6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance AGENDA WENA Board Reports Community Announcements Reiche School Remodel Update with Emily Figdor, Portland School Board, District 2. Community Policing Report Public Announcements Chris Branch, Director of Public Works … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche School2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Mayor Strimling, Councilor Spencer Thibodeau, City Manager Jon Jennings, and City staff will be available to discuss neighborhood issues and answer questions from the public. These meetings are your chance to meet … Continued
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Ian Jacob, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Barb DeSerresOfficers absent: Christian BisimwaOthers present: Christine McHale, Pat Shutts, Andrew Butcher, Cheryl Anderson, Scott Tilson, Kent Redford, Steve Graef, Dick Stevens, … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance AGENDA Community announcements Halloween Parade, Wynne Wirth Update on air quality assessment, Andrew Butcher Topic: Urban Wildlife Kent Redford, conservation scientist WENA/WPNA CANDIDATE FORUM: … Continued
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Leana Goode Simpson, Barb DeSerres, Ian JacobOfficers absent: Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van DussenOthers present: 25 attendees (sorry, no sign up sheet was passed around!) The meeting was called to … Continued
Through the first One Climate Future survey, over 675 respondents shared their concerns, priorities, and ideas when it comes to climate change and taking climate action. And the survey says…people in Portland and South Portland are taking climate change seriously! 79% of … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Ensuring continuing community space at Reiche One Climate Future updates Updates on action on VOC emissions from tank farms in South Portland Meeting affordable housing challenges in Portland Status … Continued
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Bryan Van Dussen, Leana Goode Simpson, Barb DeSerresOfficers absent: Ian JacobOthers present: Espahbad Dodd, Landis Gabel, Peter Hall, Holly Hoffman, Christine McHale, Martha Parshley, Eleanor Prior, Amit … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements Update on City Council meeting on homeless shelter sites Update on efforts to assess air quality in Portland and South Portland WENA Picnic August 14 One Climate Future … Continued
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim SuttonOfficers absent: Barb DeSerres, Leana Goode Simpson, Ian Jacob, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne WilliamsOthers present: Arlen Acize, Sarah Colton, Espahbad Dodd, Dominique Gabel, Landis Gabel, Peter Hall, Holly Hoffman, Christine … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements City Council vote on homeless shelter sites May 20 WENA community picnic August 14 Community assistance to New Mainers and others in the West End: St. Lukes Church … Continued
COME GROW THE PARK! SATURDAY, APRIL 2710 AM to 4 PM We’ll be: PLANTING peach trees, cherry trees, beach plums and service berry CREATING A MEADOW MAKING AN HERB GARDEN GRAFTING pear trees Come to the corner of York and … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements Damon Yakovleff: Proposal for soil testing for lead in home gardens in Portland WENA in the parks: Clark St. Community Garden Clark St. Park Harbor View Park … Continued
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 4-10-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams Board Members Absent: Christian Bisimwa, Barb DeSerres Others present: Elissa Armstrong, Sarah Colton, Espahbad … Continued
Saturday April 13, 2019 Donate an hour of your time and a City of Portland trash bag.Help get the neighborhood ready for Spring! **** If you need a bag or gloves we’ll give them to you, plus a tasty treat … Continued
Wednesday April 3 at 6:30Reiche School Auditorium166 Brackett S Currently there are 3 sites under consideration for the 150 bed shelter being planned for Portland One is at 441 Commercial St, between Park St. and Harbor View Park, at the site known as … Continued
You’re invited to The Children’s Nursery School’s Open House on Friday, April 5th from 10AM to 12PM at 159 State Street (The State Street Church), Portland, ME. Please visit their website for more information. See their flyer below:
During our WENA’s March 2019 meeting, Emily Figdor, District 2’s current School Board representative, presented Portland Public School’s Budget Priorities. Please find the full presentation here: If you would like to download and/or print a copy, please do so here. … Continued
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 3-13-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present (7): Barb DeSerres, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons,Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Bryan Van DussenBoard members absent (3): Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-Simpson, Gwynne WilliamsOthers present (12): Sarah Colton, Emily … Continued
