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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. Residents can request translation, interpretation, and accommodations by calling 503-823-4000. The city emphasizes its commitment to accessibility for all citizens.
Portland officials announced a land use decision, LU 25-051782 HRM, set for August 28, 2025. The event will address significant zoning and land use issues affecting local businesses and historic sites. Community members are encouraged to attend to learn about the implications of this ruling.
The City of Portland invites applications for the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts Steering Committee, seeking members with expertise in various relevant fields. Applications are due by September 29, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Oregon has implemented new energy performance requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings, which differ from Portland's existing standards. Property owners must report to both the City and the State, with varied deadlines based on building size and type. The State’s program introduces minimum energy use targets for some buildings.
Portland's Independent Police Review staff authorized a strike amid concerns over job security as the city transitions to a new police oversight system. The staff, who have served since 2001, seek assurances for future employment during the shift to the Community Board for Police Accountability. Labor negotiations with the city have not met their demands for job security.
Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability released its final report on the Climate Emergency Workplan, detailing 47 priority actions aimed at reducing carbon emissions. The report emphasizes Portland's ongoing climate challenges and the need for sustained effort to meet its 2030 and 2050 goals. Chief Sustainability Officer Vivian Satterfield called for transparency and discipline in achieving these objectives.
Portland officials ensure compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II by providing translation, interpretation, and accommodations for city programs. Residents can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000 or using Relay Service 711. This initiative aims to enhance access to city services for all residents.
The city of Buchanan, Liberia, will host a land use decision event on August 27, 2025, concerning the Maniac Latin Disciples. The decision relates to various legal and political issues, including appeals under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
An Ohio mother is expected to face charges after allegedly drowning her 4-year-old son, Vincen, following a golf cart crash into Atwood Lake. Authorities believe the mother was suffering from a “spiritual delusion” and that both parents previously claimed to have communicated with God. The bodies of Vincen and his father, Marcus Miller, were recovered from the lake during the investigation.
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) began construction on the I-5 Rose Quarter project despite a funding crisis affecting the agency. The groundbreaking, which lacked a celebratory ceremony, comes as lawmakers prepare for a special session to address transportation funding issues. Critics question ODOT's financial decisions, particularly in light of rescinded federal funds exceeding $400 million.