Marshall Park Neighborhood Association

Marshall Park Bridge Opening & Work Party 20-Feb-2010:   

Over two dozen neighbors and volunteers met on a glorious spring-like day to celebrate the new bridge.    We enjoyed several speakers - Emily from Portland Parks, Margot from FOMMP, and Mike D from MPNA.   Then came the official ribbon cutting.  And we all grabbed shovels and planted native species around the bridge, serenaded by Betsy on her fiddle.   Finally we all enjoyed the free hot drinks and donuts.   Thanks to all who helped put this together.   More details and pictures at these links: swni.org/marshallparkbridge/workparty  and   http://swni.org/FOMP/Bridge

 

 


LEWIS and CLARK COLLEGE - STUDENT HOUSING PLANS.     8-Dec-2009.

In Summer 2009, the college submitted an application to build student apartments on Maplecrest near Terwilliger.   Local neighborhoods including Collins View and Marshall Park expressed their concerns to the city. And in early December 2009, the City Hearings Officer delivered his verdict on the application, agreeing with the neighborhood concerns.   To learn more, go to this link:  http://swni.org/LC/development

 

 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - PICNIC IN THE PARK.   4-Aug-2009

Over 100 neighbors gathered in the park for our annual MPNA picnic on 4-Aug-2009.   This was a record turnout.  The food, music, raffle, and conversation was enjoyed by all.   Thanks to SWNI and to all the volunteers who helped put this together. More pictures ...  http://swni.org/page/MPNA-NNO-2009
 

  
NEW NOTICE BOARD IN MARSHALL PARK.     28-Feb-2009

http://swni.org/mpna/notice_board_work_party

BURGLARIES AND CAR PROWLS ON THE INCREASE:

Officer Caspar, our liaison police officer, advises that burglaries and car prowls are increasing around the city. 

NATURE:  
For wildlife reports, see the Nature News page: http://swni.org/page/marshall_park_nature
      
Marshall Park deer seem to enjoy the taste of roses!   If you know of any interesting wildlife in our neighborhood, let us know at marshallparkna@yahoo.com   Send a picture if you have one.
  

 PARK NEWS:

MARSHALL PARK PLAN - Portland Parks has made some revisions to the trails in the draft plan.  You can find the plan here: http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/index.cfm?c=47681   The changes are on the trail map in Appendix A.   
 
MARSHALL PARK FOOTBRIDGE REPLACEMENT --- The new bridge is in place.   You can see pictures at http://swni.org/FOMP/Bridge
 

 

Calendar of Events


MPNA monthly meeting.  Thursday 10-Jun-2010 6:00pm to 8:00pm - at Capitol Hill Elementary School (in the library).
MPNA monthly meeting.  Thursday 8-July-2010 6:00pm to 8:00pm - at the picnic bench in the park.
MPNA annual picnic.  TUESDAY 3-Aug-2010 6:00pm to 8:00pm - National Night Out picnic in the park.
MPNA monthly meeting.  Thursday 9-Sep-2010 6:00pm to 8:00pm - at Capitol Hill Elementary School (in the library).

 For more information, or to get on the e-mailing list, contact MPNA: marshallparkna@yahoo.com

Useful contacts, links, phone numbers

 
Marshall Park Neighborhood Association: 

 

 Southwest Neighborhoods Inc.: SWNI prints a free monthly newspaper, the Southwest Neighborhood News. To receive it, call SWNI at 503-823-4592, email ginny@swni.org or visit http://swni.org/

Portland Police non-emergency line: 503-823-3333
Portland Police Online Reporting: http://www.portlandonline.com/police/cor/
 SOUTHWEST FRIENDS:  http://www.wix.com/southwestfriends/southwestfriends
Crime Prevention Website: www.portlandonline.com/oni/cp

Southwest Crime Prevention Program Coordinator:  Michael Boyer  
 503-823-3131 michael.boyer@ci.portland.or.us
Nuisance line (abandoned vehicles, illegal trash dumping): 503-823-7306
Pothole Repair: 503-823-BUMP or 503-823-2867
Social Services Assistance (referrals for food health care, housing, mental health): 211
Development/construction concerns: -- Erosion and flooding: 503-823-0900 -- Construction side code compliance: 503-823-7305
Portland City information line: 503-823-4000 or visit www.portlandonline.com
 

Neighborhood Map & Boundaries

Click here for Marshall Park map: Detailed Street Map of Marshall Park Neighborhood
 

 
 
Southwest Neighborhood Coalition Map:

Land Use

MPNA receives notices of land use applications in or near the neighborhood that warrant a Type II or III review.  Reviews are briefly discussed at monthly meetings.  If we are concerned about a proposed development, MPNA can submit a comment to the Bureau of Development Services.
  
CURRENT Marshall Park Land Use Notices (updated 8/30/09):
 

Lewis & Clark College Boundary Expansion - plans for student housing on Maplecrest near Terwilliger:  http://swni.org/LC/development 
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PRIOR Marshall Park Land Use Notices (updated 4/1/09):
 
Environmental Review Type I: 
Marshall Park  - SW 18th Place   - LU 09-112748 EN
Portland Parks and Recreation proposes to remove the condemned pedestrian bridge and construct a new bridge just upstream from its present location.  This review is required because the existing bridge has supports and footings within Tryon Creek.  
http://www.portlandonline.com/bds/index.cfm?c=42263&a=237923
 
Violation removal and replanting: 
1541 SW Maplecrest Dr.  Permit # 08-156181 ZP. 

A new retaining wall will be removed from an environmental zone and the area will be replanted. 
 

Land Division Type IIx Proposal  (in adjacent Collins View Neighborhood): 
731 SW Maplecrest Dr.   -   LU 07-172748 LDP AD.   
One of the two lots proposed (13,481 & 20,704 sf) is larger than the maximum R10 lot size of 17,000 sf.   http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=177873 

Land Division Approved  (in adjacent Markham Neighborhood): 
1339 SW Taylors Ferry Rd.   -   LU 07-179042 LDP AD.   
Two small lots (2,932 & 2,856 sq. ft) are proposed for an R5 zone based upon Portland's special code for developing corner lots.  An additional adjustment is required because splitting this lot creates a new "through lot" with frontage on both SW 13TH Ave and SW Taylors Ferry Rd.   http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=181406 

Land Division Approved: 
1945 SW Arnold St.   -   LU  02-127345 MP AD
Two lots approved (16,173 & 19,700 sf) below the minimum R20 lot size of 20,000 sf.  An accessory structure will be allowed to remain on a lot without a current primary structure.

Land Division Approved: 
1452 SW Taylors Ferry Rd
Four lots proposed on 51,388 sq.ft. site north of Marshall Park Estates.   Existing development will be removed.  http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=172981

Pre-Application Conference Nov. 1, 9 AM: 
10901 SW Boones Ferry Rd (SW corner of Boones Ferry & Arnold) - EA 07-167074
Proposal to divide site into 4 lots, with existing home remaining on lot 1.  MPNA has been notified because we are within 1000 feet of site. See details at  http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=171244

Adjustment Upheld, Appeal Denied: 
10735 SW 11TH
New home with 8% more of street-facing garage frontage than code permits(50%):  LU 07-123735 AD.  A neighbor's appeal, of the City's prior approval of this adjustment, has been denied.  City believes that requiring pervious(permeable) pavers, tree protection during construction and planting of new trees justify this adjustment.   Original appeal information (but not the final findings) is still at the link below as of 10/20/07.  http://www.portlandonline.com/shared/cfm/image.cfm?id=154996 

Minor Partition request: 
1384 SW Taylors Ferry
Developers met with MPNA at June meeting to discuss the addition of a Craftsman style duplex to this corner lot. 
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MPNA Land Use chair is John De Lance at jdelance01@gmail.com..  Anyone with land use concerns may also contact the MPNA chair, Mike Charles, at 503-244-6099 or MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com.

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LAND USE INFORMATION ON All SOUTHWEST NEIGHBORHOODS: 

     Notices:  http://www.portlandonline.com/bds/index.cfm?c=42263  
 
     Decisions:  http://www.portlandonline.com/bds/index.cfm?c=46579
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Lewis Clark student housing on Maplecrest

MAJOR LAND USE ISSUE:    Lewis and Clark College Expansion on SW Maplecrest/SW Terwilliger/SW Boones Ferry.                

 

LATEST NEWS:   7-Dec-2009.    After a period of comment and testimony, the City Of Portland Hearings Officer has delivered a verdict on Lewis & Clark's application.    The Hearing Officer agreen with most of the neirgborhood concerns.   A complete text of the decision can be found at this link:

 
SUMMARY:   Lewis and Clark College is asking for the City of Portland's approval to develop law and graduate student housing on SW Maplecrest Dr., near the intersection of SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry.  As part of their Conditional Use Master Plan (CASE FILE: LU 08-180498 CUMS    PC # 07-113603), they want to expand the College's boundary to include this area.  Their preliminary design (see attached "scheme 8") describes:
  • 160 to 200 apartments (240 bedrooms) in four-story structures
  • 217 parking spaces including a multi-story garage and surface parking surrounding SW Maplecrest's entrance
  • relocation of SW Maplecrest's intersection with SW Terwilliger to be 180 feet north of the current spot
CONCERNS: Some neighbors have expressed concerns about these plans ... swni.org/LC/neighbor_concerns

FORUM:  A forum page has been set up for neighbors to exhange views ... http://swni.org/LC/development/forum
INFORMATION:  Go the this links page for background information ... http://swni.org/LC/development/links

SOUTHWEST FRIENDS is an organization spanning several neighborhoods, and leading the effort to protect the livability of our area:  http://www.wix.com/southwestfriends/southwestfriends

 
Please contact John De Lance at  jdelance01@gmail.com  to receive e-mail updates on what is being done by SW Friends, Collins View NA, and Maplecrest Dr. neighbors.  These folks are organizing the effort to protect our neighborhoods' livability.