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 2-13-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Christian Bisimwa Others present: Elissa Armstrong, Espahbad … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community policing discussion Community announcements Volunteer opportunities through Opportunity Alliance Update on Andrews Square Project School Budget Emily Figdor, District 2 School Board Representative Catherine Morrill Day Nursery Lori … Continued
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 1-9-19, Reiche Community Room CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Open forum rescheduled from 1/9 Raise a question Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West End life Community announcements
West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Minutes Wednesday, 12-12-18 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen. Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams Others … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Open forum for the new year Raise a question Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West End … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Welcoming winter wildlife with Doug Hitchcox of Maine Audubon Announcements
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 November 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barb DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Board members absent: Gwynne … Continued
The West End Neighborhood Carolers will be out this year on Sunday, December 23, wandering through the streets spreading good cheer. We hope you’ll join us by meeting at the Clark Street side of the Reiche Community Center around 4:45-4:50 … Continued
Join us at the Children’s Nursery School for their 43rd Annual Grand Bazaar and Silent Auction! Here’s their poster:
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Neighbors: November is annual meeting month for WENA. We’ll have a brief business meeting to include election of some new board members, after which we’ll enjoy a … Continued
Major topics covered at monthly meetings* Open forum soliciting community members’ ideas for meeting topics of interest Sustainability issues/LED light installation with Spencer Thibodeau and Troy Moon West End Parks and Gardens Dept. of Public Works matters: recycling/trash; sidewalks/shoveling Public … Continued
SATURDAY – NOVEMBER 10. 9 – 3 pm Benefiting the Resident Escrow Fund —featuring— +RESIDENT ART SHOW & SALE+ Plus: RAFFLES & 50/50 HOLIDAY CRAFT DECOR CENTERPIECES-WREATHS ORNAMENTS-KNIT GOODS SWEET FOOD-BOOKS-PLANTS WHITE ELEPHANT SALE JEWELRY MORE! Located at 75 State … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 10 October 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Gwynne Williams Others … Continued
On Saturday, October 13, 2018, come join Friends of Harbor View Park and the West End Neighborhood Association for the Fall Work Day at Harbor View Park. Stop by anytime from 10:00AM to 4:00PM. After a great summer of cherries, … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion All things Department of Public Works-related Christopher Branch, Director Note: Mr. Branch was scheduled to meet with us in May but an unexpected City-related responsibility … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 12 September 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons Others present: David Argitis, Elissa Armstrong, Joey Brunelle, Chaning Capuchino, Sarah Colton, Joel … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 13 June2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion City of Portland’s recommendation for a new Homeless Services Center Michael Sauschuck, Assistant City Manager Rob Parritt, Director of Oxford Street Shelter Community announcements … Continued
Event: Portland Climate Action Team / WENA 2018 Community Workshop Dates: September 19-26, 2018 Venue: Maine Irish Heritage Center, Gray Street Commitment: 4 hour shifts, either morning or afternoon Skills Needed: None – you’ll be trained to assemble the inserts … Continued
Join your neighbors on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 at 5:30PM in Harbor View Park for WENA’s annual Picnic in the Park! Please bring a favorite dish to share with the group. WENA will provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. If … Continued
July 2-7 – All Week Long 75 State Street Portland July 6, 5-8pm – First Friday Art Walk July 7, 9-12noon – Art Show & Sale Daily Events – Special Lectures Exciting $1 Raffles – 50/50s See all details on … Continued
Join Portland Parks and Recreation “Play Specialists” as they visit a park near you! They’ll have fun stuff with which to play and they’ll also have fun stuff to do. It’s free and open to the public – just stop … Continued
Kids under 18 years old swim FREE at Reiche Pool! June 25th – August 11 th Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 1:00-3:00 Tuesday and Thursday 1:30-3:30 anyone less than 4 feet tall and/or under 7 years must be accompanied in the … Continued
FREE FOR KIDS 0-18 years old at Reiche School MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 12:00-1:00 Starts Monday, June 25th Ends Friday, August 17th For more information, call Sarah 780-0495 ***Free Swim also starts on June 25th at Reiche Pool***
