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Willamette Falls Riverwalk gains momentum
A potential Metro bond measure may include $20 million to go toward a much-anticipated construction project.
Parkrose development concepts to be presented
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability will host a public workshop to share concepts for development of three large farm sites.
Lloyd office project proposal to be discussed
The Portland Bureau of Development Services will hold a pre-application conference April 4 to discuss a proposal for a nine-story addition atop a parking garage.
CM-GC sought for Willamette Falls work
Metro is preparing to seek a construction manager-general contractor for the first phase of the Willamette Falls Legacy Project.
Oregon Convention Center project proceeding
The second phase of work has begun on a $39 million renovation of the Oregon Convention Center.
Metro-led group looking at issues affecting workforce retention
Months after convening the Construction Career Pathways Project work ing group, Metro is beginning to forge a path forward to encourage more women and minorities to enter and remain in the building trades.
Hotel construction approaching homestretch
The 600-room Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center is about 75 percent complete and on target to open in early 2020.
Grant funding approved for Southwest Corridor housing program
The Portland City Council has approved an intergovernmental agreement with Metro to pay for planning and development of the Southwest Corridor Equitable Housing Strategy.
Oregon Zoo cafe, storage building in the works
The Oregon Zoo has submitted a request to the Portland Bureau of Development Services to allow demolition of an existing caf茅, construction of a new caf茅 and construction of a new storage facility.
Four UGB expansions approved in Portland-metro area
The Metro Council voted unanimously Thursday to approve four urban growth boundary expansions and open up 2,181 acres of land for future development.
Voters boost efforts to acquire or build affordable housing
Voters in the Portland-metro area said yes to affordable housing, overwhelmingly approving a $652.8 million bond measure.
Affordable housing development discussion on tap
The Portland City Council is slated to take up on Thursday an implementation plan for the Equitable Housing Strategy involving the planned Southwest Corridor light-rail line.
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
