CURBSIDE COMPOSTING An update on the city’s new curbside composting program
SAFETY ALERTS How to receive real-time safety alerts on your phone from the City of Portland
SUMMER YARD CARE Clover taking over? How to control this weed
FAMILY TRAVEL Tips for traveling with extended family, from two to eighty-two year olds
pinnacle press
MILL POND DREDGING PROJECT RAMPING UP
H
ave you been to Mill Pond lately? If so, you’ve been witness to the beginnings of the long awaited Mill Pond Dredging project. In the past several weeks, the pond has been drained of water and has been sitting empty in order for the silt to dry out for easy—and clean—removal. As you can imagine, our unpredictable Oregon weather has made the drying out process somewhat of a challenge, but the good news is that we’re still on schedule for the project despite a little summer rain. And more good news: the pond critters have a new home! As we reported earlier, biologists have been monitoring the pond habitat during the draw down phase of the project. Biologists have spent a full day in the field, using dip nets and a boat to collect fishes and aquatic wildlife. The initial biologist reports indicate the successful removal and re-habitation of native fish and amphibians. These creatures were moved to either the upper pond or the Boulder Creek “fall out”. Both locations were close enough to ensure the safe transport of the animals, yet far enough away from the pond that they will not be impacted by the dredging activity. In addition, biologists removed some invasive bullfrog tadpoles.
NEWS AT FOREST HEIGHTS
AUGUST•2012
Other wildlife—ducks, geese and heron—have the ability to re-habitate themselves and have been slowly moving out of the pond and on to other nearby bodies of water. Biologists have witnessed these animals moving upstream along the Forest Heights trail system to the upper pond area. These animals will naturally return to Mill Pond when the pond is returned to its normal state. The next several weeks will bring about a lot of activity in the pond and on the surrounding roads nearest Mill Pond Park. Here’s what you can expect:
• A temporary access road will be built into the park off of Mill Pond Road
• Large earth moving equipment will be brought in to the pond for the dredging and removal of pond sediment
continued on page 2
IN THIS ISSUE
Mill Pond Update
1-2
From the Manager’s Desk
4
Go Green: Curbside Composting Revisited
6-7
Upcoming Events
8
SOLV: Beach & Riverside Cleanup at Forest Heights
8
What to Do About Stink Bugs
9
Tips for Traveling with Extended Family
10
Be Prepared: Receive County 11 Emergency Information
Compliance Corner: Yard Care for Late Summer
12
Fall Festival on Hiatus
13
Classified Ads
14-15
FHHOA August Calendar
16
M I L L P O N D D R E D G I N G : A N U P D AT E continued from page 1
• Dump trucks will be loaded with
Forest Heights Homeowners Association 2033 NW Miller Road Portland, Oregon 97229 Phone: 503.297.9400 Fax: 503.297.9408 Office Hours: Monday—Friday 9:00 am—5:00 pm Email: contactus@fhhoa.com
Vision Statement To create and foster excellence in community, environment and quality of life. Board of Directors | 2012-2013
pond sediment and traveling through part of the neighborhood (Mill Pond Road, NW Morgan Lane, NW McDaniel and NW 102nd Avenue)
• Work will begin on the installation of a new Ultrablock wall & rip rap
• Work will begin on the installation of new spillway/weir gate
• Work will begin on the installation of a new Vertex pond aeration system. Pond will be refilled with water from two tributaries We recognize that there will be some disruption to the park and traffic flow along Mill Pond Road during the next several weeks. We ask for your continued patience as the project moves forward.
And as a reminder, we encourage you to come to the park to observe the dredging project! The “bowl” area of the park offers the best seats in the house, and our contractors tell us that young children (and a few young at heart adults) are enthralled with the activity of the large earth moving equipment. If you have questions about the dredging project, please send them to contactus@fhhoa.com. We will continue to update the Forest Heights community on this project in future newsletters and we welcome your questions on the project! ~ FHHOA Staff ~
Mark Sanzone—President Heather Gaitan—Vice President Stuart Roberts—Secretary Don Bielen—Treasurer Greg Maletic Mary Shuhert Kyle Abraham
Association Staff
BEFORE AFTER
Jennifer Callaghan—General Manager email: jcallaghan@fhhoa.com Judith Souers—Office Administrator email: jsouers@fhhoa.com Molly McManus Oliver—Compliance Coordinator email: moliver@fhhoa.com Kimberly Monaco—Marketing, Communications & Event Coordinator email: kmonaco@fhhoa.com Richard Metzger—Maintenance Supervisor
Cedar Tech Expert roof cleaning/repair without pressure washing
503-643-9303 Responsible roof care since 1991
www.cedartechroofcare.com
Juan Guerrero—Maintenance Team Page 2
Page 3
FROM THE MANAGER’S DESK
MESSAGE FROM OUR NEW GENERAL MANAGER
Hello Forest Heights! It is an honor for me to begin working as the new General Manager of the Forest Heights community. I look forward to working with all homeowners, committee members and staff to continually improve the community and quality of life for the residents of Forest Heights. A bit about me: I was born and raised in Illinois. I am married with four children: 2 boys (18 & 9) and two girls (12 & 10). I have a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and my Masters in Business Administration in Not-for-Profit Management from Rockford College in Rockford, Illinois.