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Public transportation developments Representatives from METRO/Greater Portland Transit District Community announcements Little Seafolk Festival at Maine Irish Heritage Center Art history lecture at 75 … Continued
Lecture: June 13th, 6:15-7:15pm Arlene Palmer Schwind, Curator of Victoria Mansion, will present an illustrated talk about her fascinating research on Guidicini, the artist who was responsible for the astonishing wall and ceiling paintings of Victoria Mansion. From his training … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 May 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams Board members … Continued
The first annual Little Sea Folk Festival is happening in Portland’s beautiful West End on June 30 at the Maine Irish Heritage Center and your whole family is cordially invited! Festival go-ers will be able to experience workshops, performances, dance … Continued
The Portland Climate Action Team and the West End Neighborhood Association are once again sponsoring a Window Dressers Community Workshop this fall to build affordable, efficient window inserts. Window Dressers is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to helping Maine residents … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Sidewalks/shovelling; trash/recycling; and lighting Christopher Branch, Director, Department of Public Works and staff Community announcements Friends of Western Promenade and more…
Join your neighbors at the Edible Hillside at Harbor View Park for the Spring Planting event at April 29th from 10AM to 4PM. More details to come, but in the meantime, check out this article in the West End News.
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 April, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen Board members absent: Liz Parsons, Gwynne … Continued
An Irish Heritage Center Presentation at Seventy Five State Street “THE IRISH CATHEDRAL” 6:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Gray Street Entrance 75 State St, Portland, ME Learn more about SFSS’s closest neighbor, the Irish Cathedral. The speaker … Continued
This year we’re trying a different approach to our annual spring clean-up: it’s more flexible and focused on the places we frequent every day. When: Saturday, 21 April Where: Throughout the West End How: Gather a few neighbors and choose … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion West End public parks and gardens Updates on a variety of projects with Jeff Tarling, city arborist, and others Community announcements
Seventy Five State Street presents the annual Spring Festival. Friday, April 6, 5-8pm First Friday Art Walk Art Show & Sale Resident Art Exhibits Resident Reception- meet the artists! Entertainment Refreshments Exciting Raffles & 50-50s Saturday, April 7, 9am-3pm Spring … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing Discussion Remembering Nina Sachs Contributions to Maine Medical Center for a collective gift from WENA in Nina’s honor will be accepted Early Education Support for … Continued
Major topics covered at monthly meetings* In-depth conversation with City Councilor, Spencer Thibodeau Portland’s comprehensive planning process In-depth conversation with Cumberland County DA, Jennifer Ackermann City and School Department financial processes Parks, gardens, and open spaces Resources for renters Reiche … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, February 14, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Nina, Sachs, Bryan Van Dussen Others … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing discussion Sustainability and Transportation Priorities for 2018(Councilor Spencer Thibodeau) LED lighting conversion (Troy Moon) Announcements Next meetings: 14 March – Early childhood education supports 11 … Continued
Take time to breathe, stretch, and strengthen your body in this gentle Kripalu Yoga Class. Defined as the yoga of compassionate self-awareness, Kripalu yoga gives us a chance to tune info our body’s needs, and moves in ways that honor … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, January 10, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Liz Parsons, Nina Sachs, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dusen, Gwynne Williams Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Ian … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion A new year’s open forum: Raise a question or two Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West … Continued
WENA and The Locker Project are co-sponsoring a food drive on behalf of Reiche school children. According to the School District’s Food Security Task Force, 1 out of 2 Portland school-aged children is food insecure. Please join us in helping … Continued
For more information, checkout this PDF describing where Maine Medical Center will allow people to park during a parking ban during Winter 2017 / 2018:
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Neighbors: We are delighted that Councilor Spencer Thibodeau has recovered from appendicitis! His postponed District 2 meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, 13 December, 6:30 to 8:00 … Continued
Due to conflicts of schedule, we are postponing the Traffic Box Project meeting tonight (11/29) until sometime after the new year. If you’re interested in this project, you can learn more here.
