Foster-Powell
After some years of decline during the economic troubles of the 1970s and 1980s, this area of Southeast Portland is making a comeback. Young families and immigrants, attracted by affordability of housing, are moving into the area, revitalizing community.
Today
Spring 2023 Online Open House
In coordination with Metro and TriMet, PBOT has launched its second Building a Better 82nd online open house.

Upcoming Events
Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association General Meeting
82nd Avenue Community Conversation
Join the 82nd Avenue Coalition and Metro for community conversation about 82nd Avenue. This workshop will focus on the southern portion of 82nd Avenue that runs through the Powellhurst-Gilbert, Mt. Scott Arleta, Foster-Powell, and Lents neighborhoods.
Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association General Meeting
Neighborhood Association Information
Website: https://fosterpowell.com
Bylaws: Foster Powell NA Bylaws
Neighborhood Coalition: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program
Meeting | Time and Location |
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General Meetings | General meetings are held on the second Monday of the month. No meeting in August. Confirm location of in-person meetings or instructions on how to join virtually on the Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association website. |
Submit a request to add a neighborhood association meeting to the city events calendar.
Neighborhood Association Leadership Contacts
Position and Name | Contact Information |
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Chair / Co-Chair / President Kelly Janes | kelly.janes@fosterpowell.com |
Secretary Jenn Bass | secretary@fosterpowell.com |
Treasurer Chris Chaplin | chris.chaplin@fosterpowell.com |
Land Use Committee Chair Joseph Liu | land.use@fosterpowell.com |
General Correspondence Contact Foster-Powell NA General Correspondence | contact@fosterpowell.com |
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Construction and Maintenance
News and Notices
Building a Better 82nd: May 4, 2023 Update
Visit the online open house and learn about Critical Fixes signing upgrades that are underway.
Newsletter
Current Strategic and Planning Projects
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