Business Relocating, Food and Drink, Restaurant

Sebastiano’s Relocating to Sellwood

October 4th, Sebastiano’s announced their intention to close the original Montavilla location at 411 SE 81st Avenue and move operations to Sellwood. The transition will happen in early 2024 after completing construction at the new shopfront. For the owners, this difficult choice resulted from steady growth and a pragmatic investment in their business.

Since opening in June 2020, Sebastiano’s Sicilian Deli has increased its citywide brand and expanded its customer base, often bumping into the limits of the sub-700 square foot storefront on SE 81st. The pandemic prevented the store from offering indoor seating at launch. By the time restrictions were lifted on table service, kitchen operations had already expanded to take over the entire shop. Over the years, owners Elise and Daniel Gold invested in sidewalk coverings, parking lot tents, and food trucks as a way to make their constrained space support onsite dining while expanding their offerings.

In May, the Golds leased a second location at 8235 SE 13th Avenue to serve as a production kitchen. A healthy farmers market presence, event popups, and diverse menu items require a full commercial kitchen that will not fit in their current location. Even as they worked on that new 2000-square-foot space, the Golds intended to keep Montavilla at the center of their business. However, the kitchen space at SE 13th and Umatilla Street had enough floor area to support a respectable amount of customer seating, and the other restaurants around the Sellwood storefront were creating substantial foot traffic.

The opportunity to create a quality indoor dining experience for their customers appealed to Daniel Gold, and it was not something he could accomplish in the existing Montavilla storefront. “All the cool and quirky things that we’ve gotten good at – whether it’s popups, aperitivo, special meals or, you name it – in that [new] space, we can do those sorts of things on a daily basis and provide seating.” Even before completing renovations, the purpose of the Sellwood shop shifted towards a full restaurant format and a true second location.

With rising build-out cost and cautionary tales from other multi-location restaurant owners, the reality of running two locations became apparent and now seem excessively ambitious to the Golds. Although the couple are no strangers to taking on business challenges, running both restaurants full-time would stretch the family business thinner than they would like. The practical choice is to focus on one location that can serve all their needs and free up a mighty micro kitchen for another startup business. Daniel Gold feels the affordable space that hosted their creation is one of the factors that helped Sebastiano’s pass the three-year mark where most restaurants fail. He is looking for another fledgling business seeking the same opportunity they had to take over the Montavilla space.

Even after transitioning to Sellwood in the new year, Sebastiano’s will continue its Montavilla presence at the Farmer’s Market and potentially hold special events with other businesses. Daniel Gold expressed sadness regarding this change. The connections within the community have been greater than he imagined when starting this journey, and he hopes people will still support them in their choice. There are still several months before Sebastiano’s moves, and all their regular customers will find an enhanced dining experience at the new Sellwood location in 2024.

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Community, Event

Electeds and Supporters Gather a AYCO’s Gala

On September 28th, the African Youth & Community Organization (AYCO) hosted the Unleashing Roots fundraising gala inside their new Dream Center building at 2110 SE 82nd Avenue. Supporters of the immigrant and refugee services nonprofit joined elected officials in celebrating the organization’s accomplishments while raising money to build a brighter future. Guests were treated to Mediterranean food, mocktails, and speaker presentations during the three-hour event.

Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson speaking to the audience

Highlighted speakers included Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson, Washington County Commissioner Nafisa Fai, and several AYCO program beneficiaries. Jamal Dar, the founder and Executive Director of the organization, made an impassioned speech covering the 15-year journey that brought them to a permanent home on SE 82nd Avenue in Montavilla. All conversations at the event focused on finding funds to fill the unfinished building with rooms and resources for the youth-oriented programs.

Jamal Dar AYCO Founder & Executive Director with the 360 Roots award winners in attendance

Towards the end of the evening, Dar presented top supporters with the 360 Roots Award. Representatives from CareOregon, Meyer Memorial Trust, and M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust joined Dar onstage to accept their awards and speak about why they support AYCO. Other winners not at the event were thanked for their contributions to securing the group’s success. Although this annual gala has concluded, the fundraising drive continues online at the AYCO website as they build the resources to finish their Dream Center building. Donations also support the expanded programming envisioned for the future as their physical space becomes more defined.

Food by Baba’s Mediterranean Grill
Drinks by mobile cocktail cart Bliss Bar
Art auction fundraiser

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Construction, Infrastructure

Weekend I-84 Closure at I-205

This weekend, crews working on the TriMet A Better Red project will close Interstate 84 in both directions near the Interstate 205 junction. Starting at 10 p.m. on Friday, October 6th, drivers must use an alternate route to bypass the freeway closure. The disruption will last through the weekend, reopening at 5 a.m. on Monday, October 9th.

The closure allows TriMet crews working over the freeway to remove protective wood decking added to a new rail bridge during previous concrete pours. As construction nears completion on the MAX Red Line rail expansion project, these temporary platforms are no longer needed. TriMet representative Tyler Graf explained that crews will work near the roadway and perform work above it, causing a potential safety hazard. Out of concern for drivers and workers, it is necessary to close the freeway.

TriMet’s A Better Red project impacts multiple locations in the Portland Metro area, extending the MAX Red Line west to serve ten more stations and improving schedule reliability by adding tracks where the system currently uses shared single tracks for bidirectional travel. This portion of the project completes a second freeway overpass that will create a dedicated southbound light-rail path. Until this point, light-rail traffic on this segment needed to wait for a single track to clear of opposing trains before proceeding, causing systemwide delays. This new bridge also features a multi-use path that leads to the south entrance of the Gateway Green bike park.

Portland Maps image with MV News illustrations. Red Line shows I-84 East Bypass. Blue Line shows I-84 West Bypass.

During the closure, Westbound I-84 drivers should use the I-205 South exit and then merge back onto I-84 West. Eastbound I-84 Drivers can use the I-205 South / NE Glisan Street exit and then travel east on NE Glisan to NE 122nd Avenue. Turn left onto northbound 122nd and then use the I-84 East onramp. Drivers should plan for delays, and TriMet encourages motorists to use TripCheck.com for real-time traffic information.

Some decking already removed showing the bridge’s finished edge

This weekend’s disruption should be the last I-84 closure related to TriMet’s A Better Red project. Several months of additional work are needed before the new rail infrastructure is ready for use. However, this marks a significant milestone in the project and signals that the Max Red Line will likely reopen on schedule. Since June 18th, TriMet has suspended MAX Red Line service from the Gateway Transit Center to the Portland International Airport (PDX). Riders have relied on shuttle buses to fill in the gap in service. However, that segment should reopen on October 21st, 2023. 

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Infrastructure

Regional Tolling Survey Asks for Input

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is conducting a survey of interstate drivers and people living around the freeway to help shape planned regional tolling. People can contribute their perspectives on three pricing models through midnight on October 9th, when the survey closes. The input received will assist planners as they refine the Regional Mobility Pricing Project, and the results will appear in the Environmental Assessment report currently in development.

ODOT is committed to implementing tolling as part of a long-term strategy to fund transportation improvements and improve traffic flow during peak usage times. There are two tolling projects under consideration. The I-205 Toll Project focuses on tolling at the Abernethy Bridge and is not part of this survey. Instead, questions focus on the Regional Mobility Pricing Project that proposes tolling portions of Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 in the Portland metro region. This plan would cost drivers using all lanes on the freeway with an all-electronic system during daytime hours of 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The three proposed tolling options aim to reduce bumper-to-bumper traffic, generate revenue, and meet regional climate goals. Designers are considering charging higher tolls during rush hours and in areas with more traffic. They will also work to create a discount for low-income travelers and provide a predictable schedule for road costs so people can plan trips around the varying rates. ODOT will design toll amounts and times to keep traffic moving at an average speed of 40 to 55 mph.

