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New state contracting rules lack teeth, observers say
New construction manager-general contractor rules for public agencies will take effect Tuesday, but some stakeholders are concerned that an enforcement element is not included.
Work under way on Gresham courthouse project
Employees of Parrish Excavating and DeWitt Construction have begun work at the future site of the East Multnomah County Courthouse in Gresham.
Equipment gets retrofit for courthouse project
Parrish Excavating is retrofitting seven pieces of construction equipment with a technology that removes carbon emissions as part of a the East County Courthouse project.
East County Courthouse groundbreaking set
Culminating a 30-year process, Multnomah County is set to break ground on its new $19.6 million East County Courthouse at a Jan. 7 ceremony.
East County Courthouse plans approved
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners approved the new East Cuunty Courthouse in Gresham and its funding during the board's regular meeting.
Gresham courthouse project keeps it simple
A long-awaited courthouse project in Gresham's Rockwood neighborhood will use energy efficient and inexpensive design features to come in under budget.
Gresham courthouse design approved
Multnomah County commissioners today voted unanimously to pay for design work for a new courthouse in Gresham's Rockwood neighborhood. Construction on the building, estimated to cost between $15.9 million and $19.5 million, could start as early as December.
Gresham project to receive stimulus bonds
Multnomah County may dedicate $3.6 million in Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds to the East County Courts project in Gresham.
East County Courts project timeline
The East County Justice Center project changed several times in the past three years. This timeline explains the project's history.
Competitive bids expected for Gresham project
Along with a new architect, the Multnomah County-owned East County Justice Center project will have a new construction manager and general contractor in the coming months.
Gresham courthouse back on the boards
Multnomah County is seeking proposals for the long-delayed East Count Justice Center in Gresham.
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
