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News
April 2025 – BPS Long-range Planning Project Updates
A monthly newsletter of BPS's active long-range land use planning work in the City of Portland. See the project updates below for more details and to find contact information for the City staff working on specific projects. Subscribe to get email notifications when these updates are posted.
Newsletter
Discussion Draft released to propose new standards for approving public infrastructure projects located in natural areas
Community members are invited to comment on draft proposals to streamline public infrastructure upgrades and improvements in natural areas. Comments are welcome through May 9, 2025.
News article

Planning with people, not for them
Harmonee Dashiell is the Equity and Engagement Manager for the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, where she helps Portland residents make their voice heard in moving towards the city's future. She's organizing the City’s Earth Day celebration on April 19.
Blog post

Administrative Rules Updates from the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS)
BPS is proposing updates to administrative rules to conform with the City of Portland's new form of government. Submit public comments on these changes until May 4, 2025.
Public notice
Events
Community Grants 2025 open office hours
In addition to technical assistance offered on our website, we are also offering virtual open office hours to assist applicants with the Community Grant process.
Planning Commission Meeting
cancelled due to lack of agenda items
Community Involvement Committee Meeting
PCEF Committee Meeting – May 15, 2025
Past Meetings and Hearings
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