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Councilor Avalos invites residents of East Portland to the D1 People’s Picnic at Parklane Park on August 24, 2025. The family-friendly event aims to foster community engagement and offers free access to attendees. Local participation is encouraged for a day of music and picnic activities.
The Portland government issued a notice regarding land use decision LU 25-052808 HR, effective August 25, 2025. The decision impacts various stakeholders within the power, energy, and business sectors, and includes provisions for appeals and modifications. Local businesses may need to adapt to the new land use regulations.
Councilor Morillo leads efforts in Portland to protect immigrants from federal ICE agents targeting local communities. Strategies include requiring ICE agents to identify themselves, addressing the use of chemical munitions, and ensuring data privacy against unwarranted surveillance. Local leaders collaborate with legal experts and community organizations to enhance immigrant protections.
Oregon's public sex offender database includes fewer than 2,000 of the state's 34,000 registered offenders, raising concerns among parents about child safety. Experts debate the effectiveness of such registries, with some arguing they create a false sense of security and divert attention from potential threats within personal circles. The case of two parents discovering a sex offender on their child's soccer team highlights the limitations of the current system.
Construction activities for the Bull Run Filtration project will impact traffic on Altman Road and Dodge Park Boulevard through October. Altman Road will close Monday to Saturday, while Dodge Park Boulevard will have flagged two-way traffic for water pipeline installation. Residents will have access during work hours, with plans to repave Cottrell Road in mid-September.
The Portland Housing Bureau's North/Northeast Housing Strategy has grown from a $20 million initiative to a $135 million investment aimed at addressing displacement in North and Northeast Portland. The strategy has resulted in the completion of 563 affordable rental units and 42 affordable homeownership units. Director Helmi A. Hisserich praised the community-led efforts and ongoing achievements of the strategy during a report to the Portland City Council.
The City of Portland and AFSCME Local 189 initiated mediation for Independent Police Review employees after contract negotiations stalled. IPR workers authorized a strike earlier this month as their labor agreement expired on June 30. The next mediation session is set for September 25.
The City of Portland issued a notice regarding Land Use Decision LU 25-052792 AD. This decision, related to land use modification, is set to commence on August 22, 2025, at 4:30 PM local time. The ruling aims to address various economic and business regulations impacting the community.
The 2024 progress report for Portland's Housing Bond reveals the creation of 1,551 affordable housing units, exceeding initial goals by 43%. Mayor Keith Wilson emphasizes ongoing community efforts to address housing needs and acknowledges contributions from various local organizations.
Crews are repairing a main break on SW Multnomah Blvd and 54th Ave, causing traffic to reduce to one lane. Water service is disrupted for about 18 homes nearby, with some residents advised to boil water. Drivers should exercise caution and avoid the area if possible.