City Administrator Raymond C. Lee III

City Administrator

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As City Administrator, Raymond C. Lee III oversees citywide strategy and day-to-day operations, supporting 7,000 public servants who deliver essential services to Portlanders. He believes in leading with clarity, stability, and accountability.

Current position

City Administrator: Appointed as City Administrator in December 2025.

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Raymond C. Lee III

City Administrator

cityadministrator@portlandoregon.gov

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Centennial Mills update at the end of week four

The Fields Park remains closed for cleaning until further notice. Deconstruction and remediation work continue. There remains an active fire investigation. Clean-up activities on streets near the site were undertaken last weekend.

August 28, 2026 5:06 pm News article

Naito Parkway reopens as demolition of Centennial Mills continues

Northwest Naito Parkway reopens to most traffic, though some detours remain in place. Demolition and remediation activities continue. The Fields Park remains closed. The public is urged to continue to stay a safe distance away from the site.

August 21, 2026 5:15 pm News article

Centennial Mills building demolished, rail traffic set to resume

Summary: The Centennial Mills water tower building is almost completely demolished. City officials expect railroad operators to resume freight traffic and passenger service near the site soon. The site is still hazardous. Avoid the area.

Updated August 18, 2026 4:02 pm News article

Water tower is demolished – with a bang

A demolition crew successfully brings down the water tower on top of the burned-out Centennial Mills building in Northwest Portland, which was devastated by fire on Aug. 2. Demolishing the rest of the structure could take several weeks.

August 17, 2026 3:46 pm News article

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