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News Advisory: Crosswalk education and enforcement action planned for W Burnside at NW 20th Place on Wednesday, Dec. 26

Raising awareness of pedestrian safety and Oregon traffic laws

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News Release: SmartPark garages closed on Christmas Day

On-street parking will be free at parking meters on Christmas Day.

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Human Rights Commission and City Council honor the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

City Council honors the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Portland Parks Foundation welcomes new Executive Director Randy Gragg

Portland Parks Foundation (PPF) welcomes Randy Gragg as the new Executive Director. Gragg succeeds Jeff Anderson who recently retired from the role.

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"‘Predatory’ parking fines at private lots and garages get closer city scrutiny"

Article from The Oregonian. December 17, 2018.

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Traffic Advisory: Night closures this weekend on SE Foster Road from SE 82nd Avenue to SE 92nd Avenue for water system relocation work

Closures from 8 p.m. through 6 a.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.

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Traffic Advisory: Fixing Our Streets base repair project on SE 17th Ave completed five days ahead of schedule

This is the 135th Fixing Our Streets base repair project completed in 2018.

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Final Yard Tree Giveaway event is Saturday, 11/3/18

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Portland Parks & Recreation remains Salmon-Safe for 15th straight year

Lauded city parks system receives acclaimed environmental recognition

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PP&R presents Native American Marketplace & Family Day

Held on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Mt. Scott Community Center

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Portland Parks & Recreation, partners, to dedicate Hazeltine Park nature patch

Park transformed by native plantings and natural elements

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News Release: BIKETOWN invites riders to “Pay It Forward” this holiday season

This season BIKETOWN members and account holders can donate surplus credits to help cover the first month of membership for BIKETOWN for All members.

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Community conversations about single-use plastics support new policy

Portland City Council cuts back on single-use plastic serviceware while Portlanders who rely on items for healthcare situations can still obtain what they need.

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What is facial recognition and why is the City of Portland trying to regulate it?

The City of Portland is considering policies to regulate surveillance technologies in 2020. This post describes facial recognition and why city governments are considering regulation.

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