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Historic preservation process weaves together stories of the past | OP-ED
The historical and cultural legacy of both the Interstate Bridge and the surrounding area on both sides of the Columbia River is at the heart of the work being done by the IBR cultural resources team.
$65 million in top bidders | April 21, 2023
Clean Water Services is preparing to award a $23.8 million contract for a project in Hillsboro.
Officials tout growing role for solar energy
Federal investments totaling more than $80 million aim to ramp up panel production, develop advanced technologies.
Fortis Construction: East County Library
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Multnomah County Library – East County Library Upcoming Proposals/Bids 1297 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030 Bid Package #1 – Soils Improvement (Deep Soil Mixing and Shoring) Issue […]
Bremik Construction: John Gumm Building Civic Offices
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED John Gumm Building Civic Offices St. Helens, Oregon Bids Due: May 9th, 2023 at 2:00 PM The project consists of the renovation of historic John Gumm Building for […]
Bremik Construction: Happy Valley Library Expansion
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Happy Valley Library Expansion – All Scopes (No Electrical) Happy Valley, OR Bids Due: May 25th, 2023 at 2:00PM The project scope consists of 10,738 sq ft expansion […]
Bremik Construction: MCCAC Navigation Center
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED MCCAC NAVIGATION CENTER The Dalles, Oregon Bid Date: May 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Construction of a Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) which will contain a variety of spaces […]
Redmond training facility to gain enhancements
Substantial upgrades are in the works for a workforce development center geared to serve teens and young adults in Central Oregon.
Mountain of donuts looms large in small town
A disagreement over the identity of a painting atop a bakery has led its owner to allege violation of his First Amendment rights.
What parties ought to consider when considering arbitration provisions | OP-ED
The combined goal of these considerations is eliminating surprises if a dispute arises and balancing efficiency with the desire for a fair process.
City, county development fee increases proposed
The Portland Bureau of Development Services is proposing fee changes for its various services because it's facing higher costs of operations.
News
- Portland’s Centennial Mills on the verge of demolition
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
Commentary
- Expecting a big bang but witnessing only a whimper | Opinion
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization — the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion













