBOT and believes onto the sidewalks or streets out- forward. The applications and formerly single-family residential After all six amendments this initiative is helping small side their storefronts at the begin- permits are free and are evaluated lots providing they meet at least passed, 1000 Friends of Oregon businesses make progress. Along ning of June. Their Street Seats case-by-case. Once they are is- some affordability criteria. took an online victory lap declar- with food and drink establish- program has been going on for sued, they will be good until No- While last summer’s state- ing RIP just a step away after its ments, the plan considers open- several years, but this expedites vember 1, 2020. wide legislative mandate elimi- four years of advocacy, saying air commerce as well, allowing the process. As a part of the application nating single-family zones pre- “If passed (as expected in mid- retail and personal service busi- The Bureau offers plans of process, businesses are required ceded the expected passage of August), it would end decades of nesses to have access to the right- how sections of side streets, curb to contact other businesses and Portland’s RIP, the allowance of exclusionary zoning and open up of-way. zones and parking spaces can be neighbors in the immediate area six units per lot goes significantly housing opportunities for a whole Some streets have already used for dining tables and mer- that would be affected by the pro- farther than state requirements generation.” been converted into outdoor pla- chandise displays. PBOT also al- posed closure. for a minimum of two units to re- For those convinced that zas this summer, allowing resi- lows some sections of streets to Once a permit is acquired, it place a single family home. RIP threatens Portland’s older dents to dine and shop while stay- be closed off as long they are not is a matter of renting barricades, What Portland’s RIP means affordable housing stock with ing appropriately spaced from on emergency or public transit setting them up along with tables, to SE residential neighborhoods demolition, and that passing RIP one another. routes. chairs, sanitizing stations and um- is that one-to-one house replace- means trees, open spaces, yards, Before COVID-19, Sun- Blake Kusler and Adam brellas and they are ready to go. ments will be disallowed. When a gardens, parking spaces, neigh- nyside resident Zach Katz, be- Berger, business partners at the South of Montelupo and single-family home is torn down, bors and families with children gan a Facebook page called The newly-opened Montelupo Italian Epif along SE 28th St., restau- in its stead, a minimum of two will vanish, the amendment ap- Portland Promenade Project. His Market, Makers of Fine Pasta at rants Beuhlahland, Navarre, La and maximum of six units must provals are disheartening. vision was to turn neighborhood 344 NE 28th Ave., are applying Buca and Paadee are serving cus- be built on virtually every paved, Reflecting concerns of streets into outdoor dining spaces, for a temporary plaza permit to tomers at their outdoor/sidewalk residential street in SE. groups like Portland is Not 4 open-air retail, public plazas and close off a small section of NE seating areas. Further down 28th The Council session be- Sale, RIP observer John Liu ex- pedestrian promenades. Flanders at 28th Ave. at Ankeny, a plaza has been es- gan with Bureau of Planning and pressed fears that developers will Katz was inspired by trav- Directly across NE Flan- tablished where people can enjoy Sustainability Director Andrea swoop in with a wave of evictions eling through Europe where out- ders, Epif, a bar and eatery serv- dining in the street. Durbin’s call for more units per and displacements that will dwarf door dining and car-free streets ing vegan South American dish- It is the recommendation of lot as essential to meet City eq- those of 2008–2009. are the norm. Other cities like es, would also like a plaza for ad- Keith Jones, Director of Friends uity, inclusivity and compact de- “I’m resigned to RIP pas- Tampa, Denver, Indianapolis and ditional seating for their business. of the Green Loop, that neigh- velopment goals. sage, and to eventually working Vancouver, BC, have copied this Since reopening a month ago, borhood associations become in- The key benefits of densifi- to mitigate some of its problems layout as they begin to reopen for they have been working on the volved to plan plazas too, since cation, she said, would be remov- with the next Council,” Liu said. business. needed permit. residents might see things differ- al of housing barriers and opening “At this point, with the pres- PBOT began offering per- Kusler said that PBOT has ently than their neighboring busi- up more options for more people. ent Council, the best we can hope nesses. Despite opposition claims for is to require BPS/BDS to track A collaboration of business that RIP will cause displacement and publicly report RIP redevel- and neighborhood associations of vulnerable families from mod- opment activity including price/ would ensure that these plazas estly-priced homes demolished rent of demolished and replace- are managed well and the poten- and replaced with multi-units, the ment housing, demographics of tial for them to become a perma- project was embraced by Com- those displaced and those who nent part of our city’s landscape missioners as a way to provide af- move in, and impact on gentrifi- as a possibility once COVID-19 fordable housing and resolve in- cation and community. So far we is past. equities and racial discrimination. haven’t been able to get Council Over 300 businesses have The Deeper Affordability to do that.” applied for a Healthy Business Bonus grants more floor space He went on to say the cur- permit. To learn more about and greater height allowances for rent economic collapse and evic- them, email PBOTBusinessTool- six-plexes that provide half of the tion moratorium might slow re- [email protected] or call units at 60 percent median fam- development activity in the short 503.823.4026. ily income (MFI)–a fluid number term and added, “A mountain based on family size and worker of investor cash [is] waiting for View current locations of incomes. Five-plexes would re- the right moment to take advan- businesses utilizing Healthy Busi- quire three affordable units and tage, just as private equity funds ness permits at bit.ly/SafeStreet- four-plexes would require two. scooped up distressed houses in sHealthyBusinesses. Mayor Ted Wheeler praised 2009–2011 to become the largest champions of inclusivity like institutional landlords in the US.”

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By Gabe Frayne partnered with the Portland Hous- while the number of protected ing Bureau (PHB) to develop af- inclusionary units now stands at In 1955 the New York state fordable housing, is nearing com- around 700. legislature, facing rising urban pletion on two large apartment poverty, enacted the Mitchell- projects. What about the rest? The Lama housing program, which The Vera Apartments on city’s answer to that thorny ques- allowed private developers to South Waterfront sit on land tion is essentially the free market, build affordable rental housing in owned by the city and leased to and here’s where the definition of exchange for tax abatements and Bridge for 99 years. affordability plays a key role. low-interest mortgages. The pro- “That means PHB takes For several decades, the gram was a success and by 1990, control of long-term affordability federal Department of Housing New York City had added 65,000 and they still own the land even and Urban Development has set new apartments to its affordable if Bridge goes out of business in 30 percent of Median Family In- The Songbird on N. Williams Photo by Gabe Frayne housing stock under the program. 75 years,” explains Kurt Creager, come (MFI) in a particular area as The legislation only held Bridge’s executive vice president. the threshold for housing costs, lied with the “Portland for Every- tion’ can be achieved in existing owners to a 20-year affordabil- Bridge’s other current proj- above which households are con- one” movement, explains: neighborhoods, by allowing ac- ity requirement however, and by ect, The Songbird on N. Williams, sidered “housing burdened.” “As they age, older rental cessory dwellings and infill, etc.,” 2005, over 22,000 of the city’s was built on land purchased from The influx of high-skilled buildings tend to become gradu- Mehaffy says, “but this is not Mitchell-Lama units, 34 percent the county. Affordability “was a workers into the Portland area in ally cheaper…but only if tenants where most of the units are going of the total, had gone market-rate. condition of the approval of the recent years has now raised area willing and able to pay more can to be added in the region, and it’s project and the conveyance of the MFI to $92,000 per year, which find more desirable places to rent foolhardy to over-focus there. Could this scenario hap- land to Bridge,” Creager said. translates to an “affordable” instead. If you could get into a “And incentivizing demoli- pen in Portland? The abbreviat- Affordability covenants are housing cost of $2,300 per month. newly-built apartment for $1,800 tion by encouraging this kind of ed answer is: highly unlikely. Un- required for inclusionary hous- To bring housing costs or $1,600, then landlords of old neighborhood redevelopment is der state law, all affordable hous- ing units. The inclusionary hous- down, the city’s urban planning buildings nearby would have often foolhardy, as new housing ing projects financed by Portland ing ordinance enacted in 2016 cadre has made “build more” its no choice but to charge less for is almost always more expensive bond funds, as well as any current requires developers to include mantra, in particular, more so- theirs, too.” per square foot than existing.” or future projects financed by a set ratio of affordable hous- called middle-housing. This is a theory that urban From Mehaffy’s point of Metro bond funds, must abide ing in developments with 20 or These duplexes, triplex- planners call “filtering,” which view, promoting affordability by by affordability covenants of 60 more units. Those units are then es, and now up to eight-plexes the Oregon Office of Economic focusing exclusively on building years. bound by a 99-year affordability (as well as some single-family Planning notes “has been a sur- is a libertarian daydream that ig- A spokesperson for Metro requirement. homes) are infilling lots once oc- prisingly contentious topic within nores contemporary evidence. noted that in the case of for-profit, Yet for all the legal maneu- cupied by older homes in modest the housing discussion lately. The Long-term affordability affordable housing developers, “it vering around preserving afford- neighborhoods. key is that filtering does not hap- will require public subsidy, rent would be unusual but not impos- ability, there remains an immedi- These properties aim pri- pen overnight.” regulation and careful planning to sible for one to opt out after 60 ate deficit of at least 23,000 hous- marily for the middle-income According to Rent Jungle, be sustainable. The only plausible years.” ing units for low and moderate- market, including both renters the average price of a one-bed- alternative would be massive ver- Nonetheless, affordability income Portlanders, according to and first-time home buyers and room apartment in Portland in- tical sprawl in Portland’s existing deed restrictions in Portland com- PHB. the logic here is if middle-income creased from $738 in June 2011 residential neighborhoods. prise a complex web of state and Portland bond funds will residents occupy newer homes, it to $1,452 today. As then city council can- local requirements depending on eventually provide over 1,400 af- will take market pressure off of To Portland architect Mi- didate Chloe Eudaly told The the type and source of the hous- fordable units, and Metro bond older and cheaper apartments and chael Mehaffy, cofounder of the Portland Mercury in 2016, “We ing. funds will more than double that houses. Livable Portland blog, filtering is cannot build ourselves out of this For example, Bridge Hous- number. The two Bridge projects An article by the Sightline “highly simplistic.” housing crisis.” ing, a public benefit corporation will add several hundred more, Institute, a think tank closely al- “Some ‘gentle densifica- 4 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 State Legislative Roundup BottleDrop’s Green Bag Program By David Krogh throat or neck (a ban on choke won’t be fined during that time The 2020 Oregon State holds) unless use of deadly force period. Legislative Special Session has is permitted by legal circumstanc- SB 1606-A prohibits hospi- been completed. This session es. It also prohibits the training of tals from discriminating against was the 80th Oregon Legislative officers in the use of choke-holds patients with disabilities when Assembly and only lasted three except as a defensive maneuver. seeking treatment. It allows up to days, June 24-26. HB 4205-A requires law three designated support persons In all, 26 bills were consid- enforcement officers to intervene (one of whom may be present at ered. The City of Portland’s Of- if they observe misconduct by all times). fice of Government Relations and another officer. The report of mis- HB 4204-A would extend State Representative Rob Nosse conduct must be made within 72 a moratorium on foreclosures provided lists of the adopted bills hours and the reporting officer is through September 30, 2020. to The Southeast Examiner for to be protected from retaliation. Deferred payments would be re- review. HB 4207-A: The Depart- quired at the end of that period. Following is a list of se- ment of Public Safety Standards HB 4212-A: A COVID-19 lected bills and their summaries and Training is required to es- response omnibus package con- All bills discussed have been ap- tablish a statewide database of taining provisions including the proved by both the Oregon State officers whose law enforcement addressing of ethnic and racial House of Representatives and the certifications have been revoked reporting, judicial proceeding and State Senate. House Bills are la- or suspended. Review of this da- electronic appearances, physi- beled as HB and Senate Bills as tabase is to occur by jurisdictions cians assistants scope of practic- SB. All will be submitted to Gov- as part of hiring processes. es, and government public meet- ernor Kate Brown for her signa- HB 4208-A: The use of ings practices. ture. tear gas is prohibited for crowd HB 4213-A restricts land- control except in cases of riot, lords from evicting tenants for BottleDrop file photo Law Enforcement-Related Bills in which case adequate warning failure to pay rents through Sep- SB 1604 requires there be must be given before its use. The tember 30, 2020. The bill pro- By Jack Rubinger consistent standards for police bill does not regulate the use by vides for a six-month missed rent officer accountability and disci- police of acoustic devices or non- repayment period after the mora- In 1971 when Richard Nix- with BottleDrop Plus, returned in plinary actions. It requires a dis- lethal projectiles. torium ends. on was president and Tom McCall the form of an in-store voucher cipline matrix to be collectively HB 4210 removes the au- was Oregon governor, Oregon and can make donations to non- bargained and prevents an arbitra- COVID-19-Related Bills thority of the courts to impose was a pioneer in grocery store profits, or transfer their refunds tor from overturning a discipline SB 1601-A creates a mora- drivers license suspensions based can/bottle redemption. Though in directly to an Oregon College decision when criteria are met. torium on law enforcement issu- on an individual’s failure or in- those days, it was only beer and Savings Plan account. HB 4201-A creates a Joint ing citations for violations related ability to pay traffic-related court soda bottles – no Gatorade, kom- By most accounts, the pro- Committee on Transparent Po- to expired documents between fines. bucha or bottled water. gram is a huge hit. Last year, licing and Use of Force Reform March 1 and December 31, 2020 This worked okay for a 100,000 new households signed to do further work in defining due to disruptions caused by the Additional information on while and helped get cans and up for the program. “force,” and when it may be used. COVID-19 pandemic. these and other bills considered bottles off beaches and roadways, Joel Schoening, Communi- HB 4203-A prohibits an For example, if your vehicle by this session is available at: but over the years people found ty Relations Manager for Bottle- officer from impeding normal registration has expired but you oregonlegislature.gov/Pages/ses- that returning bottles and cans Drop, said they’re currently sign- breathing or circulation of a per- weren’t able to renew it because sion.aspx. wasn’t not exactly a pleasure. ing up about 1,000 new accounts son by applying pressure on the of Oregon DMV closures, you Dealing with old machines and at a day, a 400 percent increase in times standing in the rain led to a new users since the pandemic be- decline in redemption rates. gan. Inspired by the CLYNK! Schoening said the sign- program in Maine, a coalition of up process is being upgraded for D R E A M · D E S I G N · B U I L D beverage industry representatives, greater simplicity. Digital cards grocery stores and the recycling will eventually replace the plastic industry began acting together card that needs to be scanned. to reverse the downward trend in Some stores enforce a “two L I V · I N G R O O M bottle redemption and provide a bags a day” rule, but ultimately, cleaner, more user-friendly model consumers can bring in up to 15 for consumers. The result was the bags every three months. launch of BottleDrop. Two key things to remem- Now, 10 years later, Bottle- ber: don’t overload the bags and Drop offers three ways for peo- leave enough room to cinch them ple to return bottles and cans: at up at the top, and if you’re load- self-serve redemption centers, at ing mostly glass bottles, only fill stores which offer hand-counting them about one-third full because services and through the Green of the weight. Bag program. The program allows people Sign up for a free account to drop off special green bags of at bottledropcenters.com or at a bottles and cans with an Oregon kiosk in a participating store. A refund value at Safeway, Fred roll of 10 Green Bags costs $2. Meyer and other stores. They All bag purchases and processing do the counting and processing, fees are debited from the return- and the value of the containers is er’s account so no payment is re- credited to the returner’s Bottle- quired to get started. Tag stickers Drop account. are required for each bag and are Account holders get 20 per- free to print from any BottleDrop cent extra value on their returns kiosk.