 
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LC Development - links and information

 

Background information for Lewis & Clark Conditional Use Master Plan - CASE FILE: LU 08-180498 CUMS    PC # 07-113603

 
LINKS:
Conditional Use Approval Criteria which development must satisfy:  see 33.815.105 Institutional and Other Uses in R Zones  (.210 MB)
http://www.portlandonline.com/auditor/index.cfm?c=28197&a=53475
 
City of Portland Bureau of Development Services:  Staff Report and Recommendation to the Hearing Officer:   (2.6 MB)
http://www.portlandonline.com/BDS/INDEX.CFM?a=256588&c=42263
 
 
Lewis & Clark 2008 Master Plan web site: 
http://www.lclark.edu/offices/facilities/campus_planning/master_plan_2008/   
contains the following links and other information:
Conditional Use Master Plan - Application - Nov 2008  (29.5 MB)
Conditional Use Master Plan - Completeness Submittal  - May 2009  - response to early concerns  (18.5 MB)https://webdisk.lclark.edu/planning/WebPageDocs/SubmittalBinder_2009_05_12_w_corrected%20SE9maps.pdf
Attached:
Lewis and Clark College Law Student Housing w/Maplecrest Relocation scheme 8
33.815.105 Institutional and Other Uses in R Zones

LC Development - neighbors' concerns

Some neighbors have expressed concerns about the Lews & Clark plans:

The properties to be developed are part of the Collins View Neighborhood, but Marshall Park Neighborhood residents who use and live along SW Maplecrest Drive and adjoining streets are also extremely concerned about how this development will affect the livability of our area.  The major issues are the impacts on neighborhood appearance and function, traffic levels, traffic speed, pedestrian and biker safety, wildlife habitat and noise levels.  Of particular concern:

Incomplete Findings – None of the impact studies (including Traffic, Noise Level) evaluated or even considered the implications of 250 additional residents to the adjacent Marshall Park Neighborhood (specifically SW Maplecrest Dr. and adjoining streets).
Inappropriate Land Usage – A high-density housing complex and parking structure are unprecedented and inappropriate for the area.  The current idea that this will be a “Green” project, providing housing near the school to reduce traffic, is naive.  The neighborhood lacks the additional services (i.e., day care, shopping, restaurants, entertainment) within reasonable walking distance to fulfill the needs of the these student families and discourage vehicle usage. 
Increased traffic  – SW Maplecrest will be used as a cut-through to avoid traffic on SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry. 
Increased speed – Speed is already a growing safety concern along SW Maplecrest.  The addition of 200 temporary residents will only increase the danger for our families when we try to walk through the neighborhood.
Potential Cost - Who will pay for the street improvements that will ultimately be imposed?   A local improvement district has been mentioned as one of the options.
Noise – Also as part of the Master Plan update, a PA system is proposed for Huston Field (on Boones Ferry).  Noise from student housing and Huston Field will carry across the canyon and be easily heard in our neighborhood.
Environmental Impact – The increased development, population and noise will affect the wildlife in the area.  Huston Field backs up to Tryon Park and the noise will carry across the canyon through Marshall Park and the adjoining neighborhoods.  The connectivity and integrity of the habitats could be jeopardized.
Campus Sprawl – If Lewis & Clark develops these properties, the adjoining areas will become less desirable for residential use.  This will provide the college opportunity to acquire additional properties and further development away from the current campus.

The Lewis and Clark Conditional Use Master Plan does not provide answers for these concerns. 
The Land Use Review hearing has already been held (8/19/2009) and many neighbors spoke in opposition, but the record is being held open for further comments from any interested person until 4:30 PM on Wed. Sept. 16, 2009.   
The Hearings Officer, Gregory Frank, indicated the community had brought up strong issues relating to livability, transportation and the environment, but his decision can only be based upon whether these issues show that the application doesn't meet the City Zoning Code approval criteria (see attached sub-chapter 33.815.105 Institutional and Other Uses in R Zones and the link to the complete chapter below). 
Comments may be FAXed, delivered to the Hearings Office, or mailed through the US Postal Service.   They absolutely must be received by the Hearings Office (not just in the mail room, and not by the Bureau of Development Services!) before 4:30 PM on Wed. Sept. 16th.   If FAXing, please send at least an hour before the deadline and then call the office 503-823-7307 to make sure your FAX was received.  Do not e-mail!  The Hearings Office does not accept e-mail comments.

City of Portland, Oregon Hearings Office   1900 SW Fourth Avenue, Room 3100, Portland, Oregon 97201
Phone: 503-823-7307    FAX:  503-823-4347   

Please contact John De Lance at maplecrest@bluespotproductions.com  to help build the case against the College's boundary expansion and/or other L & C Master Plan proposals, or to receive e-mail updates on what is being done by Collins View and Maplecrest Dr. neighbors.  These folks alerted us to the proposal and are organizing the effort to protect our neighborhoods' livability.  They are looking for any assistance you can offer!
 

 

LC Development - Marshall Park NA letter 10-Sep-2009

MPNA LETTER TO THE HEARING OFFICER:
The letter below was reviewed and approved unanimously at the Marshall Park NA meeting on 10-Sep-2009.     The letter will be FAX'ed to the Hearing Officer in charge of reviewing Lewis & Clarks' application.
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September 10th, 2009  
                         
Mr. Gregory J. Frank
City of Portland, Oregon Hearings Officer
1900 SW 4thAvenue, Room 3100
Portland, Oregon 97201
 
Re: OPPOSITION to Lewis and Clark College Boundary Expansion
      Case File: LU 08-180498 CU MS PC# 07-113603 Lewis & Clark College Master Plan Update
 
Dear Mr. Frank,
 
The Marshall Park Neighborhood Association opposes Lewis and Clark College's current request to expand their college boundary across SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry to include properties at the eastern end of SW Maplecrest Dr. We believe that 200 new residents would overwhelm the local transportation system, and that the proposed design and scale of the new development would significantly detract from the residential appearance of this gateway to our neighborhood.
 
Our specific concerns regarding approval criteria are as follows:
 
33.815.105 Institutional and Other Uses in R Zones
A. Proportion of Household Living uses. The overall residential appearance and function of the area will not be significantly lessened due to the increased proportion of uses not in the Household Living category in the residential area. Consideration includes the proposal by itself and in combination with other uses in the area not in the Household Living category and is specifically based on:
1. The number, size, and location of other uses not in the Household Living category in the residential area; and
2. The intensity and scale of the proposed use and of existing Household Living uses and other uses.
 
The number of parking spaces, the institutional size and appearance of a three level parking structure and the location of parking along both sides of SW Maplecrest will significantly lessen the appearance of our neighborhood gateway.
 
·         The eastern end of SW Maplecrest Dr. has been a gateway to Collins View and Marshall Park neighborhoods for decades. The Lewis and Clark boundary expansion proposes a three tier parking structure and surface parking lot at this gateway, replacing the existing single family dwellings on both sides of SW Maplecrest Dr. While the student apartments themselves may be “household living” uses, this is an institutional approach to parking, not a household living approach.   Concentrating vehicle storage areas on both sides of the road is of an intensity and scale that does not match the existing homes, and would significantly detract from the appearance and atmosphere of the residential neighborhood.  
 
·         Neither Mt. Carmel Church, Riverdale High School, nor St. Mark Presbyterian Church, the three non-residential uses near by, present the intensity of parking along both sides of a local street which Lewis and Clark is proposing for the law and graduate student housing. In fact, the proportion of non-household uses which these institutions make up in the area is currently buffered by the small scale household living dwellings which the proposed boundary expansion would remove from our neighborhood
 
 
The scale of the proposed four story apartment buildings would conflict with the current residential appearance.  
 
·         There is nothing of this scale in the area. 
 
·         Since only a general design has been offered, the four story limit is not binding on Lewis and Clark.   The College mentions that their Design Standards' contain a 30 foot limit for buildings within 50 feet of the campus boundary. However most of the proposed law/graduate student housing footprint is 50 feet away from the requested campus boundary.   Once the expansion is granted, the College would be able to build to the maximum height of 75 feet.    
 
 
The proposed boundary expansion's “preliminary design” is out of character and scale for the local neighborhood's residential atmosphere. We believe that Lewis and Clark should look closer to their current main campus for student housing development sites.
 
 
33.815.105 Institutional and Other Uses in R Zones
D. Public services.
1. The proposal is supportive of the street designations of the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan;
2. The transportation system is capable of supporting the proposal in addition to the existing uses in the area. Evaluation factors include street capacity, level of service, and other performance measures; access to arterials; connectivity; transit availability; on-street parking impacts; access restrictions; neighborhood impacts; impacts on pedestrian, bicycle, and transit circulation; safety for all modes; and adequate transportation demand management strategies
 
The evidence that SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry can support traffic generated by the proposal is not convincing.
 
