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City of Portland remote employees will transition to hybrid work in 2022

More than half the City’s employees have worked remotely throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The City will ask them to return to worksites at least one day per week.

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City of Portland expands electric vehicle capacity with new charging contract and state grant

By reducing vehicle emissions, CityFleet and PBOT will help fight climate change and advance the City’s goal of achieving “net zero” by 2050. 

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What’s next for monuments and memorials

Portland City Council has allocated $50,000 for a community-based process moving forward.

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Enhanced Service District Audit Response Underway

The City is proud to announce the beginning of the 18-month Enhanced Service District audit response process. The three-stage process includes Information, Listening and Implementation. Learn how to be involved and stay apprised of upcoming announcements.

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City of Portland establishes COVID-19 vaccination requirement for vendors, consultants, contractors, volunteers and grantees

Effective January 3, 2022 the City of Portland will require all its vendors, consultants, contractors, volunteers and grantees who perform in-person work for the city to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Those who do not meet the requirement could be denied access to city facilities to perform work.

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Providence Park turns 95

What we now know as Providence Park has lived through many iterations in its nearly 100-year history. From its humble beginnings as an amateur field in 1926 to hosting world championship games and some of the world's most famous singers, here's a brief recap of the historic stadium's existence.

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Proposed Contract Renewal for Downtown Portland Clean & Safe Would Fund Mental Health Outreach Team, Enhance Cleaning and Trash Removal, Continue Popular Events and Promotions

City of Portland leaders and Downtown Portland Clean & Safe announce proposed changes to the 5-year contract.

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Mayor’s statement about Sunday’s violent demonstrations

Mayor Ted Wheeler's public statement about the violent demonstrations that occurred in Portland on Sunday, August 22, 2021.

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Portland Mayor declares second state of emergency due to extreme heat

The emergency extreme heat declaration will be in effect beginning at noon on Wednesday, August 11 through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 15. The City will again operate its own cooling centers and outdoor misting centers to assist community members during extreme temperatures.

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Supporting arts and culture in COVID times

Local, state and federal governments have been stepping up to help the local arts community survive.

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Portland Mayor declares state of emergency due to extreme heat

The emergency extreme heat declaration will be in effect beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 30 through 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 31. City opens three cooling centers and three outdoor misting centers to help assist community members in extreme temperatures.

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City of Portland selects new Chief Procurement Officer to guide public investments, improve equity programs

Biko Taylor brings expertise from public school districts, commitment to support small businesses

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City Council approves new three-year contract with RACC

The Regional Arts & Culture Council has been providing arts-related services on the City's behalf since 1995.

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Grant opportunity for art-focused activities that support community safety and healing

The Community Safety Program of the Office of Community & Civic Life is teaming up with the City’s Creative Laureate and the City Arts Program to launch a pilot grant program for activities that support community grieving and healing, with a focus on safety.

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Grant opportunity for art-focused events that support community grieving and healing in Portland

The City seeks grant proposals for arts-focused and community-informed collective grieving and healing events taking place this summer and fall.

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City Council unanimously agrees on health and safety protocols for unsanctioned campsites

After reduced campsite removals during COVID-19, City Council agrees to address health and safety risks such as untreated sewage, blocked fire access and impacts on schools. The City will continue providing outreach, hygiene access and other services to people experiencing homelessness.

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Outdoor Emergency Shelters: Lessons Learned

Homelessness and Urban Camping Impact Reduction Program staff worked with the Emergency Coordination Center to set up three outdoor emergency shelters during the pandemic - and learned many lessons along the way.

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City clinic provides COVID-19 vaccines to underserved Portland communities

City employees volunteer for shifts at the drive-through clinic, which is located in outer northeast Portland. The clinic is designed to remove barriers for Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, people with disabilities and people who don’t speak English.

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Portland Building Perspectives: a virtual panel discussion

Sign up to attend a virtual panel discussion about the iconic Portland Building, which was designed by Michael Graves as the City's downtown headquarters.

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Reminder: Due date extended to May 17 for Portland's Arts Education and Access Income Tax

Portlanders have an extra month to pay the $35 tax, which supports local arts programs and education.

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