Star t your dream here: (503) 251-9900 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 5 PPS Stresses Safety in Fall Reopening Plans

By Midge Pierce

The stakes are high as Port- and provide funds for hiring more land Public School (PPS) admin- teachers.” istrators grapple with whether or She says the district must not to reopen classrooms on Sep- ensure that every classroom has tember 2. sufficient space to separate stu- It’s a fluid situation that dents plus ample ventilation. leaves around 49,000 students in Some of Portland’s older schools limbo and their teachers, parents, have inadequate air circulation parents’ employers and the entire systems, according to Thiel. City economy uncertain what Over 17 years, she has taught in school will look like in the fall. several rooms where windows With contradictory reports wouldn’t open. about the risks of COVID-19 PPS should not put teach- and the current rise in cases, the ers in unsafe situations, she says, on track, according to Nilsen-Kir- motivated enough to thrive online It’s a model that pits charg- chances of back-to-buildings edu- since around 40 percent have, or by. Her first grader had the most despite trepidation about enter- es of privilege against parental cation declines. live with someone who has, un- difficulty staying focused, she ing Tabor Middle School without obligations to use all resources at PPS officials stress that they derlying conditions that increase says, while her middle daughter meeting classmates and teachers their disposal to do their best for will not open school facilities un- COVID-19 dangers. had no trouble staying engaged. in person. their children. til public health officials deem Thiel wonders how students Creston-Kenilworth school Middle and high school stu- A local pastor asks, “How them safe. If campuses remain will fare with the loss of on site mom Erin Telford’s son is an dents face challenges of having can we teach children kindness closed, teaching for all students supervision and in-person interac- incoming second grader. A tech multiple teachers in a given day. and acceptance without using will be virtual. The situation tions. She worries about children savvy architect, she says the situ- Concerns abound about the long- every tool we have to meet their changes daily. dependent on programs that fill ation is unnerving for everyone. term effects of digital education needs?” As overwhelmed parents their backpacks on Fridays with “I’m not sure how to make on teenagers who already spend Even if families tap addi- struggle to maintain work-family food for the weekend. She ques- online work,” Telford says. “But too much time online. Cyber-bul- tional resources, Buckman’s Car- balance, keep jobs, suffer food tions how the district will moni- I sure wish we could just put our lying is a stress point. michael stresses the importance insecurity or face houselessness, tor student progress and teacher heads into solving that, instead of Parents of older students of enrolling students in public PPS released a proposal for how accountability. worrying about attending class- who understand risks and social schools to ensure continued per schools might reopen safely. The Buckman Elementary’s Par- rooms.” responsibilities tend to involve pupil funding. hybrid proposal splits students ent Teacher Association (PTA) A couple whose kids at- their children in decisions. PAT’s “These are weird, depress- into two groups to facilitate social President Amanda Russell com- tend Atkinson is undecided about Thiel says whether to return her ing times,” says Carmichael. distancing. mends PPS efforts to open part- sending their kids back. Work-at- two kids to a middle school cam- “But it’s only temporary. We can Group A would attend time, but wonders how the district home Dad Rob Wardwell is un- pus will be a family discussion. do anything for a few months, school on Monday and Tuesday. will ensure that education gaps comfortable with the health risks. In Montavilla, a family with right?” Group B would attend on Thurs- don’t widen. ER doc and Mom Kirin the means to do so is hiring a tutor day and Friday. Cleaning and san- A major concern is that Beyer says virtual education does and asking neighboring parents For the most up to date itation would be done on Wednes- schools will not receive extra not work for their second grade who want to share the teacher to PPS information go to: pps.net/ day. High school students would personnel to screen, monitor and son. Their daughter Polly is self- chip in what they can. fall2020. have class loads reduced to four isolate children who may be ex- per semester. PPS says it is an ag- hibiting symptoms. ile plan designed to shift students “Now is the time to utilize from on site to online classrooms every resource possible,” Russell as conditions dictate. says, “to loudly advocate for stu- For parents leery of send- dents and to partner with parents ing children back to school build- and various organizations to meet ings, PPS is considering a full- challenges.” time distance learning option that Acknowledging there are would not require in-person at- many unanswerable questions, tendance. To participate, children PPS responds that the hybrid would need to be registered in the schedule avoids the need for more district. hires and school rooms. School funding is based on Richmond parent and Presi- enrollment. Per pupil registra- dent of the Portland Parent Teach- tions would offset the significant er Association Abby Nilsen-Kirby cost of distance learning, retrain- says, “The PPS proposal has lots ing and keeping building lights of holes, especially for students in on. PPS has already supplied special education.” 15,000 Chromebooks to students Her organization is seek- and will supply more to incom- ing ways to support parents and ing, low-income students. It is teachers regardless of whether or also working with Comcast to of- not they return to in-person in- fer free wi-fi. struction. PPS spokesperson Karen Free and for-profit pro- Werstein stresses that prioritiz- grams exist to serve students at all ing marginalized students most levels. Figuring out how to access impacted by the pandemic is the distance learning is daunting, ac- district’s guiding principle. The cording to Nilsen-Kirby, even for semester’s first two weeks will be families with educational exper- spent getting online access to all tise. students and implementing new Her mother is a teacher procedures. and helpful resource living only Administrators know that blocks away. For health safety piecemeal education is imperfect. reasons, however, she only con- In this unprecedented pandemic, nects with the grandchildren on- there are no good options and line. Nilsen-Kirby says contagion many unknowns. Caught without risks are too great for her three viable, virtual preparations when children to return to classrooms. closures hit last spring, the dis- “I have the luxury of being trict must beef up expenditures home so it doesn’t upset my fam- for distance learning. Costs are ily financially,” she says. Still she still being tallied. faces the expense of buying each “To open safely, Portland child a computer and navigating needs twice as many teachers,” inevitable scheduling conflicts. according to Elizabeth Thiel, Temperament and age are President of the Portland Asso- also determinants in how well ciation of Teachers (PAT). “If it’s students adjust to distance learn- the will of the federal government ing. The youngest students need to open schools, it must cost out face-to-face teacher time to stay 6 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 Cn Community News Local NSLI-Y Scholarship Recipient What is a Master Recycler?

