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Caring for our customers now—and tomorrow—through wise infrastructure investments
As we invest in the Bull Run Treatment Projects, we're committed to keeping water affordable by taking advantage of low-interest rate financing, managing costs closely, and offering assistance to customers who could use help paying their bill.
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NE Alberta St: 15th to 30th Avenues Paving and Curb Ramp Project Update
NE Alberta St: 15th to 30th Avenues Paving and Curb Ramp Project Update
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Announcing Technology Kit partners
The COVID-19 Digital Divide Response Work Group is excited to announce 24 community partners participating in the CARES Act Technology Kit project!
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A Holiday Message From Mayor Wheeler
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Women in Water: Anna Buckley
Anna Buckley, Water Resources Program Coordinator, assesses the health of streams in the Bull Run Watershed. Culverts, the pipes that channel natural streams and roadside ditches under roads, are Buckley’s major point of emphasis.
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Urban Forestry's Newsletter: Tree Bark November 2020
Subscribe to Tree Bark, Urban Forestry's digital newsletter featuring updates about upcoming events, tree regulations, tree giveaways, tree care, and more!
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News Release: PBOT, Portland Business Alliance make it easier than ever to support downtown businesses & 'ShopSmallPDX' this holiday season
Park downtown and fall back in love with Portland this holiday season
Garages close for the Thanksgiving Day holiday, then return to normal on Friday before Free Parking Saturdays begin this Saturday
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Travel Advisory: Portland Aerial Tram to close for routine maintenance Nov. 26-29
The Portland Aerial Tram will close for scheduled maintenance from 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, reopening at 5:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 30.
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Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund seeks proposals for $8.6 million in first round of funding for community projects
Accepting proposals for community projects that address the climate crisis in a way that advances racial and social justice.
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Most BDS permit fees increasing Dec. 1; You can still submit a complete permit application to avoid increases
Many permit fees for the Bureau of Development Services will increase on Dec. 1. Here are guidelines for how to submit a completed building permit application and avoid the fee increases.
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Mayor Wheeler Statement on Vandalism and Violence
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City Council poised to appoint 20 community leaders to Portland Charter Commission
Charter Commission will evaluate Portland’s founding document, recommend changes to the way the City works.
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Get outdoors this winter with SmartTrips Adventure Bingo
As we stay home during the statewide freeze to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) SmartTrips program invites you to participate in our Adventure Bingo during winter 2020-2021.
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Supporting Local Businesses During COVID-19 (FAQ)
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SE 136th Avenue Construction Update
Despite rainy weather, crews are continuing work on SE 136th Avenue. Currently most of the work is focused on excavating and constructing curbs, sidewalks, and driveways between SE Steel Street and Foster Road
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Mayor Wheeler Statement on Laurelhurst Park
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Questions from the community: Why doesn’t the City provide more alternative safe spaces for individuals experiencing homelessness?
Get answers to your questions about Portland's Homelessness and Urban Camping Impact Reduction Program.
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Know Your WWC Criteria: Setting Measurable Citywide Goals
What Works Cities certification provides a national standard for management of local governments using data and evidence. In this blog series, we highlight WWC certification criteria and what the City of Portland is doing to achieve them.
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