Presidents Day closure

Most City of Portland offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, to observe Presidents Day.

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Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

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firerecruiter@portlandoregon.gov
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