Laurelhurst resident and Bonita Davis, The South- 30 hours of outreach interacting recently graduated senior at St. east Examiner’s Master Recycler, with the community in projects. Mary’s Academy (SMA) Nayan- is taking this month off. In place Due to the in-person nature tara Arora is one of approximate- of her regular tips here’s a look at of the training, it is currently on ly 500 students who was awarded what is means to be a Master Re- hold until training and meaning- a National Security Language Ini- cycler and how to join the ranks ful volunteer opportunities can tiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) Virtu- of 1,800+ Master Recyclers in the safely occur. To be informed al Summer Intensive Scholarship greater Portland metro area. about future Master Recycler to study Arabic language for five Master Recyclers help courses, email masterrecycler@ weeks. neighbors, friends, family and portlandoregon.gov. The program is part of the co-workers take action by giving Those interested in learning US Department of State’s Bureau them information and connecting about recycling and waste pre- of Educational and Cultural Af- them to resources. vention can take a robust course fairs (ECA) that promotes critical They assist community or- from Oregon State University language learning among Ameri- ganizations and local businesses and the Association of Oregon can Youth. who are repairing, reusing, shar- Recyclers called Recycling 101. The 2020 Virtual Summer ing, borrowing, using toxic-free The 15-hour course is presented Intensive program was created as products, recycling and compost- online and on-demand, so partici- an online alternative to the NSLI- ing. pants can access it anytime. Y overseas immersion program Annually they contribute The eight-part course covers due to the pandemic and pause of ganizations: Youth Advocates for cause it’s a widely spoken lan- 3,500 hours and in 2018 and 2019 the effects of consumer choices in-person exchange programs. Immigrants and Refugees (YAIR) guage. Along with the language, they exceeded 4,000 and 6,000 on the environment and resource Arora is a first generation which brings Portland youth to- I’m hoping to learn about the hours, respectively. conservation recycling improve- Indian-American who is passion- gether and International Teens culture, history and politics of the The Master Recycler Pro- ment in Oregon; actions that have ate about social justice, equity Upholding Nature Alliance (iTU- Arabic-speaking world.” gram (masterrecycler.org) is a the largest environmental impact and inclusion. She’s a commit- NA) fighting climate change with She acknowledges that collaboration between Metro, in terms of waste reduction and tee director of the SMA Student Micronesian and US teens. “learning languages is a chal- the City of Portland, Clackamas commercial recycling; lessons Equity Team, leader of SMA’s Raised in a multilingual lenge which requires persistence” County, Washington County, the from the successful Master Re- Asian/Pacific Islander Club, household, learning languages but feels that the payoff “is pro- Oregon Department of Environ- cycler program; facts about waste workshop leader of UNITE Day has been a necessity for Arora, found” and “bridges the differ- mental Quality and Recycling and why we need to reduce, reuse (a day designated for equity/in- who is fluent in five languages in- ences we believe others have.” Advocates. and recycle; steps in the material clusion workshops) and IRCO cluding Hindi/Urdu, Hebrew and Arora will attend the Uni- The eight-week course in- stream process and product life volunteer. Spanish. versity of Oregon’s Clark Honors structs participants in sustainable cycles. In addition, Arora has co- She says, “I’m extremely College as a Stamps Scholar in consumption and production; fix- Other topics of interest in- founded two youth-focused or- interested in learning Arabic be- the fall. ing and reuse; the sharing com- clude composting systems to re- munity; toxics reduction; green use and recycle organic waste; building; recycling and compost procedures for safe and legal tox- processing; equity in the environ- ic waste disposal methods and re- ment and the global markets in sources available for plastics, pa- which recyclables are bought and per and other types of recycling. Portland Adult Soapbox Derby is ON! sold. The program offers tours of For a limited time, Recyl- recycling centers, compost facili- ing 101 is offered for the reduced The Portland Adult Soap- ties and hazardous and municipal price of $35. More details can be box Derby, an annual event for waste sites to see firsthand how found at workspace.oregonstate. the past 22 years, will roll on, these system work and requires edu/course/recycling-101. though a little differently than in past years. Instead of filling Mt. Tabor Park with racers, volun- teers and spectators, a Tabletop Eviction and Foreclosure Tabor mini-mountain model is being built on which this year’s shoebox derby will take place. Bans Extended The 15-foot tall, 136-foot length model will mimic the usu- In July, House Bill 4213 borrowers. al course’s curves (including the was passed, extending the state- Borrowers must notify popular “blood alley”), straight- wide eviction moratorium on their lender if they cannot make aways and excitement. most (but not all) residential and scheduled payments to explain Taking place on its tradi- commercial evictions. that they cannot pay due to loss of tional third Saturday, this year The new law gives tenants income related to the COVID-19 August 15, the 1-5 pm race day until March 31, 2021 to pay rent pandemic. will be live-streamed and include owed for April-September 2020 Missed payments will still racer interviews, a live video of and prohibits landlords from be due at the end of the loan term the “pits” and footage from past evicting, imposing late fees or if borrowers do not make other races. ed reign of the mini-Mt. Tabor. throughout Portland. reporting delinquency to credit arrangements with their lender. Race viewers will have the In lieu of the food carts usu- See the site soapboxracer. reporting agencies. Renters having problems opportunity to vote for the Best ally present on race day, the Der- com or the Derby’s Facebook A related bill, House Bill paying can find rental assistance Art Car and Crowd Favorite by will provide information about page, PDXsoapboxracer, for de- 4202, was also passed prohibiting information in their area by call- awards and of course, the Sci- race day food and drink specials tails about the event and a link to lenders from pursing foreclosures ing 211 or visiting 211info.org/ ence/Speed winner will be award- available for pickup and delivery the livestream. against homeowners and other contact. THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 7 Cn Community News BeaconPDX Sack Lunch Program AHC Neighborhood Tours

BeaconPDX has been serv- Resume ing meals to the SE houseless community for years, operating The Architectural Heritage Colonial Heights, Buckman, out of Sunnyside Community Center (AHC) began resuming its Laurelhurst and Montavilla tak- House until last September 2019. neighborhood tours in July and ing place in the second half of New building ownership has added new tours for August August. shut the program down at that and September. To meet COV- East Moreland, Kerns, site, but that hasn’t stopped the ID-19 mandates and keep partici- Ladd’s Addition, Mt. Tabor and organization. pants safe, tours will be limited Belmont-Sunnyside are sched- These days they provide to nine people with masks and uled for September. sack lunches daily at Sunnyside physical distancing required. Tours are $20 ($12 for AHC Park in the Belmont neighbor- The tours visit neighbor- members). Register on the Events hood at 1 pm, rain or shine. hoods throughout Portland with page at visitac.com. Sack lunches are made and distributed by a rotating group of volunteers. If you are interested in contributing, you are invited to put together 20 sack lunches (or them to those in need. to package it in. however many you can make). BeaconPDX estimates the Full details found at bit. Once prepared, a neighbor cost for people to put together 20 ly/BeaconPDXSackLunches or Library Ends Late Fees, from BeaconPDX will pick them sack lunches ranges $30-$50, in- contact John at 503.382.9607, up from your porch and deliver cluding the cost of food and bags [email protected]. Waives Balances

Following in the footsteps MCL’s revenue from fines of reopening library locations for was nearly $1 million in 2016. pick-ups and accepting returns, Since then, the growth in popu- Mt. Tabor Lost and Found cycle lock keys. Multnomah County Library larity of e-books and audiobooks Beyond keys, the lost and (MCL) announced it will perma- and the elimination of youth and The Mt. Tabor Park Visitor keys have the black fobs includ- found has watches, cellphones, nently stop charging late fines on educator fines have resulted in a Center has reopened on a limited ing Toyota, Subaru, Acura and ear pods, purses and wallets with all library materials, clear all ex- significant decrease in revenue basis and they have collected a Honda among others. Some keys IDs. There are 30 or more pairs isting fines and restore access to from fines. For fiscal year 2019 vast quantity of automobile and are in leather cases or on a very of prescription glasses and sun- accounts that had been blocked MCL collected $548,755 in fines. house keys, prescription glasses, large ring with many keys. glasses. because of fines. Although the monetary sunglasses, a few cellphones, Some key rings have iden- To claim lost items, visit Unreturned items, howev- penalty has been removed, library wallets and even jewelry in their tifiers such as ornaments, instru- Visitor Center, open most days er, will result in their cost being materials will still have due dates lost and found. ments, various colors and labels (except Wednesdays) 10 am-3 pm charged to the borrowing patron. and patrons are encouraged to re- Many of the automobile and contain house keys and bi- and describe the item lost. The move was spurred by turn their library materials within a growing body of research that the checkout period. Items will showed late fines don’t work and automatically renew if there are puts the MCL in a position to tru- no holds on the item once it is Bloodworks Northwest Summer Student ly provide free and equal access due. to all members of the community. For items that become A total of $730,185 in debt overdue, patrons will have 49 Incentive Program was removed from 72,861 patron days to return them to avoid be- accounts and library access was ing charged for the cost of their restored to the 2,000+ patrons replacement. That cost, however, who had their accounts blocked would be cleared if the items to fines in excess of $50. were returned.

Hawthorne at Home

Blood supplies typically dip groups can choose between re- The two-week virtual op- The Hawthorne Street Fair attendees will be able to access during summer months and this cruiting donors for either a half- tion provides more flexibility is moving online this year, being the street fair for three months. year due to COVID-19, blood day takeover or a two-week vir- for donors to give blood at any dubbed “Hawthorne at Home,” Vendor booths will be searchable supplies are even lower than usu- tual drive. Bloodworks pop-up location or and will retain the feel of a street by category and can be “entered” al. Their efforts earn individu- donor center within the selected fair. by clicking through to view prod- A new program from als a $250 award for recruiting 25 time frame. Attendees will be able to ucts. Bloodworks Northwest is aimed donors or $350 for groups recruit- Donors for the virtual drive visit vendor booths, listen to mu- Visit the fair from the com- at high school and college stu- ing 35 donors. will receive a unique 4-digit code sic, see children’s entertainment fort of home at hawthorneblvd. dents and school groups to aid in Under the half-day take- attached to the individual or and more. com day or night, alone or with the recruitment of blood donors at over, the student or school group group doing the recruiting. The event will begin on the whole family. Attend as many pop-up locations and donor cen- selects a half-day at one Blood- Full details found at blood- the original street fair date of times as you like and invite ters now through September 19. works pop-up location or donor worksnw.org/donate/host-blood- Sunday, August 23, but instead friends to virtually see what SE Individuals and school center to recruit donors for. drive/scholarship-drives. of being only one day in length, Hawthorne has to offer.

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By Nina Silberstein

Sometimes circumstances in life help give a person per- spective and push them to make changes. For personal trainer Lori Vance, a breast cancer diagnosis in 2018, along with a poor man- agement situation at work, helped influence her decision to start her own business. As a result, she officially opened Body Image Fitness, LLC, on January 1 of this year. Vance specializes in func- tional training for all levels so whether you’re young, middle- age or senior, she will create and modify workouts to fit your cur- rent and future needs and goals. “Functional training helps you perform better in activities of daily living and any sports you might enjoy,” she explains. “I make sure that you are using your muscles synergistically and also Photo by Lori Vance working on core and balance.” Vance has been an Ameri- can Council on Exercise (ACE)- help slow the aging process. She married and her husband has kids certified personal trainer since has many clients who have been and grandchildren of his own. 2003 and is also certified in Silver with her for nearly 10 years. Her parents, sister and brother- Sneakers, Silver & Fit, and Tabata The COVID-19 pandemic in-law also live locally. She was (high-intensity interval training). caused Vance to close her busi- diagnosed with breast cancer in She loves working with se- ness in mid-March. While tradi- September 2018. niors in particular. “It’s very re- tionally her clients come to her, “Fortunately, my cancer warding to see them gain strength during the quarantine she created was caught early enough to be and increase their function and free YouTube video classes that treatable,” she says. “Since then, ability.” can be viewed from the safety of I have worked with several fel- Her senior classes are al- their homes. low breast cancer survivors as ways low impact and can be mod- In early July, she reopened clients.” ified for any level. Different tools with social distancing, masks and The sole owner of the busi- are used to make the classes fun sanitation protocols in place as ness, Vance enjoys working for and engaging. per Phase 1 guidelines. herself. “I worked at my last job “We focus on balance and “While many of my seniors at a gym I really enjoyed for many agility, as well as cardio and are not comfortable coming back years, but was forced to leave due strength, and there’s the option to at this time, I’m fortunate to have to a very poor management situ- do the exercises seated or stand- several younger and middle-age ation I could no longer tolerate.” ing,” she says. folks who are willing to return to She only wishes she would “I often work with my cli- their exercise program with the have made the jump sooner and ents’ physical therapist to ensure appropriate modifications. I also can’t wait for the business to be they get the best symbiotic care. I have the option of doing house up and fully running again. enjoy doing both one-on-one per- calls or FaceTime workouts for sonal training, low impact cardio anyone who has some equipment Body Image Fitness, LLC and strength classes.” available at home,” she adds. 1115 SE Salmon For her one-on-one classes, Vance has lived in the Port- lorij33.wixsite.com/web- clients’ workouts are tailored to land metro area her whole life, site their current abilities, health is- raised in Milwaukie and currently 503.351.6476 sues or injuries, and designed to residing in Vancouver, WA. She is THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 9 BW Business Walkabout

