Today, March 1, 2023, is SESNA’s 47th birthday! The Southeast Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA) was formed on March 1, 1976 in Salem, Oregon. Its initial purpose was to address concerns about crime and safety in the neighborhood, which was experiencing a rise in property crime and vandalism. Over the years, SESNA has evolved to become […]
SESNA Meeting Tueday, February 28, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM We are meeting in person at Capital Park Wesleyan Church, 410 19th St. SE Contact SESNA at sesna.community@gmail.com for more info.
Attention all book-lovers and knowledge-seekers! We are thrilled to announce the opening of a brand new neighborhood tiny library. This delightful little structure, located east on the Willamette Heritage Center grounds, is bursting with books for all ages and crafts for children. The library’s initial offerings focus on history, but the Heritage Center invites donations […]
The Outstanding Neighbor or Neighborhood Association honors a group or individual neighbors that set an example, performed a project encouraging civic participation, or enhanced the city some manner. Two members of our neighborhood were honored with this award. Honored for weeks of fending off illegal camping and litter at the tiny Mill Race Park, was […]
Meet Linda Nishioka, our new Ward 2 city councilor. Her priorities: A vibrant, attractive, walkable downtown, responsible development, ending homelessness and improving the environment. She wants to contribute to making Salem “a city that takes care of itself, and is welcoming to all.” She’s lived in the Willamette Valley most of her life, attending college […]
Helping our homeless campers The City recently announced that police no longer respond in person to certain non-emergency calls, such as reports of illegal camping or excessive noise, unless they have the capacity at the time to do so. Still, they promise to log and investigated all complaints. You can help with these tips: Address […]