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Leonard to crack down on Portland food carts
Portland Commissioner Randy Leonard announced that property owners must bring their food carts up to building code, citing an increasing number of complaints about illegal additions and overhangs.
BDS wants new electronic permitting system
Portland's Bureau of Development Services has asked to borrow $5.2 million from the city to buy a new electronic permitting system, which officials say would save the department time and money.
Council moves Coliseum proposals forward
Portland City Council unanimously voted to move forward three proposals for the redevelopment of Memorial Coliseum to the request for proposals process.
‘Made in Oregon’ sign goes to city of Portland
The saga of the Made in Oregon sign came to an end Tuesday with an agreement for Ramsay Signs to donate the iconic neon sign to the city of Portland.
Council approves PGE Park soccer deal
Portland City Council today approved agreements between the city and Peregrine Sports to renovate PGE Park and bring Major League Soccer to the venue.
EPA denies Portland request for open reservoirs
The Portland Water Bureau‘s last effort to keep its five in-town drinking water reservoirs uncovered has failed. The bureau said it received聽a response from the federal Environmental Protection Agency on […]
Flip the switch on the slough
When they aren't busy lauding the crisp, plastic-free taste of Bull Run water, it appears the Portland Water Bureau has been busy installing a new 270 kilowatt solar system at its Columbia South Shore Well Field.
Flip the switch on the slough
When they aren't busy lauding the crisp, plastic-free taste of Bull Run water, it appears the Portland Water Bureau has been busy installing a new 270 kilowatt solar system at its Columbia South Shore Well Field.
Stimulus project lists conflict
The “year in review” section of Portland Mayor Sam Adams’ Web page calls attention to the city’s own stimulus package, passed last January. At that time, City Council pledged to […]
Water bureau puts other projects before those on stimulus list
A city bureau with some of the largest projects in Portland’s local “Job Creation and Stimulus Package” won’t be building those projects anytime soon. The Portland Water Bureau, with stimulus […]
Portland considers minority oversight for contract review panels
Despite good-faith efforts of the past 25 years, the city of Portland says it is still inconsistent in its efforts to include minorities in its contractor evaluation and selection processes. […]
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
