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Portland Parks & Recreation begins construction on new, more inclusive Gabriel Park playground

The new, much larger play area will be more accessible to people of all abilities and will have play elements that are unique in the PP&R system.

March 2, 2021 12:45 pm News article

A rendering of the new Gabriel Park playground. Construction begins in March 2021.

Portland Parks & Recreation advice for winter storm aftermath

PP&R staff continue working on more than 750 tree emergencies on public streets citywide. Here is an update and some helpful information for you.

February 24, 2021 11:22 am News article

A worker with Portland Parks & Recreation's Urban Forestry division addresses one of Portland's hundreds of fallen trees in February 2021.

Commissioner Rubio Statement on York Bust in Mt. Tabor Park

February 20, 2021 6:00 pm Press release

Portland Parks & Recreation will Restore 2021 Summer Programming

Portland Parks & Recreation announces plans for what we expect to offer in summer 2021. PP&R’s primary goal is to keep our community healthy and to protect the public from the spread of COVID-19. PP&R designed summer programming to meet public health guidance and to be flexible as conditions change.

Updated February 18, 2021 9:22 am News article

Free Lunch + Play staff members wearing masks and ready to hand out free meals and grab 'n' go activity kits to youth.

Portland Parks & Recreation is recruiting high school freshmen students for the EAGLE caddie program

Applications being accepted now until May 7; opportunities for summer employment; qualifying participants can apply for a full college scholarship

February 1, 2021 10:28 am News article

A photo of 2020's EAGLE caddies with face coverings at PP&R's Rose City Golf course.

Commissioner Amanda Fritz celebrates many Portland Parks & Recreation projects recently completed or planned for the near future

City Commissioner Amanda Fritz ends her tenure on Council and as the Commissioner-in-Charge of Parks by celebrating more than a dozen Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) park and trail projects citywide.

December 22, 2020 12:19 pm News article

Photo: The Lents Park nature patch. Courtesy of Portland Parks & Recreation, Portland, OR.

Mae Lin Plummer Takes the Helm at Leach Botanical Garden as new Executive Director

Mae Lin Plummer will be the new Executive Director of the iconic Leach Botanical Garden (pictured), starting in January. Longtime former Executive Director David Porter is retiring, with the City's gratitude.

December 16, 2020 12:47 pm News article

A shot of the foliage and facilities at Leach Botanical Garden

Portland Parks & Recreation’s Gateway Green improvements are complete; park reopens

All of Gateway Green, the popular PP&R off-road cycling and hiking destination, has reopened. We've completed a project enhancing the unique regional destination at the confluence of I-84 and I-205. The best access point is from the I-205 bike path.

December 15, 2020 12:13 pm News article

Riders pause before riding hills and bumps on a sunny day at PP&R's Gateway Green.

Portland Voters Approve Parks Operating Levy

Portland Parks & Recreation will now be able to maintain neighborhood parks appropriately, improve access and safety, provide equitable recreation programs, and proactively care for its natural areas and urban forest.

November 4, 2020 8:00 am News article

Smiling soccer players raise a trophy while the late former Parks Commissioner Nick Fish cheers

Portland Parks & Recreation’s Creston Park playground renovations, ADA improvements are complete

New playground, ADA features complete - made possible by 2014 Parks Bond, System Development Charges

October 22, 2020 4:10 pm News article

A child on the new accessible swing at Creston Park's playground

All Outdoor Parks, Natural Areas, and Trails have Reopened

Areas previously closed due to fire concerns have now reopened to the public.

Updated October 8, 2020 11:15 am News article

Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry crews Respond to nearly 50 Tree Emergencies

Work continues to reopen roads, clear debris after a major windstorm. PP&R Urban Forestry staff are essential responders in keeping Portland moving and safe.

September 8, 2020 2:04 pm News article