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Portland residents can reduce outdoor water use this fall with practical tips provided by the city's water department. As seasons change, the watering needs of landscapes shift, prompting the need for efficient water management strategies.
The City of Portland appointed 11 members to the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts steering committee. These members bring expertise in fields such as architecture, finance, and urban planning, and will provide recommendations by June 2026.
The City of Portland invites public comments on proposed administrative rules to phase out gas-powered leaf blowers by January 1, 2026. The rules aim to enhance air quality and public health while establishing enforcement measures and exemptions. Comments are accepted until December 14, 2025.
The Portland Water Bureau detected low levels of Cryptosporidium in routine monitoring from the Bull Run Watershed, with one oocyst found in samples collected on November 9 and 10, and three on November 11. Customers do not need to take additional precautions at this time, but those with weakened immune systems should consult their healthcare providers regarding water safety. Portland plans to install filtration by September 30, 2027, to comply with drinking water regulations.
The public comment period for proposed administrative rules regarding Title 13, which covers Bees and Livestock, is now open in Portland. Residents can submit their feedback until December 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
The Portland Housing Bureau plans to request funds from HUD for the Healthy Homes Production Program, targeting health and safety interventions in 110 housing units. Written comments on the Environmental Review Record are due by 5pm on November 24, 2025.
The Portland Housing Bureau plans to submit a Request for Release of Funds and Environmental Certification to HUD. Stakeholders can provide written comments on the Environmental Review Record until November 24, 2025.
Portland officials announced the opening of a public comment period for proposed administrative rules regarding the Commercial Building Energy Performance. The deadline for submissions is set for December 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Portland City Council members pledged to investigate the city's financial ties to Israel, urging other councils nationwide to follow suit. The initiative, led by the Democratic Socialists of America, seeks to address concerns over local investments in companies supporting the Israeli military amid ongoing violence in Gaza.
The City of Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) updates several long-range planning projects, including the Affordable Housing Opportunities Project (AHOP) and the Central City Code Amendments Project (CCCAP). Notably, the AHOP aims to remove zoning barriers to affordable housing, while public engagement opportunities for various projects are scheduled in December and January.