with people’s names, cut-out They have chosen the Portland Lawn Party balloons, hearts and even rubber Homeless Family Solutions CO- duckies,” she noted. A card can be VID Relief Fund and Don’t Shoot By Nina Silberstein added to the message. PDX (a Black Lives Matter ac- Lawn Party’s services in- countability group). As the COVID-19 pan- clude creation, setup and pickup, When you place an order, demic has forced people to stay at and it is 100 percent contact-free. you can designate a percentage of home, limit face-to-face contact Expressions include Hap- the money you pay for their ser- and restrict gatherings of large py Birthday, Congratulations vices to be donated to one of the groups, Stefanie Hausman and and Mazel Tov, but others range above-mentioned organizations. her 17-year-old daughter, Uma from We Love You, and Thank “People are excited, do Frost-Hausman, saw a need for You (Essential Workers) to It’s a something unique and personal, celebrating birthdays and other Boy/Girl/Baby, Welcome Home and they love to surprise a friend life events in a different way. and Marry Me. You name it and or family member,” Hausman They wanted to do some- they’ll create it. adds. Stefanie Hausman and Uma Frost-Hausman Photos by Lawn Party thing that would bring joy to the The challenging part of the Customer feedback has community, could be done from a work is setting up the signs dis- been great. Most people appreci- distance and was environmentally creetly. Lawn Party puts the let- ate the joy that Stefanie and Uma friendly. As a result, Lawn Party ters up at night when it’s dark and bring to neighborhoods during began providing its services at the they have had to be very stealthy these trying times. It has been a end of May. about it to provide the surprise el- good pick-me-up, especially for The mother-daughter duo ement. kids who are unable to have con- provides creative, handmade “We have gone as far as ventional birthday or graduation messages that are made up of ‘army crawling’ under windows parties. large letters and other decorative to not be seen,” Hausman said. There’s nothing like cheers items installed on front lawns to Hausman is originally from from the neighbors and bicyclists call out special occasions such as Chicago, but has lived in SE Port- passing by the signage, as well birthdays, school graduations, an- land for almost 20 years. She as honks from cars driving by to niversaries and the like. works in educational technology brighten everyone’s day. “We attended some ‘drive- and has dabbled in entrepreneur- They have had customers by’ parades and we thought that ial ventures prior to Lawn Party, from as far away as Lake Oswego some lawn decorations would add such as introducing Skuut Bal- and Beaverton. Signs can stay up a festive flair to these events,” ance Bikes to the Pacific North- for 24 or 48 hours depending on Hausman explains. west. what is requested. Stefanie and Uma create Uma was born in Portland Lawn Party’s hope is to large (20 feet x 20 feet) templates and is entering her senior year bring creative expressions for Pool noodles transformed into candles add to the festivity out of paper and cut colored cor- at Cleveland High School. She’s every occasion directly to front Photos by Lawn Party rugated plastic for the letters. involved in social justice causes yards throughout the Portland- “We make large birthday and enjoys the outdoors. metro area and as their website candles out of pool noodles, foam The pair are both avid ski- says, they are “spreading joy, not and decorative duct tape,” Ste- ers, kayakers and backpackers. germs, one lawn letter at a time.” fanie said. Their family includes dad, David, Their neighbors have even and 15-year-old brother, Jonas, as donated some of the stakes from well as a Havanese dog named Lawn Party their lawn election signs, which Quadra. lawnpartynw.com are then used to support these Another aspect of Lawn [email protected] handmade messages. Party’s business is to raise mon- 503.679.5301 “We personalize the signs ey to help support local causes.

Renovated SE Building Receives Historic Designation

The Northwest Regional style building, 421 SE 10th Ave., was originally constructed in 1962 to house a Postal Employees Credit Union, and, until recently was an office for the Multnomah County Department of Communi- ty Corrections. In February, after being carefully remodeled, Liv- ing Room Realty moved in. A casual, outside observer would note a freshly painted ex- terior, updated landscaping, new wooden fencing, and that razor- wire no longer tops the sections of chain link fence. Photo by 22 Pages Photography While aesthetically pleas- ing, the exterior changes are only er in the future. built,” said Baird. a minor part of the remodeling Living Room broker and “By reviewing the historic that took place inside the struc- designer Shannon Baird, of S. plans to inform our newer aspects ture designed by architects John Baird Design, oversaw the reno- of the remodel, as well as under- W. Reese and Frank E. Blachly. vation. standing the inner workings of “I’ve had a lifelong love She’s an honoree of the Living Room Realty, we aimed of architecture with roots firmly State of Oregon Preservation Of- to strike a harmonious balance planted in Portland,” said Jenelle fice for her work in Historic Pres- of old and new within the build- Isaacson, owner of Living Room ervation, and, along with fellow ing. We’re pleased it has been ap- Realty. She is committed to pre- designer Anna Carmel, worked proved for listing on the National serving Portland’s historic archi- tirelessly to ensure the updated Register.” tecture and looking forward to re- design maintained the original in- Sites and structures listed in opening their doors to the public tegrity of the building. the National Register have been when the current health crisis has “The building’s original deemed worthy of preservation abated. intent was to be of service and by the National Park Service and The company intends to inspire its credit union members are part of a program to support host a variety of community and those of the community. We public and private efforts to iden- events, including art shows and wanted our design to be emblem- tify, evaluate and protect Amer- educational workshops to bring atic of that purpose and to pay ica’s historic and archeological neighbors and colleagues togeth- homage to the era in which it was resources. 10 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 Portland Street Response Nn Neighborhood Notes Gearing Up

Montavilla Neighborhood Association By Louise Hoff

Montavilla Neighborhood Association Board successfully held a virtual general meeting this month and hopes to do the same on September 14, 6:30 pm. Rachel Phariss will be our featured speaker about bees and their importance in our gardens. METBA will be taking a monthly segment in the program since sup- porting our local businesses is so vital at this time. Stores, coffee shops and restaurants are trying new and innovative longer-term solutions. We have an increase in sidewalk dining, take-out windows and deliveries. The Montavilla Farmer’s Market on Sunday has grown and the selection is simply awesome. Portland Community College SE will have its fall lineup ready on July 29 so there is no excuse not to learn more about so many interesting subjects or take an online exercise class to stay as healthy as you can. Portland Fire & Rescue’s Community Health Assessment Team (CHAT) van Our Montavilla Neighborhood Association will be on summer break until September. See you then Photo courtesy of Portland Street Response and wear a mask! By Nancy Tannler

At the July meeting of the welfare check on any individual Richmond Neighborhood Association Lents Neighborhood Livability experiencing behavioral health By Kamal Belkhayat Association (LNLA), Tremaine or non-emergency medical prob- Clayton of Portland Fire & Res- lems. The RNA meets the second Monday of the month, 6:30–8:30 pm. Everyone is welcome. Agendas are cue gave an update on Commis- Clayton has been getting all posted the week before at richmondpdx.org and are sent to the RNA Announce listserv. Meetings will be via sioner Jo Ann Hardesty’s plans the procedural paperwork done Zoom until further notice. Preregistration is required, the link is on the agenda and sent to the listserv. To be for Portland Street Response in readiness for when the project added to the RNA’s listserv, email [email protected]. (PSR) to handle non-emergency does start to move forward. The Annual Board Election: The election was held Tuesday, July 14. Most people filled out print-at-home calls. most optimistic start date for the ballots, but a few voted onsite at the Waverly Church balloting site in the parking lot. All the candidates were The program was sched- funding is this fall, but realisti- elected to the Board: Albert Kaufman, Allen Field, Heather Flint Chatto, Leslie Poston, Denise Hare and uled to begin this spring but due cally it will likely be early 2021. Simon Kipersztok. At the July 13 RNA meeting, the candidates either gave a short statement or had their to COVID-19, action has been One positive outcome of the candidate statements read. delayed. delay is that Mayor Wheeler now July 13 RNA Meeting: Zach Katz and Quincy Brown presented the Healthier Hawthorne Initia- PSR will be a trauma-in- recognizes how valuable a service tive. The goal is to install permanent, parking-protected bike lanes on both sides of Hawthorne. The bike formed team working in pairs, like this will be to the city and is lanes would be right next to the sidewalk, protected from the auto/bus travel lane by a parking lane. This is able to go directly to a person in allocating more funding, enough PBOT’s’ Alternative 3B outlined in the Hawthorne Paint and Pave Mid-Project report - Draft: May 2020, crisis in a van, able to provide to buy 18 vans, Clayton said. found at portland.gov/transportation/planning/se-hawthorne-pave-and-paint. The stated purpose of the ini- immediate stabilization in case Another street ready service tiative is to increase safety, accessibility and air quality. More information is at healthierhawthorne.com. A of urgent medical need or psy- the Mayor and City Council ap- trade off would be the elimination of 40-50 percent of the parking spaces on Hawthorne. chological crisis. This program is proved in late 2018 was to hire Zack and Quincy requested a letter of support for their design, i.e., PBOT’s Alternative 3B. Several designed to alleviate the stress on 12 safety support specialists, or people stated it was too early for the RNA to vote on any alternative since PBOT still has another round of Portland Police officers, allow- PS3s. These are unarmed officers outreach in September/October and the RNA should wait for PBOT’s final report to issue. This was PBOT’s ing them to attend to more urgent who assist Portland police in re- recommendation as well. situations. sponding to low-risk calls. They PBOT’s Maggie Derk, Mauricio Leclerc and Bryan Poole presented the SE Hawthorne Paint and Pave In February, Mayor Wheel- have been helpful in dealing with Project. They described the three alternatives for traffic configuration west of César E. Chávez Blvd.: (1) er and City Council allocated the types of situations PSR will keep everything the same, (2) remove a travel lane in each direction and install a permanent center turn-lane, $500,000 to start up the PSR. attend to. i.e., mirror the configuration east of César E. Chávez Blvd, and (3) install permanent bikes lanes, remove The original plan was to procure There has been a 60 percent one auto travel lane in each direction and have no center turn-lane. three well equipped vans carrying increase regarding “unwanted PBOT will finalize its evaluation of the different alternatives in August. They anticipate completing food, water, hand warmers, blan- persons” calls since 2013. Re- their public outreach in September/October 2020, followed by an online survey in November. The repaving kets and medical supplies and a sponding can take up to 50 min- work is scheduled for summer 2021. For more information, visit the Pave and Paint link above. two-person team. utes; time our local police officers RNA Land Use Chair Heather Flint Chatto gave updates on the Residential Infill Project (RIP), Design At that time, it was expected don’t have for non-emergency Overlay Zone Amendment (DOZA), Historical Preservation Code and the Shelter to Housing Continuum that, by summer, they would be calls. Project (S2HC). She described a project to develop grant-funded solar powered kiosks to promote commu- up and running. Instead, Clayton The PSR pilot program is nity outreach and participation and advertise RNA meetings and projects. is working with one other mental an attempt to fix the gap in - ser Many of the RNA’s annual events have been cancelled or put on hold due to COVID-19, such as the health worker 40 hours a week – vices for these individuals. This Spring Cleanup, the Litter & Graffiti CleanUp and the summer Movie in Sewallcrest Park. It’s not certain the best they’ve got for now. is a much-needed service in our yet whether the annual Friends of Trees tree planting in December will be cancelled, too. They do what is called a community.

