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CEI Hub Update
More and more legislators at city, county, and state levels understand the dangers of the CEI Hub. The combined voices of neighborhood associations, and a growing network of community organizations in and beyond the Portland metro area are making a difference. Please join us by staying engaged – · Portland: CEI Hub Policy Project to amend the…
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Preparing for the Heat
It’s been a hot last few days here in Multnomah County with temperatures hovering around 90 degrees. While this heat hasn’t reached the extreme levels that trigger the activation of our emergency cooling spaces – this heat still presents risks to everyone, especially vulnerable populations. We want to make sure you are ready to stay…
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Free Summer Youth Programs Return to Hoyt Arboretum
Pop-Up Nature begins June 26 Family Forest Days return in July and August Portland, OR — Hoyt Arboretum Friends is excited to announce the return of their popular Pop-Up Nature! and Family Forest Days youth programs for summer 2025. These free, drop-in opportunities invite children and families to engage with nature, learn about Pacific Northwest…
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Portland Candidates Provide Positive Feedback on Ranked-Choice Voting
The Portland League of Women Voters has released the findings from its survey of Portland City Council candidates in the 2024 General Election. The report investigated the experiences of candidates campaigning with proportional (multi-winner) ranked-choice voting (RCV), which the city of Portland used for the first time in 2024.The report’s findings were based on 20…
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D4C is seeking bids to complete a financial review of the organization.
The District Four Coalition a 501 C3 is seeking bids to complete a financial review of the organization. The financial review will cover a two-year period including fiscal year 23-24 and fiscal year 24-25. The District Four Coalition is committed to conducting this financial review in a transparent, ethical, and efficient manner. Bid packages can…
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Make your voice heard, contact City leaders
Are you interested in speaking to a City official or sharing your thoughts on City services? A great place to start is the City’s Contact an Elected Official webpage! There, you can provide comment or feedback on a topic, contact a specific official, request a meeting with an official, or ask them to speak at…
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Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
The City Auditor’s Office is proposing updates to some administrative rules for Archives & Records Management. View proposed changes! The changes are open for public comment. Comments must be received by 12 p.m. on June 2. Submit a Comment
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Apply for the Community Activities Fund!
The Civic Life Community Activities Fund program reimburses eligible volunteer-run organizations for community-building and civic engagement activity expenses. Applications are open through May 30, 2025, or until funds are gone, whichever comes first. This is a reimbursement program for expenses incurred between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.
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Public Meetings Law Training
Public Meetings Law Training” to be provided by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 4-6:30 p.m. The event will be online and is open to the public. Please register for this training at least 24 hours in advance. Sign Up Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dtGDqH8vQcmHgfEvPZlCCQ Public Meetings Law Training Date & Time: May 21, 2025 04:00…
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Portland Advances Centralized Organizational Structure to Enhance Efficiency and Collaboration
City Administrator Michael Jordan shared updates on Portland’s organizational structure, building on changes introduced in November 2023 during the transition to a mayor-council form of government. The streamlined structure consolidates six service areas into four, with core functions like communications, engagement, and equity undergoing realignment to unify approaches and optimize service delivery. Since the soft launch of…
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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