Those for and against selling part of Congress Square Plaza try to drum up support for their views.
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Activists starting petition to block sale of Portland plaza
The Friends of Congress Square Park is focusing on changing Portland’s land bank ordinance.
Letters to the editor: Selling part of city park is short-sighted
In two weeks, the Portland City Council will be voting on whether or not to sell a public park to a private developer for the purpose of building an additional hotel convention center. Last year, the council voted for a tax break, effectively spending $31 million in public money to create the new Thompson’s Point […]
Portland committee OKs sale of downtown plaza
The City Council will vote on the $524,000 agreement for Congress Square Plaza on Sept. 9.
Greg Kesich: Giving up part of city park might make public space better
A smaller Congress Square plaza might attract more people to the underutilized area.
Letters to the editor: Rockbridge plan pleases Parkside resident
As an active member of the Parkside neighborhood, I wanted to reiterate my support of the Rockbridge project for Congress Square Plaza. I was present and made public comments at all of the public meetings and have spent time learning more to ensure I could properly form my opinion. It disheartens me that I am […]
Agreement outlines plan to buy Congress Square Plaza
Reactions to the proposal are mixed. Opponents say the $524,000 price for part of the Portland park insults those ‘who know the value of this space.’
Our View: Congress Square more than just the plaza
Residents are invited to offer their ideas for making the whole area a better public space.
Portland developer, activists still at it
Despite opposition claims that the sale is off, developers for the Congress Square Plaza renovation project say negotiations are going well.
Congress Square activists claim momentum as talks continue
The city is soliciting ideas and reactions to the planned development until September 5.