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Community and Economic Development Service Area

Bureau/Office
Community and Economic Development
The City's Community and Economic Development service area focuses on economic development, housing, climate, culture, art, and urban development – working to ensure Portland's future is resilient, sustainable, and prosperous.
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About Community and Economic Development

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How we measure our work

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City Leadership Team

Contact

Elliott Kozuch

Public Information Manager, Community & Economic Development
elliott.kozuch@portlandoregon.gov
phone number971-480-0551

Related offices, programs, and projects

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Arts & Culture

Hazel Ying Lee affordable housing project.

Housing Bureau

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Permitting & Development

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Planning and Sustainability (BPS)

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Portland Children's Levy

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Prosper Portland

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Spectator Venues and Visitor Activities Program

News

Apply by October 6: Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts Steering Committee

The City of Portland is seeking representatives from the community to serve on a steering committee that will make recommendations about the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts project's direction and next steps.

Updated News article

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City Selects Prospective New Enhanced Services Districts in all Four Council Districts

After careful consideration, the City has selected four prospective Enhanced Services Districts (ESDs) to support using City capacity and resources.

News article

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Project updates from the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts team

An update on recent news and developments from the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts team.

News article

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