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Community garden proposal in Portland land use review intakes | Jan. 12, 2026
Early assistance is being sought for a plan to create a community garden on two contiguous properties owned/managed by Portland State University.
$9.2 million multifamily renovation in Portland building permits | Jan. 12, 2026
An alteration permit is under review for a proposal to improve an apartment building in downtown Portland.
Brad Hays | Beaver Equipment Company (BECO)
BECO, a Pence Companies affiliate in Salem, has promoted Brad Hays to director of operations & asset strategy.
John Moore | Pence Contractors
Pence Contractors has promoted John Moore to area superintendent. He is based in Lake Oswego.
LMC Construction: Beaverton Senior Housing (Meadowlark)
LINKS: https://lmccon.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/IgBMCLWm_sWJRLnnisbVH7DRAQUXSqneH3VM5w7IcCWI2IQ?e=vABUe8 [email protected]
Kirby Nagelhout Construction: Beaver Acres ES Addition
LINKS: [email protected]
Stormwater treatment projects on tap in Northwest Portland
ODOT is planning to spend approximately $37 million on stormwater filtration improvements near Portland bridges and U.S. Route 30 to remove pollutants from runoff.
2025 was uncertain, unusual, unnerving, unprecedented, unimaginable | Opinion
2025 offered investors a year that tested nerves, rewarded patience, and reminded us why we stay invested despite the headline news and trading turmoil.
Pacific Northwest projects totaling $46.2 million in top bidders | Jan. 9, 2026
The Washington State Department of Transportation has awarded a $20.3 million contract for railroad system improvements.
Extension plan for Portland’s North Park Blocks scrutinized
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday provided advice on plans to extend the North Park Blocks as part of the Green Loop. Members expressed concerns about timing, maintenance and interim uses.
Bremik Construction Inc.: Holcomb ES Bid Package 02 Spring Break Abatement
The project includes selective interior renovations, construction of a new cafeteria and kitchen addition with associated site improvements, ADA and restroom upgrades, new lighting and low-voltage systems, new 铿乺e sprinkler and HVAC systems, a new roof, and other selective site enhancements.
City Of Cannon Beach: Utility Worker, Wastewater
The City of Cannon Beach is seeking an individual skilled in construction, maintenance, repair, and related operational activities in wastewater.
News
- $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
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- 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 鈥� 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
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
