TriMet is urging riders to plan ahead and prepare for big changes coming to the system beginning Sunday, August 23. TriMet’s website, trimet.org, has been updated to include the adjustments […]
Big Changes Coming to TriMet Late August, MAX Green Line and 33 Bus Lines Effected Read More
Multnomah County Library has announced that the Belmont Library will reopen Saturday, August 15 as a transformed space that is more than twice its original size. The project is the
Belmont Library to Reopen Mid-August Read More
SMART Reading, a statewide nonprofit, reached 10,606 kids with reading support and/or books to keep and gave away nearly 70,000 books during the 2025-26 year. Their final sessions of the
SMART Reading Volunteers Needed Read More
As summer wears on, it’s a good to remember that the burn ban Portland Fire & Rescue Fire Marshal and the Multnomah County Fire Defense Board issued in mid-June remains
Burn Ban Remains in Effect Read More
The rates and fees Portlanders pay for the critical investments in the systems they rely on every day, like water, sewers, streets, parks and garbage pickup have increased. The City’s
City Rate Increases in Effect Read More
Beginning July 2026, Central Eastside Together (CET) began making important adjustments to their Clean Team operations as part of the ongoing program evaluation and in response to feedback from the
Central Eastside Cleaning Changes Read More
As mosquito activity increases during the summer months, it’s important to remember that there are things you can do at home to help reduce areas where they breed. Standing water
Reducing Mosquito Habitat and West Nile Infection Read More
The Central Eastside Commuter Pass, designed for individuals who live or work in the Central Eastside, is one of the best and most affordable ways to get around the district.
Central Eastside Commuter Passes Available Read More
In mid-June Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) announced that applications for the Preschool for All (PFA) 2026-2027 school year have reopened. To be eligible, a child must be 3 or
Preschool For All Applications Reopen Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) will be repairing SE Division St. from SE Cesar Chavez Blvd. to SE 50th Ave. starting in July. The project will be constructed in
SE Division St. Paving Starts in July Read More
As Oregon enters the hottest months of the year, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging people to take steps now to protect themselves, their families and their communities from heat-related
Preparing for and Handling Hot Weather Read More
Over 30 speed and intersection safety cameras are currently operating across Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) High Crash Network and more are coming online soon. Placed at locations with a
Speed and Intersection Safety Cameras Read More
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is revising a new pool rule (which we covered last month) requiring children younger than 14 years old to be accompanied by adults at general-use public
OHA Revises New Pool Rule Read More
Starting in July, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) begins their 2026 Summer Free for All Cultural Events with free movies, concerts, festivals and special events taking place at parks across
Summer Free for All Cultural Events Read More
The 2026 Dogs of Mt. Tabor Calendar, the very first one, was so good the Friends of Mt. Tabor is doing it again for 2027. July 1-31 people may submit
Submissions Open for 2027 Dogs Calendar Read More
Portland has updated its recycling rules to match new statewide standards under Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act. The state will continue to review what belongs in the recycling
Curbside Recycling Updates Read More
This spring and early summer, the Bureau of Environmental Services invites Portland families to get outside and journey along a story in two of Portland’s amazing natural areas. Using a
Go on a StoryWalk® in June Read More
Earlier this year Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) announced a new Oregon pool code, OAR 333-062-1000, 6.4.2.2.3(14), which requires all swimmers under the age of 14 to be under the
New PP&R Pool Rule, Outdoor Pools Open Read More
This summer, Portland’s Safe Blocks program is helping neighbors host parties in their neighborhoods through Party On, Portland! for events held Saturday, August 1-Friday, August 14. The parties are a
Free Lunch + Play, part of Portland Parks & Recreation’s (PP&R) Summer Free For All events returns for 2026. Starting Monday, June 22 and running through Friday, August 21 at
Free Lunch + Play Returns Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) and the City of Portland have announced that a strategic public-private partnership with Sellwood Community House (SCH) is in place to reactivate Laurelhurst Studio in
Laurelhurst Studio Reactivation Read More
Whether you water your outdoor plants manually or have an irrigation system, there’s always room for water conservation. The Portland Water Bureau has tips for saving water while keeping your
Save Water Outdoors This Summer Read More
Summer is a great time to get out and explore all Portland has to offer on foot or by bike. To get the most out of your excursions, the Portland
Biking and Pedestrian Resources Read More
As the warmer months are upon us, the Portland Police Bureau urges people to adopt the life-saving habit of checking their back seats before walking away from their vehicles. Every
SE Uplift has launched a how-to guide designed to help people build a rapid response network, an organized group of neighbors who agree to show up—fast—when a neighbor needs help.