We will be elaborating, sharing, and thinking about our designs for the five traffic boxes that we’ll be repainting in the Spring of 2018. Clifford Tremblay will have a map sample to critique as a group. Remember, you do not … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none Others present: Channing … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Minutes of our October meeting may be found here. A draft year-in-review statement may be found here. Please join or renew your membership in WENA ($5/individual or $10/household) by clicking here. … Continued
In May 2017, the West End Neighborhood Association applied for a grant from Portland Trails for a community-building project. The project we proposed for painting traffic boxes (trafos) in our neighborhood was awarded $1,000. We are very grateful for Portland … Continued
Reiche Community Center 2nd floor, Clark Street entrance Candidates for At-large City Council seat: Joey Brunelle Jill Duson (incumbent) Bree LaCasse Please submit questions for candidates only to hello@wenamaine.org. Click here to view a sample ballot with full wording of municipal referenda questions. Representatives for opposing … Continued
On Tuesday, 31 October the 35th Annual West End Halloween Parade will start gathering at 5:30pm at the Reiche School playground (166 Brackett St.). Paraders will begin assembling on Brackett at 6:05.Marching will begin at 6:15pm sharp and finish around 7pm. Click here for a map of the parade route. Please consider … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, October 11, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none Others … Continued
Please join us next Wednesday, October 18th at 6:30PM in the Reiche Community Room for an neighborhood kick-off meeting to design and paint a handful of traffic boxes in the West End. We will cover the process going forward, the … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Please join and/or renew your annual membership by clicking here. We are also welcoming nominations for a few seats on our 2018 board of directors. FMI email hello@wenamaine.org. Minutes of … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, September 13, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none … Continued
Through the month of November 2017, the City of Portland will continue its fall curbside leaf bag collection program (November 1st – November 30th). IMPORTANT! – The leaves MUST be in large, paper biodegradable leaf bags that can be purchased … Continued
We are making steady progress thanks to the effort of many individuals and organizations – thank you all! In July we planted six American Chestnut seedlings just up from Commercial St. at the western end of the Park under the … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Liz Parsons, Ian … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance ***September is the time to renew WENA memberships. Dues are $5/individual; $10/family; $25/affiliate organization. Learn more and even pay online by clicking here.*** Community policing discussion Reiche Community … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing updates and discussion Resources for renters Recycling news from EcoMaine Community announcements Minutes of our May meeting are here: www.wenamaine.org Next meetings: July – none; August – annual … Continued
A successful, satisfying and fun day thanks to our nineteen volunteers and perfect weather! WHERE? At the top of the park, a site to the right of the stairs, overgrown with grass, shrubs and Japanese knotweed (an invasive plant … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, May 10, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Clifford Tremblay Others present: Dave … Continued
Harborview Park clean-up Saturday, 6 May, 9:00 to 11:00 AM Meet at the Park on the York Street side. Trash bags and gloves will be supplied. As time permits, we’ll patronize one of our local coffee shops afterwards. Please join … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Cassie Graham … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. [accessible via elevator on Clark Street side entrance] Neighborhood Watch City fiscal year 2017-18 budget processes Guests: Brendan O’Connell and Alicia Gardiner Community announcements Maine Yoga Kids and Rosemont Nursery … Continued
KEEP THE HEAT INSIDE The West End Neighborhood Association (WENA), in partnership with the Portland Climate Action Team (PCAT), and our team of Portland volunteers will make 500 Window Dressers insulating window inserts for homes in Portland, and particularly the West … Continued
Mature drivers can minimize their risks on the road through physical conditioning, travel planning, defensive driving and choosing a vehicle that meets their needs. This AAA Driver Education Program is a 4 hour class designed for drivers 55 and older … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (treasurer), Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw (secretary), Clifford Tremblay … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. **In the spirit of traditional Maine town meetings, we will have a soup and bread supper together. Please bring a pot of your favorite soup, a loaf of bread, or … Continued
The City of Portland is urging landlords to apply for lead hazard program funds to increase child safety in apartments.
Below are the results from the West End Community Action Network – Aging in Place survey results. In addition, this article in the West End News summarized the results. Here is a PDF version to print and / or to share with … Continued
Due to the weather, the scheduled meeting tonight at Reiche Community Room is postponed. Stay tuned for a rescheduled time.
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 February 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (treasurer), Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw (secretary), Clifford Tremblay … Continued
Checkout a draft version of Portland’s Comprehensive Plan before tomorrow’s meeting. Christine Grimando, Senior Planner, will be joining us to outline the document and answer any questions and/or concerns. See you there!
In the late afternoon of a sloppy, drizzly January 24th, the Portland Planning Board held a workshop in City Hall Council Chambers on the proposed zoning text amendments for the Waterfront Port Development Zone (WPDZ) along West Commercial Street. This … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. Neighborhood Watch Portland’s Comprehensive Planning Process – Here is a draft version. Christine Grimando, Senior Planner Community Announcements Next meetings: 8 March: Potluck soup & bread supper; Conversation about community … Continued
These links were sent from Basak Alkan, the Senior Urban Designer for the Maine Medical Expansion Project, and Penelope St. Louis, the lead liaison for the Maine Medical Center Expansion Team. They want these links to be shared with the … Continued
Check our calendar to stay up to date on all of WENA’s happenings! Mon. – 1:15-3:15 p.m. – Crafternoon – You’re invited to bring your own project and come share conversation, inspiration and a hot cup of tea with your … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 January 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (Treasurer), Cassie Graham, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Pamela Shaw (secretary), Board members absent: Ian Jacob, Clifford … Continued
Happy 2017 District 2! I am wishing all of you the happiest New Year! 2016 brought a ton of changes to our City and I cannot wait to see what 2017 has in store for the District. 2017 Committees. In … Continued
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. [N.B.Clark Street side entrance and new elevator are now open.] Neighborhood Watch Conversation with City Councillor Spencer Thibodeau about the year ahead Announcements
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 December 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president)1 … Continued
December 14, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors, Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Announcements WENA By-Laws: Proposed Changes See important information below WENA Board Elections See important … Continued
Caroling practice – Wed. 12/14 at 5:00 in the Reiche Community Room Caroling in the West End takes place on Sun. 12/18 from 5-6 p.m. Meet at the Clark Street Entrance to Reiche at 4:45 to get your song book. … Continued
Current adult activities offered at Reiche Community Room (166 Brackett Street – Upstairs): Crafternoon! (Mondays, 1:15 – 3:15 PM) – You’re invited to bring your own project and come share conversation, inspiration and a hot cup of tea with your West End … Continued
November 9, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Dana Fischer, Residential Program Manager at Efficiency Maine Presentation Board Member Announcements Maine Medical Center Expansion Update … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 November 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Ian Jacob (president), Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Wells Lyons; Chip … Continued
Below you will see a link to a survey for people over 50 living in the greater West End, including Parkside, St. John Valley, West End and Western Prom. The survey was created by WECANAIP, a small group of volunteers … Continued
Please join us for an evening with Portland Council and State candidates. Candidates will give introductory statements and then we’ll have audience Q & A’s. The League of Women Voters will give a presentation of the ballot issues. Refreshments will be … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 12 Oct 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud; Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Wells Lyons; … Continued
Leaves MUST be placed in large, paper biodegradable leaf bags that can be purchased at most hardware stores and some grocery stores. Simply place your bagged leaves out on the curb on your normal trash pickup day during the dates … Continued
October 12, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Swim for Life Update Harbor View Park Maine Medical Center Expansion Update Reiche Activities Member … Continued
Portland Recreation will be hosting Haunted City Hall on Saturday, October 29th starting at 6PM and they need volunteers! If you are interested in helping, please read this PDF and contact Rob Mattes.
