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Committed to equity in every project
The City of Portland is ensuring social equity on every project through contracting goals that encourage workforce diversity and create opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses.
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Portland Police Release Video To Recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month
To recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Portland Police Bureau is releasing a new video about the Bureau's Special Victims Unit and its partnership with Multnomah County and other local agencies. This partnership is called the Multnomah County Domestic Violence Enhanced Response Team.
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Fall Into Water Savings
As the seasons change, so do the water needs of your landscape. Here are a few tips to keep your landscape resilient and water efficient this season.
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Water Leak Repair Program Stories: Binh
Binh of Northeast Portland had an underground leak so large he had to turn his water on and off again every time he used it. We fixed his leak for free so he can run his water full-time and worry free!
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A ride through North Precinct with Commander Tina Jones.
North Precinct's Commander Tina Jones shares a bit about her precinct and the men and women who serve there.
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Water Leak Repair Program Stories: Mark
Mark's dripping faucet used to drive him crazy. Our Water Leak Repair Program fixed his leaks and gave him back his peace of mind.
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Saving my grandparents’ North Portland home
Ms. Miranda Monroe recently shared her experience repairing her grandparents’ home.
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Refinements to the Shelter to Housing Continuum project ready for public review
New proposals will streamline the process of creating shelter for people experiencing houselessness; address code barriers and unanticipated technical issues.
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PSA: Back to School
It's the beginning of the school year and it's up to all of us to make sure that every kid gets home safely.
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PSA: Stolen Hyundai and Kia Vechicles
Over the past few weeks media outlets across the country are reporting on viral videos that show vulnerabilities in Kias and Hyundais making them easier to be stolen.
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PSA: Police Warning about "Skittles" Fentanyl
The Portland Police Bureau Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit wants you to be aware of new pills they are finding on the street. In addition to the light blue fentanyl-laced m30 pills we're used to finding we're now seeing pills of various colors mixed together in what is being called "Skittles".
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Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Invitation August 26th - September 18th
Your Columbia Employee Store Invite has arrived.
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Can I recycle this?
Find out which plastics can go in your recycling bin, and which can’t.
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Why "tanglers" should never go in your recycling bin
Plastic bags, rope, cords and clothing all wreak havoc at the recycling facility.
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Trim your waste by bulking up
Reduce waste and save money by switching from single-use items to bulk.
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Sustainability resources for home-based businesses
Home-based businesses can take advantage of residential energy and water saving programs.
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3 tips to bring bike riders to your business
Set up free bike racks and promote your bike friendly offerings.
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Don't flush your Franklins down the toilet
Save money and water by fixing leaky toilets or upgrading to a water-efficient one.
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