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News
Give feedback on zoning code updates to help streamline development
Proposed zoning code updates address parking, exterior improvements, and regulatory improvement. Comments are welcome through Friday, July 18, 2025.
News article

June 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
Cooling Portland surpasses initial goal 18 months ahead of schedule, continues with expanded mission to install 10,000 additional units
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) and program administrator Earth Advantage are proud to announce that Cooling Portland: A PCEF-funded climate resilience program, has met its initial goal of installing 15,000 portable heat pump cooling units 18 months ahead of schedule.
Press release
20 Tons of Batteries Recycled in First Year of Portland’s Curbside Program
In the city’s first year of curbside battery collection, Portlanders safely taped, bagged, and set out more than 20 tons of batteries in their glass recycling bins. That means fewer fires, safer workers, and a cleaner environment for everyone.
Blog post

Events
Keep Portland Queer-ed: LGBTQ+ Historic Sites Walking Tour
Join us on a walking tour of LGBTQ+ Historic Sites in Old Town and Downtown Portland.
Planning Commission Meeting - June 24, 2025
Agenda includes: Planning Commission's Two Years in Review.
PCEF Committee Meeting – June 26, 2025
Planning Commission Meeting - July 22, 2025
Tentative agenda includes:
-Public Infrastructure Environmental Code Project, briefing/hearing
-Waterfront Study, informational presentation
-Inner Eastside Infrastructure Study, informational presentation
Past Meetings and Hearings
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