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Blumenauer, Miller-Meeks, Klobuchar, and Graham, Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Afghans Allies in the United States to Apply for Permanent Legal Status

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 16, 2023

U.S. Representatives Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) with Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), reintroduced the Afghan Adjustment Act, bipartisan legislation to allow Afghans—including those who supported U.S. military efforts— who sought refuge in the United States to apply for permanent legal residency after undergoing additional vetting.

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One-year Progress Report for Climate Emergency Workplan Published

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 15, 2023

BPS announced publication of a progress report highlighting the progress made in the first year of the Climate Emergency Workplan

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City Council Appoints Three New Members to the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund Committee

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 14, 2023

City Council appoints three new members and reappoints two members to the PCEF Committee

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Bucking Expectations: 8 Seconds Juneteenth Rodeo

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 14, 2023

In June, Portland got decked out in denim to welcome its first-ever Black rodeo, 8 Seconds Juneteenth Rodeo!

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PEP External Listening Report

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 13, 2023

The independent consulting firm Pregame just released their report from the Portland Engagement Project (PEP) External Listening Sessions!

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City Releases Request for Expression of Interest for New Performing Arts Facility

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 13, 2023

The City of Portland is exploring the availability of potential sites for a new performing arts venue

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Weekly Street Services Report: July 3 - 9, 2023

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 13, 2023

The Street Services Coordination Center is dedicated to assisting people experiencing homelessness and reducing the impacts of homelessness in Portland

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Share Your Ideas on Updates to Floodplain Development Requirements

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 12, 2023

The City proposes updates to maintain compliance with the minimum requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

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Recent City of Portland Studies Show Challenges, Opportunities for Portland’s Housing Market

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 11, 2023

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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Reorganizing Portland City Government: Join the Transition Team on July 27

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 9, 2023

Transitioning to a Council-Mayor form of government with a city administrator will allow for a whole-city approach to systems and problem-solving

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Senate Bill 611 Passed by Oregon Legislature

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 8, 2023

SB 611 makes key changes to the how the maximum allowable annual rent increases percentage is calculated for residential tenancies

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Urban Forestry Career Coach—Tree Planting Specialist

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 8, 2023

With the demands of climate change, urban forestry is a growth industry

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Portlanders Join Independent District Commission at Public Hearings

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 8, 2023

Last month, the Independent District Commission presented Portlanders with three map options for the new geographic districts

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Summer of Education, Phased-in Approach Begins as Portland's New Camping Code Ordinance Takes Effect

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 6, 2023

An update to Portland's camping code takes effect on July 7, 2023, 30 days after the Time/Place/Manner Ordinance was passed by City Council

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Adoption of Revised Administrative Rule July 2023

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 6, 2023

The City Auditor adopts the following interim administrative rule, effective July 5, 2023, and for a period of not more than 180 days: ARA 3.07 Employee Movement

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New Study Shows Promising Housing Production Results From the Residential Infill Project (Rip)

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 6, 2023

A year after new rules governing single-dwelling zones went into effect, middle housing and accessory dwelling unit (ADU) production have increased dramatically

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Audit Update: Council’s Legislative Changes Helped the Portland Clean Energy Fund Put Management Systems in Place

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 5, 2023

In our 2022 report, we found the Portland Clean Energy Fund began putting management systems in place, but other elements were not yet implemented or needed direction from City Council

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Weekly Street Services Report: June 26 - July 2, 2023

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 5, 2023

The Street Services Coordination Center is dedicated to assisting people experiencing homelessness and reducing the impacts of homelessness in Portland

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HOLTE Program Announcement: Annual cap renews July 1

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 4, 2023

Submit applications starting July 5, 2023 at 8:00am

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Two Upcoming Funding Opportunities Announced for 2023

By Portland Courant Report | Jul 4, 2023

Announcement of the upcoming 2023 Metro Bond Opportunity Solicitation and a Request for Proposals or Qualifications for the Broadway Corridor