Please join WENA and WPNA at a joint meeting for the proposed cold storage facility development project at the International Marine Terminal on West Commercial Street. The meeting will include a presentation by Americold describing the project, an open forum for questions … Continued
Members of the Maine Nordmenn lodge of the Sons of Norway have rehabilitated the non-seaworthy 19’ sailboat (originally built at the Sample shipyard in Boothbay) into a Viking Ship! This impressive craft will be visiting Congress Square Park on Leif Erikson Day, … Continued
Join us on October 16 for a beautiful 5 kilometer run (jog or walk) through Portland’s scenic West End neighborhood at the peak of the fall season. The Reiche International 5K supports Maine’s most ethnically diverse school, Reiche Community School, … Continued
Come join Ed King, Rosanne Graef and all your friends from Congress Square Park for a look at 50 years of hits, misses and crazes – get out your blue suede shoes, high-heeled sneakers and let’s do a little dance!
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 September 2016 Reiche Community Room Officers and Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Chip Martin, Michel Michaud (acting secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members … Continued
WENA September 14 Meeting Agenda September 14, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Reports and Announcements Ranked Choice Voting Presentation by … Continued
Due to rain last Wednesday (8/10/16), this event replaces the previously planned picnic. Please Join Us for Our Annual WENA Picnic in the Park! All are Welcome! Bring your favorite dish to share. We’ll provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. Bring … Continued
Due to the (much needed) rain and resulting wet ground, the WENA Picnic tonight is canceled. The picnic will occur on the rain date August 17, 6:30 – 8:00PM. A reminder will be sent out early next week.
Please Join Us for Our Annual WENA Picnic in the Park! All are Welcome! Bring your favorite dish to share. We’ll provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. Bring a chair or blanket too! Clark St Park is located on the … Continued
Cultivating Community and WENA invite you to help plant perennial flower border. Come lend a hand weeding, trimming and mulching the beautiful flower beds that surround your lovely garden plots. We will provide delicious food and drinks to enjoy while we talk about … Continued
Tilson, a local technology company here in Portland, is administering a study to gauge Portland residents’ and business owners’ views of their current Internet service and what they would like to see improved. The study is aimed at providing information to … Continued
Last year WENA was able to get a garden plot in the Clark Street Community Garden. We have it again this year! WENA will donate the harvest to the Locker Project which helps feed food in-secure kids in Maine. We can’t do … Continued
Join us for a beautiful 5 kilometer run (jog or walk) through Portland’s scenic West End neighborhood at the peak of the fall season. The Reiche International 5K supports Maine’s most ethnically diverse school, Reiche Community School, by funding enrichment … Continued
Members of the community are invited to hear recent survey results, ask questions, and share ideas for Portland’s future.
Members of the community are invited to hear recent survey results, ask questions, and share ideas for Portland’s future.
20% of all pre-tax sales will go to the Neighborhood Association. Let your server know you are there to support St. John Valley Neighborhood Association.
Come celebrate the longest day of the year and the changing of the season. Monday, June 20th, anytime after 5:00pm at 44 Carleton St. Rain or shine. Pot luck, so bring some goodies to share.
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 June 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Wells Lyons; Michel Michaud; … Continued
WENA May Meeting Agenda June 8, 6:30–8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Reports and Announcements Irish Heritage Center Presentation West End Living- Open Discussion … Continued
Gardeners: have you got too much bee balm and no bearded iris? Would-be gardeners: are you just beginning and don’t know thyme from chives? Join us for a plant swap on Wednesday, 8 June from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, upper … Continued
Dear Fellow West Ender: You are invited to attend one of two identical meetings to be held on Monday, June 6, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, June 7, from 9:00-10:30 a.m. These will take place in the Community Room upstairs at the Reiche Community Center at 166 Brackett Street. The … Continued
Jane’s Walk is a movement of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. The walks get people to tell stories about their communities, explore their cities, and connect with neighbors. Additional info here: janeswalk.org
Check out WENA’s new Sidewalk Buttler in Longfellow Square. We have another at the intersection of Pine and Brackett St. If you are interested in helping WENA put up more of these in our neighborhood, contact us!
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 May 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: … Continued
When: Saturday, May 14, 9:00 – 11:00AM. Where: Harbor View Park on York Street. We’ll provide bags. Please bring your own gloves and friends!
