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City Council approves new plan for equitable growth and development in southwest Portland

The West Portland Town Center Plan addresses community priorities, including the need for housing stability and access to economic opportunity and services in this diverse area of southwest Portland.

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Plan for the future of the West Portland Town Center heads to City Council for a public hearing tomorrow, Oct. 12, at 2 p.m.

Portlanders invited to testify on community development, land use, and infrastructure proposals to shape the future of West Portland Town Center as an equitable, resilient, and people-focused place.

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Plan for the future of the West Portland Town Center heads to City Council for a public hearing on Oct. 12

Portlanders invited to testify on community development, land use, and infrastructure proposals to shape the future of West Portland Town Center as an equitable, resilient, and people-focused place.

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PSC recommends the West Portland Town Center Plan to City Council

After holding two public hearings and several work sessions, the Planning and Sustainability Commission voted to recommend the new plan for this corner of SW Portland to City Council for consideration and adoption.

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PSC work sessions continue on January 11

Catch up on prior work sessions with the Planning and Sustainability Commission as they consider potential amendments to the West Portland Town Center Plan.

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West Portland Town Center Plan testimony deadline extended to Friday, October 29 at 5 p.m.

Community members invited to review the new long-range plan for SW Portland and share their comments with the Planning and Sustainability Commission.

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A new long range plan for West Portland Town Center aims to create a safe, vibrant, people-centered, and resilient community

The West Portland Town Center Plan Proposed Draft is ready for review; Portlanders invited to testify to the Planning and Sustainability Commission in writing via the Map App or at public hearings on September 14 and 28.

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Public feedback on West Portland Town Center Plan generally positive

Nearly 200 community members answered an online questionnaire about the Discussion Draft; results helping staff refine the draft plan before releasing a Proposed Draft for Planning and Sustainability Commission consideration.

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Plan for West Portland Town Center in SW Portland takes shape

Community members invited to review and comment on a preliminary draft of the WPTC Plan, which includes ideas to create more housing, jobs, transportation access, and community spaces in and around The Crossroads.

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Walk n’ Roll Tour of West Portland Town Center draws large crowd

Dozens of community members shared their hopes for The Crossroads area in SW Portland.

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Residents in the West Portland Town Center experience different health outcomes, depending on where they live

New consultant research on public health and best practices for equitable growth is informing how the town center plan can help reduce racial disparities in health and improve health outcomes for all.

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Learn about and share your thoughts on draft growth concepts for the West Portland Town Center

You’re invited! Join your neighbors to review and discuss ideas for growing an inclusive, healthy, and people-centered West Portland Town Center. Attend the open house in person on March 4, or view our online open house and fill out the survey after March 5.

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Design Workshop Saturday November 9: Help shape a people-centered West Portland Town Center!

Wanted: Community input on how to make the area more inviting, livable and accessible

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SW Portland residents invited to Fair Housing Community Conversation + Discussion

Participants can learn about and discuss how Portland’s housing and land use history continue to shape our neighborhoods.

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SW residents share their vision for the West Portland Town Center

A multi-cultural group gathers to discuss the future of housing, businesses and jobs, health and the cultural life of their community.

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Walking and Rolling Tour @ West Portland Town Center: June 15, 1 – 4 p.m.

Join fellow community members to stroll around The Crossroads in SW Portland and help shape the future of public spaces and streets.

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SW Portland event welcomes spring – and community members – to shape the future of the Crossroads area

Neighbors, businesses, families, students – all invited to an April 27 kick-off event for the West Portland Town Center Plan.

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Seeking a diverse group of people to guide long-range planning efforts for the West Portland Town Center

Consider joining a Community Advisory Group to help ensure broad community outreach and a health equity perspective as we create a long-term vision and action plan for this growing area in SW Portland.

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