The first option presented in the survey uses a base toll amount charged to drivers when entering the freeway, and then additional fees are added when a driver passes through high-traffic toll points. The other two options use multiple tolling zones, with ODOT collecting a fee for each segment traveled through. Within the survey, ODOT acknowledges community concern regarding the impacts of drivers using streets near I-5 and I-205 to avoid paying a toll. They are considering techniques to mitigate tolling’s potential effects on neighborhoods. A question about prioritizing that work is on the survey.

Montavilla is bordered by I-205, and 82nd Avenue already shoulders some burden caused by freeway congestion. Consequently, neighborhood residents can provide ODOT valuable insight into what methods would work best for tolling and what priorities should factor into the design. The survey is available in other languages, and accessibility assistance is available.

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Bar, Food and Drink

Vino Veritas Finds New Owners

Vino Veritas changed ownership this week, moving from one group of dedicated wine specialists to an equally knowledgeable and passionate partnership of family and friends. The three new owners intend to build on the successes of this renowned Portland wine bar and bottle shop at 7835 SE Stark Street with subtle enhancements and expanded offerings.

Vino Veritas opened in April 2017 to a receptive customer base, winning the Willamette Week Reader’s Choice award for Best Portland Wine Bar in 2018. The shop continued to win accolades through 2022, becoming a fixture for wine enthusiasts in the region. Dana Cofer left the group of original owners in 2020. The remaining partners, Sami Khawaja, Trevor Gorham, Manuel Mederle, and Neil Mattson, continued building Vino Veritas through the pandemic, maintaining high standards in a challenging environment. After six and a half years embedded in the community, the ownership group had to make the difficult decision to find new leadership for the bar. Manuel Mederle has decided to return to his roots in northern Italy to be among family and friends. Trevor Gorham also feels it is time to move on from Vino Veritas with the perspective that it is “good for a business to have a fresh pair of eyes and new ideas.” On September 22nd, the owners finalized the sale and began gracefully bringing the new owners into the business.

Nick Ferreira (left) Andrew King (right)

Friends Andrew King, Nick Ferreira, and Cristiano Ferreira knew they wanted to start a wine bar together. Instead of opening one from scratch, they searched for an existing business with an established reputation they could use as a foundation for their aspirations. After reviewing several options, they were ecstatic to find Vino Veritas. Nick Ferreira has worked as a sommelier for the last decade and knows the bar well. Unlike other options, this space was close to what they wanted to build.

The new owners are looking to expand on Vino Veritas’ existing brand while maintaining what people already love. “I think they’ve laid a lot of the groundwork for things that we would want to do with a wine shop. For us, it’s really just expanding a little bit on the legacy. We’ve talked about expanding the by-the-glass selection and bringing in more food options,” explained King. Nick Ferreira has worked in places that offer 600 by-the-glass options and found that to be an invaluable tool in exploring a customer’s tastes. Although Vino Veritas will not have that level of selection, they do hope to offer customers an experience that covers wine’s flavorful variations across the world. Expanding the food menu will take more time and some kitchen upgrades. They will develop that part of the business after they have time to settle into operations and see what type of food service is possible.

Wine education is a large component of what they want to offer patrons at Vino Veritas. Nick Ferreira is working towards becoming a Master Sommelier. When he passes his fourth and final test, Ferreira will join a group of 273 professionals worldwide and become Portland’s only title holder. Currently, he is one of four advanced sommeliers in the area. Andrew King met Ferreira through work and became good friends. Kings’ relationship with wine came later in life compared to Ferreira. “It started out as a hobby that I discovered during the pandemic and just quickly grew into a full-on second career for me,” said King.

