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A huge thanks to everyone who made the celebration special, including Thomas Lauderdale and Hunter Noack (pictured at the piano). Find more information about the years-long Thompson Elk Fountain restoration project.
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For over 50 years, community gardens across Portland have been places people return to. Not for the same reasons, but there's a similar pull. Belonging, purpose, joy, relief.
There's something about these gardens.
"It's healthy to be able to touch earth," says Portland Community Gardens program founder Leslie Pohl-Kosbau. "To be able to grow our own food. To have space to do that is incredibly important."
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The Portland Water Bureau is proud to announce that its Bull Run filtration facility has earned an Envision Platinum Award, the highest award level offered. Presented by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, the Envision Platinum Award honors projects that demonstrate exceptional performance across a range of sustainability indicators, including quality of life, leadership, resource allocation, natural world preservation, and climate resilience.
City Council adopted a proposal by Mayor Keith Wilson and Councilor Eric Zimmerman to bring tax relief to thousands of small businesses. The Council raised the threshold for the city’s business tax from $50,000 to $75,000 in 2026 and to $100,000 in 2027. The updated exemption will apply when businesses file taxes for the 2026 tax year.
The Portland Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) has been designated as an Accredited Center of Excellence in Emergency Medical Dispatch through the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch. This prestigious recognition places BOEC among an elite group of 911 centers worldwide committed to delivering the highest standard of emergency response.
April marks a significant period of reflection, education, and advocacy as we observe Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). This time is dedicated to acknowledging the profound impact of sexual violence and supporting those affected by it.
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Proposals are wanted that offer general design concepts to relocate the Veterans memorials to the plaza on the Rose Quarter campus. Submit proposals by 4 p.m. on May 7, 2026, as the first of a two-part process to select a design team that will ultimately generate a schematic-level design for the Veterans Memorials.
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When you donate items you no longer need, you're not just clearing clutter. You're helping neighbors, saving money, and keeping good stuff in use. In Portland, it's easy to do, thanks to some terrific local nonprofit organizations.
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Registration is currently open for several Rose City Self-Defense classes happening in May.
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Do you commute to work downtown? Want a chance to try out bike commuting with other Portlanders? Join the City Bike Bus Earth Day ride on Wednesday, April 22. A bike bus is a group of students—but in this case, adults—biking to school—but in this case, work—together.
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Find out what really goes in—and what stays out—at Portland.gov/Recycle. Recycling right saves energy, protects natural resources, and supports local jobs. Thank you for recycling right!
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New job openings at the City of Portland
New job openings
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Instrument Technician – Water Bureau
How to Apply Session
Curious about working for the City of Portland, but not sure where to start? Come join us for an interactive webinar where we'll walk you through the basics and share some helpful tips along the way. To learn more and find upcoming sessions check out our website here.
Next Session: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (PST)
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Grants and funding
The Portland Office of Violence Prevention is now accepting applications for the 2026 Safer Portland Grant to help prevent violence, especially gun violence, in both the near and long term.
Who's Eligible: Organizations located in the states of Oregon and Washington, providing services within the City of Portland and Multnomah County. Eligible applicants include grassroots contractors and community-based organizations.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
The Percent for Green grant program uses stormwater off-site management fees to fund green infrastructure projects that support and protect the public's sewer and stormwater systems and provide broad benefits for watershed health and the community. Up to $350,000 is available for community groups, including schools.
Who's Eligible: Only community groups and schools whose pre-applications have been approved.
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
Funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, planning grants support organizations in conducting assessments or planning needed to develop a full project proposal. Implementation grants can be used for projects that advance economic, social, and climate justice. The 2026 Community Grants funding cycle will offer up to $60 million across all grant types and funding areas. Funding limits (grant caps) vary based on the type of project proposed.
Who's Eligible: 501(c) and 521(a) nonprofit entities
Application Deadline: May 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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Join us for workshop on April 30 to continue the conversation about the future of Lower Albina and help shape its development vision through the Reconnecting Albina Planning Project (RAPP). This workshop will build off of our Open House event held in December 2025. Learn what residents have said so far about the future of the district and let us know your thoughts on these important opportunities and issues facing Lower Albina.
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Serve on a board or committee
The Portland Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) is recruiting three community members to serve as volunteers on the User Board from West Portland, East Portland, and East Multnomah County. The User Board brings together partners and community voices to advise on 9-1-1 operations, policy, and improvements. This is a great opportunity for community members to help shape public safety and emergency communications. We’re especially interested in hearing from people with lived experience or interest in the areas of mental health, social services, equity, and community advocacy.
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Administrative rule notice
The Portland Water Bureau is proposing a new administrative rule related to water rates, charges, and fees. These rules were previously included in the annual water rates ordinance. The new administrative rule is not a significant change to the Water Bureau’s existing policies; it’s simply a change in how the policies are adopted. The proposed rule is available for public comment until May 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Visit the website to learn more about the proposed rule and how to submit comments.
Portland City Council
Portland City Council will hold a series of work sessions and hearings this spring as it begins deliberations on the Fiscal Year 2026‑27 budget. The schedule outlines more than a dozen meetings stretching from early April through mid‑June.
Not sure what district you’re in?
Check our district map to find your district and your City Councilors.
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Every fall PBOT composts over 5,000 tons of leaves collected annually through the city's Leaf Day program. This effort helps keep streets safe by preventing clogged storm drains, flooded intersections, and slippery roads. This spring, we have so much we’re giving it away at Free Compost Days 2026 this weekend!
Featured events
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A conversation about Portland's future with Mayor Keith Wilson and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Nicholas Kristof.
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Free events
April 18 – 19, Saturday and Sunday
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
Amoi, an eighth grader from Beaverton, recently won an annual poster contest sponsored by the Fair Housing Council of Oregon. The theme this year was "Community Includes All of Us." The Fair Housing Act, enacted on April 11, 1968, was adopted to prohibit discriminatory housing practices, undo racial segregation patterns, and provide equal access to housing opportunity for all.
The City of Portland not only continues to invest in affordable housing for impacted communities, and to push for fair housing enforcement, education and testing, but commits to strategies that prevent unfair displacement.
Fair Housing Month is an opportunity to reflect on our progress towards equal access and to acknowledge the many challenges we have yet to overcome.
Learn more about the City’s efforts at the Portland Housing Bureau to create opportunities for affordable housing in Portland. Read Mayor Keith Wilson’s Fair Housing Month proclamation.
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Traducción e Interpretación | Biên Dịch và Thông Dịch | अनुवादन तथा व्याख्या
口笔译服务 | Устный и письменный перевод | Turjumaad iyo Fasiraad
Письмовий і усний переклад | Traducere și interpretariat | Chiaku me
Awewen Kapas
Translation and Interpretation: 3-1-1
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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