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By Don MacGilivray

The United States finds it- Voting is a right and a privi- At the same time, it has also self challenged by shifting politi- lege of citizenship, but it is also brought on social movements, fa- cal, economic and social condi- a responsibility. Requiring voters cilitated political organizing and tions. to participate in national elections given voice to many underrepre- There is a prevailing sense could be encouraged or even re- sented groups. of crisis in America and with the warded. Much of the problematic challenges of the COVID-19 pan- Strategy #3 seeks to ensure parts of technology might be re- demic, the Black Lives Matter that our political institutions are designed and improved to support movement and our various politi- responsive to the voters. Institu- positive communications. A civic cal divisions, the next few years tions function through the actions information architecture is need- may provide a time to improve of elected and appointed officials. ed to support the “better nature” the practice of Democracy. The day-to-day activity of these of our constitutional democracy. In early June, the Commis- officials is critical to the function- Strategy #6 aims to in- sion of the American Academy of ing of government. spire a commitment in America Arts and Sciences released its re- Members of Congress need to build positive civic cultures. port titled Our Common Purpose: to improve the ways they interact Citizenship in America’s consti- Reinventing American Democra- with their constituents. All lev- tutional democracy is a collective cy for the 21st Century. This re- els of government should create responsibility committed to the port seeks to increase citizens’ ca- more opportunities to involve future. But our ailing civic culture pacity to engage in their commu- new voices and perspectives. reflects a lack of institutional suc- nities, address the rising threats to Transparency is important cess in a dynamic world. democratic self-government and because the public must be in- America’s natural disasters to rebuild trust in America’s po- formed about governmental ac- have shown that citizens can be litical institutions. tions that affect their lives. Many inspired to serve each other in The 73-page report includes new technologies are available times of crisis. Americans need 31 recommendations within six that allow citizens and elected to see that democracy depends on fundamental strategies. leaders to communicate together. our social bonds. Strategy #1’s purpose is to Strategy #4 talks about the We need to invest in civic expand the equality and repre- need to expand our civic capacity education to reach out to the sentation of the public voice. The and its infrastructure. In this era diversity within our citizenry. report states that, in the House of of profound polarization, Ameri- Reforming our institutions and Representatives, there will be one cans are hungry for opportunities strengthening civil society could representative for every 30,000 to assemble, deliberate and con- do wonders to improve the cul- constituents. Today that figure verse. The art of association is an ture within our communities. has risen 23 times to approxi- important function in everyday The purpose of the Ameri- mately 700,000 citizens. Perhaps life and the beginning of all civic can Academy is “...to invigorate more representatives in Congress discussion and action. the interest, honor, dignity and are needed? Additional ways must be happiness of America’s free, in- Other reforms might be: found for Americans to connect dependent and virtuous people.” ending the gerrymandering of with one another and more oppor- Over the last two years, legislative districts, regulation tunities are needed to learn and their Commission of 35 dynamic and transparency of campaign fi- practice the habits of democracy. members (that includes scholars, nance, smaller donations and term With investment in civic officials, business leaders, media limits for Supreme Court justices. infrastructure and the establish- experts and civic leaders) con- Citizens need to see elections as ment of a greater variety of public ducted 47 listening sessions to so- a means of improving their gov- minded organizations leaders can licit stories and experiences about ernment and must feel good about emerge. the democratic process from hun- voting. Strategy #5 is about the dreds of Americans. Strategy #2 seeks to em- civic information structures that Their work is supported by power voters by making it easier both divide and support civic pur- the S. D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation, to vote. History is full of efforts poses. the Rockefeller Brothers Fund to bring more voters to the polls Increasingly elections and and many others. through movements such as politics are dividing people, caus- Significant progress toward women’s suffrage, civil rights and ing fear and spreading apathy. implementing these recommen- labor unions. Social media and other digi- dations is expected before the There are many ways to im- tal platforms touch many aspects 250th anniversary celebration of prove the ability of voters to par- of public and private lives with the United States in 2026. ticipate in elections. These might enormous ramifications for vot- include: reducing the age of ma- ers. This feeds polarization, dis- The Commission’s full re- jority, holding elections on a holi- information and diminishes the port is available at amacad.org/ day, voting by mail or improving quality of public debate. ourcommonpurpose. the voter registration process.

Gardening and Aging Well ticle called The Ultimate Guide should determine the size of gar- to Turning Your Home’s Yard into den, so you’ll need to assess the a Community Garden, represents interest of your community up By Rachel Hemmingson, more time for gardening once a bigger vision and project than front. Ways to reach out to neigh- Consultant & Advocate for they’ve retired. most of us would want to under- bors include by mail, distributing Aging Well On the other side, there’s take. Distilled down, you may flyers and utilizing online re- those stiff joints and decreased want to explore this. Here’s a sources like Nextdoor. Ever since the stay-at-home balance and energy that come quote: Once interested parties have decree, I’ve observed one small with aging. So what to do, now The benefits of starting a been identified, have a meeting business down the street from me that you’re at home even more crop garden are endless: it’s great (six feet apart) to talk over the being absolutely swamped: it’s a than usual? exercise, gives you the chance idea. Positive impacts include the garden center. There have been First, I must say that gar- for fresh air and time in nature, health boost of fresh organic pro- lines out the door every single dening of any kind is deeply can give you an outlet for burn- duce, bringing all ages together, day. healthy for us. Some years ago, ing off stress; not to mention the building familiarity with each As an older homeowner, when the World Health Organiza- wholesome, fresh produce you’ll other, connecting children (those there’s this funny set of facts that tion (WHO) did a study in coun- be adding to your diet. But one of digital natives) with nature and come together. One is that, de- tries around the world, including the most wonderful things about creating a way for people of all pending on your age, you may ours, one of the determinants of gardens is the way they can bring ages to contribute. Photo by CDC on Unsplash have more appreciation for flow- “successful aging” was access to together a group of people, large We have all heard about ers and gardening than younger nature and engagement with it. or small. how loneliness is as hard on our generations. There are an abundance of Converting your yard into a health as smoking cigarettes. I became a great friend and apart- It’s our history all over the articles clearly establishing this community garden is a rewarding watched personally the effect of a ment-mate to help him have a pet, world to be connected to growing connection as a powerful “social experience for a homeowner and poor diet driven by the boredom garden and good food his health things. Not so much for “digital determinant of health.” It ranks can have far-reaching positive and energy drag of being alone changed dramatically. natives” – those raised in front of right up there with companion- benefits on your neighborhood. too much on my own elderly fa- Letting your community TVs rather than gardens. Another ship. They suggest that the num- ther. When I was blessed to find turn your lawn into a garden may factor for older people is having A HomeAdvisor.com ar- ber of people who will be helping and bring in a caretaker in who change yours as well. 12 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020

Staying In arts & entertainment AHC exhibit: Darcelle XV at Home Arthur and Amiton’s August Art Venue Relief The Architectural Sidestreet Arts presents the Approved by Heritage Center (AHC) has art of Rebecca Arthur and Karrie reopened to the public and Kaiyala Amiton for their August Emergency this month hosts Darcelle show. The gallery is featuring re- The BoardOregon Legislative XV at Home, a photo ex- verse glass paintings, mixed me- Emergency Board recently ap- hibit of the historic inte- dia and ceramic sculpture that proved more than $200 million in rior of the Elmer and Linnie feels a bit... other-worldly. federal Coronavirus Relief Fund Miller Residence. Karrie Amiton is a Portland (CRF) dollars to provide further The exhibit was pho- mixed-media artist. She studied economic support for Oregonians tographed by Portland’s art and architecture at Portland and small businesses impacted by Tom Cook whose portrait State and began painting on the the coronavirus pandemic. series captures the unique reverse side of glass in 1985. It’s The arts and cultural grants character of the 1896 house an art form that can be traced break down in two packages: and its longtime owner, $24,015,128 directly to arts orga- back to the Middle Ages but Walter Cole, best known Amiton developed her own tech- nizations, cultural and community venues, and community colleges. as the female impersonator “Ice Flow” by Karrie Amiton niques using acrylic paint. and performer, Darcelle XV. Her glass paintings are anything but medieval as “vibrant col- $25,984,872 will go to the The home’s décor has ors splash across the glass in deeply textured abstract splurts and Oregon Business Development Darcelle XV by Tom Cook taken on Darcelle’s lavish spindly black ladders climbing into bright orange and blue color Department to deliver to other fields.” music, culture and community style while still maintaining its original layout and details. The Ceramics artist Rebecca Arthur is from Corvallis. Her work venues not receiving direct grants stained glass windows were created by Jerry Bosco and Ben Mil- under the request. is centered around Traditional Western Raku, pit-firing and other ligan, founders of the Bosco-Milligan Foundation, under which The Oregon Cultural Trust the Architectural Heritage Center operates. low-fire ceramic techniques. Her recent work uses light and bold will allocate and distribute funds texture to create abstract vessels resembling heavenly bodies. Over the years, the house has been the site of numerous to county and tribal cultural coali- gatherings, including political activist and gay rights events. The Sidestreet’s First Friday Zoom is August 7, 6 pm. Get familiar tions, which will then redistribute with each artist and see their work while sipping your favorite wine them to local organizations and residence has been recognized as an outstanding example of from your own home. The Artist Talk Zoom is Sunday, August 23, venues. Queen Anne style residential architecture. noon-1 pm. The artists will talk about inspiration, ideas and process. According to the state’s dec- This exhibit coincides with the recent listing of the Miller Zoom details are on the website. This show runs through August 30. laration, “The purpose of these Residence in NE Portland in the National Register of Historic The gallery is at 140 SE 28th Ave., open Thursday-Sunday, funds is to preserve these institu- Places and the nomination of the Darcelle XV drag club as the 12-5 pm, online at sidestreetarts.com. tions and their associated com- first LGBTQ site in Oregon to be proposed for the National Reg- munity benefits through the pan- ister. A message from The Laurelthirst demic. Grant amounts for each AHC is open Thursdays-Saturdays, 11 am-5 pm and masks of these independent venues are are required. Safety protocols are in place and a limited number From The Laurelthirst Pub: “In the interest of providing calculated to equal seven months of visitors are welcomed to ensure the well-being of all. of base monthly costs for rent/ musical sustenance for the community, Laurelthirst Pub is now For those who prefer to visit AHC online at this time, they mortgage payments, utilities and hosting livestream concerts from the stage of our empty pub. continue to add to their virtual museum with photo galleries and We’re streaming on both our new Vimeo page (vimeo. personnel needed to keep the ven- ue operating.” exhibits, videos, games and activities. They will be adding fea- com/laurelthirst) and at the Pub’s Facebook page. Our website, Download the entire pdf at tures to the Old House Revival Series through the summer too, laurelthirst.com, has the schedule of events. Donations for mu- tinyurl.com/OregonReliefFund. so watch the top of the AHC homepage at visitahc.org. sicians and the venue are gratefully accepted. Kudos to all those who took the The Architectural Heritage Center is at 701 SE Grand Ave. We look forward to seeing you in person just a soon as it’s time to write letters of support. safe, but this is the way we can hold you close for now. Miss you all, stay safe, stay well!” Powell’s Virtual Events Clinton Powell’s Books author events have gone virtual. Here are a few highlights for August 2020. Use the link at the end of each date to Street obtain the registration information. Be sure to check powells.com for updates and registration. Sunday August 9, 2 pm – Hilary Moore and James Tracy No Fascist Theater USA! is the story of how a national grassroots network fought a resur- gence of the KKK and other fascist groups during the Reagan years, Help one of the oldest con- laying the groundwork for today’s anti-fascist/anti-racist movements. tinuously operating theatres in Link: bit.ly/3hbyrQi the country keep going. Here Saturday August 15, 11 am – Kids’ Storytime With Blair Thornburgh are a few creative ways to keep and Kate Berube In their new picture book, Second Banana, the kids in the venerable Clinton Street Mrs. Millet’s class are putting on their annual nutrition pageant. Every Theater afloat at this time. kid plays a food and every kid gets a line. Fish, Cheese, Broccoli, Blue- The CST website’s homep- berry, Banana and… Second Banana but Second Banana feels rotten because she wants to be the only banana. Link: bit.ly/2DNAV91 age is kept up-to-date, with a Thursday August 20, 5 pm – Lisa Hanawalt, a comic book industry current list of their latest stream- sensation. Her humor and ingenuity are evident in the comics collected ing films. When you stream a in I Want You. Her love of anthropomorphism and scatology are on movie in your home, the Clinton full display, lovingly and grotesquely drawn by in obsessive, unnerving Street gets a portion of your tick- detail. Link: Check powells.com/eventsupdate et price. Friday August 21, 5 pm – Adrienne Raphel’s new book, Think- This month, you can watch ing Inside The Box, celebrates the crossword puzzle, invented by ac- their CST Videothon and make cident in 1913, when a newspaper editor was looking for something a donation that way too. to fill empty column space. Raphel dives into the secrets of this pas- Go to their Popcorn Pop- time going behind the scenes to see how America’s gold standard of Up Fridays and Saturdays puzzles is made. Link: bit.ly/3jfhCFT from 4-8 pm and purchase hot bags of popcorn, beer, cider and candy at low prices. This helps draw down their inventory so it doesn’t go to waste. Other CST merchandise includes the Rocky Horror Face Mask and Bubble Man Trumpets through their online store. Buy a t-shirt or hoodie from PDX Cre- ative Support Club. See cstpdx.com t find out more.