All the new owners intend to work at Vino Veritas. Nick Ferreira will be in the shop the most, acting as the buyer, bartender, and wine expert. King will split his time between this new venture and his existing job. Nick Ferreira’s brother, Cristiano, is the third owner. He works full-time at Meta, keeping him out of the bar during the week. However, the friends expect to be at the shop constantly. “We picked a spot like this because it’s where we want to spend all our time. That was a big thing for us, making sure that we continue the owner-operator model. My favorite businesses to go to are the ones where the people building the business are actually inside the business,” said King. This type of work is a calling for Nick Ferreira, and he knows he will become a fixture in the place. “I love selling wine; it’s my favorite thing,” said Ferreira. “I could pass it off eventually when we find somebody to help out, but I don’t see a situation where we’re not going to be behind the bar.”

As passionate as they are about wine, they know it is vital to remain a place where people can casually drink and listen to music after a long day. “We also want to be a great place to take a date,” remarked Ferreira. People interested in meeting the new owners can visit any day between 4 and 10 p.m. Jazz fans will continue to enjoy music programming supervised by Montavilla Jazz Executive Director Neil Mattson. The departing owners are proud to have created a meaningful space for a community that has supported them for many years. They look forward to seeing how Vino Veritas will continue that legacy under new stewardship. 

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New Business, Services, View of Montavilla

A New Name for a Classic Barbershop

This month, after nearly a year under new ownership, the barbershop at 6026 NE Glisan Street received a new name. Window lettering and a sign reading Beck’s Barbershop now adorn the easternmost storefront in the 1911-era building. The new name is the first methodically paced change planned for a business that values the stability of a classic profession.

Rebecca Sweesy began working at this location in April 2021, when the shop was named Lyle’s Barber Shop. She transitioned from working across town and started fresh with a new group of clients. Two years later, Sweesy had found her community and purchased the business from Brian Burt, who opened the barbershop in 2017.

Rebecca “Beck” Sweesy

Burt invested substantial effort into crafting a space honoring the centuries-old barber tradition. It features antique chairs, an iconic barber pole, and wood-paneled stations. Rebecca Sweesy appreciated the aesthetic and bought all the furnishings, keeping the space as it was. Changing the shop’s name to reference her childhood nickname was a leap for Sweesy, and future updates will receive equal consideration. “It’s good to do one thing at a time. I can do the signage and the name change. Let that settle. Then I’m going to paint and let that settle in over the next month, and then maybe I’ll add credit cards in the new year, making one change at a time rather than a billion things at once,” explained Sweesy.

This shop is a cash-only establishment, and although they see the benefits of taking other payment types, accepting credit cards is complicated. Each barber operates as an independent contractor who handles their own money. Consequentially, everyone working there must agree on a unified processor and the added fees before they can start taking cards. “When you run a credit card, it’s a 3% charge. Keeping the economy in mind and how much people struggle right now, I didn’t want to give people a 3% increase just for coming in to get a haircut,” said Sweesy. Client feedback will determine how soon they move to credit cards, but it will likely happen at some point.

The five-chair shop currently has three barbers, including the owner. “I’m still a barber first, and I always will be,” said Sweesy. That craftsman-first approach and the independent nature of the people working at Beck’s Barbershop made the change in ownership easier for customers who saw little change. Feedback over the year of transition has been positive. The next challenge for the shop will come from filling the two empty chairs with experienced people who value strong customer and community relationships. 

The shop survives on barbers paying rent to the business. However, Sweesy knows from experience moving into a new area will require time to build a client base. “With the economy being the way it is, I felt it might be difficult to ask a barber to pay a flat rate every week or every month. So I usually offer a commission [based rate] at first, and then I will move the barber into booth rate over time,” explained Sweesy. This pricing method supports people in the trade and helps attract individuals looking to build a positive reputation within a community over time. 

Beck’s Barbershop is open Monday through Saturday and asks that you make an appointment online. They offer razor shaves and sculpting along with traditional cuts. Although the majority of customers are male identifying, they accept all people over the age of nine. Business is returning to pre-pandemic levels, but they hope more people will try them out. Rebecca “Beck” Sweesy thinks they will win your business because, as the shop’s painted slogan declares, “Pride produces quality work,” and they care about how good you look.