and national trade organizations such as the North American Lake Management Society and Community Associations Institute (CAI). My involvement with CAI will continue at both the national level and here in the Oregon Chapter as well. Having started my career as a Board member of the Homeowners Association that I lived in, I have a unique perspective of the challenges and opportunities that exist in the HOA environment. Please feel free to stop in the office to meet me and share any concerns, or likes, that you may have about the community. You can also email me: jcallaghan@fhhoa.com.
On a professional level, I have had the opportunity to manage three lake communities in Illinois—two large recreational gated communities and one mid-size—all with natural resources, acreage and environmental challenges. I have also been involved with various local
~ Jennifer Callaghan, FHHOA General Manager ~
Want to advertise in the Forest Heights Newsletter? When you advertise in the FHHOA newsletter, your ad will appear monthly during your ad contract period. In addition to your ad, we provide links to your website from the newsletter, a monthly email blast and the homepage of our website. For ad rates, submission deadlines and general information, please contact Kim Monaco by email at: kmonaco@fhhoa.com or by phone 503.297.9400. Page 4
FROM THE GO GREEN COMMITTEE
CURBSIDE COMPOSTING REVISITED
I
t’s been more than six months since the city of Portland adopted curbside composting, long enough for authorities to have a chance to evaluate how the program to combine food scraps with yard debris is working. The new program turns out to be an even bigger success than the city had hoped.
astounding. Before the curbside composting program began, the city estimated that the average Portland household disposed of more than 1200 pounds of garbage per year. It also estimated, back in 2007, that 75 percent of that garbage could become productive, by either being recycled or by being composted.
“Based on the results of our pilot study, we anticipated that we would see a big increase in the amount of composting,” said Arianne Sperry, Portland Recycles! coordinator. “The amount of compost material and yard debris we’ve collected has exceeded our expectations,” she continued. “It has risen threefold, from 30,000 tons in 2011 to a projected 85,000 to 90,000 tons for calendar year 2012.”
Recycling has been in place for years, and has been very successful in reducing waste. All signs point to curbside composting as being a similar success, but the transition hasn’t been totally smooth. For one thing, when the new program went into effect last fall, garbage haulers didn’t have enough small yard debris bins, helpful for condo or townhouse owners with limited garage space to store them. But May 1 was the deadline for garbage haulers to provide the smaller bins, and they should now be available to all Portlanders who want them. If you still don’t have one, call Walker Garbage Service, the garbage hauler for Forest Heights, at 503-531-6330.
At the same time, there has been a big decrease in the amount of garbage collected. This is good news for the environment. A major goal of the curbside composting program is to reduce the amount of garbage—and methane gas generated by it—that Portlanders produce. Sperry said that garbage collected by city haulers has fallen by 44 percent, from 23,000 tons collected in the first quarter of last year to just 13,000 tons for the first three months of 2012. The amount of garbage generated by the typical Portland family is
Another problem with the new program is that some people are using regular plastic bags—instead of approved compostable bags—to line the kitchen pails used to collect food scraps. Ordinary plastic bags do not decompose and clog up the system. Only five types of compostable bags are approved by the city:
• BioBag Certified Compostable • EcNow Tech Compost Me • Eco Safe 6400 Line • Glad Compostable Kitchen • Natur-Tec Natur-Bag Compostable If you cannot find these bags, which are available at many supermarkets, you can line your kitchen pail with newspaper or a paper bag. Or you can dispense with liners altogether and simply dump your food scraps directly into your yard debris bin. It turns out that something as seemingly simple as collecting food scraps can actually become fairly complicated, at least to the uninitiated, so here is a recap of the rules:
• You can put all types of food into your yard debris bin. Dairy, meat, poultry, eggs, fish and continued on page 7
Page 6
WHAT GOES IN, WHAT STAYS OUT? Still confused about what can go into your Portland Composts! Bin? Here is a quick guide to print and keep in a handy place in your kitchen or near your compost bin. For even more information on curbside recycling, be sure to visit the Portland Composts website.
