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Portland’s Independent District Commission selects district map boundaries to create four geographic voting districts for the election of city councilors starting in November 2024
In response to public comments, the commission revised the Alder map to create the final map for the four districts. The districts were assigned numbers. The use of the Alder name will be discontinued. The commission voted to approve the final district plan on August 21.
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Plan to protect Portland’s residents, properties, wildlife, and floodplains heads to City Council
Portlanders invited to testify on the Floodplain Resilience Plan Recommended Draft and proposed amendments to City Council virtually or in-person at a public hearing on August 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. or in writing via the Map App or U.S. Mail.
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Updates to draft Ezones in Columbia Corridor and nearby industrial land available for review
The updated draft Ezones reflect site visit results and refinements of mapping policies. Residents, business owners, and property owners are invited to review the updated draft Ezones on the CCIL Map App. Contact project staff with questions or use the Map App to request a site visit.
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Traffic Advisory Update: SE Yamhill Street reopens after sinkhole repair between 74th and 76th avenues
Emergency repair work concluded on SE Yamhill Street after a sinkhole opened up this spring, revealing an extensive underground cavity. Crews reinforced a century-old sewer pipe with a new plastic liner, made additional repairs, and filled the cavity in stages to ensure stability.
Updated Traffic Advisory
Weekly Street Services report: August 7 - 13, 2023
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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How to keep your plants hydrated in the heat
Everyone needs to stay hydrated during heat waves--including plants! Follow these eight tips to keep your plants happy when its hot while using water wisely.
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A smoother street is coming to NE 33rd Avenue, from NE Knott to NE Columbia, from Monday Aug. 7 through late September
Closures and detours be in place -- during work hours only -- in six phases, about a week at a time, from south to north, along a 2-mile corridor
Updated Traffic Advisory
Early garbage pickup on hot days
On very hot days, waste collection may start earlier than usual for the safety of collection drivers. Residential customers should set garbage, recycling, and compost bins out at the curb the night before.
Updated News article
Working Proactively to Elevate the Role of Arts + Culture in the City of Portland
Updated News article
Grant Bowl Closed to Permitted Practices and Games
The facility remains open for public use
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Heat is Coming, Cool off with Portland Parks & Recreation
City, Multnomah County have Resources to Help when it’s HOT
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Caring for Trees is Very Important During Hot Weather!
Essential Guidance from Portland Parks & Recreation’s Urban Forestry Team
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Boise Parking Plan Summer 2023 News
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PBOT Vision Zero July/August 2023 Newsletter
Updated Newsletter
PBOT Safe Routes to School July/August 2023 Newsletter
Updated Newsletter
Request for Information to Law Firms and Attorneys
The Portland City Auditor’s Office on occasion uses outside counsel for advice and analysis, as well as representation in litigation. The Office is seeking to broaden its pool of qualified attorneys or law firms that may be interested in providing these project-based outside legal services.
Updated Public notice
PBOT to temporarily close SW 3rd and Alder SmartPark public parking garage on Friday, Aug. 18
The 3rd and Alder SmartPark closure allows for a consolidation of resources across four other public parking garages downtown
Updated Press release
Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - August 2023
Please read our August 2023 Bull Run Treatment Project Update.
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