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Multnomah County Tenants now have 90 Day Safe Harbor from Eviction for Nonpayment while applying for Rent Assistance

Multnomah County Ordinance 1296 strengthened protection for tenants. Safe harbor extended to 90 days.

July 13, 2021 3:00 pm News article

PBOT News Release: PBOT to donate original BIKETOWN bikes to Bend, Ore. and Hamilton, Ontario, expanding access to biking and reducing the carbon footprint of bike-sharing in Portland

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) plans to donate surplus BIKETOWN bicycles to two cities, reviving a bike-share system in Bend, and enhancing the bike-share system in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, under a plan the Portland City Council is expected to consider on Wednesday.

July 12, 2021 11:10 am Press release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New Prospective Recall Petition Filed

On July 8, 2021, a new prospective recall petition was filed with the City Elections Office and approved for circulation on July 9, 2021.

July 9, 2021 10:12 am Press release

image of downtown portland taken from across the Willamette River. A parallelogram with the words "Elections Press Release" is overlaid on image.

Follow these guidelines to submit a permit application under current zoning code before July 31, 2021

Changes to the City of Portland's zoning code will go into effect on Aug. 1, 2021. Learn more about how to submit a permit application if you wish to have the current zoning code apply to your project.

Updated July 7, 2021 2:35 pm News article

Portland Water Bureau Resumes Normal Operations As Chlorine Shortage Resolves

After a shortage threatened reliable shipments of chlorine to the West Coast and other parts of the country, the Portland Water Bureau has resumed normal operations.

July 6, 2021 2:07 pm News article

Art and Recovery

Join the Community Safety team on Wednesday, July 14, from 3 to 4 p.m., for a free and virtual presentation on "art and recovery."

July 6, 2021 10:37 am News article

A photo of an apartment window in Portland. In the window are a few signs showing support for Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ+ pride.

Never Look Away

Civic Life's Graffiti Program is proud to provide funding to the community mural project "Never Look Away". The mural will be located at 720 NW Davis and will expand visibility and acknowledgment of the contributions of LGBTQ+ people.

July 6, 2021 10:32 am News article

Detail of mural honoring the lives of LGBTQ+ community members

Filtration Construction Activity Update - July 3

July 3, 2021 5:00 pm Newsletter

Paving Continues on SE Hawthorne

Construction continues on SE Hawthorne Boulevard as the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) completes curb ramp work next week and paving crews work from SE 24th Avenue to César E. Chávez Boulevard.

July 2, 2021 12:10 pm Traffic Advisory

Free transit, discounted BIKETOWN: Rediscover Portland This Fourth of July Weekend

The weekend of July 3-5, 2021, is the perfect time for Portlanders to explore the city and support local businesses.

July 2, 2021 9:51 am News article

Here for Jade District. Here for Cully. July 3-5 Free Rides on Trimet.

Sewage Advisory: Broken pipe releases sewage on S Texas Street

July 1, 2021 10:06 pm News article

Traffic Advisory: I-84 closure for bridge installation is postponed

A new date will be announced when it becomes available.

July 1, 2021 1:59 pm Press release

DEQ Diesel Emissions Mitigation Grant Applications Open Through 8/31/21

DEQ grant funds to support compliance with Clean Air Construction are now available. Applications are open through 8/31/20. DEQ has $8 million to award and grants can cover up to 100% of retrofits, 40% of repower and 25% of replacement. The City provides free fleet assessments to qualifying firms.

July 1, 2021 11:47 am News article

Portland City Council adopts major improvements to the City’s design review process and program

Changes will allow more multi-family housing and mixed-use projects to go directly to the permit process; expands the design standards so more projects can meet them.

July 1, 2021 8:29 am Press release

Mayor Ted Wheeler, Fire Chief Sara Boone and City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty Announce Ban on Sale of Fireworks

Ban on fireworks sales stems from concerns for public safety due to recent hot and dry conditions

June 30, 2021 5:12 pm Press release

Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - June 2021

June 30, 2021 5:00 pm Newsletter

Mayor Ted Wheeler Encourages Residents to Be Here for Portland July 3-5

Free transit on Trimet and Portland Streetcar and discounted BIKETOWN rides to/from downtown Portland intended to encourage support for local businesses

June 30, 2021 3:18 pm Press release

Noise Review Board Recruiting a New Advisory Body Member

The City of Portland's Noise Review Board is now recruiting a new member to join the board. Applications due Friday, July 9, 2021.

July 5, 2021 8:00 am News article

Bull Run Treatment Projects annual update

Generations of Portlanders will benefit from the long-term improvements we're making to enhance our water system’s resilience and reduce future risks. Learn the many ways the Bull Run Treatment Projects are making a difference for people in our community today and long into the future.

June 30, 2021 11:00 am Blog post

News Blog: As transformation of SW Capitol Highway begins, PBOT open house answers questions about construction

Construction began June 14 on the long awaited SW Capitol Highway project where Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) crews are adding sidewalks and bike lanes, along with other improvements including stormwater facilities and new water mains.

June 30, 2021 9:14 am Blog post

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