City of Portland

Work continues four weeks after the Centennial Mills warehouse fire. Visit the City’s website for more information. https://lnkd.in/gQ63F8Sr #Portland #CommunitySafety

Portland City Council allocated $7.1 million in ongoing funding to Ceasefire, marking a historic investment in Community Violence Intervention (CVI) in Portland. This investment provides long-term stability for Ceasefire and its community-based partners, strengthens services for those at highest risk of gun violence, supports an experienced violence intervention workforce, and allows the strategy to adapt as trends and community needs change. "We are grateful to Mayor Wilson, City Administrator Raymond Lee, and Portland City Council for this commitment and to our community partners who do this work every day," said Sierra Ellis, Portland Ceasefire Program Manager. Visit the City’s website to read the full story. https://lnkd.in/giauCbGY #Portland #CommunitySafety

For the fourth consecutive year, Portland ranked as top ten city in America for its readiness to address gun violence. Receiving the No. 7 ranking out of 100 cities in Community Justice's 2025 Violence Prevention Index Report – the only national analysis measuring the strength of a city's violence prevention ecosystem. This ranking highlights the effectiveness of Portland's gun violence reduction strategies, and the continued reductions Portland has seen in gun violence. Through partnerships among Portland Ceasefire, Portland Police Bureau, the Office of Violence Prevention, and the many community partners who collaborate every day, Portland's firearms homicides and shooting incidents decreased 57 percent year-to-date over the past three years. Visit the city’s website to read the full story. Portland.gov/News #Portland #CommunitySafety

Looking for a career that makes a real difference? The City of Portland is hiring for a wide range of jobs and career paths across many fields—and we want you to be part of the work. When you join the City of Portland, you join a mission to serve our community, strengthen public trust, and help make Portland a more equitable and livable place for everyone. We are committed to improving equitable service delivery and creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, safe, and supported. This week’s highlighted position is the Chief of Staff who serves as a trusted advisor to the City Administrator, helping turn priorities into coordinated action across the City. This senior leader brings teams together, advances enterprise-wide initiatives and helps ensure decisions, resources and operations are aligned to deliver for Portland. Apply today at Portland.gov/Jobs    #PortlandJobs #pdxJobs #WeArePortland 

Looking for a career that makes a real difference? The City of Portland is hiring for a wide range of jobs and career paths across many fields—and we want you to be part of the work. When you join the City of Portland, you join a mission to serve our community, strengthen public trust, and help make Portland a more equitable and livable place for everyone. We are committed to improving equitable service delivery and creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, safe, and supported. A special opportunity is open to Human Resources and compensation experts to help shape elected officials’ pay. Bring your expertise, support transparency and serve your community on the Salary Commission. Apply today at Portland.gov/Jobs    #PortlandJobs #pdxJobs #WeArePortland 

Interested in shaping the future of Portland? Join the Planning Commission! We are recruiting to fill five Commission positions that will help set strategic guideposts for how Portland will look, feel and function now and into the future. Planning Commissioners play an important role in responding to community feedback and making recommendations to City Council on long-range planning projects related to housing, economic development, environmental planning and more! We are also recruiting a Youth Commissioner between the ages of 18 and 25! Given the future-oriented nature of planning, a youth perspective is particularly important. Learn more and apply today! Applications are due by Sept. 14. https://lnkd.in/geP2CN74

Amtrak resumed partial services today from Union Station, full service will return on Thursday, August 20. A temporary disruption occurred starting on August 2nd as a result of the Centennial Mills fire. The City appreciates Amtrak's partnership and patience during the closure, and is glad to see service restored. Visit the City’s website for more information about the Centennial Mills fire. https://lnkd.in/gQ63F8Sr #Portland #PublicSafety

The demolition of the burned-out Centennial Mills building is nearly complete. By 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, almost nothing remained of the disused flour mill but a pile of rubble. "The rapid progress in the demolition of this building has been remarkable, and it is a credit to the skill and professionalism of the experts tasked with this responsibility," said Portland Permitting & Development Director Eric Kutch. In light of the rapid progress, City officials today advised railroad operators that the building no longer poses a hazard to trains near the site. The contractor has been working to reduce dust and airborne hazards, control erosion, and prevent runoff into the Willamette River. Because asbestos-containing materials may remain at the site, the contractor will continue to monitor for their presence throughout the demolition. Any asbestos-containing materials identified will be handled and disposed of in accordance with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality requirements. "The site remains dangerous, so it is important that people continue to stay away while crews work to finish the demolition safely and efficiently," Kutch said. Visit the City’s website for more information. https://lnkd.in/gQ63F8Sr #Portland #PublicSafety

True North is a 50-unit project from Habitat for Humanity Portland Region bringing affordable homeownership opportunities to North Portland for households earning up to 60% or 80% AMI. All units have 2+ bedrooms for families and will remain permanently affordable.    These townhomes will be subject to the N/NE Preference Policy, meaning that applicants with historic ties to the area are prioritized. All homes will be built with energy efficiency features, and the site will include three outdoor community areas with playgrounds and community gardens. True North was designed by MWA Architects.    PHB is proud to support True North with Metro Housing Bond funds. The Metro Bond is on track to produce 2,154 affordable homes in Portland, with additional units to be announced soon. Thank you to the voters for supporting affordable housing! Learn more about the project, the N/NE Preference Policy, and the Metro Housing Bond at our website. Portland.gov/PHB/News #Portland #Housing

Since 2018, Portlanders have recorded over 50,000 Home Energy Scores. This 1–10 rating gives homeowners and buyers a clearer picture of a home’s energy efficiency, estimated energy costs and opportunities to improve comfort and affordability. More than just a score, this data is also a roadmap for making Portland homes healthier, safer, more comfortable and more energy efficient. Visit the City’s website to learn more and search for your score. Portland.gov/BPS/News. #Portland #EnergyScores