A School for Self & Energy Awareness introduces The Color of Sunshine a metaphysical book for healing Erin Emily Lassell, author

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Staying In arts & entertainment Portland H A P P Y P H O U R Driveway Jazz Series Playphone The Driveway Jazz Series is a new, weekly outdoor concert From The Portland Play- W series hosted by pianist Kerry Politzer. It’s a physically-distanced house: outdoor jazz series held in front of a SE Portland bungalow with a “Theatre is storytelling. In line up of artists that features some of the city’s most in-demand order to connect through story- N musicians. telling during this time, Port- Go to Tabor Bread, 5051 SE Hawthorne Blvd., and follow the land Playhouse’s new Portland W sounds of music. You won’t be able to miss it. The series is streamed Playphone is a way to celebrate Performance Works NorthWest (PWNW) continues their live on Facebook on Fridays at 4 pm PST for the ones who do not the complexities of our shared first and third Wednesday online Happy Hour events with fea- want to venture out, and for the rest of the human experience, one call at a tured artists maximiliano, claire barrera, and Maura Campbell- planet as well. This month’s artists in con- time.” Balkits, all PWNW’s Alembic Artists. The shows stream live on cert are: Sign up for a one-hour time Zoom from 5-6 pm and advance RSVP is required. August 7: Bassist Chuck Israels; slot by filling out the short form Each show begins with a cocktail demo and a toast. A 10-15 Jessica Israels, vocals and pianist at tinyurl.com/yxqqnsqf. A the- minute presentation of the featured artist’s work follows with George Colligan. Israels performed atre artist will call you and one a discussion after and the chance to win a PWNW T-shirt. The with the Bill Evans Trio from 1961- other person and share a personal links below are how you sign in. 66, as well as with Billie Holiday, Bud story with you both. You and the August 5 – maximiliano presents a video work titled mé- Powell, Benny Goodman, Coleman other person will then be invited langes hérésie a BLKwvv communique of transfigured [re- Hawkins, Stan Getz, Herbie Hancock, JJ to share a story of your own. cently discovered] – tinyurl.com/pwnw-HH1. Johnson and John Coltrane. Not sure what to share? August 19 – claire barrera presents a work-in-progress, August 14: David Watson vocals; How about a time you fell in wherein both youth and adults explore play and games as a Perry Thoorsell, bass and Kerry Politzer, love; an embarrassing moment; a space for discipline, imagination, liberation and kinship. – ti- piano. Israels photo by John Meloy story of an elder or mentor who nyurl.com/pwnw-HHCB August 21: Vocalist Anna Meyer accompanied by George changed your life; a life lesson, a September 2 – Maura Campbell-Balkits’ work uses humor Colligan, piano. Other spontaneous guests too. hilarious moment, an awakening to deconstruct performance styles from TV talk show hosts to August 28 begins at 6 pm with the Brazilian choro group or a secret wish? stand-up comedians. – tinyurl.com/HHMCB3 Choro da Alegria. Playphone is a free com- For all shows, a voluntary donation is $0-$30 with proceeds Driveway Jazz takes place every Friday at 4 pm except where munity service for connection in split between the artists and the Nat Turner Project, A Fugitive noted and is streamed online at @drivewayjazz on Facebook. It these disconnected times. If you Gallery Space. RSVP and find out more at pwnw-pdx.org. will continue as long as the weather holds. The monthly schedule is are unable to attend the call you posted online at drivewayjazz.wordpress.com. registered for, or would like to reschedule, contact the box office Symphony Season at 503.488.5822 or email boxof- [email protected]. Canceled for 2020 Rent the The Oregon Symphony has announced the cancel- Miniplex ation of all concerts through December 31, 2020 due to the effects of COVID-19, affecting Portland and Salem perfor- at Movie mances. Madness The Symphony plans to resume live performances in January, maintaining the current 2021 concert schedule, and will share updates as necessary. Movie Madness is still As 2019-20 marks its 123rd season, the Oregon Sym- closed to the public ex- phony is the oldest orchestra in the western United States. cept for curbside pickup via The Symphony will continue to share recordings of past Movie Madness Express, performances online, as well as new musical videos featur- but now you can rent their ing Symphony musicians. For tickets already purchased to canceled concerts, Miniplex for an extra special patrons can donate the value of unused tickets, apply movie-going experience. ticket value to a concert not canceled, exchange tickets The Miniplex is per- for gift certificates or obtain refunds for the cancelations fect for a date night, fam- by contacting Oregon Symphony Customer Service at ily outing, graduation gift, 503.228.1353 or [email protected]. or an entirely solo experi- Those who are in the position to do so are encour- ence. Your party of up to Portland artist Remedios Rapoport has big news: aged to make a gift to support the Oregon Symphony at five people who have been “My painting Acro-Thinking, was selected for the Word Ex- orsymphony.org/support-us/give. sheltering in place togeth- hibition at ShockBoxx Gallery from a pool of over 700 works.” er can watch any film you The gallery is not in Portland, but there is a virtual exhibi- wish from the extensive tion at the Gallery’s 3D tour: bit.ly/sbxxgofigure. “This word portrait promotes the possible positive benefits Movie Madness collection of people with strong and flexible acrobatic minds for solving in the microcinema, fully problems of today,” Rapoport said. equipped with cutting-edge “Created within a vintage showcard design, it allows mul- sound and projection. tiple panels of information to be shared in a visually cohesive Rental rates are $200 and playful way. It cries out like an old time circus or sideshow for the general audience barker to capture the viewer’s attention.” and $150 for Hollywood Portland’s Regional Arts and Culture Council (RACC) Theatre and Movie Madness awarded Rapoport with a grant to curate and present The Gen- members. Choose the film, tle Revolution presents: The Pre-Vinylettes’ Suffragette and a date. They take care Centential Exhibition at the Ford Gallery later this year. of the rest. See remediosrapoport.com for the details. See tinyurl.com/ mmadnessrental to read about the steps they are taking to make this a safe experience for their staff and your group. Multnomah County Health Video As local businesses reopen, the City of Port- land and Multnomah County Health Depart- ment have created a vid- eo to educate the com- munity on how to stay safe and slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The video is stream- able in more than 35 lan- guages. Watch them all at ti- nyurl.com/y5weepg6. 14 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 Ww Wellness Word

Editor's note: Wellness Word is an informational column which is not meant to replace a healthcare professional's diagnosis, treatment or medication. Can Calming Ourselves Calm the World?

Stress is a public health cri- culture, we are stressed repeat- create a calmer life, the body and sis. Our bodies are designed to edly, without time to pause and mind need to be addressed to- handle stress in small doses. Even truly return to a calmer state. The gether. before the COVID-19 pandemic saying, “neurons that fire togeth- Clinical (or Hanna) Somat- and protests against racial injus- er, wire together” describes neu- ics is the only somatic modality tice entered the equation, Ameri- roplasticity. that incorporates pandiculations, cans were dealing with chronic The constant motor and gentle movements to retrain the stress related to pressures of fam- thought patterns with which we brain and nervous system to re- ily, work, finances, environment, respond to stressful events, means lease muscle tension. climate, digital media and more. we are neurologically wiring our Pandiculations are not When stress becomes long- bodies and minds to stay stressed, forceful like a stretch or strength- term or chronic, it can have seri- resulting in a myriad of mental, ening movement. Because they ous effects on our bodies. physical and emotional health is- put the individual in charge of As a Clinical Somatic Edu- sues. creating and learning a new neu- cator, I see more and more new No matter what the stressor romuscular pattern, it is empow- clients presenting with higher is – whether it is pain in our bod- ering and gives people a clear levels of pain, exhaustion, anxi- ies or pain in our communities – sense of agency, instead of rely- ety, inability to focus and an over- the first line of action generally ing on others to fix them. all low sense of personal agency. starts with resist, push, challenge, Somatics is highly effec- Somatic Education helps fight, freeze. Evolutionarily, we tive because we are working with people better understand how were wired to see everything as a the brain and nervous system, their brains, nervous systems and threat and be ready to react quick- the parts of us which drive our bodies react to stress. All humans ly to protect ourselves. movement and thought patterns, and animals have a fight/flight/ In the somatics world, we to shift our bodies and minds to fawn/or freeze response to fear- never push, fight against tension a state of peace and ease, rest and ful events with full-body muscle or inflict pain to relieve pain. That restoration. From this state we are contractions called reflexes. only creates – you guessed it – more rational, aware and able to Reflexes keep you safe, like more tension. solve complex problems. when you reflexively pull your Several somatic modalities Somatics is a paradigm shift hand away from a hot burner or, are coming to the forefront in away from our current approach eons ago, ran from a saber tooth these times to help people learn to to “fix” the problems we all face. tiger. sense their reactions to the pres- Could it be that to have a more Once safe, your nervous sures we face worldwide within just world we need to experience system shifts from the sympathet- their body. peace that we can all create with- ic nervous system, responsible for Every thought, action, re- in, first? fight-or-flee reactions, to a state action and emotion has a cor- of rest and recovery under the responding physical response in Kristin Jackson control of the parasympathetic the body. There is no “mind-body Think Somatics nervous system. connection.” Rather, they are two 503.701.2179 In today’s 24/7 go-go-go sides of the same coin. To try to

