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Public invited to submit testimony on proposed new shelter and group living regulations
The Planning and Sustainability Commission has completed its public hearings. Written testimony on the S2HC Proposed Draft is open via the Map App until 5:00 PM on December 21, 2020. Oral testimony is closed.
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Ezone Map Correction Project public hearing postponed and new draft ezones are ready for public review
The rescheduled February 23 public hearing with the Planning and Sustainability Commission will cover the most current draft of proposed environmental zones, which reflect recent site visits to individual properties and new wetland mapping.
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More than 250 Portlanders testify about proposed new rules to protect Portland’s historic places
Planning and Sustainability Commission to consider amendments to Historic Resources Code Project Proposed Draft this winter.
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City Council scheduled to vote on final amendments to River Plan / South Reach Plan
Council session will be on December 10 at 2 p.m.
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Council reopens written testimony for River Plan / South Reach
This afternoon, the Portland City Council met to discuss testimony from the November 4 public hearing on the River Plan / South Reach Plan and the Willamette River Greenway Inventory and consider potential amendments.
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Planning and Sustainability Commission to hold public hearings on the Shelter to Housing Continuum (S2HC) project
Portlanders invited to testify on proposed new shelter and group living regulations that would further fair housing, expand shelter and housing options, and improve City code to aid shelter and housing providers.
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Enthusiastic response to Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund inaugural request for proposals
PCEF received 140 applications from community groups to invest in climate action that advances racial and social justice.
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Announcing Technology Kit partners
The COVID-19 Digital Divide Response Work Group is excited to announce 24 community partners participating in the CARES Act Technology Kit project!
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Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund seeks proposals for $8.6 million in first round of funding for community projects
Accepting proposals for community projects that address the climate crisis in a way that advances racial and social justice.
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Oregon Supreme Court declines to hear ongoing challenge to Portland’s 2035 Comprehensive Plan
Prior court’s decision upholds the City’s 20-year plan for growth and development.
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Community organizations awarded $200,000 in support grants from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund
The PCEF funds will help 40 community organizations build capacity and prepare for future grant opportunities to fund green jobs and workforce training programs.
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City of Portland Climate Test Resolution – Open for Public Comment!
The City of Portland wants to hear from Portland youth who want to weigh in on the City’s draft Climate Test policy. A three-week public comment period opens November 2.
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Home Energy Score completes successful first 30 months in the real-estate market
A new evaluation report finds the program has met or exceeded expectations for participation, and provides insights for improving Portland's housing stock.
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The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability welcomes Nikoyia Phillips as new equity manager
A career’s worth of experience in public health and community organizing will strengthen BPS commitment to support Portland’s most vulnerable communities.
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Plan for West Portland Town Center in SW Portland takes shape
Community members invited to review and comment on a preliminary draft of the WPTC Plan, which includes ideas to create more housing, jobs, transportation access, and community spaces in and around The Crossroads.
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New zoning code proposals aim to provide more housing and shelter for people experiencing houselessness
BPS and partners retool City regulations to expand shelter options and make it easier for nonprofit and for-profit housing providers to meet the homeless crisis.
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River Plan / South Reach and Willamette River Greenway Inventory on their way to City Council
Testify in writing or by Zoom at the November 4 public hearing on the River Plan / South Reach and an update to the Willamette River Greenway Inventory.
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