Starting a Rapid Response Network Read More
The official Earth Day may have passed but that doesn’t mean you can’t make every day Earth Day in one way or another. The City of Portland has put together
Make Earth Day Every Day Read More
Portland is currently in the middle of peak spring migration season for birds. Residents and commercial buildings can help the millions of birds migrating across North America by reducing light
Help Protect Migrating Birds Read More
The May 19 Primary Election in Multnomah County includes candidates for Metro Council and federal, state and judicial positions. All registered voters in Multnomah County will receive a ballot for
Voting Assistance Available Read More
The City Bike Bus, a group of adults riding to downtown from various parts of the city on designated routes, returns this year. Based on the idea of a group
City Bike Bus Returns For Summer Read More
The City of Portland has launched a new public graffiti dashboard to track graffiti reports and cleanup efforts citywide. The tool increases transparency, helps prioritize response and allows residents and
Report Graffiti and Track Cleanup Efforts Read More
The public is invited to celebrate a milestone birthday for the Burnside Bridge Saturday, May 30, 12-5 pm. As the bridge turns 100 (officially on May 28), it’s time to
Burnside Bridge Centennial Celebration Read More
The emerald ash borer is an invasive beetle that kills North American ash trees, including Oregon ash. According to Metro, the first was found in Oregon in Forest Grove in
Slow the Spread of the Emerald Ash Borer Read More
If you’re struggling to pay for tree care on your private property, the City of Portland may be able to help. The new Tree Care Assistance program provides income-qualified property
Tree Care Assistance Available Read More
As the weather warms and summer is on the horizon, more people are out and about and TriMet wants to make sure that their transportation options are safe and welcoming
TriMet Offers Tips to Stay Safe Around Buses, Trains and the Streetcar Read More
Friends of Laurelhurst Park (FLP) will begin their 23rd season of work parties this spring and they invite community members to join them. Many of their stalwart volunteers are aging
Help Keep Laurelhurst Park Clean Read More
The Oregon Spring Cleanup is SOLVE’s largest spring volunteer initiative, in partnership with Portland General Electric, spanning the entire month of April. It brings together individuals, families, schools, businesses and
SOLVE’s Earth Month Clean Ups Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation has announced that applications for Portland Parks Preschool for the 2026-2027 school year will be open Wednesday, April 1-Thursday, April 30. They are dedicated to providing
Portland Parks Preschool Applications Open in April Read More
A major lighting initiative beneath several viaducts in the Central Eastside have been transformed from once-dark underpasses into brighter gateways for businesses, workers and visitors. The project is the result
Central Eastside Viaduct Lighting Project Read More
The Portland Housing Bureau has launched a 12-month home sharing pilot program, offering one-time grants to homeowners with spare rooms who rent them via a qualified home sharing provider. The
Home Sharing Pilot Program Read More
Metro invites community input to help shape a 50-year vision for the greater Portland region. The first Future Vision was published in 1995 after being approved by voters in 1992.
Help Shape Portland’s 50-Year Vision Read More
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is urging e-scooter and e-bike riders to take safety precautions. New data shows injuries associated with the use of these devices more than doubled between 2021
Safety Urged for E-Scooter, E-Bike Usage Read More
The City of Portland’s 12-month financial cycle begins July 1 and ends June 30 the following year, with five phases: budget preparation, current service level budget and forecast, proposed budget,
Join the City’s 2026-27 Budget Planning Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is working to improve traffic safety on SE César E Chávez Blvd., from Lafayette Ct. (just south of Powell Blvd.) to Schiller St. (just
SE César E Chávez Blvd. Safety Project Read More
The Friends of Portland Community Gardens are selling Mason Bee houses and cocoons as a fundraiser for the organization. Proceeds from the sale will also fund their ongoing program of
Mason Bee Program and Fundraiser Read More
In District 3 Councilor Steve Novick’s recent newsletter, he recognized that many people think the City Council should do more to fight Federal violence. However, the City Council’s ability to
Making an Individual Difference Regarding ICE Read More
Treebate provides a one-time credit on City of Portland water/sewer/stormwater bills when Portlanders plant a tree in their residential yard. The program encourages people to plant trees that will intercept
Treebate Offers Utility Bill Credits Read More
Central Eastside Together supports the Central Eastside district with on-the-ground programs that complement City services and help keep that neighborhood clean, safe and welcoming. They can’t do it alone and
Reporting Safety and Cleanliness Concerns Read More
Community members are invited to comment on the draft proposal to revise zoning bonuses to incentivize needed housing types, such as affordable and accessible housing, and units with more bedrooms.
