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PPF Program & Partnership Opportunities
PPF’s mission as a city-wide parks nonprofit is to mobilize support for Portland’s parks, natural areas and public spaces. Simply put – we help people help parks. One of the ways we do this is by expanding organizational capacity and fostering collaborations and community leadership through our awards, grants programs, and gatherings like our spring summits.…
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SE César E Chávez Boulevard Safety Project(Lafayette Court to Schiller Street)
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is seeking community feedback on traffic safety improvements for SE César E Chávez Boulevard between Lafayette Court and Schiller Street.This area has had a painful history of traffic crashes. PBOT is focused on safety and preventing more crashes. Recommendations include:• Upgrade traffic signals to add left-turn signals for people…
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Portland City Elections launches funding opportunity to engage and educate voters ahead of 2026 election
February 12, 2025 Portland City Elections is gearing up for the November 2026 election with a funding opportunity for Community Education Contractors. This election cycle, Portlanders will be voting for City Councilors in Districts 3 and 4 and City Auditor using ranked choice voting. City Elections is launching a funding opportunity through Community Education Contracts…
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City Club of Portland hosts District 4 Councilors on February 17th
We’re thrilled host District 4 with City Councilors Olivia Clark, Mitch Green, and Eric Zimmerman on Tuesday, February 17, from 6:00–7:30 pm at the University Place Hotel & Conference Center. Here is the Registration Link City Club of Portland’s Program Committee is excited to bring back “Portland, Meet Your City Councilors!” — a four-part panel interview…
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Forest Park Neighborhood Association (FPNA) 2026 Annual Election
An election of members of the Board of Directors will be held online from Tuesday, February 10 until 8PM on Tuesday, February 17, 2025 to fill three positions with expiring terms. The three candidates receiving the most votes for the expiring terms will be elected to 3-year terms. Voters may write-in a candidate. If necessary,…
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City Launches FY 26-27 Budget Learning Session
FY 2026-27 Budget Development On December 16, 2025, the City Economist released the General Fund Forecast for FY 2026-27, an important early step in the City’s annual budget development process. This provides an initial estimate of expected General Fund revenues and expenditures for the budget year that begins July 1. Read more. News Article Planning for…
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Portland State University Community Transportation Academy – Applications Open
Portland State University (PSU) would like to share information about its upcoming Community Transportation Academy (CTA), a free educational opportunity open to community members. The CTA introduces the fundamentals of transportation planning and provides practical guidance on how community members can engage meaningfully in transportation decision-making. The Community Transportation Academy continues the legacy of the…
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Local Transportation Funding – Join the conversation
Portland City Council is considering new ways to fund the maintenance and operation of Portland’s streets, sidewalks, bridges, signs, lights, and other infrastructure. Join the conversation about local transportation funding and weigh in on a variety of options and opportunities. Background Portland is experiencing a transportation funding crisis. PBOT is in its eighth year of…
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Introducing the Vibrant Districts Grant – Applications Open Monday, January 26
Prosper Portland is excited to announce the launch of its new Vibrant Districts Grant. The program provides funding to community-based nonprofit business district organizations. Grants can be used to implement projects or events that increase district vibrancy, enhance visibility and promotion of the district, or support staffing and operational improvements. Applicants are eligible…
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Portland’s Folk Festival – Fri, Jan 30 & Sat, Jan 31
Portland’s Folk Festival – Fri, Jan 30 & Sat, Jan 31 Portland’s Folk Festival returns to the Crystal Ballroom (1332 W Burnside) on Friday, January 30 and Saturday, January 31. This all ages celebration of folk and Americana music features 30 local and national artists. Tickets start at $48.75, with all proceeds going to Sunstone Way. …
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Announcing the 2027-2028 Multnomah County Charter Review!
Dear Neighborhood Groups, My name is Amara Pérez and I am the director of Multnomah County’s Office of Community Involvement (OCI). I am excited to announce the upcoming County Charter Review Process – an important opportunity that happens every six years. As a community partner, you are uniquely positioned to help us spread the word.
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Budget Listening Sessions
Make your voice heard Give us your feedbackEncuentre información sobre el evento en español. Join your neighbors at a budget listening session A series of four in‑district community listening sessions will help shape the City of Portland’s future budget. These in‑person events give community members a chance to learn about the budget and share what
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Join a City Budget Open House
Join your neighbors and fellow community members for a drop-in budget planning open house and be part of the conversation about Portland’s future. I’ll be there alongside our district councilors and City Administrator Raymond Lee to listen, connect, and hear what matters most to you.These open houses are being held across all four districts and are a
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Uniquely Portland Event Grant
The Prosper Portland Office of Events and Film is excited to offer a new grant opportunity designed to celebrate what makes our city one-of-a-kind! This grant supports events that showcase Portland’s vibrant communities while bringing people together in the heart of our central city and neighborhood business districts. Awards will range from $500 to
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BPS Long-range Planning Project Updates – March 2026
A monthly newsletter of BPS’s active long-range land use planning work in the City of Portland. Please see the monthly update for more details, including links to project websites with contact information.Want to know more? Subscribe to BPS E-news or other project and program updates. Read the March 2026 newsletter March 2026 highlights Affordable Housing Opportunities Project (AHOP) unanimously
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City Club of Portland hosts District 4 Councilors on February 17th
The City Club of Portland is so excited to be hosting this event and we hope you’ll join us — and help spread the word through your social media, newsletters, and community networks. We’re thrilled host District 4 with City Councilors Olivia Clark, Mitch Green, and Eric Zimmerman on Tuesday, February 17, from 6:00–7:30 pm
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City Launches FY 26-27 Budget Learning Session
FY 2026-27 Budget Development On December 16, 2025, the City Economist released the General Fund Forecast for FY 2026-27, an important early step in the City’s annual budget development process. This provides an initial estimate of expected General Fund revenues and expenditures for the budget year that begins July 1. Read more. News Article Planning for
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Grants Update!
Nature in Neighborhoods grants available Capital Grants Across greater Portland, Nature in Neighborhoods capital grants help fund projects to improve water and air quality, fish and wildlife habitat, and access to nature by all residents. The Nature in Neighborhoods Capital Grants metro-wide program will provide up to $7 million for capital projects throughout the
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Making memories with ZooLights!
With a ticket for admission to ZooLights, you get a free ride to and from the Oregon Zoo! Your ZooLights ticket is valid proof of fare on TriMet, as well as the Portland Streetcar, for up to two hours before and after ZooLights on your day of entry. TriMet is proud to partner with the
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Important Update: Possible Delay in November SNAP Benefits
On October 20, Governor Kotek announced that if the federal government shutdown continues, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) may be forced to delay issuing November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. We know this is difficult news, and many Oregonians are understandably worried about how a shutdown could affect food assistance. This office and