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Disability Equity & Engagement Survey Report

By Press release submission | Feb 13, 2023

Civic Life’s Disability Program supported the Real Choice Initiative and Portland State University Center for Public Service to perform the Disability Equity & Engagement Survey in 2021.

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Mayor Wheeler Proclaims February 2023 Black History Month

By Press release submission | Feb 13, 2023

The text of this year's proclamation, authored by the City African-American Network, is as follows:

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Portland Courant area weekly mass times

By Portland Courant | Feb 11, 2023

The following parishes in the Portland Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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You are invited to a presentation by WPU Biology student, Thien Tu on February 17, 2023

By Press release submission | Feb 10, 2023

You are invited to a presentation by WPU Biology student, Thien Tu on February 17, 2023

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Annabelle Stern Dance Thesis Concert on Feb 10

By Press release submission | Feb 9, 2023

Annabelle Stern Dance Thesis Concert on Feb 10

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Central Library will close March 11 for major improvements; new temporary tech space to open during closure

By Press release submission | Feb 8, 2023

Central Library will close to the public beginning March 11 to complete a series of major bond-funded improvements.

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Oregon Maple Project Field Trip

By Press release submission | Feb 8, 2023

Could you use fresh air in the forest? Are you interested in learning the art and science of Bigleaf Maple Sugaring? If you answered yes, please join us for our Oregon Maple Project Field Trip to Camp Colton in Corbett, Oregon on February 10th. Transportation will be provided.

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Chair announces task force to evaluate the Joint Office’s data utilization strategies

By Press release submission | Feb 8, 2023

Chair Jessica Vega Pederson on Jan. 31 announced a new data task force that will help ensure the Joint Office of Homeless Services is collecting and sharing outcomes that track how well its programming addresses homelessness in Portland and Multnomah County.

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Joint Statement from the City of Portland and LiUNA, Local 483, Portland City Laborers

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2023

The City of Portland and Portland City Laborers met Saturday, and following more than 12 hours of mediation, are very happy to announce that we’ve tentatively agreed to a new collective bargaining agreement

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NEWS RELEASE: Chair Jessica Vega Pederson directs new funds and strategy to address unsheltered homelessness

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2023

Turning urgency into action to tackle unsheltered homelessness, Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson today declared a new focus in strategy for the Joint Office of Homeless Services — unveiling an immediate plan to increase transparency and collaboration among government partners, and move hundreds of people, neighborhood by neighborhood, directly from tents to apartments.

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Portland Courant area weekly mass times

By Portland Courant | Feb 4, 2023

The following parishes in the Portland Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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City Council Statement: ‘A Roadmap for the Next Two Years’

By Press release submission | Feb 3, 2023

As Portland embarks on one of the biggest transformations in our history, we are coming together as a City Council to establish a roadmap for the next two years. We must move quickly, thoughtfully, and strategically to deliver a new form of government to Portlanders come January 2025.

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“Endlessly Devoted to Student Well-Being and Success”— Dr. Elise Moentmann Receives Spirit of Holy Cross Award

By Press release submission | Feb 2, 2023

The Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province has honored Interim Provost Dr. Elise Moentmann for her service as a lay collaborator in the University of Portland community with a 2023 Spirit of Holy Cross Award.

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City of Portland prepares for Laborers' Local 483 to strike as early as next week

By Press release submission | Feb 1, 2023

City of Portland prepares for Laborers' Local 483 to strike as early as next week

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Board votes to put initiative on May ballot

By Press release submission | Feb 1, 2023

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners on Thursday, Jan. 26, voted to approve a resolution(link is external) that will put before voters this May an initiative that would establish a residential tenant resource program funded by a capital gains tax.

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Treatment Readiness pilot serves as path to access treatment and services; aims to reduce recidivism, hospitalization

By Press release submission | Feb 1, 2023

The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice’s Mental Health Unit recently launched a pilot program designed to improve access to treatment and other services for people involved in the justice system who struggle with behavioral health challenges.

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Market Research Tools for Small Business

By Press release submission | Jan 31, 2023

Market Research Tools for Small Business

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Multnomah County Sheriff Statement on Death of Tyre Nichols

By Press release submission | Jan 31, 2023

The actions by the former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers are sickening; they are inhumane and indefensible. Frankly, the death of Tyre Nichols should have never happened.

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Portland Courant area weekly mass times

By Portland Courant | Jan 28, 2023

The following parishes in the Portland Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Board approves Supportive Housing Services funding for new position helping domestic violence survivors access housing

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2023

With a unanimous vote Thursday, Jan. 19, the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners approved funding for a new full-time position that will help survivors of domestic and sexual violence access long-term affordable housing.