·         The CUMP's relative “new trip generation” data (2-3% evening peak increase) for SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry may indeed support that Lewis and Clark should not bear the responsibility to pay for required intersection improvements, but it does not prove that the intersection can support the increased traffic burden.  
 
·         The CUMP has not considered whatsoever the transportation impact of an additional 200 student pedestrians and bicyclists stopping traffic in all directions to cross at SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry. The need for improvements to “pedestrian and bicycle facilities” is noted, but not the effect of traffic stoppages on the peak morning and evening traffic flow.
 
·         While Kittelson & PBOT were doing a site visit of the intersection “several near collisions” were observed.
 
·         In 2007 for a similar size “green” development, the Headwaters (with 156 apartments and 14 town homes), the City installed a traffic signal at the intersection of Barbur Blvd and SW 30th Avenue, to mitigate extra traffic from the new housing. Note that this was felt to be necessary along a straight stretch of Barbur Boulevard with unimpeded sight lines. We feel a well thought out solution is even more necessary at a curved and hazardous section of road such as exists at Terwilliger and Boones Ferry.
 
 
There is no evidence that SW Maplecrest Dr., a local service street and city walkway (without sidewalks), is capable of supporting the additional traffic that will be generated by the proposal. 
 
·         We agree with the Bureau of Development Services (BDS) statement that “SW Maplecrest Dr will be critical to the proposed new Law School student housing component of the Master Plan Amendment “. 
 
·         Kittelson and Associates, in a study done “in support of the Lewis and Clark CUMP” estimated an additional 400 to 700 daily vehicle trips from the new housing (CUMP Exhibit J).   We do not believe that this takes into account that while the new residents may walk to classes, there will still be extra traffic from family members and from the resident's own activities (jobs, internships, shopping, recreation) which Lewis and Clark's flexible classroom hours may allow.  
 
·         In any case, there is no mention in the Lewis and Clark application about what percentage increase in trips this represents for SW Maplecrest's intersection with SW Terwilliger, for travel westward along SW Maplecrest, or for travel north on Terwilliger. There is a SW Maplecrest traffic count mentioned in Kittelson and Associates “Proposed Scope of Work”, but no results of any such count are described in the CUMP.
 
·         SW Maplecrest Drive is not designed to handle additional traffic. It is directed and restricted by the topography of the area which creates specific hazards including blind corners, sharp turns, narrow roadways and no sidewalks or shoulders for pedestrians and bicyclists to avoid traffic. One particular blind corner has been the scene of numerous serious accidents.
 
·         At peak hours on week days and week ends, getting in and out of SW Maplecrest is already difficult. Due to high speed traffic and limited sight lines the SW Maplecrest and Terwilliger intersection can be dangerous at any time of the day.   Even the projected “low percentage increase” of vehicle trips at the SW Terwilliger and SW Boones Ferry intersection, when combined with a high increase in pedestrian/bicycle trips will be an unacceptable stress to an already overloaded transportation system.  
 
·         The CUMP and BDS Staff Report state that the preferred solution is to relocate SW Maplecrest so that it exits further north on SW Terwilliger. This may give a little more room for cars leaving SW Maplecrest to line up at the light going south on SW Terwilliger, but it also puts exiting vehicles 180 feet closer to high speed traffic from the north which rounds a blind curve as it comes down SW Terwilliger.   We are also concerned that relocating the exit will reduce the visibility of traffic from the east. 
 
·         We were hoping to hear the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) explain their thoughts on the intersection relocation at the Aug. 19th hearing, but they did not testify. 

 

Parks, Recreation and Open Space, Objective #8a: Protect Tryon Creek State Park as a regionally significant natural and recreational resource.
 
The Marshall Park Neighborhood Association opposes Lewis & Clark’s proposal to increase the hours of use, proposed lighting and PA system at Huston Field. The Tryon Creek State Park Natural Area and Marshall Park Natural Area provide a valuable wildlife habitat corridor that is getting increasingly stressed by development in the neighborhood and along Boones Ferry Road. Additional night noise, lighting, and traffic will adversely impact wildlife in the area. The MPNA strongly values this natural area component as part of the neighborhood livability.
  
No campus boundary expansion should be approved in this area until the traffic issues and environmental impact can be studied and resolved.
 
Thank you for your consideration of these issues.
 
Mike Charles, Chair, Marshall Park Neighborhood Association.
 
MPNA mailing address: 
    Marshall Park NA, c/o SW Neighborhoods, Inc. 7688 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 97219.
 
MPNA email address:   marshallparkna@yahoo.com
 

Lewis & Clark student housing - FORUM

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Photo Gallery

Marshall Park NA National Night Out 4-Aug-2009

On Tuesday August 4th, Marshall Park Neighborhood Association celebrated National Night Out with its annual picnic in the park. Over 100 neighbors gathered in the park on a lovely evening to feast on hot dogs, tofu dogs, fruit, lemonade and ice cream. Neighbors visited and caught up on local events, to the sounds of a solo violin. We also got the chance to chat with Police Captain Kruger and two other officers who dropped by. The kids had a great time playing in the park, and getting their faces painted. And many people went home laden with prizes from the free raffle. As always, this was a fun event enjoyed by everyone who attended. Our thanks to SWNI for all their support, and kudos to the many volunteers who made this event such a success.


 

Marshall Park Notice Board Work Party 28-Feb-2009

On 28-Feb-2009, over 15 neighbors gathered to celebrate the new Notice Board in Marshall Park.   This board was made possible by a grant from SWNI.   It will be an information center and meeting place for neighbors and park users.   In addition to admiring the sign, the group also pulled blackberries and weeds from the slope around the sign, and replaced them with many native plants, courtesy of Hoyt Arboretum.   Thanks to everyone for pitching in, and enjoying the coffee and donuts!
         

Marshall Park- Winter 2008/09

If you'd like to contribute some pictures of our neighborhood, send them to mpna-webmaster@swni.org

Marshall Park in Summer

MPNA National Night Out 5-Aug-2008

The annual NNO celebration was a rousing success.   Over 70 neighbors gathered for a picnic in the park.    The adults enjoyed the food, information table, raffle, live music, and the chance to 'interrogate' the Chief of Police (yes Chief Sizer dropped in to chat with neighbors).   The kids enjoyed the face painting, the ice cream, and the police ATV's.   A grand time was had by all.  Some neighbors also brought their very well-behaved dogs.  Thank you to all the volunteers and helpers; and also a big thanks to SWNI and "Journeys" restaurant for the raffle prizes.

Spring flowers and blossoms

Marshall Park- Winter 2006/07

Marshall Park in Winter (Thanks to Tricia Knoll for the snow pictures)

Pets Corner

MPNA Pets for the Environment! Ruff! Meow!
Cat promise: we pledge to use our litter trays and not eat birdies. Dog promise: we pledge to poop where our owners can easily scoop. Human promise: we pledge to save the birds and scoop the poop. To immortalize your MPNA pet on this website, send a picture to mpna-webmaster@swni.org  

Murphy:  
Chester: 
Sabile:  
Blanca:
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MPNA National Night Out 7-August-2007

 

Marshall Park January 16th 2007 Snow Day

This morning, with all the snow, it was a perfect day to go out for a walk. Here is the snowy day from Marshall Park, along the trail that goes up from the stream. Not slippery at all today! BBS

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Nature News

*MAY 2010:  Where has the year gone.   The cold spring is finally behind us, and the summer visitors are here.   Including a striking Black Headed Grosbeak at the bird feeder.  And a Golden Crowned Sparrow and cute little chipmunks cleaning up the seed below.   And Swifts and Swallows catching bugs overhead.  And Hermit Thrushes singing in the woods.  Quite nice!
*JUN 2009:  June is busting out all over!   Baby chickadees are flitting around the bird feeder, while baby chipmunks are frolicking down below.   Hummingbirds are buzzing anything with a splash of color, including my red shirt!   And the yards are blooming lovely.   Isn't Summer grand?
*MAR 2009:  Are you being woken up each day by a loud whistling or wheezing noise?  No it's not your spouse.  It's the Varied Thrush.    These pretty orange woodland birds must sense Spring is in the air, as they serenade us every morning.
*JAN 2009:  This afternoon three, probably juvenile, coyotes came around from our back yard, crossed the front lawn and proceded up Broadleaf Drive towards Lancaster.  They all appreared to be the same medium size, and mostly brown.  Perhaps  they are siblings and the progeny of the large male seen by the Owens.  We noticed probable coyote tracks during the recent snow that led up from the small stream at bottom of our property.  Now it looks like they have a trail along the more secluded side of our house.  We are delighted with these wildlife visits.  ~ Kathi & Bill Snouffer.
*DEC 2008:  An Arctic freeze descended on our area.  Your backyard birds need you more than ever.  Keep those feeders full, and thaw out your birdbath with hot water.    Tip- If you feed hummningbirds, use two feeders.  Keep one indoors and then swap it with your outdoor feeder when that one freezes.   You will be saving birds' lives.
*AUG 2008:  Saw a Sharp Shinned Hawk sitting on top of my bird feeder, looking around for any little birdies foolish enough to venture out.  But the birds were too smart, it was as quiet as a graveyard.   Once the hawk left, they all returned.
 
