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Veterans Memorial Coliseum turns 60

As one of Portland’s iconic venues celebrates a birthday, we remember the past and plan for the future.

Updated December 18, 2020 1:06 pm News article

City installing signs on 120 portable toilets to raise awareness, discourage vandalism

Responding to backlash, City shares message: "This is more than a bathroom. It's also a human right."

Updated December 3, 2020 11:28 am News article

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.

November 19, 2020 11:14 am News article

Procurement Annual Report: Businesses receive $845 million investment from City of Portland

Fiscal Year 2019-2020 report showcases changes, improvements and accomplishments in supporting the community and local economy, with an emphasis on social equity.

November 12, 2020 9:30 am News article

Project Manager Selected for 2020 Charter Commission

Julia Meier, former executive director of City Club and Coalition of Communities of Color, selected as project manager for Portland Charter Commission

September 10, 2020 2:00 pm News article

Portland adds 100 portable toilets to serve people experiencing homelessness, improve neighborhood livability

First batch of toilets coming to Northwest Portland, Old Town, downtown, Goose Hollow, inner Southeast and Northeast Portland

September 8, 2020 11:22 am News article

2020 Charter Commission Application Deadline Extended

The new deadline to apply to the 2020 Charter Commission is Sept. 14, 2020 at 5 p.m.

August 24, 2020 12:00 pm News article

Portland City Council allocates $114 million in CARES Act funding to provide COVID-19 support

Community involvement shaped proposal to support housing, public health, homelessness, small businesses, arts and culture.

July 22, 2020 4:33 pm News article

Portland seeks diverse community members to serve on Charter Commission

Apply by Aug. 30 to serve on the Charter Commission and shape the future of local government in Portland.

July 16, 2020 1:50 pm News article

Deadline is July 15 to pay Portland's $35 Arts Tax, supporting arts education and grants

Paying the Arts Tax online takes 3 to 4 minutes at Portland.gov/artstax.

July 9, 2020 1:00 pm News article

Portland Creative Laureate, Oregon Poet Laureate launch crowdfunding campaign to support artists affected by COVID-19

Emergency relief fund for artists receives more than $65,000 in donations, 250 applications for support in first two days

Updated May 20, 2020 7:00 am News article

City of Portland wins award for timely, transparent financial reporting

Chief Financial Officer: 'Timely financial data is needed more than ever'

May 6, 2020 6:48 pm News article

Safety Protocols for City Facilities

March 23, 2020 5:31 pm News article

Portland City Economist: To limit economic impact of COVID-19, 'end the panic as soon as possible'

Portland does better than average in booms, worse in recessions, says Portland City Economist Josh Harwood

Updated March 20, 2020 7:00 am News article

Notice to City Employees Regarding COVID-19 and Facilities Cleaning

Like other City services, the Office of Management and Finance Facilities team is responding to COVID-19 by focusing on emergency needs. We’re doing our best to keep facilities clean so we can protect employees and community members.

March 16, 2020 11:21 am News article