Updated and more accurate federal maps put a cluster of homes near Capisic Brook in a zone that faces once-in-a-century risks.
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Competition fierce for an at-large seat on Portland City Council
All four candidates cite voters’ worries about the city’s increasing lack of affordability, especially in housing.
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Portland council declares limited emergency due to rise in COVID cases
The Portland City Council unanimously supported declaring a limited emergency Monday that will allow them to continue meeting virtually as cases of COVID-19 continue to tick upwards and City Hall remains closed to the public. According to the resolution, in-person meetings are not possible because “city council chambers and other available meeting rooms in City […]
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Portland’s economic development director steps down after a dozen years
Greg Mitchell has been in charge of Portland’s economic development efforts since late 2008, but is leaving the position to spend more time with family.
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Portland updates COVID-19 safety requirements for city transactions
The city of Portland has updated its safety protocol for in-person interactions at City Hall and other city buildings. Temperatures and health screening questions will no longer be administered on site, but individuals are asked to do their own screening beforehand and not visit if they are not feeling well. Masks will still be required, […]
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Homelessness in Portland approaching record levels
The increased numbers come as efforts to create more temporary and permanent shelter space remain in flux.
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Homeless encampment at Portland City Hall winds down
Only a handful of activists and a cleaning crew remained on site Saturday afternoon.
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Portland officials try to help City Hall campers get shelter as storm bears down
The remnants of a hurricane highlight the need to address the encampment at City Hall, which has grown since a few people first pitched tents last month.
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Homeless protesters at City Hall say they’re staying put
The city, meanwhile, focuses on health concerns at the encampment and plans conversations with protesters about their demands.
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Talks but no progress on homeless encampment at Portland City Hall
Mayor Kate Snyder met with a protest organizer Monday before the City Council grappled with how to handle the encampment, which has expanded to the streets on either side of City Hall.