*JUNE 2008:  Chipmunks!    I thought they only lived in the mountains.  Not so.   A family of tiny chipmunks has moved in, and they are happily devouring the seed under my bird feeders.   They are Townsend's Chipmunks.   They like the forests of the valley and coast.    They are very cute indeed.   Watch for them in your yard and in the park.


*MAY 2008: The Black Headed Grosbeaks have returned.   These large black and orange finches enjoy sunflower chips and are regular summer visitors to back yards in our neighborhood.

Saw some Turkey Vultures floating over our neighborhood.   They spend the Winter in warmer climates.  So maybe it's a good sign that they have returned.
 
*FEB 2008: Finally some sunny weather.   Notice how the birds have started singing already.   They can't wait for Spring.  Saw an Anna's Hummingbird - at least one survived our chilly winter. 
*JAN 2008: Not much nature to report over the winter.   Except one neighbor reported a naked jogger.   I don't think we'll add that to our Marshall Park checklist.   But if you do see him again, take a picture for the police.    And our website of course.   Just kidding!!!


OCT 2007: Oh, oh, Junco!   Yes the Juncos are back in force from the mountains.  You'll see them all Winter eating seeds and scratching for bugs on the ground.   Most of the Summer Hummers are gone now, but some Anna's Hummingbirds stay all winter, if you want to keep your feeder up.   But you'll need to stop it from freezing in the frigid weather.  Tip: keep a spare feeder indoors, and swap it with the other one when it freezes.


*SEP 2007: Honk Honk!   Look up.  The Canadian Geese are on the move.  Heading south to warmer areas.
*JUNE 2007: Awwwww, little baby chickadees, very cute!   Chickadees love 'em, people love 'em, cats love 'em.  Keep kitty indoors please.
*MAY 2007: Black-headed Grosbeaks have returned for the summer. A bird checklist is available at Friends of Marshall Park: http://swni.org/page/fomp
*APR 2007: The birds are in full song. They're collecting grass and twigs. Love is in the air!
*MAR 2007: Signs of Spring ... daffodils blooming, birds singing, and a manic sparrow attacking a "rival" (his own reflection) in a glass door.
*FEB 2007: Look for the Varied Thrush - pretty orange with black stripes, looks a bit like a robin, makes a long wheezing call from high in a fir tree.
*JAN 2007: Keep your bird feeders full. TIP: use sunflower chips - birds love 'em and there's no mess.
*DEC 2006: Several healthy looking coyotes have made themselves at home in our neighborhood. They like to help themselves to pet food (and sometimes the pets too, so please keep kitty inside).
*NOV 2006: Two colorful birds have appeared - Townsend's Warbler and Varied Thrush. A Sharp-Shinned Hawk was seen snacking on little brown birdies at a backyard feeder. Over 50 Tundra Swans were seen flying and honking over Marshall Park - cool!
*OCT 2006: Look for mixed flocks of small birds in the fir trees: chickadees, kinglets, creepers. Juncos have returned to our yards, from the higher elevations where they nest. A plague is upon us ... little brown Boxelder Beetles. Crunchy and tasty. Yummm!
*SEP 2006: Vaux's Swifts are gathering overhead, before migrating south.
*AUG 2006: Look for Peewees catching flies from bare branches at the edge of the park.
*JUN 2006: Coyotes heard howling in the park. Keep your cats inside at night! Seen in the park: Pileated Woodpecker, Black Headed Grosbeak, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker.
*MAY 2006: A Northern Flying Squirrel seen nightly on a suet feeder (nocturnal). Seen in the park: Red breasted Sapsucker, Sharp-Shinned Hawk, Bewicks Wren, Golden-crowned Kinglet. Too many moles in my lawn. Grrrr!

 
*APR 2008: Some soggy weather this month, but finally we had a dry weekend at the end of April.  So I went out to get the weeds, but I think the weeds are out to get me!  It's a jungle out there.
* NATURE WALK 15-Mar-08:  A small group gathered in a damp Marshall Park for our second Nature Walk.   This time our quest was to find Trilliums in the park, and there were many to be seen.  They all looked a little small and soggy at this time.   In another week or two they will be large and splendid.    We heard several birds bursting out in spring song.  And we saw a Cooper's Hawk perched watchfully in a tree, looking down at the smaller birds like it was studying the lunch menu.  We learned about the Osoberry bush with leaves that smell like sweet peas.  And the tree spotters identified many native trees, including a few Grand Firs in the park.   There is already a bird list on the Friends web site: http://swni.org/fomp    And we'll be trying to add a Plant and Tree list over time.
*MAR 2008:
 
 

*NOV 2008:  Varied Thrushes and Juncos have returned to our backyards from the mountains, a sure sign of winter.

*OCT 2008:  Hi Marshall Park Neighbors,  Ok, it’s been seen twice so we aren’t imagining it….we have another coyote in the area. It is a rather big one (approx 2ft tall from the tip of it’s ears down) and it doesn’t appear to be too afraid. My brother and sister in law saw it on their way home from our house (we live in the middle of 14th drive) about a week ago and just now my husband saw it this morning on the way to the grocery store. Both times it was sighted right in the middle of Marshall Park. The first time in was on SW Maplecrest Dr. right next to the house that used to have the horse in the pasture. The second time it was right there as well. It was checking out something in a yard right there where Maplecrest Y’s into two streets. When my husband startled it with his car, it ran into the alley (where the old Mercedes used to be parked…I think this property is now for sale). Bob looked into the rearview mirror as he slowly passed and the coyote came back out into the street to continue doing whatever it was up to.   Just wanted to let ya’ll know and to be sure to keep track of your small kids, cats and little pets.  Your neighbors, Deb and Bob Owen 

*SEP 2008:  The leaves are turning wondrous colors.  Hope the wind blows them into my neighbor's yard.  :o)
 
*JULY 2008:  Deer!    Many deer sightings recently in the neighborhood, including a buck, a doe, and at least one fawn.  They seem to like nibbling my marionberries. 

Meeting Minutes

Click on the links below to read the meeting minutes.

MPNA minutes 11-Dec-2008

1. MARSHALL PARK CONDEMNED FOOTBRIDGE:
Susan Meamber, Portland Parks Project Manager for the bridge project, gave us an update on the condemned footbridge in Marshall Park.  A new study including geo technical information came up with two other alternative sites for the bridge, both of them close to the current bridge.   The one closest to the bridge had many advantages (easiest, cheapest, smallest footprint) and the neighbors at the meeting thought this would be a good choice.   Susan will post information on the Portland Parks site so that other neighbors and park users can comment on the new proposed location.   Construction is still planned for Spring 2009, with completion before June 30.    Susan also mentioned that the budget for this bridge has already been approved and is not currently at risk.
2. CRIME REPORT: 
Officer Caspar, our neighborhood liaison police officer, gave us an update on burglaries in the area.   These are daytime briglaries when when people are at work.   One was near 18th and Broadleaf, right here in our neigborhood.   Please be safe -  make sure all doors and windows are securely locked at all times.   And leave lights on when you are away from your home.
3. OPEN POSITIONS: 
Marshall Park Neighborhood Association needs to fill several volunteer positions.   Interest and enthusiasm is all that's needed.  It's very easy.  We need three representatives to attend the monthly meetings of the SWNI committees for Schools, Trails, and Transportation.   Be the voice of Marshall Park at the committee meetings, and then give us a short report on the committee's activies at our MPNA meeting.   If you're interested in any of these please contact the MPNA Chair.

MPNA meeting minutes 13-Nov-2008

1. MARSHALL PARK IMPROVEMENTS PLAN:
Emily Roth from Portland Parks gave us the highlights of the proposed plan...
- This is the first draft; it is a 20 year plan; no specific funding yet (except for the bridge).
- Hikers heading for Tryon Creek will be routed to 11th instead of the lower stream trail.
- A loop trail will be established on the south side of Maplecrest.
- Many trails will be improved; single boards crossing streams will be replaced.
- The access point at the bottom of Maplecrest may be closed.

- Signage and mini-kiosks will be placed at access points.

- Playground equipment will be replaced and moved to higher ground.
- They want to preserve the popular stream trail (North section).
- Steps will be built on the steep trail up to 18th.
- The picnic benches will remain.
- Handicapped parking and access to the cascades trail is being considered.
- Bathroom facilities will be introduced (port-a-potty).
- Maybe a viewing platform near the stream.
2. MARSHALL PARK CONDEMNED FOOTBRIDGE:
Emily gave us an update on the condemned footbridge in Marshall Park.  The decision has been made to build a wood structure, in the middle position just slightly upstream of the current bridge.  There will be a minor slope to the bridge, and it will have an access ramp.   The bridge is funded and the cost estimate is within the budget.  Construction will begin this winter, with completion expected in Spring 2009.
3. CRIME REPORT: 
Officer Caspar, our neighborhood liaison police officer, told us about an increase in burglaries in the area.   They have typically occurred during the daytime when people are at work.   Doors and windows have been broken to gain entry.   Small items (cash, jewellery, checkbooks) seem to be the main target.   Neighbors are reminded to make sure all doors and windows are securely locked at all times.   TIP:  Officer Caspar suggested putting lengths of PVC piping in the window groove to prevent windows being slid open from the outside.