CURBSIDE COMPOSTING REVISITED continued from page 6
bones, as well as grains, fruits and vegetables can go into the bin. Even pet food and bird seed are OK. But if you have a large amount of fat or liquid, pour it into a container and save it for the garbage.
• You can also put a small group of paper goods into the yard debris bin: paper napkins, paper towels (but only if coated with food, not cleaning agents), tea bags, coffee filters and cardboard pizza delivery boxes. Sperry explained why pizza boxes were included in the compost mix. “They are big, bulky, standard paper items that lots of people use. They are not coated with plastic, but they do contain food debris, so they can’t go into recycling,” she said. Before, the only way people could dispose of the boxes was to put them in the garbage, so “it’s great now that they have the option to compost them.” All other types of paper goods that have food on them (paper coffee cups, butcher paper, paper muffin cups and frozen food containers, including frozen pizza boxes) should
go into your garbage can. They can’t be recycled because they contain plastic. Paper towels that have been used with cleaning agents should also go into the garbage. As an alternative to using yard debris bins, some people prefer using the garbage disposal units in their sinks. While this may be convenient, it’s hard on the environment. Sperry urges Portlanders to reconsider this option and “give our sewer pipes a break.” Putting food scraps into the yard debris bins instead of washing them down the drain will help to reduce strains “on our aging infrastructure,” she said. Now that you’ve had a chance to live with the new rules, you may want to reconsider the size of your garbage can. The city has found that since the start of curbside composting, more than half of all garbage bins are not full. If yours falls into that category, you can save money by switching to a smaller garbage bin for regular pickups and paying extra on rare occasions, such as when you decide to clean out the garage or after a big party. It costs only $5 to set out an extra bag or
container on your regular garbage pickup day. One way to reduce the amount of plastic in your garbage is to visit the recycling depot at New Seasons or Far West Fibers. Both accept certain items such as plastic lids, plastic clamshells and plastic bags that cannot go into your blue bin but can nonetheless be recycled. If you have questions about curbside composting or other garbage issues, you can call the Portland Recycles hotline at 503-823-7202. Or you can visit their website, www.portlandcomposts.com, or contact them by email at wasteinfo@portlandoregon.gov. If you have questions about how and where to recycle certain items that you cannot put in your blue bin, such as styrofoam, other plastics, and hazardous waste, call the Metro Recycling Information hotline at 503-234-3000. ~ Debby Rankin, Go Green Committee Member ~
Page 7
Upcoming Community Events SOLV Beach & Riverside Cleanup Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012 Time: 10:00am—1:00pm
Save the Date!
Location: FHHOA Neighborhood
Fall Community Garage Sale Date: Saturday, September 29, 2012 Time: 9:00am—3:00pm Location: FHHOA Neighborhood
Mill Pond Re-Opening Date: To be determined Time: To be determined Location: Mill Pond Park If Mother Nature blesses us with good weather this fall, we will *try* to host a Mill Pond Re-Opening Celebration. More details will follow in future newsletters so stay tuned!
Halloween at the Village Center Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 Time: 4:30pm—7:30pm Location: Mill Pond Park
Holiday Tree Lighting Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012 Time: 7:00 pm—8:30pm Location: FHHOA Office
SOLV Beach and Riverside Cleanup Coming to Forest Heights
D
id you know that local Forest Heights volunteers, in conjunction with the Go Green Committee, SOLV and the West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, made a significant impact on the health of our local watershed in 2011? These volunteers were part of an effort to improve watersheds throughout the entire state of Oregon. Their efforts are reflected by the following statewide accomplishments:
• Volunteers improved watershed health by removing 599,155 sq. ft. of non-native, invasive plants
• Volunteers worked to restore watershed health by planting 487 native trees and shrubs
• Volunteers conducted watershed education, restoration, site maintenance and monitoring Would you like to take part in continuing the watershed health program in Forest Heights? If so, save the date! On Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 10 am to 1pm, the Oregon Lottery, SOLV, the FHHOA Go Green committee and Forest Heights Starbucks employees will be hosting an invasive plant removal along a creek in Forest Heights in preparation for winter planting. Stay tuned for the exact location and online registration information in the September newsletter. Page 8
THE STINKY TRUTH ABOUT A COMMON PEST
T
hese warmer and longer days, with flowers in full bloom and the fruits of the garden coming into season, are all glorious signs that we’re now, finally, in the midst of summer. And while taking in the sights, sounds and smells of Mother Nature at work is refreshing, this time of year does bring about a few less-than-ideal issues for many homeowners—a major one being stink bugs. This time of year, unfortunately, may see the largest population of stink bugs across the U.S. to date thanks to the mild winter weather pattern most of the country experienced.
