Office of Community & Civic Life

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The Office of Community & Civic Life (Civic Life) connects Portlanders with city government to build inclusive, safe, and livable communities.

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Cannabis Empowerment Day

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Neighborhood Profile Maps

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Portland Engagement Project

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Immigrant & Refugee Resource Brochure

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Contact

Mailing address

1120 SW 5th Avenue
Suite 114
Portland, OR 97204

News

Oregon’s Cannabis Industry Endures Sales Drop, More Crime, and Braces for More Challenges

Portland’s Council Responds by Approving Additional $500K for First-in-the-Country Cannabis Emergency Relief Fund and Advancing $1.05M in Social Equity & Educational Development Grants

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BIPOC on Bikes Pedalpalooza Event

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Build Your Safety NET

Emergency preparedness training and resources for Portlanders!

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Inclusionary Housing Program

The Portland Housing Bureau's Inclusionary Housing Program helps provide affordable housing for moderate and low-income households and is inviting public testimony on proposed changes for its Draft Permanent Rules.

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Events

Welcoming Week

Where We Belong: Welcoming Week 2022

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Community Event
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Cannabis Empowerment Day

Join the City of Portland, cannabis business owners, policy makers and advocates to celebrate our community and acknowledge the advancements we have made for the city!

2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Community Event
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Forrest Park Neighborhood Association Board Meetings

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Neighborhood Association Meeting

Southwest Hills Neighborhood Association Board Meeting

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Neighborhood Association Meeting
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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