Portland Parks has completed the replacement footbridge in Marshall Park. They did a very nice job. Here's a picture of the new bridge. A Bridge Celebration event is being planned for 20 February - details to follow. More pictures at: http://swni.org/FOMP/Bridge

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
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

http://swni.org/mpna/notice_board_work_party
Officer Caspar, our liaison police officer, advises that burglaries and car prowls are increasing around the city.