STINK BUG ORIGIN Stink bugs have not always been a familiar sight to those of us in North America. Originally from Southeast Asia, they are thought to have taken refuge on a container ship that traveled to the U.S. The first population of stink bugs was spotted in Allentown, Pa., in 1998, and the bugs have since spread feverishly with a reported presence in at least 33 states. The majority of states infested with these smelly insects are coastal, but that is quickly changing. Stink bugs earned their name from the foul odor they omit when they are disturbed, frightened or squashed. Their glands, which are located on the underside of their thorax, create a strong fragrance that repels predators. The most common stink bug is the brown marmorated stink bug, but it is only one of 250 species that can be found in the U.S., and one of 4,700 species worldwide.
Although stink bugs are problematic for various reasons, people primarily find them a nuisance in their homes. Adult stink bugs are mainly interested in mating, so they enter your home looking for a warm place to reproduce. While taking refuge, they can be heard running into things as they fly around clumsily hitting walls, lamps, etc. Simply squishing them will not solve the issue, because their smell acts as a pheromone, and causes others to flock to your home.
STINK BUG DIET Stink bugs enjoy feasting on all sorts of foods, from apples and carrots to leaves and cabbage; their diets are hardly picky. Farmers find these insects to be an enemy to their crops, and rightfully so. Some trade groups hold stink bugs responsible for a reported $37 million of damage to apple crops in 2010. According to the USDA, an estimated value of $21 billion of crops are at risk where stink bugs have been recorded.
CONTROL OPTIONS Some people believe they're unable to control stink bug populations without the use of chemicals and harmful substances. Most chemicals are increasingly ineffective against stink bugs and some traps may not always work. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to lower the risk of stink bugs entering your home, as well as organic methods to treat the stink bug population in your home. Make sure all windows and entryways are sealed tightly and check that fireplaces are closed. It is also beneficial to rake away any debris or
edible vegetation from your home's foundation to avoid attracting unwanted bugs. Further indoor control of stink bugs can be handled using a trap, like the Victor Ultimate Stink Bug Trap. This more advanced trap uses heat, light and a powerful lure to attract stink bugs without using harmful chemicals. The benefits of a trap like this include a budget friendly price point as well as safety around pets and children. There are also traps that help control outdoor populations like the Safer Brand Stink Bug Magnet. Through years of engineering and testing, proper pheromones have been discovered to create a powerful and effective lure that attracts and traps stink bugs without exposing gardens to destructive substances. This reusable trap can be hung from a tree to attract adults or set in a garden to attract nymphs. Using chemicals to control stink bug populations is increasingly frowned upon because it can disrupt your home and can be dangerous to your health. Increasing demand for advanced technology has sparked innovation for products to trap these bugs and diminish their reproductive possibilities. This season, try using an organic approach to your stink bug control and help keep the environment, and your home, safe. Page 9
Parents, Grandparents, Kids and More: Tips for Traveling with Extended Family Family travel, also referred to as multigenerational travel, is a growing trend not likely to slow any time soon, with more and more people considering the benefits of traveling with extended family. If the idea of taking a trip with your family—children, parents, grandparents or more—appeals to you, here are some tips that will help ensure your vacation is one everyone in the family will enjoy.
F
orty percent of U.S. leisure travelers—20.8 million people—had taken a multigenerational trip in the previous 12 months, according to a
2011 Preferred Hotel Group study. This year the numbers could grow even more. To plan the best multigenerational trip, possible, follow these insider tips:
Tip 1: Make planning a group activity The most successful multigenerational vacations occur are when all family members are involved in choosing the destination. It will take some research to find the right locale for your vacation, and brainstorming with the entire group, young and old, to get ideas of where to go is a wise way to start your travel adventure. Do more people want a secluded trip with outdoor activity options, or does your family lean more toward travel to a big city with lots of shopping and museum visits? If everyone has a say in what type of vacation they enjoy up front, it's easier to narrow down destinations that will make everyone happy.
