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Cleaner sidewalks coming to East Portland
Portland Solutions
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Press release
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The City's Public Environment Management Office (PEMO) is expanding its sidewalk cleaning program to business corridors in East Portland. Crews clean up garbage along busy locations. Clean sidewalks promote health and safety for children, families, and vulnerable populations.
Crow Sculpture Lands at City Hall
City Government and Leadership
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News article
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City Hall is hosting one of 30 crow sculptures on Portland’s new Wildwood Art Trail—an easy stop for staff and a fun destination for visitors. Meet the crow, snap a photo, and explore the trail with the app and the map!
Colossal Mural Brings Color and Hope to Downtown
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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The City of Portland's Public Environment Management Office (PEMO) works with Askew One, the Portland Street Art Alliance, and property owners to add a giant splash of art to a vital downtown intersection.
Portland rolls out basic sidewalk cleaning service
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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Portland announces a basic sidewalk cleaning service along major business corridors and other high-impact areas. Crews on trikes and trucks clean up trash and biohazards from the sidewalks in busy locations so people can go to school, get to work, go shopping and keep appointments.
DIY Skatepark Brings Jolt of Energy to Old Town
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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A scrappy band of Portland skaters have turned a derelict parking lot into the vibrant Q-Side skatepark, with a helping hand from the city’s Public Environment Management Office (PEMO).
Meet the Problem Solver
City Government and Leadership
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Blog post
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Anne Hill runs the Problem Solvers, a small but mighty team working to make Portland’s public spaces safer and friendlier by solving problems, one block at a time. As director of the Public Environmental Management Office (PEMO), she focuses on keeping business districts vibrant and fun.
PEMO & Partners Unveil Nautilus Sculpture at Pride Plaza
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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PEMO Unveils New Wayfinding Project at Downtown SmartPark Garage
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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Collaboration with PBOT and local stakeholder groups was key in project to enhance navigation and promote building tenants.
PEMO Honored with ‘Collaborator Award’ Nomination at Lloyd EcoDistrict’s 6th Annual ‘Model the Way’ Awards
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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Public Environment Management Office and Partners Introduce Travel Portland ‘Near Me Now’ Sidewalk Clings
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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The project aims to enhance exploration of the Central City.
City, Unico Properties unveil mural on SW Ankeny, highlight downtown activations
Former Mayor Ted Wheeler
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News article
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Mural Project Kicks Off Across Portland in Collaboration with PEMO, PSAA
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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With the aim of neighborhood activation and supporting local artists, four murals have been completed across various neighborhoods, with more planned.
PEMO and Director Leon are honored at 1st Annual City of Portland Procurement Day
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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Their commitment to diversity and inclusivity in city contracting was highlighted by Mayor Ted Wheeler
PEMO Staff Participate in ‘We Believe in Portland’ Community Cleanup Event
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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The first event brought 500 people from over 100 organizations to Downtown Portland
PEMO Deputy Director receives special commendation from Portland Metro Chamber and Downtown Portland Clean & Safe
Public Environment Management Office
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News article
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Mayor Wheeler signs Emergency Declaration to Expedite Post-Pandemic Recovery By Coordinating Efforts to Clean Public Spaces
Former Mayor Ted Wheeler
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News article
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