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Interim Director Molly C. Rogers announces her departure from the Portland Housing Bureau
Molly C. Rogers, the Interim Director of the Portland Housing Bureau, has announced her resignation. She has accepted the position of Director of Housing Services for Washington County. Interim Director Rogers’ last day the Bureau will be September 8, 2023.
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Portland's Housing Bond July 2023 Newsletter
The July 2023 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Rubio - Funding Swap Between Two Projects - The Joyce opens - Major Milestones Abound - Charting Bond progress
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Recent City of Portland Studies Show Challenges, Opportunities for Portland’s Housing Market
Community and Economic Development bureaus under Commissioner Rubio to discuss findings and production strategy during July 25 City Council work session
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Senate Bill 611 Passed by Oregon Legislature
SB 611 makes key changes to how the maximum allowable annual rent increases percentage is calculated for residential tenancies.
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HOLTE Program Announcement: Annual cap renews July 1
Submit applications starting July 5, 2023 at 8:00am.
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Two Upcoming Funding Opportunities Announced for 2023
Announcement of the upcoming 2023 Metro Bond Opportunity Solicitation and a Request for Proposals or Qualifications for the Broadway Corridor.
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Bond Funds Reallocated Between Two Projects; Metro Bond Project Withdrawal
To bring affordable homes online sooner, the 149-unit Barbur Apartments have switched from Portland Housing Bond to Metro Housing Bond funding; 149 units in hollywoodHUB have switched from Portland to Metro Bond funding. All unit counts remain the same. The Alcena will not move forward.
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The Joyce Opens in Downtown Portland to Provide Permanent Supportive Housing for People Exiting Homelessness
The project opening marks eleventh for Portland’s Housing Bond since voters approved the city’s first bond measure for affordable housing.
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N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy 2022 Annual Report
On May 31, the N/NE Oversight Committee presented their 2022 Annual Report to Portland City Council. Among its many highlights, the presentation illustrates that place matters, and matters greatly.
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2022 Oversight Committee Report Highlights Landmark Year for Portland’s Housing Bond
The committee overseeing implementation of city’s first affordable housing bond presented their 2022 report, highlighting the City’s accomplishments in exceeding commitments for the voter-approved resources.
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2022 Portland Housing Bond Progress Report
Presenting the 2022 progress report for the Portland Housing Bond.
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New Housing Report Shows Unprecedented Affordable Housing Production, Rising Incomes, Rent Increases
The State of Housing in Portland Report shows major progress on affordable housing, while disparities persist and rents across the city remain unaffordable for many, despite rising incomes.
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January 2023 N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy Newsletter
January updates from the N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy.
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City of Portland and Metro Advance Four New Affordable Housing Projects
Portland will exceed its goal for Metro’s Affordable Housing Bond with four new projects focused on rental and homeownership opportunities.
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Portland Housing Bureau: 2022 by the Numbers
A message from Interim Director Molly Rogers and a look back at the highlights and accomplishments from this last year.
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Portland's Housing Bond December 2022 Newsletter
The December 2022 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Ryan - The Starlight opens - Cutting the Ribbon at Hayu Tilixam - Boys & Girls Club Brightens Afternoons at Crescent Court - Charting Bond progress
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Portland's Housing Bond October 2022 Newsletter
The October 2022 edition of our Portland's Housing Bond Newsletter. A letter from Commissioner Ryan - Cathedral Village welcomes residents - An intern makes an impact at East Burnside Apts - Culturally-Specific Permanent Supportive Housing at Hayu Tilixam - Charting Bond progress
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