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 A brand new Berrydale Park
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What a year! So. Many. Things. So many, in fact, that some of them may have slipped past you while you were doomscrolling. Check out some of the developments that brightened the City's outlook in 2025. You may be surprised at what slipped past you.
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Portland Mayor Keith Wilson, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek, and a wide array of community leaders demanded a halt to military-style federal immigration operations and asked Oregonians to remain united and calm, pending a full investigation into an incident where federal agents shot and wounded two people in a hospital parking lot.
The Barbur Apartments are breaking ground. Developed by Innovative Housing, Inc., this project brings 149 new affordable homes to Hillsdale. 103 units will have 2-4 bedrooms for larger families, 30 of which include Project Based Vouchers for deep affordability. The project will include a half basketball court, central courtyard, communal outdoor decks on two floors, and two community rooms for afterschool programs and more.
To improve efficiency and save money, the transit agency is proposing substantial changes to transit service, including eliminating several bus lines and shortening the MAX Green Line. Learn more about TriMet’s service proposals and share your feedback by Jan. 31.
A thief stealing copper wire contributed to the circumstances that led to a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a semi. The initial investigation by Portland Police determined that some time before the crash, someone cut wires in the transfer box leading to the traffic lights in the intersection. That caused the lights to stop working and is a contributing factor to the crash. The tractor-trailer, a 2022 Freightliner, exited I-205 southbound to Northeast Airport Way and was turning onto eastbound Airport Way after stopping. The motorcycle, a 2012 Triumph Tiger, was traveling in the eastbound Airport Way in the right lane and did not stop at the non-operating light.
Portland City Archives and Don’t Shoot PDX are partnering on a series of events designed to grow community connections, build archival skills, and create a foundation to ensure community stories are accessible for generations to come. This series of community archiving events is an opportunity to work on personal archiving projects, chat and connect with community members, and receive guidance from the memory workers at Don't Shoot PDX and the Portland City Archives.
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The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) is now seeking proposals from qualified consultants and firms to serve as contracted service providers for our program. The service providers selected will provide organizational development services to nonprofits who are PCEF grantees. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening the infrastructure and capacity those leading the charge on climate action in our city. You can also attend an optional pre-proposal meeting on January 12, 2026 at 12 p.m.
Portland Staycation: Winter Edition invites locals to become travelers and to explore, indulge, wander, and warm up to the glow of winter in Downtown and across the Central City.
For the first time, Portland Staycation is partnering with the Portland Winter Light Festival, transforming the first two weekends in February (Friday, February 6 - Sunday, February 8 and Friday, February 13 - Sunday, February 15) into a radiant celebration of art, light, food, and discovery.
Central City businesses, events, and attractions are invited to join this campaign. If you're interested in introducing new customers to your business, surprising and delighting festival-goers, and being part of a citywide celebration that lights up the winter - Portland Staycation is the perfect fit. Interested in participating? Learn more and get involved. The deadline to sign up is Thursday, January 15, 2026.
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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. Jan. 12
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Winter is just around the corner, and you know what that means: the possibility of tree damage from ice and snow. Trees are resilient and can usually handle a little bit of winter weather. However, even the most resilient trees can benefit from some extra attention before the snow starts to fall.
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The Office of Small Business maintains a list of community classes and events, such as Intro to Bookkeeping and Metro Small Business Open House. Also find monthly office hours in each district with our Small Business Liaisons!
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Come join Rose City Self-Defense and the Safe Blocks Program in collaboration with the library for an Introductory Personal Safety and Self-Defense workshop to learn empowering skills to help keep yourself and your young ones safe and strong! Snacks provided for all attendees. Jan. 21
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New job openings at the City of Portland
Featured job
The Chief Equity Officer (Director I) serves as the City’s senior executive responsible for shaping, implementing, and advancing citywide equity strategies, policies, and cultural transformation efforts. Reporting to the City Administrator, this position leads the Office of Equity and Human Rights and serves as the City’s chief advisor on equity, civil rights compliance, accessibility, and anti-discrimination practices.
This leader works across all bureaus and offices to operationalize equity in governance, budgeting, workforce practices, community engagement, and service outcomes. The Chief Equity Officer represents the City in regional, statewide, and national equity forums, builds meaningful partnerships with community organizations, and ensures legal and ethical compliance with civil rights and accessibility mandates.
The role requires a strategic systems thinker, a culturally grounded relationship-builder, and an experienced executive who can inspire change in a complex political and organizational environment.
