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Building a Better 82nd: November 20, 2025
Biweekly email updates about Building a Better 82nd
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Deadline extended: Experienced with public art? Passionate about urban design and architecture? Join the Design Commission.
The City of Portland is seeking applications for two upcoming openings, starting as early as April 2026, for four-year terms on the Design Commission. Applications are accepted through Sunday, Dec. 14.
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UPDATE #4: Third Arrest Made in 2022 Homicide in Madison South Neighborhood
A third suspect in the March 2022 fatal shooting of Mohamed Shaani has been arrested.
Updated Press release

PPB, Partner Agencies Promote Safe Travel Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday
The Portland Police Bureau is teaming up with partner agencies to promote safe travel during the holiday season.
Press release

PPB Monitors Protest Activity in South Waterfront; No Arrests Made
The Portland Police Bureau monitored protest activity in the South Waterfront, and no arrests were made.
Press release

Notice of Land Use Proposal LU 25-091603
Extension to an Approved Land Use Review
3575 NE Columbia Blvd
Public notice - Proposal
Notice of Land Use Proposal LU 25-042502 LDP
Land Division Partition Review
303 NE 139th Ave
Public notice - Proposal
Notice of Land Use Proposal LU 25-039922 EN
Environmental Review
NE 46th Ave right-of-way, 7030 NE 46th Ave, 7107 NE 47th Ave, 4646 NE Buffalo St (only small sliver on south-side of Whitaker Slough)
Public notice - Proposal
UPDATE #2: Video Summary of Police Use of Deadly Force Following Lloyd District Shooting Released
The officers who were involved in a police use of deadly force incident following a suspect firing a gun in the Lloyd District Neighborhood are being identified, and a video summary of the incident is being released.
Updated Press release

Kafoury Court Has Opened
Kafoury Court has opened, bringing 40 units of Permanent Supportive Housing to Northeast Portland.
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Show your toilet some love for World Toilet Day
World Toilet Day highlights the critical role of toilets and wastewater infrastructure in protecting public health and the environment. Learn more about our wastewater system and some easy steps you can take to show your toilet some love.
Blog post

PPB Monitors Protest Activity in South Waterfront; No Arrests Made
The Portland Police Bureau monitored protest activity in the South Waterfront, and no arrests were made.
Press release

Weekly Street Services report: November 10-16, 2025
The Street Services Coordination Center is dedicated to assisting people experiencing homelessness and reducing the impacts of homelessness in Portland. We collect trash, evaluate health and safety risks, remove unsafe camps, provide shelter referrals and transportation to shelters.
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PBOT Vision Zero November 2025 newsletter
PBOT's Vision Zero November 2025 newsletter.
Updated Newsletter

Councilor Morillo's November Newsletter
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City of Portland and the 11 IPR employees represented by AFSCME reach tentative agreement
Following a three-day strike, the City of Portland and AFSCME, representing 11 Independent Police Review employees, reached a tentative agreement on a new labor contract. A ratification vote by Portland City Council is anticipated by the end of the calendar year.
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Thank you for supporting our parks
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Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Tozer Quarterly Reports
As part of the Tozer Settlement Agreement, the City compiles quarterly reports summarizing its compliance with key provisions of the settlement. Those quarterly reports for July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 are provided here.
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New permit pages updated for easier use and navigation
The City of Portland builds on its efforts to streamline information and improve the permitting process.
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UPDATE: Individual Killed in Southeast Portland Shooting Identified
The individual killed in a shooting in Southeast Portland has been identified.
Updated Press release

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