Neighborhood Reporters and Photographers

The communications committee is actively searching for “Pearl District Reporters” and “Photographers” to help provide content to our site. If this is something that interests you, we can provide you with a username to upload your stories and photos. We are eager to get input from all parts of the neighborhood. Tell us about your day while strolling through the Pearl, let us know how the park was, or tell us about your shopping experience…the sky is the limit. Contact JT[at]pearldstrict.org if you are interested.

Neighborhood Net Team (NET)

The NET team is trained by the fire department to react to local disasters. This team has nine members and meets monthly. The PDNA’s goal is to have a NET team member in every building ready and able to guide neighbors, turn off utilities, and help in case of earthquake, chemical spill or other disaster. CONTACT PERSON tg.tomono@fastsigns.com

Gardeners Wanted

Have you moved to the Pearl and left your garden behind? You can still digin the dirt by joining the River District Community Garden, located on NW 16th between Johnaon and Kearney. Talk to a gardener there or contact the Zimmerman Community Center 503-224-4636. A second opportunity is to help groom Tanner Springs Park on the third Sunday of the month from 9-11. Tools and instructions are provided. See calendar for contact information.

Drivers Needed

NWPM is seeking drivers for their service to elderly and disabled persons in NW Portland. Call 503-413-5529 if you have a free time to give to this importand ministry. You may drive a NWPM van or your personal vehicle. In addition, people are needed to help with the five day feeding program by Wheels on Meals at the First Immanuel Lutheran Church at NW Irving and 19th.

PDNA Activities

The Pearl District Neighborhood Association is always looking for interested persons who will help carry on the activities of the neighborhood. If you are interested in Good Neighbor Agreements, graffiti, safety issues, more trash cans in the area, noise issues, tree planting, and other livability issues there is a place for you. CONTACT jpenderx@mac.com