MPNA meeting minutes 9-Oct-2008

Marshall Park Neighborhood Association meeting 9-Oct-2008.
1. Police Officer Caspar, our neighborhood liaison officer came to our meeting.   He gave a review of recent crimes in the area, and offered some crime and safety tips.   There is a new "stinger" speed sign on Taylors Ferry that has proved effective at slowing cars.  Neighbors asked a few questions, and really enjoyed the opportunty to interract with our liaison officer.
2. Stefanie Adams, Crime Prevention Coordinator, gave a presentation on her role, and described the benefits of neighborhood involvement in crime prevention.   Stefanie handed out a list of important phone numbers, which included the Police non-emergency number 503-823-3333.  She spoke about Neighborhood Watches, how they can be formed, and what they can do to make a neighborhood safer.   Neighborhood Watches are typically a block but can be larger or smaller.   Stefanie would be happy to help anyone interested in forming a Nbhd Watch.  Contact her at Stefanie.Adams@ci.portland.or.us
3. Marshall Park Neighborhood Association filled many of its posts for the 2008-2009 year.   There are still opportunities for anyone interested in volunteering some time, such as Schools Rep, Trails Rep, and Transportation.  Anyone interested in being more active with MPNA, please contact Mike at marshallparkna@yahoo.com
4. MPNA has been very fortunate to have received a small grant from SWNI the past two years.  It has helped us with several outreach activities, and our National Night Out event.    We reviewed the status of this years grant.   And discussed ideas and needs for future grant applications. 

MPNA Meeting Minutes 11-Sep-2008

MPNA Meeting 11-Sep-2008:

  • Portland Parks’ Emily Roth will attend the next MPNA meeting on 9th Oct. to present the selected bridge design & location, and also the first draft of the park plan.
  • MPNA will brainstorm some ideas for Kiosk design, so we can discuss this with the Parks Dept as part of the Park Plan.
  • Treasurer report:   We need to collect details of MPNA expenses, donated items, and volunteer hours, for NNO.   Neighbors should send any applicable information to marshallparkna@yahoo.com 
  • Land Use: – A neighbor cut down some trees and was found guilty of an environmental conservation zone violation.  The neighbor will be required to replant trees.     
  •  Crime: – Neighbors are reminded to call 503-823-SAFE if they want to report obscured views and obscured signs, that make driving more hazardous.   Also if you park your car all day near a bus stop, please make sure everything is stowed away out of sight in the trunk. 
  • National Night Out: – The NNO picnic was a rousing success.    Over 70 people attended and had a great time.   A few suggestions to remember next year - start cooking earlier; maybe need a second grill; keep ice cream colder; collect more prizes for raffle. 
  • MPNA volunteers: – Names are being collected for 2008-2009 positions?    If anyone is interested in becoming more involved, please contact the current chair, Mike Charles at marshallparkna@yahoo.com 

MPNA meeting minutes 10-Jul-2008

MPNA Meeting 10-JUL-08 ... PP&R Park and Bridge plans.

This month, the MPNA meeting was held in the open air at Marshall Park.   The entire meeting was handed over to Portland Parks & Rec.  Several PP&R representatives came along to discuss their plans for Marshall Park and replacement of the condemned footbridge.   The event was well attended by around 50 people, including park and trail users from other neighborhoods.
  • PARK PLANNING --- PP&R described the Park Planning process and the schedule.   Habitat, playground, trails, park access, picnic tables, kiosks, signage, and other topics will be considered in the final plan.   They invited feedback on the plans.  Neighbors in attendance were most vocal on the topics of playground and trails.   
  • BRIDGE MATERIALS --- PP&R brought along large charts illustrating the bridge options.  There are several construction alternatives (timber, railcar, concrete, steel).   These are described in detail on the PP&R website. 
  • BRIDGE LOCATION --- PP&R led neighbors on a walk along the creek to show them the three possible  bridge locations.  
  • COMMENTS --- More information is available on the PP&R website.    You can also send in comments and your preference for bridge materials and location.  It's important to do this if you want your voice to be heard.  Comments on the bridge will be accepted until 18-July.   Comments on the Park Plans will be accepted until 28-Aug.
  • WEBSITE --- The PP&R website is www.PortlandParks.org ... click on Projects ... click on Natural Area Projects ... scroll down to Marshall Park ... click on Comment Form
  • WALKS --- PP&R is also leading two walks through the park to discuss the planning process. The public is encouraged to come along to hear the plans and offer feedback.  On Tuesday July 22 there will be a morning walk from 9-11 am.   On Monday Aug 4 there will be an evening walk at 6:30 pm.

MPNA meeting minutes 10-Apr-2008

MPNA MEETING NOTES  10-Apr-2008 

1. SW Police Precinct Campaign:  Wes McConnell, from the Crestwood NA, requested that the MPNA support the SWNI Crime Prevention and Safety Committee, and other SW neighborhoods in asking for a police precinct/mini-precinct or some type of police station be sited in the southwest.   --  Currently we are served by the downtown precinct.  There is also a small office in the Multnomah Arts Center.--  A precinct of any size would require parking, showers, dressing areas, and offices.--  Cost projection for renting such a facility is from $250,000 to $750,000.--  Staff cost would not increase, since officers currently assigned to SW would simply be switching their precinct location.--  Latest redistricting plan will increase the area which SW assigned officers cover, making response times longer. --  Neighbors debated how we could justify asking for such a facility when our crime levels are so low.  --  Motion to write a letter to ask for a new precinct was defeated, 4-3.  However, MPNA will draft a letter to the Police Commanders expressing concern with the size of the new SW district, noting that some think the solution is a new precinct, and asking that call response times be tracked for the next year.   At a mimimum, we would like to keep a community office open, such as the one currently at the Multnomah Center.  

2. Crime & Public Safety--  The usefulness of the Chief's Forum is being challenged.  Citizen participants would like to use the forum to present community policing ideas to the police.--  We need to get in contact with the new police neighborhood liason, to see if he can attend our meetings. 
3. Parks - Maricara Natural Area--   (which borders the SW corner of our neighborhood) got trail planning underway with a public meeting on April 8th.  The Parks and Recreation Bureau asked for local input.  However, since part of the land was purchased with natural area funding, the city's focus is on habitat preservation.  They would like to reduce the number of trails cutting through the park to lessen the disturbance of nesting birds, etc..   In particular they would like to eliminate the central East-West path.  --  The public requested: a variety of dry trails for humans and dogs, including some access to the wetland; benches to facilitate communing with nature and neighbors; an East-West corridor for Jackson students, bikers, and the rest of us (to avoid having to use SW Huber St.).  --  To add your input go to:  www.PortlandParks.org  Click on the Project tab ... Natural Area Projects ... Maricara Natural Area.  --  Parks & Rec will not encourage bike usage of trails in a natural area, but they will talk to PDOT about putting a trail through the undeveloped right of way at the North side of the park.  They will post their trail proposal at the above web site on April 25th.--  The next Maricara Trail Planning meeting, on May 13th, will include a tour of the proposed trail layout. 
4. Parks - Marshall Park --  Marshall Park trail planning will begin in 6 weeks, the first part of June, but the exact date of the first public meeting has not been set.  We've been waiting for this for years!--  The Parks & Rec Bureau has put the Marshall Part footbridge replacement out to four engineering firms for bids.  Our parks representative has been asked to join the current bid review and the future design review process.--  May 8th is the next City budget forum.  MPNA needs to find out if the footbridge replacement still hinges on this next budget, and if so someone needs to be there (and miss our next monthly MPNA mtg.) to make sure that bridge funding is maintained.   
5. History - Our historian contacted a grandson of the Marshall's, who donated the park, and learned about the original dam, swimming pool, and cottage.  --  An Oregonian reporter was contacted, to see if a story on the park would generate more momentum for repairing the bridge.  Looks like they are more interested in doing a story after the bridge is done.  --  Suggestion was made to put history and pictures (if we can get them) on the future kiosk. 
6. Southwest Neighborhood, Inc. (SWNI) News--  Multnomah Village's Centennial will be celebrated in August 2008.  See http://www.multnomahhistorical.com/ for information, volunteer opportunities.--  A SWNI sponsored Candidates Fair will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Multnomah Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy.  
7. Action Plan - we need to create an action plan for our SWNI grant before May 19th (?).  --  First cut would include:  National Night Out, Kiosk & bench building, Friends of Marshall Park workparty support - especially directional signs 
8. Neighborhood Emergency Team (NET) - The Marshall Park NET trained folks are invited to attend the Markham NET group's meetings.   Markham's are at 7 PM, the 2nd Monday of each month (i.e. April 14th), at the Capitol Hill United Methodist Church‎ (2401 SW Taylors Ferry Rd - opposite SW Lancaster). Meetings are in the basement where the daycare is located.  If enough Marshall Park people show up then we might consider organizing our own meetings. 

