æ*'* ^lortlanh (Dbseruer December 29, 2010 Page 7 Year 111 Review (continued) Oregon Soars to No. 1 Uniquely Qualified Oct. 6 - Aneshka Colas-Dickson, a young African-American woman who has made her mark in the local construction industry is voted in as the newest member of the Portland Development Commission. Colas-Dickson will be in a position to influence the city’s urban renewal and housing landscape. Oct. 20 - The national spotlight shines on the University of Oregon when the football team becomes the No. 1 rated team in the country. The Ducks finished the season 12-0 will play for the national championship on Jan. 10. Two Eras; Two Legends Nov. 3 - Portland greats M aurice Lucas, a five-tim e NBA A ll-Star who helped lead the Blazers to the NBA C ham pionship in 1977; and Artie W ilson, a legend of the Negro Am erican and Pacific Coast Leagues, including the Portland Beavers are m em orialized after their deaths on the same day. Lucas died at the age o f 58 from bladder cancer. W ilson was 90. Leaf Drop Brings Fees r c m in is is n e a c n i n g M ill Dec. 8 - In Other Words, the only non-profit of 30 feminist bookstores in the country, slips into a serious financial bind. But with a sense of urgency, supporters help bring a community focus to the northeast Portland center and replace lost textbook sales through grants and individual donations. Be safe this New Year’s Eve Nov. 10 - For the first time, local residents in 28 districts will be billed for the leaf pickups by city transportation crews which keep streets clear from hazards and unblock storm water drains. All TnM et service is free after 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Friday, December 31. • Buses: Buses will run on regular weekday schedules. • MAX Blue, Green and Yellow lines: Green Industry Dec. 15 - A Portland company wins approval to operate a recycling facility on Northeast Columbia Boulevard that will turn food waste into electricity, but neighbors have concerns because the last effort at green industry at the site caused a foul odor to drift over neighboring homes. PURE V? Late-night service is added, running every 30 minutes until about 3 a.m. . • MAX Red Line: Trains will run on weekday schedule. After Red Line service ends, a shuttle bus will carry riders every 15-30 minutes until 3 a.m. TM by Ebony • You deserve the time of your life. W ant to host a party? C on tact your local C onsultant: Ebony 503 484 3107 • Pureromancebyebony@yahoo com www.prbyebony.com pureromance.com Portland Streetcar: Streetcar will run on regular weekday schedule; the last trip of the night at 11:27 p.m. Get home safely this holiday. Cheers! T R I© M E T Plan y o u r t r ip a t trim et.org