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Examining the apprenticeship system
A state-appointed task force is crafting policy that could lead to new apprentice utilization laws.
Homebuilders support proposed construction tax extension
The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland is "generally satisfied" with assurances that revenues from the excise tax would be used, at least in part, for concept planning in urban reserve areas.
New day dawns for long-blighted housing complex
A $53 million redevelopment effort has refreshed the former Hillsdale Terrace housing complex in Southwest Portland.
Transportation issues examined in Depoe Bay
Oregon Department of Transportation officials last week joined Depoe Bay leaders for a walking tour of the city to discuss plans for improving access through it.
Contractor鈥檚 diversity champion lauded by SBA chapter
Last month the Small Business Administration's Portland office named Rhonnda Parsons Edmiston of Howard S. Wright, a Balfour Beatty Co. a 2014 Oregon Small Business Champion.
Firms honored by Salem Contractors Exchange
The Salem Contractors Exchange recently held its annual awards event, and Salem-based White Oak Construction received several honors -- including the People's Choice Award.
Portland City Council will wait to vote on street fee
Portland City Council has delayed until November its vote on a controversial street fee after concerns were raised about how it would affect low-income residents and small businesses.
North Bend workforce camp project clears hurdle
North Bend City Council last week dismissed an appeal of approval given to a proposed 2,100-unit workforce housing camp for construction workers during the Jordan Cove Energy Project.
Kwang-yi Ger Gale joins Tonkon Torp LLP.
LAW Kwang-yi Ger Gale recently joined the business immigration practice group at Tonkon Torp LLP.聽 She has more than 10 years of experience practicing immigration law. She handles complex immigration […]
Miller Nash’s Elizabeth Milesnick elected to board
LAW Miller Nash LLP intellectual property litigation attorney Elizabeth Milesnick recently was elected vice president/president-elect of Oregon Women Lawyers’ board of directors; she will become president in May 2015. She […]
Clima-Tech Corp.’s Darwin Roy honored
CONSTRUCTION Darwin Roy, president of employee-owned Clima-Tech Corp., recently was presented with Automated Logic Corp.’s first Lifetime Achievement Award. Darwin was recognized for contributions to the ALC dealer community and […]
Miller Nash’s Mary Ann Frantz named to board
LAW Miller Nash LLP business and securities partner Mary Ann Frantz recently was named first vice chairwoman of the board of directors of Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington. […]
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
