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City releases 2022 Portland Insights Survey results, more than 5,000 Portlanders share thoughts on city services, policy and budget
Last fall, the City took an approach to learning Portlanders’ thoughts on City services, policy and budget decisions aiming to ensure that all Portlanders, including historically underserved communities, have a voice and representation in local government.
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PDX 311 extends customer service hours to seven days a week
Beginning July 1, PDX 311’s customer service team will be available by phone and email from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, except federal holidays. Community members can reach PDX 311 by calling 3-1-1 or (503) 823-4000.
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City of Portland and LiUNA Local 483 reach tentative agreement
A three-day strike is over, with the announcement of a tentative agreement between the City of Portland and LiUNA, Local 483, Portland City Laborers. The agreement ensures continuity of wastewater operations, pollution testing, street maintenance and park ranger services.
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City participates in mediation, finalizes citywide preparations for labor strike
The City offers significant pay increases while cross-bureau planning efforts get finalized to ensure the essential services Portlanders rely on everyday are minimally disrupted should a strike begin Feb. 2 at 12:01 a.m.
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City of Portland prepares for Laborers' Local 483 to strike as early as next week
The City of Portland is preparing for more than 600 City employees represented by the Laborers’ Local 483 to go on strike on Feb. 2, 2023 at midnight. The City and Laborers' Local 483 - Portland City Laborers, known as PCL, have been negotiating a new contract for nearly 10 months.
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City of Portland continues cybersecurity investigation, pays affordable housing provider for stolen $1.47 million
The City continues its internal investigation into a recent cybersecurity breach. The incident has been referred to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Portland Police Bureau.
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City of Portland identifies fraudulent financial transaction, launches cybersecurity investigation
Preliminary evidence indicates that an unauthorized entity gained access to a City of Portland email account and spent City funds.
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Proposed Contract Renewal for Downtown Portland Clean & Safe Would Fund Mental Health Outreach Team, Enhance Cleaning and Trash Removal, Continue Popular Events and Promotions
City of Portland leaders and Downtown Portland Clean & Safe announce proposed changes to the 5-year contract.
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Mayor’s statement about Sunday’s violent demonstrations
Mayor Ted Wheeler's public statement about the violent demonstrations that occurred in Portland on Sunday, August 22, 2021.
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Reminder: Due date extended to May 17 for Portland's Arts Education and Access Income Tax
Portlanders have an extra month to pay the $35 tax, which supports local arts programs and education.
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Portland's Chief Technology Officer recognized as national 'doer, dreamer and driver'
Government Technology magazine honors City of Portland's Chief Technology Officer, Jeff Baer, with national leadership award. Under his leadership, the Bureau of Technology Services dramatically expanded employee and community access during 2020.
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City of Portland Selects Community Safety Transition Director
City hires Mike Myers as Community Safety Transition Director
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Third-grader wins logo competition for Portland's Arts Education and Access Fund
New logo represents community benefits of the arts fund, which restored arts education in all of Portland's public elementary schools.
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Portland Revenue Online makes it faster, easier to pay city taxes
The Portland Revenue Online system allows taxpayers to manage information and pay taxes from computers, smartphones or tablets.
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Portland arts leader hired as City's new arts program manager
A statewide leader in arts advocacy and funding, Jeff Hawthorne previously worked for the Regional Arts & Culture Council.
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Financial report provides detailed look at City of Portland's $4.5 billion budget
The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report offers insight into the City's financial stability, community investments during COVID-19 pandemic.
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Portland painting company sanctioned for violating disadvantaged businesses contracting rules
City investigation: Portland Coatings received over $1 million in construction contracts while posing as a woman-owned business. Owners have been fined $20,000 and suspended from performing business with the City for 3 years.
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