Tip 2: Find group accommodations
Tip 3: Research activities When you're narrowing down where you'd like to take your multigenerational vacation, consider the activities that are available. You'll want options to entertain both young and old, so be sure to seek variety. Access local travel resources and online travel reviews to find destinations that are a good match for your group. You might even be able to schedule some activities in advance to reduce stress once you have arrived.
While getting separate hotel rooms can work for multigenerational travel, having a large suite or private residence where the entire group can reside provides a more unified travel experience. The key is to find a place that is comfortable for all and provides many of the conveniences of home, but still feels like a grand escape. An extra consideration: Look for accommodations with a full kitchen so your family can cook and eat meals together as desired. Starting the day with a full family breakfast or ending it with fresh baked cookies and milk can be a bonding experience in itself.
Tip 4: Adopt the multigenerational mindset Traveling with a group of different aged people brings with it a unique set of variables. It's important to remain flexible and set a comfortable pace. There are always traveling snafus, such as uncooperative weather or the kids losing their luggage, but remember to relax and deal with any bumps in the road as they arise. Sometimes overcoming these obstacles can make for the best family memories because you must figure out solutions together and spontaneous activities are often the experiences that are most cherished. Page 10
Be Prepared: Sign Up to Receive Real-Time County Emergency Information
T
he City of Portland’s recent “Boil Water Advisory” was a good opportunity for residents of Portland to assess the various ways we can educate ourselves on critical city-wide situations. Most of us receive safety related information via the evening news, but did you know that you can receive real-time emergency data as soon as the city has information to report? PublicAlerts, an online and subscription based information portal, is administered by the Portland Bureau of Emergency Management on behalf of the region. The lead partners are the City of Portland and Clackamas, Clark, Columbia, Multnomah and Washington counties.
The Public Alerts website, www.publicalerts.org, provides residents in the Portland region with updates and alerts on a variety of issues: service disruptions involving roads and bridges, transportation and traffic, public health, public safety, utilities, community services, schools and weather. The site also allows residents to sign up to receive community emergency notification through their county of residence. You can request to receive notification by landline phone, cell phone, email and/or text message. On the homepage of this site, you can sign up for notifications by selecting the prominent “Sign Up” button. Simply select the county you reside in and the system will prompt you to create an account. The next step will ask you to designate phone numbers and email addresses where you want emergency notifications sent. Please note that the notification system is just one of several tools used by emergency responders and is not activated in all situations. Emergency information is also provided through broadcast and print media, social media, the publicalerts website and the Emergency Alert System (EAS) on TV and radio.
How to Get Public Alerts!
Go to: www.publicalerts.org Click the Sign Up button to get the public alerts sent via phone, text/ SMS or email alerts
COMPLIANCE CORNER
YA R D C A R E F O R T H E D O G D AY S OF SUMMER August can be a quiet time in the yard; many plants have already budded and bloomed, and drier weather means the grass isn’t growing quite so fast. However, two yard care issues seem to be prevalent in our community right now: clover in lawns and curbside weeds. Why not take advantage of the warm, dry days of August to evaluate and resolve these issues if you spot them in your yard. Clover in Lawns
Weeds in Curbs and Gutters
Clover has leaves shaped like a shamrock with a pom-pom type flower in the middle. Clover in lawns is a sign that the soil has little to no nitrogen. Regular applications of fertilizer will add nitrogen to the soil and is the best preventive measure to keep clover from invading in your grass.
Yes, your curbs and the curb gutter are part of your home’s “curb appeal”. Not only that, according to the City of Portland, it is the responsibility of homeowners to maintain the sidewalk and curbs outside their homes. Because weeds and other plant growth can damage curbs, residents are encouraged to remove weeds from joints and cracks in the curbs and gutters and keep the area clean. Curb and sidewalk weeds can be removed by hand or killed back with the spot application of an herbicide. Vinegar, again,
Clover can be removed by hand - its roots are shallow and it can easily be pulled. For a small patch, hand pulling is very effective, and weeding clover after the grass has been watered makes the job even easier. Clover can also be raked or dug up with a spade. Be mindful that bees love clover and may be near you as you work. For larger patches of clover, an application of a herbicide is most appropriate. Vinegar is a natural herbicide that is effective at removing clover, but be aware that vinegar will kill both the clover and the grass, so you will need to reseed the area once the clover is gone. Read here
about how to apply vinegar to weeds. There are chemical herbicides that specifically target the clover—Ortho Weed B Gone Clover, Chickweed and Oxalis—is a variety that leave the grass intact. This herbicide can be purchased at retail stores. After the clover dies, it should be removed and the bare patches reseeded.
