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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.
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.
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's Land Use Decision LU 25-042052 CU, concerning a conditional use review at 7431 N Washburne Ave, was published on August 21, 2025. The appeal deadline for this decision is September 4, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Interested parties can download the official notice for further details.
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 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.
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.
Councilor Jaime Dunphy presented initiatives to support Portland's music economy, thanking musicians for their involvement. Proposed measures aim to protect performance spaces and streamline permitting for venues, recognizing the sector's economic impact, which contributes nearly $3.8 billion statewide.
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.
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.