MPNA meeting minutes 13-Mar-2008

MPNA MEETING NOTES - MARCH 13, 2008

Crime and Public Safety:Funding:  Jan reported that the funding for the neighborhood associations is currently based on previous year’s performance and funded as a contract.  This will be changing to a grant process.  To ensure funding is received, documentation of volunteer hours will be required, i.e. rosters from meetings, individuals involved in work parties, and documentation of how the money was spent. 
Crime:  The Chief’s forum is being reorganized and the next one has been cancelled with no further ones scheduled.  Jan thinks the forum process may have collapsed. 
Liaison Officer:  The officer assigned to the Marshall Park Association has been reassigned.  If the new officer does not begin showing up at meetings, Mike Charles will contact Michael Boyer.  “Mini Precinct”:  A suggestion was made to the Commander for a “mini precinct” in the neighborhood.  He thought it would be a good idea, but he would need several neighborhoods making such a request before it could be taken under consideration.  This “mini precinct” would be staffed around the clock.  The Crestwood association wants to get involved and Mike will contact McMullan regarding attending a meeting.  
 NERT:  The Neighborhood Emergency Response Team officers, who are assigned to work longterm projects in the area are being temporarily being reassigned on a daily basis to assist in the Pearl (Old Town), due to the need for additional officers to deal with the problems arising from the abolition of the drug free zones. 
IVY PULLING:  Neil is struggling to get people to sign in for ivy pulling.  If individuals pull ivy apart from the organized effort, he would still like to have that information. During this discussion, it was acknowledged that a separate meeting needs to be held for Friends of Marshall Park to discuss ivy pulls and kiosks.  Mike will discuss with Margo. 
HISTORY:  Although Mike Duffield had no formal report on history, he did have a tip on getting moles to leave your yard for your neighbors-make strong mint tea and pour it into the mole holes. He did report that stones had been found in Tryon Creek that had been used by the Indians to hole fishing nets. 
LAND USE:  There were no land use items to report, but Karen did report on some opportunities for public involvement.·         Citizen input on how cellular and wireless attachments could be placed in residential, park, and other areas in the City’s streets.·         Advisory members wanted for a committee on Urban land reserves.Karen will set up a page on the website for Volunteer Opportunities. 
NET:  The Neighborhood Emergency Team will be meeting March 17th.  NET is involved in testing neighborhood teams, raising money for the year, and training. 
PARKS:  Margot had informed Mike that the system development charges being paid by developers passed unanimously last week. Mike provided updates on what had transpired since the last meeting in addressing the condemned bridge in Marshall Park.  A subcommittee formed from the last Marshall Park Meeting met and decided to send a letter to the mayor and commissioners prior to the community budget forum.  Karen attended the meeting and reported that the bridge was included in the major maintenance category of the budget request, which is priority number 6.  We do not know the priorities of the items included in the major maintenance category. Karen also provided a drawing and information on the proposed material that was provided by David Dunahugh, an architect in the neighborhood.  Mike will provide this plan to Susan Leander, the project manager assigned to the Marshall Park bridge. Margot also reported that the Marshall Park planning position had been filled and that Margot was taking new park staff on a tour. On another note, there is a meeting scheduled for 04/08 to discuss the trails in Maricara.  Meeting is scheduled for 6:00 pm at the Antioch Christian Fellowship.
 Action items:
  • Mike C will invite ONI to a meeting for more information on funding.
  • Mike C to contact Micheal Boyer, if the new police officer assigned does not begin showing up at meetings.
  • Mike C will contact McMullan requesting him to attending a meeting regarding the “mini precinct”
  • Mike C will check with Margot on getting a meeting scheduled for Friends of Marshall Park.
  • Karen will set up a page on the website for Volunteer Opportunities.
  • Mike C will provide bridge plan to Susan Leander.

 

MPNA meeting minutes 8-Nov-2007

Here is a synopsis of what was discussed at your neighborhood association meeting on Nov. 8, 2007. If items below seem interesting to you or you want to get involved come to the next meeting!  The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday December 13th 6-8 at Capitol Hill School Library. 

OFFICER ELECTIONS:  At the neighborhood meeting in October, elections were held for the board members. Please note that there are two positions that have not been filled, the SWNI rep and Friends of Marshall Park.  Both of these positions are extremely important and are a great way to get involved with shaping policy for SW Portland.                  Election results:       Co-chairs: Jen Seamans Blatner and Mike Charles.      Webmaster: Mike Charles.      Trails: Mike Duffield.     Historian: Mike Duffield.          Parks:  Margot Barnett       Land Use: Karen Bersack.      Secretary: Aimee Polzin.      Schools: Aimee Polzin.      NET: Bruce Watt.     Treasurer/SWNI grant: Bruce Watt.     Transportation: Alex Bogartz.       Crime and Public Safety: Jan Weston;        SWNI Rep: OPEN.       Friends of Marshall Park: OPEN  
What’s happening with development in our neighborhoods?    A developer is proposing a 3 home development at 1452 SW Taylors Ferry Rd. Concerns were raised about which mature trees would be cut down and the plans for the water run-off.  A hearing is scheduled for this property and a member of the group will be attending to confirm that these issues have been addressed in the planning of the development.  If you are interested in having a say in the future of Portland, Tom Potter is seeking volunteers to lend their opinions. The meeting is on Tuesday Nov. 13th from 9:30-11:30 at 1221 SW 4th Ave Room 340 in the City Hall Chambers.    
What’s happening in Marshall Park and other SW parks?    By now many of us have come across the condemned bridge in Marshall Park. Last year money was allotted in the parks budget to replace the bridge, however during cuts that line item was removed. Again the report from the parks committee is that money will not be allotted to fix the bridge. One option might be to have a few agencies work together to give funds for the project. At the next parks budget meeting a member of the group will find out if we will have funding through Portland Parks and Rec. If you are interested in attending that meeting it is scheduled for November 13th, 7 pm at 1510 SE 9th Ave., in the Chelsea Ballroom. The question was raised about the usability of the stone bridge that crosses the creek by the playground area. At this point the long-term plan is to maintain the bridge for historic preservation, but not use it for foot traffic.  Instead, build another bridge next to it for foot traffic.  In other park business, the city of Portland is trying to determine if an increase should occur in the System Development Charges (SDCs).  These are one-time fees assessed on new development to cover a portion of the cost of providing specific types of public infrastructure required as a result of this development. Currently the SDCs cover about 20-26% of the total cost of developing parks and acquiring park property in Portland. This is one of the lowest in the metro area. The proposal is to increase that to 66%, as well as other changes to the current structure. For more information, take part in the community meeting on November 16th, noon- 2:00pm at 1120 SW 5th Ave in the Portland Building room C. The parks committee also wanted to alert neighbors to two other public meetings that we are welcome to attend. On December 6th there will be a parks committee meeting to talk about the SDCs.  On December 12th, there will be a city council hearing where the choice will be made. If you are interested in attending any of these meetings the times and places will be on the website when they are announced.
Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NET):  The NET committee took part in the Topoff  II event last month. Our local members of NET tested the phone tree as well as organized at the staging areas. Currently Marshall Park down not have a NET team, our NET members all under the umbrella of neighboring teams. The question was raised if we wanted to construct our own NET team. This would require more members of our neighborhood to become NET certified. Another suggestion was made to formally define boundaries for which neighboring NET team would serve.  The NET committee will look at all these options and report back at the next next MPNA meeting. Again, if you are interested in becoming a member of the NET, please contact the MPNA at MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com and we will get your name to the appropriate people. Multnomah County is inviting health professionals to become a part of the Multnomah County Health Reserve Corps (HRC). The HRC will be a voluntary unit made up of a wide range of licensed and certified healthcare professionals who will be called upon to assist in the response of a large-scale emergency. If you are interested in getting involved an application can be downloaded at http://www.mchealth.org/hrc or contact Zumana Rios at 503-988-3663 x26115.
WEB NEWS Our webmaster went to the SWNI web group that discusses new improvements to the SWNI website.  Improvements will continue to be made on the user friendliness of the site. If you have any pictures that you want posted on the site email them to the MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com.
GRANT:  Another grant was submitted to SWNI to help sponsor outreach, park improvements, and the National Night out party in the summer. The requested amount for the 2008 grant is $1,550.  If you are interested in seeing a copy of the grant proposal then contact the co-chairs at MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com One line item included in the grant is for planning money to have a kiosk set up in Marshall Park to keep neighbors informed of community events, etc. If you are interested in being apart of the discussions come to the next meeting and get involved!
NATURE WALK:  The first MPNA sponsored Nature Walk will take place Sat. November 10th. These are planned to happen once every season, so every 3 months.  Keep watching your email for notices on future nature walks. Notices for future nature walks will be posted on the MPNA website.                       
DRIVE SLOWLY SIGNS:  Looking for a way to slow down cars in the neighborhood? SWNI is selling SLOW DOWN signs for $15.00. Contact SWNI if you would like to purchase a sign.
NEXT MEETING IS THURSDAY DECEMBER 13TH 6-8 PM AT CAPITOL HILL SCHOOL LIBRARY. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!!

MPNA meeting minutes 8-Mar-2007

1. Community Policing - Officer Deanna Wesson spoke about community policing initiatives. She asked about issues that concern people in the neighborhood. She will return to future meetings so neighbors will get to know our primary contact in the police force.

2. Park Plan - In the next few months, Portland Parks will be creating a plan for Marshall Park. There will be a couple of meetings for public input.

3. Development Issues - Recently some neighbors saw brown sediment in the creek, discharged from a building site. They notified Bureau of Development Services, who issued a violation ticket to the builder. BDS will monitor the site weekly. Well done neighbors!

4. Web Site - The MPNA web site has been redesigned. It is still under the SWNI site. But now it is in a "page" format so we have more control over what is posted on our site, and where the postings appear.

5. Survey - MPNA is preparing a survey to find out what's important to people in the neighborhood. The first draft of the survey was reviewed during this meeting. The final survey will be available on the web, and also by mail.

