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BPS's Shawn Wood built a sturdy deconstruction program
Now he's off to the EPA to advance the use of low-embodied-carbon building materials on a national scale.
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City Council votes unanimously to adopt code refinements that help shelter providers site and tailor improvements to their properties
Changes focus on small outdoor shelters like Safe Rest Villages.
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Formula E Selects Portland for Summer 2023 Race, Only U.S. City to Host Premier Electric Race
Mayor Wheeler and Commissioner Rubio instrumental in bringing event to Portland
to help boost local economy and bring new entertainment to the City
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Winter Travel Advisory: More snow could create hazardous travel conditions Monday and Tuesday mornings
Be prepared for worse conditions than expected, as forecasts come with uncertainty about timing and amount of snow
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Winter Travel Advisory: More snow on the way as PBOT continues 24-hour snow and ice response
Parking citations will NOT be issued through noon on Tuesday, Feb. 28
Traffic Advisory
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.
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Portland city offices remain closed Friday; winter weather resources available
Following a winter weather event that began Feb. 23, 2023, City of Portland offices will remain closed for in-person services Friday, Feb. 24.
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Winter Travel Advisory: PBOT waives parking citations for cars left in city meter districts, time stays, or abandoned on streets after surprise snow storm
Waiving fees in light of surprise snow event.
Updated Traffic Advisory
How to quickly assess your financial wellness
According to the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, financial wellness is a state of being in which you can fully meet your current and future financial obligations while feeling secure in your financial future and making choices that allow you to enjoy life.
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City Council approves appointments to the City of Portland’s new Planning Commission
Eight new commissioners will help guide equitable growth and development across the city.
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Winter Travel Advisory: PBOT warns that more snow tonight, lingering freeze all day Thursday will cause hazardous road conditions
Wednesday snowfall was far worse than forecast, and more is on the way, especially east of Interstate 205
Traffic Advisory
Weekly Street Services report: February 13 - 19, 2023
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.
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City Council rejects moving Transparency Advocate Charter Amendment to the May ballot
February 22, 2023
Updated Press release
Portland Parks & Recreation Removes Older Park Light Posts, Plans Replacement as Funding Allows
The Bureau is removing a portion of light poles in 12 City parks that have been identified as having structural anchoring issues that could pose life and safety hazards to the public.
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Fully charged! Electric vehicle policy updates
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has been working hard behind the scenes to help make electric vehicles (EV) more attainable and charging more accessible to all Portlanders. PBOT is bringing a proposal to City council to enable companies to install EV chargers in the public right-of-way.
Updated Newsletter
Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update
Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
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PAC - February 2023 Public Meetings Update
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PAC - February 2023 Public Meetings
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A Boat Tow Gone Wrong on a City Dock Cost Travis Nagels His Home and Taxpayers $10,000
Article from Willamette Week. February 01, 2023
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