is a natural herbicide and will work for these kinds of weeds. Please note that the popular chemical Round -up and generic equivalents are effective at weed removal but will stain the concrete if applied broadly. If you use a chemical herbicide, adjust the nozzle to a fine stream and apply only to the weeds, not the surrounding concrete. ~ Molly Oliver, Compliance Coordinator ~ Page 12
2 0 1 2 I N T E R N AT I O N A L F E S T I VA L O N H I AT U S
A
s we’ve been reporting now for several months, the Forest Heights HOA is moving forward with the Mill Pond dredging project. Since the dredging project will impact Mill Pond Park well into the fall months, the Community Activities Committee, with great reluctance, has recommended to the FHHOA Board of Directors that the International Fall Festival be cancelled for 2012. This recommendation came after months of seeking an alternate venue within the neighborhood that could accommodate this large-scale event. Because the Fall Festival attracts over 2,500 residents, any proposed alternate venue would need to have enough open space to accommodate the staging of the event. Additionally, the venue would need to allow the association the ability to serve alcohol. Aside from Mill Pond Park, the only other large open space in the
neighborhood is the soccer field at Forest Park Elementary (FPE), however, due to the FPE Field Renovation project, the association was unable to secure the field for the festival. The Community Activities Committee recognizes the value of bringing our community together to celebrate the diversity of cultures that calls Forest Heights “home”. To that end, the committee is asking for the community’s help in planning next year’s event. If you have suggestions for the 2013 International Fall Festival, or would like to be a performer, please complete this short, online form. ~ Members of the Community Activities Committee ~
BABYSITTING BABYSITTING SERVICE AVAILABLE! Hi, my name is Emilie Jackson, I'm 17 years old, and go to St. Mary's Academy. I've been babysitting for 6 years with all ages and love it! I'm available most week nights but especially weekends and willing to book on short notice. I have lots of references upon request, so give me a call! (503) 804-6616 NANNY/BABYSITTER My name is Ashley and I am 17 year old., experienced babysitter and Red Cross certified. I love to play games, do arts and crafts, play sports and be active. I have my drivers license and am a good driver with my own car. I am able to drive myself along with others if needed. I am available school nights, weekends and this summer. Please call Ashley at 503-577-6951 or email ktmarcy@yahoo.com. BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744. BABYSITTER/PET SERVICES AVAILABLE Hi my name is Haley and I am a sophomore in high school. I am offering babysitting and pet services. I am Red Cross certified for CPR. I have been a camp counselor for ages 2-12, a mother’s helper for a 1 year old, and a sitter for school age children. My parents are available to drive me anywhere in the neighborhood. I love kids and am very patient with them! I currently charge $10 per hour. My pet services are as follows: Grooming and sitting. Grooming would be available at my own home where a grooming center is available. I currently charge $20 per full day/night sitting and grooming cost varies by size and coat length. References are available. Email: sunrisepetcare@hotmail.com or call 503.863.6673 BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at 503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr. BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Sonja Breda and I am 17 years old and attend St. Mary's Academy. I am friendly, fun and love working with children. I am also red cross certified, have experience working with children and have my drivers license. I am available some weeknights and most weekends. Please call me at 503-203-2627 or email me at sonja.breda@gmail.com. I look forward to talking to you soon. RESPONSIBLE, FUN BABYSITTER AND MOTHER’S HELPER AVAILABLE Looking for someone to help out with your kids this summer? Look no further! I am Red Cross Certified, and will be 13 years old in June (2012). I love kids of all ages. I like to play sports, read to kids, and do creative things like acting, dancing, and singing. I am a straight A student. I have a year and a half of experience. Rate is $5 per hour for one child, additional rates available upon request. Call 503-291-1249 or email me at katherine.m.renner@gmail.com.
If you can’t make it to the zoo this summer, we bring the zoo to you! This month’s puzzle is a word-find for all you animal lovers, so grab a pencil and go on a hunt for your favorite animal.
