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City seeks community input on future of Enhanced Service Districts in Portland

In response to a critical audit, the City is improving a program that allows property owners to fund extra services such as graffiti and trash removal, social service outreach and special events. Portlanders are invited to take a survey, attend listening sessions and sign up for email updates.

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Portland City Council approves Central Eastside Enhanced Service District contract, expanding safety, care and sanitation services for community members

A new contract approved by City Council provides support to local businesses and expands access to safety and care services for unhoused community members. It is supported by property owners in the Central Eastside Enhanced Service District and managed by Central Eastside Together.

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Audit Update: City reviewing Enhanced Services Districts, Code changes possible in September

This is a one-year follow-up to our 2020 report, "Enhanced Services Districts: City provides little oversight of privately funded public services."

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