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Construction, Demolition, New Residence

Mobile Home Park Updates on SE Division

The new owners of the Cherry Grove Mobile Home Park will soon demolish the 1931-era single-family home on the property to construct a new tenant laundry room and two additional Recreational Vehicle (RV) parking pads with utility connections. Bexco Property purchased the parcel at 9035 SE Division Street in August 2020. The sub-30-unit site offers a mix of mobile homes, studio apartments, and RVs.

1931 era single family home scheduled for demolition

According to a City of Portland inventory of Manufactured Dwelling Parks, the Cherry Grove site began operation in 1946, offering cost-effective housing to the neighborhood. This location is one of two Montavilla properties where people can rent or park mobile dwellings. When correctly managed, mobile home parks provide an essential niche in the housing ecosystem. These renovations indicate an investment in the property amenities while adding to the available unit count.

The old house on the property is stripped and ready for deconstruction. Demolition crews must wait until a 35-holding period elapses on October 13th. Then, they will level the single-story building and fill its basement cavity. Once the area is clear, construction workers can build the new tenant laundry room and RV parking pads.

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Construction, Infrastructure

New Sidewalk Corners SE 90th and Morrison

Over a year ago, residents noticed street markings on the four sidewalk corners of SE 90th Avenue and Morrison Street that indicated pending reconstruction. Road crews completed that work this weekend, fully reopening the pedestrian path. This intersection is a frequent connector for people traveling to Berrydale Park and students commuting to the adjacent school. Although it already had curb ramps at three of the four corners, they were no longer Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant and required updating.

The full-year gap between planning curb ramp design and construction is not uncommon. However, the city has court-mandated requirements to invest in this type of accessible infrastructure. In September 2018, the city entered a Curb Ramp Consent Decree to settle a class action lawsuit. The agreement committed Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) resources to the installation or remediation of 1,500 ADA compliment curb ramps on average per year. This curb ramp work schedule will continue through 2030, and the 2022 PBOT ADA Program Annual Report shows the city is on track to meeting goals with surplus corners banked for lower construction years.

This intersection now meets ADA standards and features updated stormwater inlet grates. Residents of all mobility needs will have an easy path to their destination, provided the property owner-maintained sidewalk infrastructure connects to the city-managed corners. Pedestrian infrastructure east of 82nd Avenue has many gaps. Under the current city code, those gaps will only fill in during property redevelopment, potentially taking decades. However, thanks to the Curb Ramp Consent Decree, most sidewalk corners in Portland will meet ADA standards within the next ten years.

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Update: This article was updated with a new link to Consent Decree information.

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Community, New Business, View of Montavilla

Metro Funds East Portland Tool Library

On July 1st, The East Portland Tool Library opened to Portland communities living east of 82nd Avenue and north of SE Division Street. This tool-lending non-profit offers its members access to an expanding range of repair, maintenance, and crafting equipment. Located within the Cherry Park United Methodist Church parking lot at 1736 SE 106th Avenue, Montavilla residents can easily access the library via SE Market Street. The volunteer-run group opens the doors of its two large shipping containers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays for week-long rentals.

The East Portland Tool Library provides affordable access to tools and lends to area residents of all income levels. Membership is donation-based, with people contributing as little as $10 and others paying more. Membership comes after a one-time registration where volunteers verify your home address, ensuring you are in their area. The East Portland Tool Library only serves the eastern half of Montavilla, but it is more convenient for many residents than other tool-lending resources. The Green Lents Community Tool Library serves many neighborhoods south of NE Halsey Street, including Montavilla. However, they are further away at 9215 SE Ramona Street near Interstate 205 and SE Foster Road. A segment of neighborhood residents living in NE Portland west of NE 82nd can also use the Northeast Portland Tool Library at 5431 NE 20th Avenue.

