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You need a good project manager – now more than ever
In a down economy many companies may find that technical prowess is no longer sufficient to maintain the bottom line. Project managers are more essential than ever. A good project […]
Clarification on transportation planning rule
The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule is one of the land-use hurdles for applicants seeking a zone change or comprehensive plan amendment to accommodate new development. The TPR requires that any […]
For employers, how to avoid lawsuits
Many employers get caught up in the rush to hire new employees and fail to take basic steps in the hiring process. Employers should be patient and use available screening tools. They should use an employment application form with legal disclaimers such as: employment is "at will," and no one can change that status except in writing; the employee is subject to drug testing at any time; and statemen[...]
How to get employed
The recession is grinding on. Some have been unemployed for over a year. This is truly a once-in-a-generation event. The unemployment rate is clearly higher than the "official" one. Difficult lessons are being relearned, especially if lives have been conducted without cushions.
Impact of Measure 49 still hazy
Measure 49 has been in effect for two years, and processing of claims has proceeded with little, if any, elaboration about its impact. Voters passed Measure 49 in November 2007, […]
Big Oregon project should be boon for state
The Oregon Wireless Interoperability Network is a $416 million project intended to knit together radio communications for Oregon’s emergency responders. The governor and the state Legislature have made this a […]
Time to prepare for a new civil rights law
On Nov. 21, employers will be required to comply with yet another federal law that restricts disclosure of employee health information. Specifically, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 will […]
Group is content to accept climate change
In July, the Land Conservation and Development Commission rejected a request by the Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition to adopt a new land-use goal. The proposed Goal 20 would be focused […]
FAQs about swine flu in the workplace
A year ago at this time, it seemed that every other phone call or e-mail I received from a client was a question about layoffs and downsizing. This fall, the […]
What happened to high-school shop classes?
Last month, while making my way through Lincoln High School at back-to-school night, I bumped into Jim Parr (LHS ’73). We were next to a room marked 鈥淒rafting,鈥� but there […]
Once more unto the breach, dear friends
On Sept. 15, Metro Chief Operating Officer Michael Jordan issued a series of recommendations to guide Urban Growth Boundary expansion decisions in the Portland-metro area over the next 40 to […]
Building industry takes a licking, keeps on ticking
In September 2008, each day’s headlines seemed to trump those from the day before. Last year, Merrill Lynch was sold to Bank of America on Sept. 14, and Lehman Brothers […]
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
