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HUD grant revives stalled Hillsdale housing project
Home Forward, formerly known as the Housing Authority of Portland, has received a $18.5 million grant to redevelop Hillsdale Terrace. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the award of the Hope VI Revitalization grant at a media event Monday morning.
Port of Vancouver receives $15M high-speed rail grant
The Port of Vancouver USA has been awarded $15 million from the federal government to help provide high-speed rail service.
Grants available for green projects in parts of Portland
The Portland Development Commission is accepting grant applications from businesses in the Lents Town Center, Interstate Corridor and Gateway urban renewal areas that are interested in adding sustainable features.
Grant money sought for Oregon Garden
The Oregon Garden’s “A-Mazing Water Garden” wetland system is competing to win a $10,000 grant via Rain Bird Corp.’s Intelligent Use of Water Awards, an interactive program that will give […]
Oregon green tech startups receive funding
Four Oregon business-university teams were awarded commercialization grants today from the Oregon Built Environment & Sustainable Technologies Center.
FTA announces grant for Moody Ave. project
The Federal Transit Administration announced today that it has given the Portland Bureau of Transportation a $23.2 million grant to help rebuild Moody Avenue in Portland's Southwest Waterfront District.
East Portland slated for housing improvements
More then 100 housing units in Portland will be analyzed for lead paint and other building hazards this year thanks to a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Metro gets $2M for Barbur Boulevard study
Portland's regional government Metro has received a $2 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration for a transportation study.
TriMet receives $4.2M for energy-efficient braking
Transit agency TriMet has received a $4.2 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration to improve regenerative braking on light rail.
Health care act funds Oregon clinics
Oregon received more than $31 million in grants this year to renovate and build community health clinics around the state.
Signage, lighting now fundable by PDC
Signage and lighting improvements can now be funded through the Portland Development Commission's Storefront Improvements Program.
Eugene to Vancouver rail gets funding
The Oregon and Washington departments of transportation have received an additional $26.5 million in grants for development of a high-speed rail line between Eugene and Vancouver, British Columbia.
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
