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The City of Portland provides access to its programs and services in compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. It offers translation, interpretation, and accommodations to ensure inclusivity. Residents can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000.
The City of Portland provides translation, interpretation, and accommodations to ensure access to city programs in compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. Residents can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000 or through Relay Service at 711. This effort emphasizes the city's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all residents.
The Portland Water Bureau plans to build a new water filtration facility to enhance resilience against post-fire impacts and ensure safe drinking water. This initiative follows the Camp Creek Fire's destruction of over 2,000 acres, emphasizing the bureau's commitment to safeguarding Portland's primary water source. The facility aims to address water turbidity and comply with drinking water regulations by 2027.
On hot days, Portland’s waste collection may begin earlier than usual to ensure driver safety. Residents are advised to place their garbage, recycling, and compost bins at the curb the night before collection. This policy aims to protect drivers from extreme heat during their long working hours.
The City of Portland provides essential services to ensure compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws, offering translation and interpretation services. Residents can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for all community members.
Portland City complies with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II by providing translation and interpretation services for City programs. Residents can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000 or using Relay Service 711. The initiative ensures accessibility for all community members.
Portland Public Schools teachers participated in a workshop on August 21, 2025, to prepare for the city's first arts education framework pilot. The initiative aims to enhance arts education quality by assessing essential conditions like staffing and budgets. The framework will facilitate accountability for taxpayer investments in arts education.
The City of Portland has announced a land use proposal for an adjustment review at NE 30th Ave, published on August 20, 2025. Citizens can submit comments until September 10, 2025. For more details, a PDF document is available for download.
Multnomah County Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards fired Vikki Payne, a staffer known for her controversial political activities, on August 4. Payne's leadership role in the political action committee Future Portland, which often criticized county policies, raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
A report from Portland City Councilor Mitch Green's office refutes claims that high-income earners are leaving Multnomah County due to taxes. The findings challenge recommendations from a tax advisory group that seeks to alter the Preschool for All program's funding.