WENA May Meeting Agenda May 11, 6:30–8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Jane’s Walks Meeting State and High St Update WENA Spring Clean-Up Member Reports … Continued
Pretty soon, you will see two new Sidewalk Buttlers in the West End. The locations are still to be determined, but we are excited to have a means for smokers to dispose of their cigarette butts other than on the sidewalks and … Continued
The community of greater Portland is invited once again to recycle their unwanted electronics at the 4th Annual Community Electronic Recycle Day at USM on April 23, 2016, Woodbury Campus Center Parking Lot, 45 Bedford Street in Portland. This is … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 13 April 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Wells Lyons, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members … Continued
Location: Reiche Community Center Cafeteria / Auditorium Amateur Go Fish! players of all ages from the West End are invited to join in the fun in the cafeteria/auditorium at the Reiche Community Center (enter through doors on Brackett Street under … Continued
WENA April Meeting Agenda April 13, 6:30–8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Spring Plant Swap Member Reports and Announcements Jane Jacobs Walks Congress Square Park … Continued
Our very own Wells Lyons, a 2016 WENA Board Member, was in the news. Read the Lake Living Article! If you have any news you would like to share with the our community, contact us here or like us on Facebook and share … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 March 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Chip Martin, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Wells Lyons … Continued
WENA March Meeting Agenda March 9, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: West End Development Overview- Greg Mitchell and Tuck O’Brien Sidewalk Buttlers Presentation Irish Heritage Center Presentation Community Policing Report … Continued
Calling all knitters and crocheters! Lend your needles and hooks to creating a scarf, hat, mittens or socks that will be used to decorate Congress Square Park on Veterans Day, November 11, 2016! The items will be displayed on trees, … Continued
A showing of the the documentary inspired by Naomi Klein’s bestseller “This Changes Everything“. The film explores the need to examine our assumptions about the compatibility of capitalism with a healthy environment. Discussion will follow with experts in the fields … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 10 February 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Chip Martin, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Wells … Continued
WENA February Meeting Agenda February 10, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Board Member Reports and Announcements Member Reports and Announcements Book Nook Together WE CAN Aging in Place Community … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 13 January 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Jennifer Defilipp (excused), Wells … Continued
WENA January Meeting Agenda January 13, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Board Member Reports and Announcements Community Policing Report Multi-Lingual West End- Part 2 Neighborhood-Based Resources for Asylum Seekers and … Continued
Christmas trees can be placed curbside for collection on your normal trash day between January 4th, 2016 and January 15th, 2016. If unable to place curbside prior to January 15, please transport your tree to one of three locations listed … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 December 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defillip, Ian Jacob (president), Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Clifford Tremblay Others present: Jenny Anastasoff, David Argitis, … Continued
The public is welcome to join us for a special meeting of the WENA Board of Directors.
At the September meeting, we began an exercise that asked members for focused, action based feedback about WENA. The approach used is called Start, Stop, Continue. Feedback was collected during the September, October, and November meetings. The results are the … Continued
WENA December Meeting Agenda December 9, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Board Member Reports and Announcements Community Policing Report Recognizing Councilor Dave Marshall Together WE CAN Events and Programs Senior Snow … Continued
We are looking for volunteers to help their elderly or disabled neighbors shovel the snow from their sidewalks and pathways. If you are interested or if you need assistance, please contact us.
Join us for some festive caroling through the West End. There will be an organizational meeting and practice session on December 8th, 2015 from 6:30PM to 8PM on Reiche Stage at Reiche Elementary. The caroling will occur December 20th, 2015 at … Continued
As part of their regular meeting, the City Council will consider acceptance of the State and High Streets Two-Way Feasibility Study, after hearing public input. This is item #17 of 22 on the agenda that evening.
