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In this issue
It's going to be especially hot Sunday and Monday! Remember to check on your neighbors. Learn about heat illness and find cool spaces near you, such as libraries, community centers, and more at Multco.us/Hot.
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The framework was developed through a partnership involving researchers, law enforcement professionals, and public order policing experts from across the United States and internationally. The work was led by the Centre for Policing Research and Learning (CPRL) and supported by projects funded through the U.S. Department of Justice.
A major milestone in the development of the framework was a workshop hosted in Portland, Oregon, which brought together representatives from law enforcement agencies across the Western United States, researchers, practitioners, the National Policing Institute, George Washington University, and other stakeholders. Participants focused on a central question: What should dialogue policing look like within the unique legal, constitutional, and operational environment of the United States?
Dialogue policing emphasizes proactive communication, relationship building, information sharing, and problem-solving before, during, and after public events. The approach is designed to improve situational awareness, support informed decision-making, reduce unnecessary escalation, and help ensure policing responses remain proportionate, lawful, and effective.
"Portland has been at the center of some of the nation's most challenging public demonstrations over the past decade," said Chief Bob Day. "Those experiences have reinforced the importance of communication, legitimacy, and building trust whenever possible. We are proud to have contributed to a collaborative effort that brings together research and real-world experience to help law enforcement agencies better serve their communities while protecting constitutional rights."
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City Council officially declared Lviv, Ukraine, as Portland's newest sister city, hailing Lviv as "an appropriate and compelling match" for Portland, because of their shared "vibrant arts and literary life, strong culinary and coffee traditions, world-class universities, and active and diverse civic societies."
The City of Portland is launching an updated version of PortlandMaps.com, the online tool that helps community members find information about properties, tax lots, permits, and many other City services.
In partnership with Portland State University, 16,000 Portland households are invited to share priorities, experiences, and help shape policy decisions for the City’s future in the Portland Insights Survey.
Placed at locations with a history of serious and deadly crashes, the cameras support Portland's Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries on Portland streets.
Mayor Keith Wilson convened the Central City Roundtable on Friday, June 5 for a discussion focused on priority areas where public, private, and community partners can help accelerate housing production, bring more people downtown, and strengthen Portland's Central City. "Housing is not separate from downtown recovery," said Mayor Keith Wilson. "It is one of the ways we bring more people, more energy, and more stability back into the core of the city. It creates community and makes everyone feel welcome."
Report
Throughout May, Safe Blocks and its partners united neighbors across Portland through a series of hands-on cleanups, resource fairs, and safety programming.
Data spotlight
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190 people in the City's alternative homeless shelters received treatment for drugs and alcohol in April. Substance abuse has a devastating impact on our community, pushing people onto the streets -- and trapping them there. Getting into treatment is an indispensable step for many people on the journey back to self-sufficiency. The City's seven alternative shelters serve as entry points for people to find stability, break the cycle of homelessness, and move into permanent housing. Learn more about shelter successes.
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Portlanders can participate in the arts throughout the summer! Find opportunities to engage with the arts throughout our city with activities for your whole family.
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Love exploring the outdoors in the Portland area? Multnomah County has reported higher-than-normal tick activity, including but not limited to Powell Butte Nature Park. While health experts say the risk of tick-borne disease in Multnomah County remains very low, take a few simple precautions.
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The Portland Bureau of Transportation and Plaid Pantry are teaming up to help Portlanders ride safer this summer, one neighborhood at a time. Helmets will be given out across 53 Plaid Pantry locations in Portland. Giveaway ends on Monday, June 15, (or until supplies run out) courtesy of Lime.
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The Safe Blocks Program, within the City’s Office of Violence Prevention, is accepting bids for placemaking projects in the Eliot neighborhood. The projects are in partnership with the Portland Bureau of Transportation and Arc-en-Ciel Montessori. A total of $50,000 is available.
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Interested in hosting a party in your neighborhood? Register by June 30. You can get a free permit to close off your street, receive a free noise variance, and much more.
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New job openings at the City of Portland
New job openings
- Engineering Technician I – Limited Duration
- Facilities Maintenance Technician-CL
- Industrial Maintenance Millwright - Open Continuous
- Night Operations Supervisor (Maintenance Supervisor I (Non-exempt))
- Operations & Maintenance Group Maintenance Planner/Scheduler (Coordinator III)
- Preschool Aide (Recreation Associate)
- Utility Project Coordinator (Coordinator III)
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.
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Grants and funding
Prosper Portland provides funding to property owners and small business owners who are in the process of negotiating a lease. Grant funds may be used for tenant improvements, space-related soft costs, and permitting support to ready space to open for business.
Who's Eligible: Property owners and business owners in the Interstate Corridor TIF District and the Gateway Regional Center TIF District.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Prosper Portland provides funding to small businesses located in the City of Portland that have sustained physical and economic damage due to break-ins and vandalism. Grants assist eligible businesses to remain open and operational and contribute to maintaining a healthy street environment. Eligible entities may receive up to $25,000 over the life of the program for eligible repairs.
Who's Eligible: Small businesses and nonprofit organizations occupying a ground-floor storefront
Application Deadline: Ongoing
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Give us your feedback
The Moda Center is our house – literally. It's owned by the City of Portland, home to the Portland Trail Blazers and Portland Fire, and it's the largest arena in Oregon. The Moda Center attracts 1.5 million visitors to 150 events every year, bringing in $600 million to the local economy. It also supports thousands of jobs.
Now, the Portland City Council wants your advice about a proposal to renovate the arena.
The Moda hasn't been updated in 30 years, and it is increasingly out of step with current technology, practices, and expectations. Many building systems are nearing end-of-life. The arena needs significant repairs and updates to keep it fully operational and meet the needs of visitors, workers, and events for decades to come. Investment could also help to revitalize the neighborhood, improve conditions for workers, bring in more large touring shows and supporting acts, and create opportunities for community partners like the Albina Vision Trust.
The City Council is conducting a survey and hosting pop-up sessions in Portland parks to hear directly from you, leading up to a June 24 work session and formal decision-making later this year.
Attend a pop-up session at a park near you:
The City of Portland has launched a disparity study to better understand barriers that may affect historically disadvantaged businesses and workers. Businesses, workers, and community organizations are encouraged to share their perspectives.
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Serve on a board or committee
The City of Portland is seeking interested persons who wish to apply to serve a three-year term on the River Community Advisory Committee. Applications are accepted through Sunday, June 21.
The City of Portland is seeking applications for an architect to serve a four-year term on the Historic Landmarks Commission. Applications are due by Wednesday, June 24.
The New Portlanders Policy Commission (NPPC) works to integrate immigrant and refugee communities’ voices into the City of Portland's policies and decision-making. NPPC members are immigrants, refugees, community advocates, and live, work, play, or pray in the City of Portland. Applications due June 14, 2026.
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Portland City Council
Not sure what district you’re in?
Check our district map to find your district and your City Councilors.
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Featured events
June 6 – 28, Saturdays and Sundays
Free events
Volunteer events
For Portland Parks & Recreation planting and park clean up volunteer events, check the new volunteering website!.
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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
Wear Orange is recognized nationally every first weekend of June to honor survivors of gun violence, remember lives lost, and uplift communities working toward peace and safety. This year's Portland event brought together families, youth, community organizations, and local partners for an afternoon of wellness activities, resources, music, arts and crafts, youth activities, food vendors, and opportunities for community healing and remembrance. The Morrison Bridge and Moda Center were lit up in orange.
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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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