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Strike averted: City of Portland reaches tentative agreement with DCTU, finalizes AFSCME agreement details
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Statement on sanctuary city lawsuit
Press release
Portland seeks providers for variety of shelter models
City issues Request for Proposals (RFP) for temporary shelters for people experiencing homelessness.
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Portland joins sanctuary city lawsuit against Trump administration
The lawsuit, which was filed in California, alleges that recent executive orders and administrative actions illegally harm cities and states with sanctuary policies related to immigration enforcement.
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Black History Month Message from City African American Network (CAAN)
A message to City staff about Black History Month from CAAN.
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A Portland Water guide to native plant sale season
Looking to save water outdoors? Try planting more native plants, which require less water that most non-native plants. Not sure where to start? Don't panic!
Get a head start with this guide to native plant sale season from the Portland Water Bureau, part of the City's Public Works Service Area.
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Notice of Land Use Proposal LU 24-106867 DZM
Design with Modification Review
5322 SE 82nd Ave
Public notice - Proposal
Notice of Land Use Decision LU 25-001248 HR
Historic Resource Review
512 N Killingsworth St
Public notice - Land Use Decision
Traffic Advisory: Installation of safety improvements on NE Marine Drive, a high crash corridor, will require lane closures from NE 33rd to 185th avenue in February and early March
(Feb. 6, 2025) The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) advises the traveling public that installation of reflective, metal roadside delineators along NE Marine Drive will require crews to narrow the road from two lanes to one for a small section of the roadway, starting Tuesday, Feb. 11 through
Updated Traffic Advisory
Proud Ground and PCEF collaborate on building efficient, climate-resilient and affordable housing
Together, Proud Ground and PCEF aim to build generational wealth for low- and moderate-income families through homeownership while creating sustainable, resilient housing in the face of climate change.
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Five facts about Portland Water that are more interesting than the 2025 Super Bowl
This year’s Big Game may be a snooze-fest, but these Portland Water facts will wake you up like a splash of water to the face.
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Natalie Didion named new City of Portland Building Official
She replaces Matt Rozzell, who is leaving on Friday, Feb. 7, to become the building codes administrator for Clackamas County.
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Notice of Land Use Decision LU 24-107316 HR
Historic Resource Review
1939 SE Larch Ave
Public notice - Land Use Decision
Notice of Land Use Environmental Plan Check LU 24-108225 ENPC
Enironmental Plan Check Review
15504 SE Martins St
Public notice - Proposal
Notice of Land Use Proposal LU 25-004469 HR
Historic Resource Review
15504 SE Martins St
Public notice - Proposal
Joint Statement from the City of Portland and DCTU
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City Council approves Jordan as city administrator and Taylor as city attorney
City Council voted to keep Michael Jordan as city administrator and Robert Taylor as city attorney. Both currently serve the city in this capacity.
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Serving Portland: A Commitment That Never Stops
Portland Police officers respond to over 200,000 calls for service each year, showing up every day—regardless of weather, holidays, or challenges—to serve and protect the community.
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Now available: Q4 City of Portland disclosure reports for lobbying and political consultant activity
2024 Fourth Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view.
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