Event THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 7:00PM Parkside Neighborhood Center, 85 Grant Street. The City of Portland’s annual district meetings will be held throughout the city in November. The Mayor, City Councilors, and City staff will be available to discuss neighborhood issues … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Tuesday, 10 November 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defillip, Ian Jacob (president), Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay Others present: Todd Alexander, … Continued
WENA November Meeting Agenda November 10, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Board Member Reports and Announcements Community Policing Report 665 Congress Street Presentation 22 Tate Street Presentation WENA Board … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 October 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defillip, Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Jeanne Swanton, Clifford … Continued
WENA October Meeting Agenda October 14, 6:30-8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Board Member Reports and Announcements Community Policing Report Why Should I Vote Yes/No on Question 2? Why Should … Continued
EVENT Come help clean the neighborhood on Saturday, October 24th! We will be meeting at Harbor View Park at 9:00AM. More details to follow…
EVENT Join us for the WENA – Reiche PTO Yard Sale! Donate beforehand and come back to shop on Sunday. When donating, make sure to follow the signs for WENA to ensure it goes towards Swim for Life. Schedule: Drop Off … Continued
EVENT Friends of Congress Square Park is proud to present Pumpkins in the Square! Bring the whole family for an end-of-season pumpkin carving and painting celebration! Enjoy warm cider and donuts and live bluegrass music by Northwood. BYOP or buy … Continued
Event District 2 City Council Seat Robert Korobkin – Wellington Lyons – Spencer Thibodeau (candidates scheduled to attend) Tuesday, October 20, 2015 6:30 to 8:30 p. m. Reiche Community Center (Upstairs – Follow signs for Book Nook) 166 Brackett Street … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 September 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay Others present: Todd Alexander, … Continued
Sept. 9, 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: 50/50 Raffle to support WENA Board Member Reports and Announcements Community Policing Report 157 Brackett St./Joy Place Update- Todd Alexander Wells Lyons for … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 July 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay Others present: Webb Ferral, Cameron Goodwin, Peter Hall, … Continued
July 8, 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Agenda Items Include: 50/50 Raffle- helps support WENA Neighborhood Policing Update with Lt. McGary Winter Snow Removal Operations and WENA 17 Carleton St. Avesta Housing Development Important Meeting Dates Swim … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 10 June 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer); Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Mitch Mason, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Clifford Tremblay, Judy Witherell Others present: Sarah Colton, Nan … Continued
June 10, 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Agenda Items Include: 50/50 Raffle! Neighborhood Policing Report Spencer Thibodeau for District 2 City Council Presentation Cultivating Community Presentation WENA Neighborhood Outreach Update WENA Fundraising Update Clark St. Community Garden Plot … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 13 May 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer); Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay Others present: Sarah Colton, … Continued
May 13, 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Agenda Items Include: Update on Brackett St / Reiche School Crosswalk and Pedestrian Safety Implementation. Details about building and construction projects the City is planning this summer. Update on Mercy … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 April 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Mitch Mason, Christine McHale (vice-president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary) Others present: Todd Alexander, … Continued
April 8, 6:00 PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Jonathan Culley of Refern Properties will be presenting plans for the new building at 665 Congress St (Joe’s Smoke Shop). WENA Committee Update … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 March 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob (president), Mitch Mason, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Clifford Tremblay Others present: … Continued
March 11, 2015 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Call to Order 50/50 Raffle!! Introductions Secretary’s Report – Liz Treasurer’s Report – Leana Board Members Reports Lift360 / Choosing Civility Update – Rosanne, Ian Sierra Club’s Climate Action Team … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 February 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Christine McHale, Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons, Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay, Others present: Jenny Anastasoff, David … Continued
February 11, 2015 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Call to Order Introductions Secretary’s Report – Liz Treasurer’s Report – Leana Board Members Reports Choosing Civility Update – Rosanne Meeting Place – Rosanne Neighborhood Policing – Dave Argitis … Continued
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association Meeting Wednesday, 14 January 2015 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defillip, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Mitch Mason, Christine McHale, Michel Michaud, Liz Parsons, Jeanne Swanton, Clifford Tremblay, Judy Witherell … Continued
January 14, 6:30-8:00PM Community Room, Reiche School 166 Brackett Street Call to Order Introductions Secretary’s Report – Liz Treasurer’s Report – Leana Board Members Reports Neighborhood Policing – Dave Argitis and Sarah Colton Old Business: York St / Bracket St. Parking … Continued