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TNC Driver's Advisory Committee Bylaws

October 25, 2021 3:32 pm Public notice

Teledentistry Options through Kaiser and Moda

Teledentistry, a version of telehealth, is the use of telecommunication to have an appointment with a dental provider.

October 25, 2021 1:54 pm Blog post

Portland’s Housing Bond Brings 144 Affordable Units to Northwest

144 new affordable units are coming to NW Portland, named in honor of local housing advocate Susan Emmons.

October 22, 2021 4:20 pm News article

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

October 22, 2021 9:37 am News article

Empowered Neighborhood Program offers resources, creativity in addressing building code violations

Staff from across the Bureau of Development Services, working with other city bureaus and students from Portland Community College, come to the aid of a black disabled homeowner in addressing multiple concerns, saving money and reducing fines.

October 21, 2021 3:15 pm News article

Request for Proposals

The Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center (IFCC) is a historic community center located at 5340 N. Interstate Avenue, in North Portland’s Overlook neighborhood. It has a indoor performance space which seats nearly 100 people, a rehearsal studio, and art gallery.

October 21, 2021 2:58 pm News article

Portland International Raceway Subcommittee

The Portland International Roadway (PIR for short) is in North Portland, adjacent to the Kenton neighborhood. They host events ranging from bicycle races to car shows, drag racing, sports cars, and motorcycle road racing.

October 21, 2021 2:53 pm News article

The State of Graffiti

In April, Civic Life's Graffiti Program reported a 300% increase in graffiti work during the height of COVID recovery (and just prior to the release of vaccines and the reopening of businesses). Six months later, we’re pleased to share that the work order requests have stabilized.

October 21, 2021 2:45 pm News article

Share Your Thoughts on the City's Budget

​​​​​​​The Budget Monitoring Process (BMP) takes place three times during the fiscal year. The BMP’s goal is to provide City Council with information on revenues and expenditures and allow for urgent and unforeseen changes to the budget.

October 21, 2021 2:35 pm News article

New format of inspection reports provides helpful information for customers

New inspection reports from the Bureau of Development Services provide clearer and more streamlined information for customers to review.

Updated October 21, 2021 12:30 pm News article

PCEF addresses effects of extreme heat on vulnerable communities with new grant opportunity

New Heat Response Program offers nonprofits serving low-income and BIPOC communities a chance to distribute and install portable heat pump/cooling units for vulnerable households.

October 21, 2021 12:11 pm News article

City of Portland Design Review team’s efforts noted in DeMuro Award for Jim Fisher Volvo restoration

Award citation lists City as partner in helping restore iconic West Burnside building

October 21, 2021 12:00 pm News article

Emergency partial closure of NE 33rd Avenue Bridge at NE Columbia Boulevard

The NE 33rd Avenue Bridge over NE Lombard Street will require a partial closure after engineers with the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) observed damage to the concrete in one of the bridge’s cross beams.

Updated October 21, 2021 10:45 am Traffic Advisory

Trail Blazers season outlook, according to the Portland Water Bureau.

It’s October, which means Portlanders are gearing up for their new routine. Rainy days capped off with a Blazers game in the evening, a Portland tradition.

October 19, 2021 12:21 pm Blog post

Lower SE Portland Area Plan News & Pin It, Portland

Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) and Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) are collaborating with community members to assess land use and transportation issues for Brentwood-Darlington and portions of the Lents, Ardenwald-Johnson Creek, Mt Scott-Arleta, and Woodstock neighborhoods.

October 19, 2021 10:15 am News article

PP&R’s Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center (IFCC) proposed as a center for Black arts and culture

Feasibility Study for community-led vision moving forward thanks to Parks Local Option Levy.

October 18, 2021 12:00 pm News article

Deadline extended: Help guide development review in Portland; apply by Oct. 29

The City of Portland is seeking interested persons to serve in one of four positions, each for a three-year term, on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Friday, Oct. 29.

Updated October 14, 2021 10:30 am News article

Expect delays eastbound across the Hawthorne Bridge tomorrow as crews adjust new traffic signals

Crews working for the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) will adjust the louvers in the traffic signal heads to improve visibility of the signals.

October 12, 2021 4:05 pm Traffic Advisory

Portland Housing Bureau Announces Nine Projects for Metro Funding

With the slate of new projects recommended for funding from Metro’s Affordable Housing Bond, Portland will surpass 80% of its Metro Bond housing goals. Land donation by Kaiser Permanente will further bond progress in 2022.

October 12, 2021 2:55 pm Press release

PBOT and Multnomah County Library announce winners of the 2021 Bike to Books Design Contest

Enjoy book recommendations from Multnomah County librarians inspired by this year’s winning designs

October 12, 2021 12:24 pm Press release