News

Spring is here and plazas are in bloom!

Highlighting events, a new guest piece from the community, and our survey on NW 13th Ave Plaza

April 11, 2024 3:20 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau treatment investments significantly improve lead levels in water

Improved drinking water treatment benefits all, especially people in homes with lead plumbing.

January 25, 2024 10:08 am News article

Bureau of Planning and Sustainability’s Rebecca Gibbons appointed to National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) Board of Directors

Gibbons will also co-chair the Broadband and Digital Equity Committee.

November 27, 2023 1:29 pm News article

Findley Commons: Veteran-Specific Supportive Housing

Learn about the Veteran-Specific Permanent Supportive Housing development Findley Commons in this video featuring staff and residents.

November 11, 2023 3:56 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau head engineer honored with DJC Women of Vision award

Portland Water Bureau Chief Engineer Jodie Inman, P.E., was among honorees at Thursday’s Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) Women of Vision ceremony. Photo courtesy of Daily Journal of Commerce.

November 2, 2023 11:07 am News article

Audit Update: Momentous move by Council to consolidate permitting as City reforms continue

This is a two-year follow-up to our 2021 report, Building Permit Audit: Long-standing inability to meet customers’ needs won’t improve without better management, sustained governance.

October 11, 2023 12:01 am News article

Audit Update: The Office of Management and Finance has addressed most City credit card risks; purchase of gift cards prohibited until City policy is in place

This is a two-year follow-up to our 2021 report, City credit card use slowed during pandemic but exposes underlying risks.

August 30, 2023 12:01 am News article

Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability releases five-year Climate Investment Plan

The Climate Investment Plan will be considered by City Council in a public hearing Sept. 20

August 24, 2023 1:00 pm News article

Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund Committee recommends final Climate Investment Plan to City Council

Five-year investment plan proposes $750 million investment in community-centered solutions for climate justice.

Updated July 27, 2023 3:30 pm News article

Audit Update: Council’s legislative changes helped the Portland Clean Energy Fund put management systems in place

This is a one-year follow-up to our 2022 report Portland Clean Energy Fund: Additional steps needed to implement voter-approved program.

July 5, 2023 12:01 am News article

Portland Clean Energy Fund releases second draft of Climate Investment Plan

The five-year investment plan outlines PCEF’s commitment to climate justice.

May 16, 2023 11:00 am News article

2022 Oversight Committee Report Highlights Landmark Year for Portland’s Housing Bond

The committee overseeing implementation of city’s first affordable housing bond presented their 2022 report, highlighting the City’s accomplishments in exceeding commitments for the voter-approved resources.

April 19, 2023 3:30 pm News article

Portland Clean Energy Fund releases first draft of Climate Investment Plan

The five-year investment plan outlines PCEF’s commitment to climate justice.

March 14, 2023 1:00 pm News article

Have an idea? We have a Mini Grant.

Applications are always open, and we will make our next selections after the April 1 deadline.

March 7, 2023 12:00 pm News article

Portland's Community Technology Program announces Digital Inclusion Coalition Grant Finalist

Grant funds will support a community-centered organization to bridge the digital divide and achieve digital equity throughout Multnomah County.

February 24, 2023 2:00 pm News article

City Awards Nearly $500,000 To Support Community-led Projects and Programs About the Portland Harbor Superfund

February 14, 2023 10:52 am News article

PCEF Climate Investment Plan review panels

Frontline communities are disproportionately affected by climate change, which is why we need their expertise and unique perspectives in this work. 

February 13, 2023 12:00 pm News article

12 finalists selected to receive ARPA Tech Kit Grants

If successful, these organizations will assist the City in distributing $2,445,225 of ARPA resources in devices to communities most in need.

February 7, 2023 9:54 am News article

Survey results: CIP accessibility and engagement survey

We asked to hear from you, and here's what you told us.

January 27, 2023 10:25 am News article

Apply for the Wireless Network Building Grant Opportunity

The application period has closed as of March 12, 2023.

January 27, 2023 8:00 am News article