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News Youth Dorothy Mae Davis 1954-2012 continued from page 1 other well attended events that day. Neighbors shared frustrations over increased crime in the neighborhood, and shared fears that summer could bring an increase in gang-related violence. Gentrifi- cation has driven low-income families into East county where rents are cheaper. But with youth unemployment at shockingly high levels for young men of color, crime, gang activity and violence has become more of a problem. Sgt. Wendi Steinbronn said a lot of crime can be prevented when officers are out in neighborhoods building relationships with youth. Portland’s Operation Safe Summer has bumped up officer numbers and created summer youth programs. But the Rock- wood neighborhood lies on the border between Gresham and Portland, and while East Portland has 20 officers available at night, Gresham has seven officers for the entire city. “It’s not that they don’t want to do it, they just have a different staffing pattern,” she said. On the wishlist, for some speakers, is a youth center for East Portland that opens extended hours and in good repair. The PAL Center on 172nd is doing great work with some of the youth, but its building is in poor condition, said Sandra Casillas. “I wish we had something like the Boys and Girls Club in Northeast Portland here, and that it could be open late,” Cassillas said. “That is a very good building.” Tom Peavey, policy manager in the Office of Youth Violence Prevention said the city has granted PAL extra funds to extend its hours to 10 p.m. some evenings until August, but that money will run out. At the meeting, staff from the Center for Family Success shared information about the program. The center offers parenting YOUTH EVENTS Got talent? The Rosewood Hip Hop and Arts Showcase will take place on July 21 (location to be arranged). To take part you need to sign up between noon and 5 p.m. Saturday June 30 at the Rosewood Café, 609 S.E. 162nd Ave. Thursday Youth Nights: for youth who live close to the café, find pizza and fun 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at the Rosewood Café, 609 S.E. 162nd Ave. WANT TO HELP YOUTH? The Rosewood Initiative needs four or five committed volunteers to run Open Gym this summer. Oliver Elementary school has offered its gym from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Fridays. The Rosewood Café is under renova- tion and needs volunteers with con- struction skills (plumbing, masonry, electrics…). It also needs building mate- rials, tools and hardware to complete the café. And we always need things like coffee and toilet rolls, says Jenny Glass. Email Jenny at info@rosewoodiniti tive.org and relationship classes, that research has shown to work. Sharon Darcy, executive director of the program, said anyone can go to the center at 229 S.E. 181st Ave., and get help free of charge. The center is one of about 20 nonprofit organizations working together through Project Access to make sure families get the help they need, Darcy said. The group includes Self Enhancement Inc., Portland Read the rest of this story online at www.theskanner.com D orothy Mae Davis, 57, of Portland, OR, died Monday, June 18, 2012 of metastatic breast cancer, which she battled for over 6 years. Ms. Davis was born June 30, 1954 in San Bernardino, CA to Joe and Emma Davis. She spent her life serving others with unconditional love and acceptance, and she left a lasting impres- sion on everyone who came to know her. Ms. Davis epitomized the definition of selflessness, always putting others first, especially her children. She was very compassionate with a big heart for young people, often taking in other children whose home environments were less ideal. While Dorothy only had 2 chil- dren, she was a surrogate mother to countless others. She worked for DHS as a Caregiver for many years until she was unable to do so due to health. Ms. Davis is survived by two sons, Aubré and Aaron Dickson of Portland, Oregon; three grandsons, Caleb, Eric, and Christian; nine brothers; seven sisters; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins; and count- less friends whose hearts are permanently etched with love and adoration. Viewing for Dorothy Davis will take place at Terry Family Funeral Home, 2337 N. Williams Ave., on Thursday, June 28th from 4pm-7pm. Homegoing Service will be held Friday, June 29th at 11am at Maranatha Church of God – 4222 NE 12th Ave. with another viewing from 10am-11am prior to service. The family requests in lieu of flowers and gifts, donations are made to the Dorothy Davis Benefit Memorial Fund at Wells Fargo Bank. Simply provide her name and zip code “97229”, or visit www.wepay/dona- tions/doroth-davis-benefit-memorial- fund to make contributions online. PLUMBER APPRENTICESHIP OPENING The Oregon SW- WA NW-CA Plumbers Joint Apprenticeship and Training committee (MA#1070) will be open for the term July 30, 2012 through August 3, 2012 to seek applicants for its pool of persons eligible for selection to its Plumber apprenticeship program. The Apprentice in the Plumber Apprenticeship Program will develop skills, knowledge and experience in many areas. Plumbers train to fabricate assemble and install pipe systems of various composition used to transport silids, liquids and gases. They also install and repair fixtures related to pipe systems. Critical brazing, burning and welding skills will be mastered by the apprentice. Plumbers work in all weather conditions, indoors nad outdoors, and often in confined spaces. Oregon, SW WA, NW-CA Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee recruits, selects and trains apprentices without discrimination. Who May Apply? Only person who seeks admission to the program may apply. Applicants must apply in person. Applications may be obtained only at specific locations in Oregon on the dates and office hours shown at the following locations. You must be on time. To apply you must attend one of these meetings. No one is admitted to a session after the start time!! Tualatin- UA 290 Training Center 20220 SW Teton Avenue, Tualatin OR 97062 (503) 691-1997 Monday, July 30 –Friday, August 3, 2012 – 9:00 AM All days EXECPT Wednesday August 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM EUGENE 2861 Pierce Parkway, Springfield OR 97477: (541)521-1400 Monday, July 30 –Friday, August 3, 2012 – 9:00 AM All days EXECPT Wednesday August 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM MEDFORD 950 Industrial Circle, White City, Oregon 97503 (541) 821-1282 Monday, July 30 –Friday, August 3, 2012 – 9:00 AM All days EXECPT Wednesday August 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM REDMOND 2161 SW First, Redmond, Oregon 97756; (541) 419-5128 Monday, July 30 –Friday, August 3, 2012 – 9:00 AM All days EXECPT Wednesday August 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM EUREKA 634 California Street, Eureka, CA 95501; (707) 496-1767 Monday, July 30 –Friday, August 3, 2012 – 9:00 AM All days EXECPT Wednesday August 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM Minimum qualifications – to apply, an applicant must meet these requirements 1. Eighteen (18) years of age; Education requirement: 2. Be a high school graduate with 2.00 Cumulative GPA or above; 3. OR, have a GED of 255 points (or 2550 points for GED issued after 1-1 03); or, be a high school graduate with a GED Pretest examination score of 255 or above (2550 points for GED pretest score issued after 1-1-03); Math requirement: 4. Must have completed one full year of high school algebra, integrated math 2, or equivalent post-high school algebra course (s) with a grade of ‘C” of better, 5. OR must present current math placement test results from a community college facility indicating a placement level beyond high school level algebra. An applicant must provide written documentation that minimum qualifica- tions are met. Official sealed transcripts are required and must be mailed directly from the issuing institution to: Local 290 Training Center, 20220 SW Teton Avenue, Tualatin, Oregon 96062 before August 31, 2012. Faxes WILL NOT be accepted. Contact Michael Pollock at (503)691-1997 if you have additional questions. Qualified applicants will be notified to attend an interview. All applicants will be notified of eligibility by mail. June 27, 2012 The Portland Skanner Page 9