Work on the new East Portland Tool Library began five years ago in 2018, with East Portland Neighbors (EPN) serving as the fiscal sponsor. Difficulties locating a host location and the pandemic closures derailed the project for several years. However, the group recently received a grant from Oregon Metro that revitalized the project.

East Portland Tool Library’s board president Nancy Arntson

The East Portland Tool Library’s board president, Nancy Arntson, explained how surprisingly difficult it was to find a host location. Last year, they nearly dropped off their two converted shipping container buildings to a different church parking lot, more centrally located in East Portland. During permitting, city staff noted that the structures would remove three parking spaces and potentially reduce the stall number below minimum requirements. Arntson recalls the city asking for a $5,000 parking reassessment fee that would unacceptably eat into the organization’s budget. “So we came here… and in my opinion, it turned out to be better. This is a better fit for us, even though it doesn’t put us in the center of the service area. But it’s a good fit for us because of the reception we’re getting here,” said Arntson.

The tool library resides in two green shipping containers outfitted with rollup doors that face one another. The steel boxes sit one inch apart to function as one building when the doors are open but exist as separate units to remain under the square footage limits that would have them treated like a structure. Side doors let people enter from one side and leave from another, as the shelves full of tools eat up much of the floor space, leaving room for just a single aisle. An extension cord from the church provides minimal power for lights and a few outlets during the three hours of operation. They want to install dedicated electricity service for heating this winter, but there is currently no budget for that significant cost.

This program is a volunteer-run organization, and they always look for more people to take shifts. When they get more people in the rotation, the board will consider adding additional hours of operation. The group is also interested in receiving more tool donations. All the tools available to loan came from community donations, with the exception of a new power washer, air compressors, and a wheelbarrow. A complete list of tools and their availability is online. Once you are a member, there is no cost to borrowing, and you can check out the same item each week if it is an extended project, as long as others are not waiting on its return. The library will charge a late fee of $1 for small items and $5 for bigger equipment if people fail to bring the item back the following week.

The East Portland Tool Library currently has 29 members, and growing membership is one of the ways they collect funds for new tools. Signing up now provides a lasting membership that can save people money compared to renting tools from a business. The organization believes YouTube can provide people with a wealth of home repair knowledge, but equitable access to tools builds sustainable and thriving communities.

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Food and Drink, New Business, Restaurant

T4 Boba and Wing Kee Noodle on 82nd

Friday, September 22nd, the newest T4.Tea For franchise opened along SE 82nd Avenue, across from the Portland Community College campus. Later this month, Wing Kee Noodle will open within this same location at 2320 SE 82nd Avenue. The two establishments, run by a brother and sister team, will share dining space and kitchen resources but offer independent menus.

The bubble tea shop is the inaugural business of owner Yiwen Li. He was a fan of the T4 brand, and that attracted him to the franchise opportunity. “I personally like bubble tea and always go to the Clackamas [T4]. They have a lot of business, and I think this [brand] has potential. So I decided to invest in it,” explained Li. While looking for a suitable location for their joint venture, Yiwen Li and his sister Bingbing Li found the former Mixteca Mexican Restaurant building. They remodeled the interior within two months and only recently updated store signage showing both business names. Yiwen will focus on the T4 operations, and Bingbing will concentrate on the Wing Kee Noodle shop. Each restaurant will have its own counter and present a different dining aesthetic.

Yiwen Li describes the T4 boba shop as a universally accessible location satisfying the taste of all ages and groups in the area. Wing Kee Noodle will attract a more mature patron looking for a relaxed Chinese-style noodle shop. He feels that the two locations will complement each other, and the expanded menu options across both businesses will ensure guests find a satisfying meal in a single establishment.

Both siblings are new to food service operations, but they are not inexperienced. Their father has worked as a chef for over 20 years and was instrumental in setting up the restaurant’s kitchen for success. That solid foundation in the back-of-house operations and a lifetime living around the food service industry has the new restauranteurs confident they will build a thriving destination. The T4 Boba shop is offering a $2.95 opening weekend special price on drinks through September 24th. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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