BABYSITTING SERVICE Hi, I’m Trudi, and I’m a senior at Lincoln High School. I am CPR certified and live in Forest Heights. I do not have my driver’s license yet; however, I can be driven by my parents to and from babysitting jobs. I have been babysitting kids ages 1.5 to 11 years old for the past three years. I also work with preschoolers and kindergarteners in childcare at my church. I am available most weekends including Fridays. I currently charge $9/hour. By the way, I am allergic to dogs and cats so I am unable to babysit for pet owners. Please call me at 503841-5989 or email tastysunflowers@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you. BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Jarrett Gold, I am 16, and a sophomore at Lincoln High School. I am Red Cross certified and can take care of any age group of children. I can also take care of any pets or other things needed. I am very responsible and I have had past experience taking care of children and feel very confident in doing so. I was a counselor at outdoor school and took care of children for a week. I had a lot of fun and built leadership skills. I can also help tutor children with their schooling if needed. I can babysit children during the week or weekends. With summer coming up, I am free anytime, and am willing to take any time slots. I enjoy children and I am eager to help take care of them. You can contact me at 503-922-9900. Thank you! Babysitter--Certified, Reliable, Fun! Hi! I'm Julia Renner, a junior at St. Mary's Academy, and I have 6 years' experience babysitting as well as working with kids at camp. I am Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified and excellent with all ages as well as families with pets, and am also able to do housework/chores. Flexible rates; outstanding references available upon request. Call (503) 291-1249 or email juliarenner@comcast.net. BABYSITTING Tess Pauken, babysitting, age 13, Red Cross certified, $5.00/hr., Responsible & reliable. Contact:503-297-4007 or email: camoritz26@gmail.com EXPERIENCED NANNY Experienced nanny for many families in Forest Heights. Flexible availability. Reliable transportation and perfect driving record. Many references. Part time preferable. Phone Jocelyn at: 503-459-9443. Babysitter, Petsitter and/or House-sitter for Hire! I am exactly what you're looking for! I promise! My name is Jamie Huggins and I live up here off Devoto. I have about 3 years experience with other families (including nannying for one of them for about a year) and I also have 4 younger siblings that I've helped raise over the years. I have many of my own pets including a dog and a ferret:). I am 20 years old, I drive and have my own car (a safe Jeep Cherokee). I am currently studying business administration at PCC Rock Creek, however I do have flexible hours. I am willing to watch any age (child and/or pet) I’m able to drive to and from practices/school/doctors appointments-whatever you need. I can also cook. I charge a flat rate of 12/hr (unless you have upwards of 10 babies, then my rate might go up ;D). We can negotiate for pet and house-sitting rates. I have great references that can be provided upon request! Fun and outgoing! Stern but kind. I love both kids and animals more than you can imagine!! The best way to contact me is through e-mail: jamiehuggins@hotmail.com. I usually respond within the hour. Hope to hear from you soon!
MUSIC
TUTORING
GUITAR LESSONS Classically trained guitarist now accepting new students; can teach any style of guitar Friendly, enthusiastic and easy going Forest Heights resident.. Open to teaching theory to non-guitarists. Music reading taught to every student, any age and skill welcome. Rates available upon request.. Rory Kenner (360) 510-0096 rory.kenner@gmail.com
SUMMER ENRICHMENT Keep your kids' brains active this summer! Tutoring all ages, all subjects. Specialties English, French, Math, piano. Experienced, certified teacher with established Forest Heights' business. Excellent references. I travel to you. Please contact Sarah at sarahwannell@hotmail.com or call 503 313 1216.
LOOKING TO LIVEN UP YOUR NEXT DINNER OR COCKTAIL PARTY? Pianist available to play background music for your next event. Genre of music can be discussed. Has had 11+ years of piano experience. References available upon request. $50/hr. Christina Seung 503.320.4296 Email: christinabean13@gmail.com
CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule an evaluation. Caren 503-327-8046 or cbcohen@hotmail.com
DRUM LESSONS .Accomplished, studious high school student (junior) offering lessons in home studio; 2 drum sets for teach and follow instruction and recording equipment to monitor progress. Qualifications: 5 years study, numerous instructors, rock & jazz emphasis. Drummer and percussionist in 3 bands: rock, jazz and orchestra. Performance venues include clubs, charity events & private engagements. Rate: $10/half hour; $18/hour. Email: jeremyk23@yahoo.com, 503.686.8020 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C24mJgNyP8 PIANO FOR MOTHERS Piano for Mothers! Daytime lessons. Start a new hobby or pick up where you left off as a child. I travel to you. Well-established local business. Forest Heights references. 503.313.1216 or mail me: sarahwannell@hotmail.com.
