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PBOT Safe Routes to School June Newsletter
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Emergency water system repairs require weekend traffic closures on NE Prescott Street
Drivers should consider alternate routes and expect delays, especially during the Portland Sunday Parkways event on Sunday, June 25th.
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Call for Proposals: Join the City of Portland in Planning for Interim Activations of O'Bryant Square
The City is looking to reactivate the O'Bryant Square public plaza when it reopens, and has issued a Request for Interest.
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With Direction from Culture and Livability Commissioner Dan Ryan, Portland Parks & Recreation has Improved the Light Pole Safety Project
The new plan will have a phased light pole removal approach and a coordinated replacement timeline to reduce the time that parks will have fewer light poles.
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Call for Proposals: Space Use Grants Available for Musicians
Individual musicians, groups, organizations and clubs are encouraged to apply for free or discounted use of Portland Parks & Recreation’s venerable Community Music Center (CMC) for rehearsal, practice and/or performance.
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Help Protect Portland’s Ash Trees and Watch for Emerald Ash Borer
This page provides information about the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and Portland Parks & Recreation's EAB Management Plan.
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City Council Statement: ‘A Roadmap for the Next Two Years’
Resolution authorizes Chief Administrative Officer Michael Jordan to implement Measure 26-228, provides insight on how Commissioners-in-Charge will lead organizational change to prepare for City Administrator management, establishes 90-day action plans that address Portland’s most urgent need.
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Commissioner Hardesty, PBOT Announce Agreement to Begin Revitalization of O’Bryant Square
Demolition is scheduled to begin in early 2023.
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Portland's Housing Bond December 2022 Newsletter
The December 2022 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Ryan - The Starlight opens - Cutting the Ribbon at Hayu Tilixam - Boys & Girls Club Brightens Afternoons at Crescent Court - Charting Bond progress
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Rainy season on the Willamette: Big Pipe Tracker shows in real-time how river stays sewage-free
As the rainy season begins (finally!), check the Big Pipe Tracker to find out how full the Big Pipe system is as it protects the Willamette River from combined sewer overflows.
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Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Update - September 2022
Read our September e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
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Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Update - July 2022
Read our July e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
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Join the Urban Forestry Commission
Joining the Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) is one of the most effective ways community members can help advocate and care for our city’s urban forest!
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Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Update - June 2022
Read our June e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
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Summer on the Willamette River – weekly water quality testing begins for 10th season
Want to swim, boat, play in the Willamette River? Water quality is good for recreation. A decade of data show low bacteria levels in the Willamette River - well within DEQ guidelines for water recreation. Find out weekly test results all summer long.
Press release
Parks partially addressed wasteful spending
This is a follow-up to our 2020 hotline investigation that found wasteful spending in the Park Ranger Program.
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Portland Urban Forestry Marks 45 Years as Tree City USA
The Arbor Day Foundation has awarded Portland its 45th Tree City USA Award, 25th Growth Award, and 3rd Tree Cities of the World Award. These programs recognize high achievement in municipal tree programs nationally and globally.
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Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Project Update - March 2022 (2nd edition)
Read our March e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
Updated Newsletter
Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Project Update - March 2022
Read our March e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
Updated Newsletter
Colwood Golf Center wins National Player Development Award
Colwood Golf Center, part of Portland Parks & Recreation, received the 2022 Player Development Award this week from the National Golf Course Owners of Association (NGCOA).
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