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The Washington Park Summer Festival is happening August 9th and 10th at the Washington Park - Rose Garden Amphitheater (shown above). On the first evening, enjoy the jaw-dropping acrobatics and experimental theater of Tempos Contemporary Circus. The second evening features the Portland Cello Project performing Radiohead. The fun starts at 6 p.m. on both days. Find a Summer Free for All event near you
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Caption: Mayor Keith Wilson speaks with community members at a recent tour of the St. Stephen’s Overnight Shelter.
Portland is expanding overnight shelters in 2025 with a strong community engagement plan focused on safety, cleanliness, and neighborhood support. Each site includes proactive City services and clear communication channels to ensure livability for all.
Mayor Keith Wilson consulted community partners before issuing the executive order, which requires adjustments to some policies and programs. He called for strength, creativity and determination to achieve outcomes consistent with the city’s values.
Albina Vision Trust has completed its first affordable housing development, bringing 94 units to the Eliot neighborhood, including 32 deeply affordable units for extremely low-income households. This project was funded by the Metro Housing Bond.
In spring 2025, the City of Portland convened a project advisory group to develop recommendations for the future of the Veterans Memorials at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum (VMC). The group’s final report recommends relocating the granite honor roll walls to the main entry plaza in front of the VMC, dramatically increasing the memorials' visibility and accessibility while retaining their important connection to the building. Learn more about the report and next steps on these recommendations.
Portland Parks & Recreation’s (PP&R) Urban Forestry division has developed an emerald ash borer (EAB) Response Plan to manage the arrival of this highly destructive tree pest. Though it has not yet been confirmed in Portland, infestations have already been found in nearby Clackamas, Marion, Yamhill, and Washington counties.
People in the headlines
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Have a youth headed to college this fall? A teen beginning high school? A tween staying home by themselves for the first time?
Rose City Self-Defense and the Safe Blocks Program invite you to join us for an Introductory Personal Safety and Self-Defense workshop on Aug. 19 to learn the empowering skills to help keep yourself and your young ones safe and strong!
Mandatory training for Portlanders running for Mayor, Auditor, or Council who wish to participate in the matching program. Those considering running or considering participating are welcome and encouraged to join. Confidential one-on-one trainings are available. Next one is Aug. 11.
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New job openings at the City of Portland
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project Manager (Technology Capital Project Manager)
- Claim Analyst (Analyst I - CPPW)
- Community Health Assess & Treat Medical Responder (Comm Health Med Responder)
- Engineering Support Services Coordinator I (E) - CPPW
- Facility Construction Project Manager II (Capital Project Manager II)
- Financial Analyst III
- Golf Program Manager I
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Grants and funding
Through its Small Grants Program, the Office of Arts & Culture's three grantmaking contractors distribute grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to hundreds of individual artists and arts organizations. Arts & Culture's grantmaking contractors are Friends of IFCC, MusicOregon, and the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC).
Separately, Arts & Culture has a second grantmaking program called General Operating Support. That program provides direct, unrestricted grants to approximately 80 established nonprofit organizations each year that demonstrate artistic excellence, provide service to the community, show administrative and fiscal competence, and provide a range of high-quality art programs for the public. Organizations that receive General Operating Support are not eligible to apply for Small Grants Program funding.
This year, for fiscal year 2025-26, Arts & Culture provided $1,200,000 to be distributed via RACC for its Portland Arts Project Grants. Last year, for fiscal year 2024-25, the Arts & Culture provided RACC with the same amount, which was then awarded to 275 Portland-based grantees—185 individual artists and 90 arts organizations. Funds for this program are sourced from the City of Portland’s General Fund and Arts Access Fund, powered by the Arts Tax. Apply through Sept. 24.
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Give us your feedback
- Establish a citywide purpose statement
- Update the classification system
- Establish creation guidelines
- Provide for periodic review
- Establish dissolution guidelines
You are invited to share feedback on the project about these deliverables through this feedback form.
We'll discuss the current status of the program, plans for the future, and gather community insight on the growth of this vital city program.
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Serve on a board or committee
The Revenue Division is recruiting for a Revenue Division Appeals Board (RDAB) position that is set to expire 12/31/2025. The RDAB is the last administrative appeals step for taxpayers who are protesting an adjustment made by the City of Portland Revenue Division for any tax administered by the Division. Members must bring an appropriate, demonstrable level of expertise in both accounting and tax regulation. Read more about the position and use this online application by September 1, 2025. For questions, contact Celita Holt at Celita.holt@portlandoregon.gov.
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Not sure what district you’re in?
Check our district map to find your district and your City Councilors.
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Hop on the Aug. 13 City Bike Bus! Join City of Portland employees and commute downtown on nine unique bike routes ever second Wednesday of the month through October! Each bike bus will depart from their start location at a different time and arrive at Salmon Street Springs at 8:15 a.m. Once at Salmon Street Springs, enjoy coffee, treats, and conversation before heading off to your final destination. Want to make sure you never miss a bike bus? Text "City Bike Bus" to 888-520-0526 to receive monthly reminders!
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Featured events
Free events
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Community events in Portland parks
Volunteer events
For Portland Parks & Recreation planting and park clean up volunteer events, check the volunteer event filter.
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Request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for any City of Portland program, service, event, or activity. To ensure the best response, please make your request at least five business days before the program or event, if possible. |
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Your Portland moment
Community members can do their part to ensure the well-being of the city’s beloved trees. Trees are not only a vital part of Portland's aesthetic charm; they also play a critical role in combating climate change and providing essential shade and habitat. Read more about Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry team’s free tree programs, and get Urban Forestry information, programs, resources, and more!
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Traducción e Interpretación | Biên Dịch và Thông Dịch | अनुवादन तथा व्याख्या
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The City of Portland ensures meaningful access and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services. To request these services, call 311 for Relay Service or TTY: 711.
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