6. Neighborhood Emergency Team - Three neighbors passed the final exercise and became full-fledged NET volunteers.

7. Letter to the Mayor - MPNA will send a letter to Mayor Potter, in support of the Office of Neighborhood Involvement. Motion by Karen, Second by Margot, carried unanimously.

MPNA meeting minutes 8-Feb-2007

1. FOMP - We discussed park projects. The drinking fountain has not worked for 10 years. It would be too expensive to repair. It will be removed. Plans are under way to repair the picnic table and bench.

2. GRANT - Jen presented a timeline for the grant projects. A draft of the survey will be prepared before next meeting. We will also organize neighborhood coffee gatherings, and nature walks in the park.

3. WEB - It was decided to continue on the SWNI site. It is simple, and would be easy to take over if we lost our webmaster. Many other neighborhoods are doing the same. Also we can share much of the SWNI information, such as NET.

4. NEIGHBORHOOD EMERGENCY TEAMS - There was a meeting of Fire Station 10 NET team on 7-Feb-2007. Local school leaders presented their emergency plans. In Marshall Park, we don't have an obvious staging area. We may have to migrate to the closest staging area in other neighborhoods.

MPNA meeting minutes 11-Jan-2007

1. FOMP - We looked over the draft of the new Stewardship Agreement for Marshall Park. This will define how Friends of Marshall Park, and Portland Parks & Rec., will work together for the good of the park. Later this month, Louise and Mart from PPR will meet with FOMP to review and finalize the agreement. The two groups will also exchange ideas and try to develop a joint work plan.

2. GRANT - The city has awarded MPNA a grant of $2,000 to be used this year. It will mainly be spent on Outreach, Neighborhood Survey, Postcard, Nature Tours, and a new web site. The grant details will be posted on the MPNA web site. MPNA neighbors will also provide many "in kind" hours to implement the activities outlined in the grant. The focus will be on the survey and website in the first part of the year, and then turn to the postcard project and nature tours beginning in the spring.
3. LAND USE - We briefly looked at several new divisions and adjustments in the neighborhood.

4. NEIGHBORHOOD EMERGENCY PLANNING - Six MPNA neighbors took the NET training in December. We learned the importance of being prepared, and hope we can work with other neighbors so that MPNA will be ready in the event of a major disaster. Two MPNA neighbors attended the monthly meeting of the Fire Station 10 NET Team. Much of Arnold Creek and Marshall Park fall in this fire district. Much more to come on this in the future.

5. NEEDED - Volunteers to assist with the outreach activities (postcard and survey) from our grant. Ideas, photos, articles for the web site are encouraged. We also need MPNA representatives for Schools, Trails, and Transportation - meetings are optional for these posts, we just need representation. Anyone interested in helping, please write to marshallparkna@yahoo.com

MPNA meeting minutes 13-Dec-2006

Our meeting was canceled due to the mighty wind storm. We lost a few trees but thankfully we didn't lose any neighbors! Looking forward to seeing everyone next month.

MPNA meeting minutes 9-Nov-2006

1. Friends of Marshall Park: had a very informative walk through the park on November 4th with Portland Parks & Rec (PP&R) staff Mart Hughes & Louise Shorr. We talked about the need for flexible, integrated strategies depending on native plant growth phase, soil moisture and extent of invasive plant infestation. The next steps for the group are to determine goals & strategy to include in the Stewardship Agreement, to be completed by early 2007. At the November MPNA meeting, the members in attendance voted to approve a letter to PP&R on behalf of the Friends of Marshall Park regarding a Master Plan for Marshall Park. Tryon Creek State Park is slated to begin one in July 2007, and it is critical that Marshall Park and other adjacent properties are concurrently planned.

2. Next work party for invasive plant removal: Saturday, December 2nd, 9am; meet at the Marshall Park picnic tables. Great for any student needing community service hours!

3. Grant proposal: Marshall Park will also submit a proposal for the Small Grants Program administered by SWNI. The proposed outreach includes a new website, survey, door knocking, potlucks and monthly Nature Walks in Marshall Park. If you would like to see a copy of the proposal, please email MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com or call 503-246-2434. If approved, there will be many opportunities for volunteers to help throughout 2007 (the grant time period), so please keep MPNA in mind!

4. Capitol Hill Elementary: MPNA voted to endorse a grant proposal by the Capitol Hill PTA to present educational workshops regarding stormwater retrofit options. Involvement of NAs and the community is desired.

5. Bylaws: Articles V-XI (postponed from September when we ran out of time) were amended. Thank you to everyone who commented on them.

6. Volunteers: We still need people to volunteer for the following committees: Land Use, Schools, Public Safety/Problem Solving, Transportation, & SW Trails. Purpose is to connect with other NAs working on similar issues. If you can attend occasional meetings, great, but even staying on top of issues via email would be helpful.

7. Email list: To receive meeting reminders and other announcements (1-2 per month), send a message to MarshallParkNA@yahoo.com.

MPNA meeting minutes 12-Oct-2006

1. REVISIONS TO THE MPNA BYLAWS - We did not have a quorum (7) at this meeting. Revisions to the bylaws will continue at the next meeting.

2. IVY PULL - Three volunteers showed up at Marshall Park on Oct 7 and pulled a humongous load of ivy.

3. FRIENDS OF MARSHALL PARK - A meeting is needed to develop the stewardship agreement between Portland Parks and Friends of Marshall Park. FOMP is being set up as a sub-group of MPNA. A concern was raised that FOMP should not be limited to MPNA residents only. This is a valid concern, that merits further discussion. Next FOMP meeting Nov 4, 9:00 AM at the park picnic tables.

4. BIKE PATH - A bike path is being planned along Taylors Ferry, from Terwilliger to Spring Garden. It is in the early stages of planning. Grant money is available.

5. LITTER - A Neighborhood Response Office might be invited to a future MPNA meeting, for discussion of litter in the park, near the play area.

Get Involved!

Neighborhood Association volunteer positions...

Be active in your neighborhood association.  Be one of our liaisons to Southwest Neighborhoods Inc.   It's easy and does not take much time.   Just attend the SWNI committee meeting once a month, representing our neighborhood.   Then give a brief report at our own MPNA monthly meetings.  

 

If interested in volunteering, please contact marshallparkna@yahoo.com

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FOMMP - Friends of Marshall and Maricara Parks


Welcome to the website for Friends of Marshall and Maricara Parks.    These lovely parks are located in Southwest Portland.   They are mostly natural habitat ideal for hiking or enjoying a peaceful stroll.    The Friends is a group of local neighbors who work together with Portland Parks dept to help keep these parks in top natural condition.    There are occasional workparties to pull invasive species, or to plant native species.   You can also "adopt-a-plot" if you prefer to go it alone and keep a specific area clear of nasties like English Ivy and blackberries.   For more information contact: friendsom2p@gmail.com
 

Marshall Park Bridge Opening & Work Party 20-Feb-2010:   

Over two dozen neighbors and volunteers met on a glorious spring-like day to celebrate the new bridge.    We enjoyed several speakers - Emily from Portland Parks, Margot from FOMMP, and Mike D from MPNA.   Then came the official ribbon cutting.  And we all grabbed shovels and planted native species around the bridge, serenaded by Betsy on her fiddle.   Finally we all enjoyed the free hot drinks and donuts.   Thanks to all who helped put this together.   More details and more pictures at this link: swni.org/marshallparkbridge/workparty  .
 

FOMMP EVENTS:   

Saturday April 24, 2010.  Time 9:00am to Noon.   Work Party in Marshall Park.   Optionally pull Garlic Mustard from roadside with Arnold Creek Nbhd. Assoc.   And reward yourself with a volunteers lunch at Tryon Creek Nature Center from 12:30pm to 2:00pm.
NOTE- if you aren't able to make it to these events, but you still want to help in the parks, or adopt a plot, please contact Margot at friendsom2p@gmail.com
 

THE NEW FOOTBRIDGE IS COMPLETE.   1-Jan-2010

Portland Parks has finished the replacement footbridge in Marshall Park.  The old bridge has been removed and replaced by a beautiful new bridge.  They did a very nice job on this bridge, which park users will enjoy for years to come.  Here is a picture of the new bridge.  More pictures can be seen at:  http://swni.org/FOMP/Bridge

FROZEN STREAM IN MARSHALL PARK - December 2009:   

More pictures at  http://swni.org/FOMP/MarshallPark/Winter0910

 

  PORTLAND PARKS PLANS:
Maricara Park plan ....    http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/index.cfm?a=196330&c=47198
Marshall Park plans and pedestrian bridge site map ....    http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/index.cfm?c=47681&

 NEW NOTICE BOARD IN MARSHALL PARK - SPRING 2009:

http://swni.org/mpna/notice_board_work_party

 

WORK PARTIES:
 
Individuals who want to volunteer for invasive plant removal or other stewardship activities should contact Margot at friendsom2p@gmail.com    We will post scheduled events on the website, but there are other ongoing opportunities to volunteer in addition to scheduled events. 
We are happy to accommodate groups who want to volunteer for service and will schedule a work party to accomodate their needs if possible.
Bring gloves, water, energy, smiles.   It's OK to hate ivy!  All welcome.

