UPDATED: Willamette Falls Riverwalk project approved
The Metro Council on Thursday voted unanimously to approve a memorandum of understanding for construction of a public path through the former Blue Heron Paper Co. site.
Input sought on Blue Heron site plan
A 10-question survey will be used to help shape a master plan that Walker Macy is creating for the 23-acre industrial site.
Oregon City Arch Bridge expected to be finished on time despite delays
The Oregon City Arch Bridge Project is on track to be finished next spring despite delays and an additional $1 million in construction costs, according to officials with the Oregon Department of Transportation.
Historic Masonic lodge for sale in Oregon City
Multnomah Lodge No. 1 in downtown Oregon City is listed at $875,000. Scott Elliott of Macadam Forbes, who is brokering the property, said one offer was received; however, backup offers are being sought.
One of Oregon’s oldest buildings to be rehabbed
The Oregon City Commission this week unanimously approved a contract to move forward with plans to rehabilitate one of one of the oldest buildings in the state.
Oregon City credit union remodeled
Bremik Construction recently completed a remodel of a Clackamas Federal Credit Union branch in Oregon City.
Metro reveals its vision for Blue Heron site in Oregon City
Regional government Metro has a vision for the former Blue Heron Paper Co. site that includes restoring the natural habitat along the river, creating public access to the falls, emphasizing the area’s cultural and historic significance, and potentially partnering with a private developer to spur business activity in downtown Oregon City.
Oregon City voters recall commissioner Nicita
Oregon City voters on Tuesday secured the recall of Commissioner Jim Nicita. The vote is the culmination of a long fight over a failed deal to build a shopping mall on top of a local landfill.
Cove development wins over environmentalists, steps closer to deal
The developers of a proposed $185 million waterfront project called the Cove in Oregon City have approval from the city’s urban renewal commission for land-use applications to be passed to city staffers.
Cabela’s development at heart of Oregon City commissioner recall campaign
Quarrels over a planned development in Oregon City have finally come to a head, and the fate of City Commissioner Jim Nicita, who criticized the project, now rests in the hands of the city’s voters.
Green development wins accolades with simple, inexpensive design
The Juneberry Lane affordable housing development in Oregon City last week won national recognition from the U.S. Green Building Council as this year’s Outstanding Affordable Housing Project. But the project team worked together to keep both construction costs – and future utility bills – low.
Concordia University eyes Oregon City waterfront
Developers of a $185 million project on city-owned, waterfront property in Oregon City are planing mostly for residential space, but Concordia University officials say the property could suit the university and its partner Growth Design Corp.
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