What to Plant Now in Your Home Garden

By Ian Wilson, Portland Edible Gardens

Summer is in full swing. Spring greens have wilted away in the heat, tomatoes are starting to ripen on the vines, zucchini’s broad canopy is attempting a coup of the rest of the garden and a fruitful season is upon us. It can be easy, in the midst of such abundant harvests, to Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower Dill, Cilantro and Parsley forget about the opportunities and Kohlrabi These annual herbs are great for planting at this moment. Still Plant these from starts now options for late summer. Dill and there are many opportunities for for a one time fall harvest. The cilantro are easily grown from planting that shouldn’t be missed, same veggies planted in mid- seeds or starts, but have a shorter now and in the weeks to come. August will be harvestable in the harvest window and will be ready Planting cool season veg- winter as a succession planting. in late summer. Parsley planted gies now will yield an abundance from starts will be harvestable all in the fall and winter months. Carrots, Beets, Turnips and through the winter. Late July-early August is actually Rutabagas a critical window for planting These roots are at their Lettuce many vegetables that will ma- absolute peak sweetness when A workhorse in the garden ture in the fall and winter months harvested in the dead of winter. and kitchen, lettuce can be plant- ahead. They take a long time to mature ed in many seasons. Plant every Many home gardeners at- (especially beets and carrots) and two to three weeks until early tempt to plant “fall vegetables” in should be planted ASAP from September to have a continuous the fall, which turns out to be a seeds for an abundant winter har- harvest from late summer until solid two to three months too late vest. deep into the fall. Choose heat for growing successful cool sea- tolerant or bolt resistant varieties son crops. Kale, Collard Greens and for planting in July and August. These vegetables, while Chard they love to mature in the cool This trio of hardy greens Scallions and Leeks months ahead, need the long hot will provide a continuous har- These veggies should be days of late summer to get started vest in the fall and winter when planted from starts ASAP. Scal- on their journey. With a good start planted now from starts. Spraying lions will mature in late summer in the heat of late summer, they weekly with organic “Bt” (Bacil- and leeks will mature for a winter will cruise into their maturity in lus thuringiensis) can help protect harvest. September and on into the fall. them from cabbage moths. THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 15 Rising from the Ashes: Montavilla’s Main Drag Gets Creative

By Megan McMorris ticipated restaurant from Le Pi- ver lining to this,” says Mahan. geon and Eem alums (occupying “Because we’re in construction When I last saw Daniel and the former Country Cat space on now, we can be flexible as we Elise Gold in February of this SE 80th and Stark), also decided move along, and adjust accord- year, we were sitting at Monta- not to open their restaurant for in- ingly, which is a lot easier to do villa Brew Works (SE 76th and door dining for now. than having to adjust a game plan Stark) as they told me about their Instead, they’ve brought the that’s already set in stone.” plans to open their new Sicilian grill (and the party) outside for Among the adjustments: a deli, Sebastiano’s on SE 81st. lunchtime barbecues complete larger outdoor seating area, fewer Set to open April 1, the deli with a slushy machine, expanded indoor tables and possibly even was one of several new establish- outdoors seating and festive mu- Plexiglas partitions. ments along Stark Street, part sic. “My contractor really has of the newly minted Montavilla Others, like Threshold his finger on the pulse of what’s crew. They were in good compa- Brewing and Blending on SE working and what doesn’t, and ny with Lazy Susan, White Rab- 79th and Vino Veritas on Stark we’re just beginning the process bit and Tinker Tavern also slated and 78th, have expanded their now,” Mahan said. to open their doors in the spring. outdoor seating areas to take ad- The extra time caused Ma- That was before things shut vantage of extra elbow-room on han to rethink his menu as well. down. Before the world as we their sidewalk or street. Same “The downtime caused us to look knew it ended. Before restaurants with southern-food favorite Ros- at our food program differently and bars had to scramble to rein- coe’s and sushi place Miyamoto and anticipate opening up with a vent their game plan. – next-door neighbors who share to-go friendly menu, whereas be- “It was really gut-wrench- the same owners, menu items and fore the food wasn’t as much of a ing, and there were times when even kitchen and who now co- focus,” he said. we almost scrapped our plans host a new outdoors space along When Tinker Tavern does altogether,” says Gold when we SE 81st. open, look for homemade sau- reconnected via phone. Some long established busi- sages to be part of the menu. Ma- In the end, their Sicilian nesses are forging new partner- han, formerly of Stammtisch and resiliency won out. “We decided ships altogether to help each other Prost!, is both a seasoned chef the only path was forward,” and thrive. and bartender. the Golds decided that the show “We were thrilled when While he doesn’t yet have must go on. Go on it did and they Redwood contacted us,” says a firm opening date in mind right opened June 3 for pick-up and Beer Bunker owner Kevin Over- now, Mahan is already feeling walk-up service. by, about their across-the-street welcomed by the neighborhood. Some things are different neighbor. Redwood menus now “We’ve been popping into than originally planned. Instead sit at Beer Bunker’s tables so the local establishments to intro- of offering dine-in service, they customers can place an order and duce ourselves and get to know utilize a Dutch door to take orders have a server bring the food from people,” he said “and we’ve had at the front. They rely more heav- across the street. a lot of positive feedback already, ily on online orders, and utilize “It just made sense because which is definitely encouraging their back parking lot for pick-up we don’t have food but we have and motivating as we prepare to and special event space. plenty of outdoor space, while open.” They’ve utilized their in- theirs is limited,” he says. They Follow Tinker Tavern’s door space differently as well. may establish a similar partner- progress, at their Instagram page “Because we don’t have custom- ship with nearby Bipartisan Café @TinkerTavernPDX. ers inside, we’ve basically dou- as well. bled the size of our kitchen and Montavilla reminds me of we have more refrigeration than As new and old businesses the Fisher Price downtown scene we’d otherwise have,” says Gold. start shaking to life, all neighbor- just like the one I played with as Being a family-run café hood eyes have remained trained a child. Mark, a lifelong resident, (Daniel, Elise and a cousin), on the corner of SE 81st and Stark likens the neighborhood to May- helped them bypass issues around St., home of the former Eco Baby berry of the Andy Griffith Show. unemployment and safety con- store. Originally slated to open in “It’s like an old Main Street cerns too – another bonus. May, Tinker Tavern had shown no small-town feel in the middle of “We’ve really appreciated signs of life throughout the shut- a pretty big city,” agrees Overby, the community support. It seems down. who has lived in Montavilla for like most of our customers are That will all soon change, over 20 years. Montavilla residents, so we’re says owner Erik Mahan. After “I love, for example, that very appreciative of the word of permit delays due to the compli- our local breweries can just walk mouth,” says Gold. cated nature of having to build a a keg down the street with a hand Their reach, of course, ex- restaurant from scratch, and to the truck to deliver to us. We’ve tends beyond the Stark Street pandemic itself, they are starting been consciously supporting lo- passersby. “We definitely have to construct their space with the cal business during this time, and people driving from pretty far new considerations in mind. The it’s really enjoyable to see how away for cannoli – it’s flabber- pause has been a blessing in dis- our neighborhood is adjusting to gasting,” laughs Gold. guise. this situation in a lot of creative While Sebastiano’s is up “There’s definitely a sil- ways.” and running, there are other new kids on the block that have had to hit the pause-and-reflect button. As a result, they’ve had time to concoct their own creative plans with the “new normal” consider- ations in mind. Lazy Susan, the eagerly an-

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By Jack Rubinger HB 4034 directs the Or- into four different subcommit- The Oregon Cannabis Com- egon Liquor Control Commission tees that include: governance and mission provides advice to the to establish by rule a process to framework, patient equity and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) register medical marijuana grow health equity and research leader- about a possible framework for sites. ship. The Commission’s goal is future governance of the Oregon HB 4035 directs the De- to have recommendations for the Medical Marijuana program. partment of Revenue, Oregon upcoming 2021 legislative ses- Made up of stakeholders in Health Authority, Oregon Liquor sion. the industry, Commission posi- Control Commission, State De- A recent conference call tions include a registry-identified partment of Agriculture and Gov- took place where members of the cardholder, an attending physi- ernor’s office to consult with Or- Commission discussed areas of cian, a person designated to pro- egon Cannabis Commission and focus. Those included the need duce marijuana, a person repre- other cannabis entities to develop for affordable medical marijuana senting OHA, a person represent- a plan to address issues related to for medical patients, the lack of ing OLCC, a local health officer, regulatory authority over mari- quality information available to a law enforcement officer and a juana. medical marijuana patients (in- person knowledgeable about re- SB 1561 directs the State cluding patient care guidelines), search proposals and grant pro- Department of Agriculture to ad- the need for better research re- tocols. minister the Oregon Hemp State sources (such as the hoped for Additionally, the Commis- Program for production, process- Cannabis Research Center), a de- sion includes members of the ing and sale of hemp. sire to redefine dosing standards public from various backgrounds. Due to walkouts during the and a methodology for packaging It commonly asks other stake- session, none of these bills were and labeling products for patients. holders and agencies for input on passed. It will be up to lawmakers various topics. to decide if they want to reintro- During the 2020 legislative duce them in 2021. For more information and session, there were three bills To help provide law mak- meeting minutes, contact the Or- that proposed changes to Oregon ers with recommendations, both egon Cannabis Commission at Medical Marijuana laws: groups have divided this work [email protected]. Work Your Noggin’ Eastside Village Works

When COVID-19 shut down the state, all lives changed dramatically. This was never more true than for seniors who of- ten struggle with a sense of isola- tion from their communities. As an all volunteer/member, non-profit organization, Eastside Village’s mission to keep seniors in their homes by providing need- ed services and a robust social life became a challenge that needed to be met. In March, as Oregon began shutting down, our members and volunteers immediately wanted to know, “How can we help?” Calls were made to each and every member asking, “What do you need?” It became clear that masks were a priority. From this, the EV Village Mask Project was Across 53. Coin receiver planned to ensure that every Vil- “I’ve found the extra times keeps us connected and gives us 1. Did laps, say lage Member or volunteer who we have met via Zoom to be es- the ability to really get to know 5. “Shoo!” Down needed a pair of washable cotton pecially sweet and time worth be- each other. 9. Timeworn 1. Vegas attraction masks would get them. ing spent,” said member Derianna We look forward to the day 12. Star 2. “____ Only Just Begun” Members and volunteers Mooney. when we can once again, gather 13. Filly’s mother 3. “You ____ kidding!” stepped up with generous offers With many member vol- for potlucks, happy hours, lec- 14. Stinger 4. Time division to make masks and donate money, unteers in the coronavirus risk tures, play readings, movie nights 15. Convention ____ 5. Not the highest grade fabric and other supplies. Within group, we have relied heavily on and so much more. 16. Seemingly forever 6. Hourly pay a week, a cadre of members and our younger, non-member vol- Meanwhile, because of this 17. Car color 7. Territory volunteers delivered the freshly unteers to assist with needed re- pandemic, we have learned how 18. Shoved off 8. 70’s rock group laundered masks to all who had quests during this time. well our Village concept works. 19. Iced with lemon? 9. Come by requested them. Volunteers wear masks and We are connected; we care and 20. Sticky stuff 10. Gets smart “This project really made do the required sanitizing while watch out for each other; we’re 21. Prayer pronoun 11. Lair me proud to be a part of such a providing services such as rides learning new ways to stay con- 23. Bright 20. Anonymous references beautiful, caring community. It to necessary medical appoint- nected; and we’re still involved 25. Hairpiece 22. Clear the blackboard gave us all a sense of connection ments, yard work, prescription in our community. 27. Rigid 23. Doesn’t go and well-being at such an unprec- pick up, grocery shopping and so Belonging to a group of se- 29. A long way off 24. “Is the soup ___?” edented time,” said Jenny Rock- much more. niors who want to stay engaged 31. Parts 26. Exxon product wood, Eastside Village Office “I’ve done a few volunteer and relevant to today’s world is 34. Like a wallflower 28. Explosive device Manager. gigs during these unusual times. an amazing experience. Eastside 35. Copper coins 29. It’s the truth Since that time, phone calls Although the primary outcome is Village provides so many oppor- 36. “____ she lovely?” 30. Referee’s tool to check in with each other have providing services to the mem- tunities to do so. 39. Pooch, for example 32. Fix become the norm and Zoom meet- bers, I get something out of this 40. Lady 33. Available power ings for book clubs, coffee hour, too – a chance to actually meet Eastside Village is an in- 42.Strike while the ____ is hot!” 37. Half courses, in golf happy hour, men’s group, neigh- and chat with people (properly terdependent, intergenerational 45. Canoe equipment 38. Judicial tribunal borhood circles, current events masked and distanced, of course). community of neighbors helping 46. Dig like a pig 40. Extra group, climate crisis crew and Even before COVID-19, I always neighbors. Members are indi- 47. Cat’s lives 41. Crowd noise more are noted on our online cal- felt that I received benefits as well viduals and couples who prefer 48. Archaeological site 43. Catch ____ endar with handy links to connect as providing benefits,” said vol- staying in their homes and neigh- 49. Examination type 44. Home, informally members with other members. unteer Gene Ellis. borhoods rather than moving into 50. Chows down 45. Not matching Our Zoom experiences have Seeing friendly faces and retirement communities. 51. Out of the wet 46. Commotion expanded to include a book read- having mutually interesting con- 52. Lived ing by a local author and nutri- versations lifts the spirit and For more information con- Answers found on page 15 tion lessons to help us maintain keeps us mentally healthy. Shared tact [email protected] or healthy bodies and minds. stories from lifetime experiences call Jenny at 503.866.0571. 18 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 Homeless Facility to Open in September Getting the Healthcare You Need During COVID-19 By Nancy Tannler