FOMP Information:

 

 
 

Marshall Park Bridge - Official Opening and Work Party

Saturday 20-Feb-2010 was a glorius spring-like day. Perfect weather for over two dozen neighbors and volunteers who met in Marshall Park to celebrate the new footbridge. We gathered at the bridge to hear from several speakers. Emily Roth from Portland Parks walked us through all the various stages of budget, design and construction that led to the actual bridge.  Margot Barnett from Friends Of Marshall & Maricara Parks, talked about the role of FOMMP and MPNA, working with the Parks Dept.  And Mike Duffield from Marshall Park NA, told us all about the history of the park and its former residents. Margot from FOMMP "cut the ribbon" and the bridge was formally opened.
 
Then it was time for work. The Parks Dept had brought along over 60 containers of native plants. They also brought plenty of gloves and shovels. So we all dug in, literally, and planted these native species at the little flags indicated by the plant experts. While we were digging, Betsy Weston serenaded the workers, with some lively tunes on her fiddle.
 
Finally the group was rewarded with coffee, hot chocolate, donuts, and bagels. Courtesy of MPNA and SWNI.   A big thank you to all who helped organize this event. And also thanks to all who came along and participated and enjoyed a pleasant morning in the park.
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maricara Park Photo Gallery


 

 

 

 

Marshall Park Bridge Construction

In 2009, the footbridge over the stream in Marshall Park was condemned for safety reasons.    The City of Portland is building a replacement bridge at the same site.    Here are some pictures of the construction.
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MARSHALL PARK WINTER 2009-2010

Photos of Marshall Park in the Winter 2009-2010.
The frozen stream during the big freeze of December 2009...

 

Marshall Park Winter 2008/09

Winter descended with a fury in December 2008.  Marshall Park neighbors were able to enjoy the wintry splendor of the park...

Work Parties at Marshall and Maricara Parks

Work Parties are organized by Friends Of Marshall and Maricara Parks.   Groups or individuals who want to volunteer for invasive plant removal or other stewardship activities should contact friendsom2p@gmail.com 

Roland and John removing blackberry sprouts ... 
 
Neil using a weed wrench to take out a small holly ... 

Birds of Marshall & Maricara Parks


__ Great Blue Heron
__ Wood Duck
__ Mallard
__ Sharp-shinned Hawk
__ Cooper's Hawk
__ Red-tailed Hawk
__ Band-tailed Pigeon
__ Mourning Dove
__ Great Horned Owl
__ Western Screech Owl
__ Barred Owl
__ Vaux's Swift
__ Anna's Hummingbird
__ Rufous Hummingbird
__ Red-breasted Sapsucker
__ Downy Woodpecker
__ Northern Flicker
__ Pileated Woodpecker
__ Western Wood Pewee
__ Steller's Jay
__ Scrub Jay
__ American Crow
__ Tree Swallow
__ Violet-green Swallow
__ Barn Swallow
__ Black-capped Chickadee
__ Chestnut-backed Chickadee
__ Red-breasted Nuthatch
__ Brown Creeper
__ Bewick's Wren
__ Winter Wren
__ Golden-crowned Kinglet
__ Ruby-crowned Kinglet
__ Hermit Thrush
__ American Robin
__ Varied Thrush
__ European Starling
__ Cedar Waxwing
__ Yellow Warbler
__ Yellow-rumped Warbler
__ Townsend's Warbler
__ Yellowthroat
__ Wilson's Warbler
__ Western Tanager
__ Spotted Towhee
__ Song Sparrow
__ White-crowned Sparrow
__ Dark-eyed Junco
__ Black-headed Grosbeak
__ Brewer's Blackbird
__ Brown-headed Cowbird
__ Bullock's Oriole
__ House Finch
__ Pine Siskin
__ American Goldfinch
__ Evening Grosbeak

FOMMP - Meeting Minutes

Friends Of Marshall & Maricara Parks - Past Meetings and Minutes.
Saturday January 23, 2010.    FOMMP meeting at Lucky Lab in Multnomah.   To make plans for the upcoming bridge event and other plans for this year.   The group met to plan future activities, including the bridge celebration on 20-Feb, trail improvements, trail maps, bird lists, park signs, and Adopt-A-Plot.

Saturday February 20, 2010.    MARSHALL PARK BRIDGE CELEBRATION.   Ceremonial opening of the new footbridge in Marshall Park.   Over two dozen people attended.    Speakers talked about the history of the park, and the process of building the bridge.   Portland Parks brought over 60 containers of native plants.   Volunteers "dug in" and planted them in the area of the bridge.  Finally everyone enjoyed free hot drinks and snacks from MPNA and SWNI.  

Marshall Park Bridge Meeting 14-Feb-2008

MARSHALL PARK BRIDGE MEETING  -  14-Feb-2008.  

Portland Parks Dept came to the Marshall Park neighborhood meeting to discuss the condemned footbridge in Marshall Park.  This bridge is part of the most popular trail in the park.  It crosses the stream leading up to the cascading falls which is the most beautiful area of the entire park, and one of the prettiest natural spots in the city.     

It was a very lively MPNA meeting, and very well attended.   Kathy Murrin, Louise Shorr, and Mart Hughes attended from Portland Parks.  And other interested groups were also represented - Tryon Creed Watershed Council, SWNI Trails, and Collins View Nbhd. 

The parks representatives told us that there are no funds nor specific plans at present.   They had asked for $75,000 in the budget to build a new bridge but it was not approved by the council.   So now they will be trying to get emergency funds approved, for reasons of public safety and degradation of the stream which is a feeder for Tryon Creek.   It is not known what chance this has of succeeding.

We are getting organized to help any way we can.   There is a new Marshall Park Bridge Committee who will meet to discuss ideas and make plans.   This park is not just a neighborhood park, it belongs to everyone.  So we hope other neighborhoods and park users will help us in our efforts to get this bridge replaced, so the public can once again enjoy one of the best natural places in the city.  

Anyone interested in helping please send an email message to marshallparkna@yahoo.com

Or check the following websites for updates:

Marshall Park Neighborhood Association   http://marshallpark.swni.org

Friends Of Marshall Park:  http://swni.org/fomp

FOMP meeting minutes 5-Apr-2007

Friends of Marshall Park Meeting - April 5, 2007, Papaccino’s Coffee House
In Attendance: Karen B, Dan M, Jan W, Jen SB, Neil B, Margot B, John G, Mart H (PP&R)

[FoMP briefly discussed Lincoln HS/Gabriel field scoreboard issue; Margot received feedback that SWNI Parks should advocate for new/similar look scoreboard; Lincoln/baseball league assumption of installation, maintenance & upkeep to minimize impact on Parks budget; also preference that a scoreboard maintain a low profile in character with the hybrid park.]

1. STEWARDSHIP AGREEMENT
- purpose: not contract - ID mutual targets/goals
- can evolve with changing priorities; baseline - can add later
- help determine work priorities

Motion: Authorize Roland Brady to sign SA on behalf of the Friends of MP:
1 -JSB, 2- MB
passed unanimously

- relationship to forthcoming planning process: largely outside (park projects that are impacted by process will be delayed until plan is completed), although there will be opportunity for involvement, and planning committee will have volunteer participation - help determine community values. Projects that will (likely) follow after planning process: posting signage; bridge - PP&R desired action is to take usage off, replace with wider bridge downstream

2. REVIEW DRAFT DFC

Desired Future Conditions document looks at expected plant community composition (barring major disturbance) 100-200 years out. Document intent is to take note of naturally evolving plant communities and serial succession - realizing that this will change after 100-200 years (cedar prevalence; grand fir to hemlock dominance).
--> Natural area management goals include taking out invasives, while also maintaining the integrity of natural serial processes
--> Look at creek system as separate unit (different plant associations); former basketball court = alder/ash alliance

Alliances: within associations, there are descriptions of canopy coverage - therefore even if a particular species is not present, we can still manage

3. WORK PLAN (ADDENDUM TO STEWARDSHIP AGREEMENT)

Management units - ranking key:

1 - highest priority, goal is to accomplish eradication of invasives, many areas almost done/need to complete, many are second or third pass.
(Units: 1, 3, 4, 7 - FoMP work priorities; 9, 14 also ranked ‘1’ but target later)

2 - medium priority (possible FoMP roles: 8 - future erosion control planting, 13 - mulch Nike plantings)

3 - lowest priority due to level of infestation, terrain, or plans for chemical intervention. (Mart: Unit 5 holly/laurel treatment; 6 possible ivy treatment; 9, 10 also candidates for chem intervention. Cliff, piece on creek that abuts 18th in unit 8, north end of 18th.

FOMP TENTATIVE WORK PLAN 2007
1, 3 - systematic (e.g. walk through shoulder to shoulder) manual removal of suckers and re-sprouts of holly, laurel, ivy. Use of weed wrench if/as needed.
4, 7 - no understory - park entrance & old basketball. Remove invasives.
8 - future plantings
13 - mulch Nike plantings

MART TARGET AREAS, NO FOMP WORK PLANNED
5 - cut holly w/chainsaw, garlon on stumps, left smaller stuff; pretty hammered in ivy - FoMP d/n prioritize now; unit 6 - heavy ivy infection; units 9, 10 also candidates for chem intervention. Also possible work on 8.

4. SATURDAY WORK PARTY
Continue systematic removal of resprouts on units 1, 3.

MPNA Bylaws

Click this link to see the Marshall Park Neighborhood Association Bylaws.   
MPNA-bylaws.pdf