New job openings
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Code Specialist II
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Community Police Officer (Open Continuous)
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Facilities Maintenance Technician-CL - Open Until Filled
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Recycling Improvement and Evaluation Coordinator (Coordinator II - CPPW) - Limited Duration
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9-1-1 Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainee
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Aquatics Support Staff (Age 16+)
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Business Tax Section Manager (Manager I)
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Capital Project Manager II
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Community Police Officer - Open Continuous
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Chief Equity Officer (Director I)
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Electrician - Multiple Bureaus
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Environmental Technician I
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Golf Course Equipment Mechanic (Greenskeeper III)
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Laboratory Coordinator
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Lateral 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainee
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Recreation Leader - Instructor
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Mechanical Maintenance Planner/Coordinator II – CPPW
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Portland International Raceway Maintenance Supervisor I (Exempt)
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Street Systems/Operations Divisions – Coordinator II – CPPW
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Shared Micromobility Implementation Specialist (Transportation Demand Management Specialist II)
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Wastewater Operations Specialist
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Wastewater Operator II
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Grants and funding
Commercial construction projects that are planning demolition of an existing building may qualify for incentives to promote material reuse versus recycling and landfill waste. The grants incentivizes reuse of materials through building clean out, fixtures skim, deconstruction, or structure moves.
The Building Energy Efficiency (BEE) Grant Program supports small businesses and small commercial building owners (less than 40k square feet) providing funding for energy efficient upgrades that reduce energy usage and cost, create health benefits, and increase business resilience.
Commercial Building Owners who meet all of the following criteria: The size of commercial building is 40,000 square feet or below; commercial building is located within Portland city limits; and owner leases (or agrees to lease) to an eligible tenant with a minimum of two years remaining on lease agreement.
Small Businesses meeting the following criteria: Has a current City of Portland and Oregon State business registration; employs 50 or fewer employees; occupies a leased or owner-occupied commercial space that is under 40,000 square feet; and is located within Portland city limits.
Application deadline: Ongoing
The Portland Housing Bureau seeks proposals from nonprofit organizations, community groups, coalitions, or fiscally sponsored projects that serve communities located in East Portland (east of I-205). This grant is designed to help local organizations grow, strengthen their operations, and support housing-related work, including building capacity, improving community outreach, and supporting education around housing topics.
Who's Eligible: Community-based organizations.
Application Deadline: Applicants must register in WebGrants by January 16. Applications are due January 28 by noon.
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Give us your feedback
How can Portland support job growth while also making strong environmental commitments? Learn more about the two draft plans below and submit testimony for a Planning Commission hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
In order for jobs to grow over time, we need the right kind of land in the right places. The latest draft of the Economic Opportunities Analysis outlines how land use strategies can support job growth in different areas of Portland. This proposal has been refined based on public input and will be considered by the Planning Commission on Jan. 13. Learn more about the proposed strategies and how to provide testimony.
The Columbia Slough is a somewhat hidden, slow-moving channel in north and northeast Portland that winds its way through industrial areas, while also providing critical wildlife habitat and water quality benefits. Portland is planning for stronger environmental protections in the Columbia Slough and other parts of the City based on more accurate mapping of these natural features. The latest proposal has been released for public testimony. Learn more!
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Serve on a board or committee
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is seeking community members to support the Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park Bowl Redevelopment Project, which includes a national design competition, followed by design development for the Bowl area. Apply by Jan. 19
The Portland Children’s Levy (PCL) Community Council advises staff and the Allocation Committee on PCL policies and processes, including funding, grant and Levy performance, and community engagement plans and practices. After 3 years of focus on funding processes and grant-making, the Community Council will turn its attention to reviewing policies and practices used to assess Levy and grant performance. Apply by March 2, 2026
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Portland City Council
The City Auditor's Office has updated how you sign up to speak at City Council meetings to make it more predictable, consistent, and efficient. No more planning months ahead — registration now opens at 9:00 a.m. the Friday before each meeting.
Public communication sign-ups will now follow the same timeline as testimony on agenda items, making the process easier and more streamlined for everyone.
Not sure what district you’re in?
Check our district map to find your district and your City Councilors.
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Youth and adults are welcome to join an afterschool litter clean-up in the area shared by Earl Boyles Elementary School, Ron Russell Middle School, and Earl Boyles Park. We will provide all the supplies, snacks, and warm beverages! All ages and abilities are invited. Jan. 28
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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
Portland City Archives, AP/5865
This photo from July 13, 1960, shows a striping buggy and pusher truck at SE Foster Road near 72nd Avenue looking west.
You can find more old photos at Efiles, which is used by the City of Portland Auditor's Office to make available online City records such as ordinances, resolutions, City Council minutes, historical documents and photographs. Search it now.
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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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