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Portland Changes Government After 109 Years

November 16, 2022 10:07 am News article

Bull Run Treatment Projects Construction Activity Update - November 15, 2022

Please read the November 15, 2022 Bull Run Treatment Project Construction Activity Update.

November 15, 2022 5:00 pm Newsletter

EV Ready Code Project heads to City Council with amendments from the Planning and Sustainability Commission

Council will hear public testimony on the code changes to increase access to electric vehicle charging facilities on Jan. 25, 2023.

November 15, 2022 3:04 pm News article

Weekly Street Services report: November 7 - 13, 2022

The Street Services Coordination Center is dedicated to assisting people experiencing homelessness and reducing the impacts of homelessness in Portland. We collect trash, evaluate health and safety risks, remove unsafe camps, provide shelter referrals and transportation to shelters.

November 15, 2022 2:30 pm Report

Talking Beat - Community Active Shooter Preparedness

This episode of the Talking Beat contains sensitive information and frank discussions of potential and past violence. If this is something that may not be appropriate for you and your mental health, please check the show notes for more detailed descriptions before listening to this program.

November 15, 2022 1:29 pm Blog post

Love your throne on World Toilet Day

It’s easy to take that porcelain throne for granted, but toilets and sewers are essential for public health. Learn about some easy steps you can take at home to show your toilet some love.

November 15, 2022 12:29 pm Blog post

Charter Commission Phase II Public Hearings

November 15, 2022 10:38 am News article

Here for Portland to distribute $50 gift cards to support local businesses

November 14, 2022 2:35 pm News article

COME WORK FOR 911!

“We are creating a workforce that represents our community,” said Melanie Payne, BOEC’s training and development manager. “If you are interested in launching an exciting and lifelong career, where you can make a difference, please attend one of the information sessions to learn more.” 

November 14, 2022 9:59 am Press release

Mayor Wheeler, staff meet with community stakeholders to discuss adopted resolutions on homelessness

November 14, 2022 9:52 am News article

Mayor Wheeler Proposes $27 Million City Budget ‘Down Payment’ to Help Build Six Designated Camping Sites

November 10, 2022 5:03 pm News article

Charter Commission November 2022 Update

November 10, 2022 4:00 pm Newsletter

Willamette River Crossing Project Update - November 2022

November 10, 2022 3:55 pm News article

Portland Police Releases Video Debriefing of September Amber Alert Call

PPB's Strategic Communications Unit is releasing a new video about the efforts to find a missing child who was asleep in a vehicle when it was stolen in September.

November 14, 2022 6:00 am Blog post

News Blog: Helping Portland grow UP. How one company moves giant equipment for construction around the city  

PBOT partnered with Highway Heavy Hauling in a video for the 2040 Portland Freight Plan 

Updated November 10, 2022 1:43 pm Blog post

Holiday Closure Notice: 11/11/2022 and 11/24/22-11/25/22

Urban Forestry Holiday Closure on Friday November 11th, 2022 and November 24th - 25th, 2022.

November 10, 2022 10:09 am News article

November updates Surveillance Technologies Policy

Policy public hearing delayed to February 2023; Surveillance Technologies policy refresher; Policy development and public involvement; Next steps and future work

November 10, 2022 10:05 am News article

457 Deferred Compensation Plan Contribution Limit Increase to $22,500 for 2023

457 Deferred Compensation Plan contribution limit increases to $22,500 for 2023; Catch-up limit rises to $7,500

November 10, 2022 7:32 am News article

Portlanders Approve Measure 26-228

Portland voters approved a package of reforms that will change our city’s election system and form of government.

November 9, 2022 1:34 pm Press release

Mayor Wheeler Outlines City Government Charter Transition Plans

November 9, 2022 11:45 am News article