PET/PLANT CARE PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787 PET CARE / PLANT WATERING Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers will provide excellent nurture for your pets and plants. In the last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an abundance of vegetation and provided many dogs a daily walk. References available. Call Reid or Trent at: 503-203-1491 EXPERIENCED PET & PLANT SITTER Very responsible 12 year old girl with lots of experience. I can walk, feed and play with, clean up after and care for your pets if you are going to be gone. I have lived with cats, dogs, hamsters, fish and snails and have taken care of guinea pigs, cats and many other animals. I can also take care of plants, and have done for many people. Call 503.291.1249 or email: katherine.m.renner@gmail.com PET CARETAKER Hello, my name is Emily Wu! I'm a Junior at Lincoln High School, and am extremely fond of animals. I would love to care for your pet (or that precious hydrangea!) while you are away. I have two dogs myself, and a lot of experiences with pets. I charge low rates, and will shower your animal with lots of loving. You can contact me at (503-490-9543) or email me at emilywui@gmail.com. PET/PLANT CARE I am a responsible 14 year old boy in the neighborhood. I will attend Lincoln High School next year. If you need help while you are away I can watch your animals or water plants. Please call Nick at 503.793.4169 or 503.939.3028.
MATH LESSONS Math lessons: Experienced math teacher (all levels) with Bachelors degree in math. Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555 HEBREW TUTOR Hebrew lessons: Native Hebrew speaker experienced in Hebrew teaching. Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555
MISCELLANEOUS My name is Nick Grout and I am an 8th grader at West Sylvan. I am willing to wash cars, feed and bathe pets, house sit, and do yard work. I can come anytime during the week or weekend. Please contact me at 503.292.5440 or njgrout@gmail.com NEED SOME EXTRA HELP? My name is Nathan VanDomelen, 16 years old. I am a trustworthy and dedicated person. I honor all appointments and always do quality work. Here are a few things I can do: baby-sit, take care of plants, take care of pets (I am good with animals), pull weeds, and clean cars (inside and out.) Please note that I am not limited only to the jobs specified. I am available most weekdays, but prefer weekends due to school. Please don’t hesitate to call me (503) 206-6563. Thank you. LOOKING FOR EXTRA HELP? Hi! My name is Jake Marcy and I am 16 years old. I am dedicated to my sports and school. I am a lacrosse player for Lincoln High School and love my sport. I am very motivated and willing to work as hard as you need. I can help with yard work, computer work (Facebook, upload photos, etc.), animal watching and walking, babysitting, house sitting, lacrosse training. I am a hard worker so feel free to call me for any work you might have. Please feel free to call me at 503-297-5921 or 503-407-0846. BRIDGE ANYONE? Looking for intermediate level bridge players who would like to play for fun. Call Mike and Steph 503-244-1418 NEED HELP WITH TECHNOLOGY? Not sure how to set up your email? Confused about how to navigate Facebook? Is the internet or some other computer aspect puzzling you? I'm here to help! My name is Katherine Renner, and I'll be thirteen in June (2012). I'm able and competent with technology, and can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn how to use Google Accounts and the many functions of them (Google Docs, Google Calender, Gmail, etc.), Facebook, and Google Chrome. I can also show you the basics of Microsoft Office, as well as Windows computers. So see how easy technology can be. Give me a call at 503-291-1249, or email katherine.m.renner@gmail.com. Rate is $10 per hour. VERONICA’S HOUSE CLEANING Professional, quality, low rates, free estimates. Mini-blinds, Party Clean Up, Window Cleaning, Good References. Contact: Veronica @ 503.619.6690
Find us on Facebook! Look for the Forest Heights Facebook page and “like” us! When you become a fan of our page, you’ll be able to see updates from the HOA and keep up to date on what’s happening in the neighborhood.
Page 15
Here’s a snapshot of FHHOA activities and meetings for the month of August. Print and keep this calendar in a handy spot so you’ll have access to what’s happening in your community.
AUGUST 2012 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday Thursday 1
5
6
7
8
14
15
20
21
22
27
28
29
Safety, Streetscape and Transportation 11:30 pm
Friday
Saturday
2
3
4
9
10
11
16
17
18
23
24
25
30
31
Architectural Review Committee 9:00 am
NWHNA Board Meeting 12:30 pm 12
19
26
13
Budget & Finance Committee 6:30 pm
FHHOA Board of Directors Meeting 6:00 pm
Architectural Review Committee 9:00 am