Portland and the federal government
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Northwest District
Northwest District
The Northwest District is a diverse, vibrant neighborhood in central Portland, Oregon. It has a varied and intricate history that has evolved along with the City as a whole, made up of a rich texture of diverse citizens.
Upcoming Events
MAC Trail Volunteer Day Washington Park
Join Portland Parks & Recreation for a volunteer event on the MAC Trail in Washington Park!
9:00 am
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11:00 am
Volunteer Event
Forest Park Stewardship Event
Join Portland Parks & Recreation to enhance habitat for plants and wildlife in Forest Park!
9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Volunteer Event
MAC Trail Volunteer Day Washington Park
Join Portland Parks & Recreation for a volunteer event on the MAC Trail in Washington Park!
9:00 am
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11:00 am
Volunteer Event
Neighborhood Association Information
Website: northwestdistrictassociation.org
Bylaws: Northwest District Association Bylaws
Neighborhood District Office: District Four Coalition
| Meeting | Time and Location |
|---|---|
| General Meetings | The Northwest District Association Annual Meeting with elections is held 6:00 - 7:30 pm, the third Monday of May. See website for instructions to join virtual meetings or to confirm location of in-person meetings. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome. |
| Board Meetings | Northwest District Association (NWDA) Board meets 6:00 - 7:30 pm, the third Monday of the month. The NWDA Executive Committee meets 8:00 - 9:00 am, the first Monday of the month. See website for instructions to join virtual meetings or to confirm location of in-person meetings. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome. |
| Land Use Committee Meetings |
Northwest District Association (NWDA) Parks, Concerts and Events Committee meets 4:00 - 5:00 pm, the first Monday of the month. This meeting is virtual. Email parks@northwestdistrictassociation.org for meeting link. NWDA Planning Committee meets 8:00 - 9:30 am, every Thursday. NWDA Public Safety & Livability Committee meets 6:00 - 7:00 pm, the second Tuesday of the month. See website for instructions to join virtual meetings or to confirm location of in-person meetings. |
Northwest District Association, c/o District Four Coalition
434 NW 6th Ave, Suite 202
Portland, OR97209
United States
Neighborhood Association Leadership Contacts
| Position and Name | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Chair / Co-Chair / President Todd Zarnitz | president@nwdaportland.org |
| Land Use Committee Chair Planning Committee | planning@nwdaportland.org |
| Secretary Regina Hauser | secretary@nwdaportland.org |
| General Correspondence Contact Northwest District Association General Correspondence | help@nwdaportland.org |
Construction and Maintenance
Adopted by City Council in October 2020
Fall 2023
This project is in the design stage and construction is paused until spring of 2032.
Curb ramp construction starts March 2025; repaving fall 2025 or spring 2026
News and Notices
Notice of Land Use Decision LU 25-047058 CU DZ
Conditional Use Review with concurrent Design Review
610 NW 17TH AVE
Public notice
Crosswalk construction starts next week on W Burnside Street
Project will make it easier and safer to access a high-ridership bus stop and other destinations.
News article
Current Strategic and Planning Projects
Liquor License Applications
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