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Commission approves design for Portland school redevelopment
Portland design commission approves plans for new 289,500-square-foot Ida B. Wells High School building on Vermont Street, designed by Bora Architecture.
Team presents updated plans for Portland school project
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday advised the team preparing for the $349.1 million replacement of Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School.
Diverse team sought for PPS’ $1.83 billion bond program
Minority-owned contractor participation and community engagement are to be emphasized in Portland Public Schools' $1.83 billion bond program for new construction and renovations.
Portland Design Commission advises Ida B. Wells HS rebuild team
Commissioners weighed in on updated plans for the $349 million project to modernize the school's campus in Southwest Portland.
PPS picks Procedeo to manage major school bond projects
Portland Public Schools' board has approved a $61.1M contract with a Texas-based firm to manage three high school modernizations and a renovation to suit the Center for Black Student Excellence.
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Sub-bids sought for work at Portland high school
The beginning of a phased, three-year effort to update Benson Polytechnic High School is now in motion, with Andersen Construction serving as general contractor.
Another structural investment in education
This week, crews placed the first concrete tilt panels that will form the backbone of the new Kellogg Middle School鈥檚 gymnasium and auditorium.
Out with the old to prepare for the new
Demolition is under way at Madison High School, in Northeast Portland, to allow builders to proceed with modernization and expansion.
Modernization on tap for 102-year-old landmark
The Portland Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday weighed in on early plans to update Benson Polytechnic High School.
Scammer impersonates Portland-based contractor
A scammer claiming to be a Fortis Construction representative attempted to defraud Portland Public Schools of $2.9 million.
Old school becomes new
Northeast Portland's Grant High School will reopen to students this month after a two-year, $158 million modernization and expansion project.
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
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- 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