By Richard Smith, MD Raven Russell, Director of Data & Major Projects at Help- ing Hands Reentry Outreach, has Multnomah County resi- person attention, a virtual visit is good news about their new facil- dents have been turning to virtual still a good option. Many people ity to help Portland’s homeless medical visits, also known as tele- choose virtual visits in non-emer- during COVID-19 and beyond. medicine, more than ever during gency situations for routine fol- They plan to open 72 emer- the coronavirus pandemic. low-ups and non-life-threatening gency shelter beds in September While telemedicine compa- conditions. and 300 more by the end of the nies have been around for years, This option allows you year at the Bybee Lakes Hope the pandemic has led to a dra- to consult your doctor or other Center (BLHC, formerly the matic increase in virtual visits as healthcare providers in your net- Wapato Correctional Facility). primary care doctors, specialists work via a secure video or phone BLHC has the capacity to and hospitals began offering the appointment, all in the comfort of eventually serve 525 individu- service as a way to help keep pa- your home. als. Scheduled to open 228 beds tional training. Helping Hands Reentry tients safe. Before your telehealth vis- this fall, the pandemic has caused The Center will serve men, Program has a decade-long track Now that medical offices its: them to modify their plans. women and children on a so- record helping clients achieve and hospitals are accepting pa- • Make a list of all the med- “We did a redesign of the ber campus. The two eligibil- success. 90 percent of clients who tients again for in-person visits ications, prescription and over- reception/lobby area so it will ity requirements are: sobriety enroll in the Reentry Program and elective procedures, you may the-counter drugs you take and give people plenty of room to and no registered sex offenders. complete it. After three years, 80 be wondering if you should return include the name, address and maintain social distancing while Dogs will be permitted and resi- percent of women and 75 percent to your doctor’s office or stick to phone number of your pharmacy. utilizing the space,” Russell said. dents come and go at will with a of men are maintaining indepen- a virtual visit. • Write down details about Helping Hands operates 15-minute bus ride to downtown. dent housing, according to docu- Rest assured, your health symptoms, concerns, pain and 11 facilities for the homeless in To be admitted, a person mentation. care providers can help you de- feelings. Clatsop, Tillamook, Lincoln and must be referred by a registered As BLHC evolves, there cide what’s best as they work to • Take digital photos of any Yamhill Counties. This will be community partner: Community will be many opportunities for ensure safe care for patients and injury, rash or other visible con- their first property in Multnomah Action, Department of Human the community to participate in staff. This includes changing cern. County. Services, other shelters, mental the programming. Volunteer ac- the ways they deliver care like • Have your insurance ID BLHC plans to offer wrap and physical healthcare provid- tivities are expected to include screening patients ahead of time card available. around services for those ready ers, fire departments, business cooking or serving meals; main- to help determine if it’s best to • Use a phone, tablet or to make the necessary changes owners, churches, corrections de- taining community gardens; lead- go to a medical office or stay at computer that’s connected to the to become self-sufficient. They partment from the Portland metro ing classes on skills training, home. internet. If you’ve never video- establish partnerships with agen- area only. yoga, meditation, art, bible, read- chatted before, consider a prac- cies providing addiction, men- Offering training to com- ing groups, recovery support and In-person Visits tice run with a friend or family tal and physical health services; munity partners at the end of more. If it’s determined that an member to work out the process health insurance enrollment and August, the training includes an in-person visit is best for you, and check the microphone and food insecurity programs enroll- overview of the programs and you’ll find that to reduce the risk speakers. Headphones or ear buds ment; while securing government services Helping Hands offers, as Interested members of the of COVID-19 transmission, many provide better sound quality and documents (identification, social well as a trauma-informed guide- community are encouraged to facilities are taking the following more privacy. security cards, birth certificates), line for how to screen for eligibil- sign up for their newsletter at by- steps: • Have your home ther- employment assistance and voca- ity. beelakeshopecenter.com. • Screening arriving pa- mometer, bathroom scale, glu- tients for COVID-19 symptoms cometer or blood-pressure moni- and providing a mask and hand tor nearby. hygiene supplies before entering the center. Whether you choose a vir- • Screening every employ- tual or in-person visit, check with ee for COVID-19 every shift and your health insurance provider to requiring them to wear masks at see if they’ve taken steps to help all times and appropriate personal ease the burden during the health protective equipment. crisis. • Treating suspected and Getting the care you need is symptomatic COVID-19 patients always important. Consider these in designated areas only. options to stay safe and healthy. • Promoting physical dis- Remember, for life-threat- tancing with new clinic layouts. ening emergencies, such as chest • Cleaning and disinfecting pain, difficulty breathing or sui- exam rooms between each patient cidal thoughts, always call 9-1-1 visit, and regularly disinfecting or go to the nearest emergency high-traffic and high-touch areas. room. Bottom line, don’t delay Virtual Visits care because you are worried If you don’t require in- about contracting COVID-19. THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020 19 Representatively Speaking Rs Sellers Wanted By State Representative Rob Nosse

Rather than discuss the re- cent legislative special session this month, I thought I would focus on work in the Legislature that, until recently, has not been as high profile. One of my assignments is serving on the Oregon Emer- gency Board – a legislative com- Sellers Wanted mittee whose main function is to One important measure we ues right here in SE Portland like allocate money from emergency passed was the allocation of $62 Artichoke Music, Milagro The- funds to state agencies where spe- million for the Oregon Cares ater, the Aladdin Theater, Revo- cific needs arise when the Legis- Fund for Black Relief and Re- lution Hall and the Doug Fir, to lature is not in session. siliency. Data shows that Black name just a few. We do this from a finite communities are disproportion- They were some of the first pool of money set aside as part ately impacted by COVID-19, businesses to shutter and will of the state’s biennial budget. In with Oregon being no exception. most likely be the last to reopen. The market is starving for inventory and July, I had the chance to work on The fund will provide If these organizations do not two things that I am particularly grants to Black individuals, fami- make it through the pandemic, the SE Portland's home values are strong. If proud of. lies and businesses in Oregon to cultural and economic impact on In a typical year, the Emer- be made available through an ap- our state will be massive. you've considered selling, now is a great gency Board is a relatively un- plication and award process led Behind the scenes, I worked time. Interest rates are at historic lows eventful assignment. We might by the Contingent and the Black very hard to help venues across pass a few spending measures United Fund. the state weather the pandemic and serious buyers are out shopping. Let to respond to a worse-than-usual I was proud to vote yes and be there for us to enjoy when me share my experience, market wildfire season or boost funding and be a part of the Emergency this is finally all over. I did this to the Department of Human Ser- Board’s decision to allocate funds knowing how many of those are knowledge, and safe showing protocol vices because of an upturn in the from the CARES Act to programs found here in SE Portland. to help you achieve your goals. use of medical benefits on the Or- that will directly assist Black Or- We are likely to be called egon Health Plan. egonians. back for a second special legisla- This year, serving on the Another funding package at tive session in mid-August to ad- Emergency Board has been very the July Emergency Board meet- dress budget challenges in light Curious to know what your home different. In fact, everything has ing was a $9.7 million allocation of declining personal and corpo- is worth? Let's talk real estate. been different this year. Because for music and performing arts rate income tax revenues as well of the way Federal CARES Act venues allowing them to “moth as declining lottery funds as the dollars have been allocated to our ball” safely until the pandemic state budgets on a two-year cycle Eric Hagstette state to tackle the pandemic, the has passed. This was part of a $50 and is required to keep a balanced inhabitportland.com Emergency Board has been very million package for arts and cul- budget. active. ture entities across our state. If you have thoughts about (503) 313–6476 We passed funding packag- Most of you know Gover- what we should prioritize please es to provide child care for front- nor Brown has prohibited pub- reach out to me at rep.robnosse@ line workers, PPE and technical lic gatherings of small and large oregonLegislature.gov or call me assistance for underrepresented groups of people, effectively can- at 503.986.1442. and small businesses, housing celling all public performances Our goal is to balance the stabilization grants in the form conducted by arts and entertain- budget, and do it in away that of rental assistance, economic ment organizations. The sites for still maintains essential services, relief for quarantined workers, these public gatherings closed safety net programs and school enhanced mental health services down and have remained closed. funding, including community and to address many other needs. These include beloved ven- colleges and universities.

New Statewide Rules: Effective July 24

Governor Kate Brown issued new statewide rules for the wearing of face coverings that went into effect Friday, July 24. • Face coverings are required for ages 5 and up • Restaurants and bars must close at 10 pm statewide, regardless of the phase the county is in • Face coverings are now required when exercising indoors, plus outdoors when you can’t physi- cally distance • Capacity limit for restaurants, gyms, venues (i.e. concert halls, movie theaters) is reduced to 100 people, including staff 20 THE SOUTHEAST EXAMINER AUGUST 2020

Homes Now Available in Your Neighborhood Hawthorne Hill A New Mt. Tabor Luxury Home Development

The Caplener Group is pleased to present an exciting new project of four new luxury modern homes in a fantastic Mt. Tabor location. Built by local Mt. Tabor resi- dent and award -winning builder Ethan 7110 SE Main St. $850,000 21504 Shannon Ln $1,390,000 Beck Homes. Prices range $799,900– 1951 Mid-Century 3 BD, 2 BA 1991 Contemporary 5 BD, 3.1 BA 2319 Total Sq. Ft. 4022 Total Sq. Ft. $1,225,000. Featuring generous sized lots, high end finishes, open floor plans and ADU options. Breaking ground this month! For details please call: Office 503.232.4763 Mobile 503.888.6999

1525 SE 57th Ave. $1,225,000 2950 Total Sq. Ft. 4 BD, 3 BA (main house) 1 BD, 1 BA (ADU) 4707 SE Rex St. $700,000 2045 SE 72nd Ave. $589,900 2005 Custom Build w/ADU 3 BD, 2 BA 1951 Traditional 3 BD, 3 BA 2459 Total Sq. Ft. + 2 BD, 1 BA ADU 1716 Total Sq. Ft.

SOLD PENDING

1521 SE 57th Ave. $1,125,000 3100 Total Sq. Ft. 5 BD, 4.5 BA

1615 SE 41st Ave. SOLD 4905 SE Tibbetts St. Pending 1515 SE 57th Ave. 1954 Bungalow 3 BD, 2 BA 1962 Mid-Century 4 BD, 2 BA $899,900 1704 Total Sq. Ft. 3440 Total Sq. Ft. 2750 Total Sq. Ft. 4 BD, 3.5 BA

LEFT TO RIGHT: Jamie Marion, Kevin Caplener and Jan Caplener