Give Feedback on Incentives to Increase Needed Housing Types Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is seeking public input on its proposed updates to four of its administrative rules. Administrative rules are binding requirements, regulations or procedures that are
Public Comment Period Open For PBOT Projects Read More
The Arts Access Fund Income Tax (Arts Tax) was approved by Portland voters and has been in place since the 2012 tax year. Each year the $35 Arts Tax is
Portland Arts Tax Due in April Read More
Starting at the beginning of 2026, the equitable gas leaf blower phase-out began. In 2026 and 2027, gas leaf blowers will be permitted from October through December only. The policy
Reporting Noise, Leaf Blower Complaints Read More
Portland Food Forest Initiative is giving away fruit trees to those who agree to plant, prune and care for a fruit tree on the parking strip and openly welcome neighbors
Apply For a Free Fruit Tree Read More
Winter means rain, gray skies and more time inside. It’s also the time to get a jump on spring gardening with an eye on native plant sales. According to Portland
Guide to Native Plant Sales Read More
With colder temperatures in the winter months, households rely more on wood stoves, space heaters and other heating sources and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is reminding people to take steps
Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in the Winter Read More
Have you visited Mt. Tabor Park recently and found that once you returned home, you were missing something? If so, the Visitor Center might have it. Stop in 9:30 am-2
Mt. Tabor Park Lost and Found Read More
The city has set standard rates for curbside collection of large items (often called bulky waste), making it easier to get rid of broken furniture, old mattresses and other waste
Getting Rid of Bulky Waste Read More
In early January, the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) signed a decision memorandum to revise the Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule and significantly reduce
West Coast Health Alliance Immunization Endorsement Read More
Starting in mid-December, Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid) members began being able to get over-the-counter birth control pills, including Opill, and emergency contraception at no cost at pharmacies across the state.
Birth Control Barriers Removed for OHP/Medicaid Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) and Portland City Elections invites the public to submit creative names for five more snowplows in the city’s second annual snowplow naming contest. Last
Snowplow Naming Contest Open Read More
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise and cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high. In response, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is urging people to
OHA Urges Pertussis Vaccination Read More
With the holidays over, it’s time to start the clean up. The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) has tips on how to recycle common holiday waste, what to do
Holiday Garbage and Recycling Tips Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is the proud steward of more than 200 parks, gardens and other natural settings which can be reserved for weddings and/or receptions. The PP&R Customer
2026 Wedding Reservations Open Read More
Portland Nursery wants your gardens to remain healthy and happy during the cold season and they have some tips to keep in mind for the inevitable winter weather events that
Winter Garden Preparations Read More
Multnomah County Library (MCL) has selected Justice Ketanji Brown Jack’s Lovely One: A Memoir for Everybody Reads 2026, the library’s signature community reading project that has been operating for 24
Everybody Reads 2026 Selection Read More
In late November the City of Portland renewed enforcement of the City Code related to towing and disposal fees for illegally parked lived-in vehicles. Towing of these vehicles is under
Towing of Illegally Parked Lived-In Vehicles Read More
Thanks to generous multi-year funding from the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Portland Fruit Tree Project is thrilled to announce the start of something they’ve wanted to do since they
Community Pruning Pilot Launch Read More
Multnomah County Transportation reminds drivers to use extra caution during the colder months as road conditions can be more treacherous with fog, rain, snow and ice this time of year.
Use Extra Caution in Winter Driving Conditions Read More
Starting at the end of November, TriMet began to reduce transit service as part of their ongoing work to close a $300 million budget gap. In this first step of
TriMet Service Reduction Read More
Open enrollment for 2026 private health insurance is the annual opportunity for people in Oregon to secure coverage for the year ahead. It is also the only time most individuals
Open Enrollment Underway Read More
The public is invited to submit comments on the proposed administrative rules for gas leaf blowers. Portland City Code Chapter 17.101 provides the rules for using leaf blowers in Portland.
Comment on Leaf Blower Administrative Rules Read More
The City of Portland has announced that a basic sidewalk cleaning service along major business corridors and other high-impact areas to keep the community friendlier, safer and more welcoming is
Basic Sidewalk Cleaning Service Established Read More
It’s that time again: the return of the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) adopt a storm drain program. PBOT crews work hard to keep more than 58,000 storm drains clear.
This fall the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) announced the names for the bureau’s first five named snowplows as part of its preparation for winter. Earlier this year PBOT ran
Prepare to Get Home Safe This Winter Read More
Starting Monday, December 1, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) will begin accepting applications for Summer 2026 Summer Free For All Cultural Events (SFFA). One of Portland’s most beloved and anticipated
Apply For a Summer Free For All Event Read More
The Friends of Mt. Tabor Park has created a 2025 calendar, which includes 41 dogs from 38 families. Georgia Obradovich, Visitor Center Coordinator, and Rachel White, Treasurer for Friends of
Dogs of Mt. Tabor Park Calendar Read More
As winter approaches, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Urban Forestry staff says now is the perfect time to have your trees evaluated by a professional to prepare for potential weather-related
Preparing Trees For Winter Weather Read More
From November to mid-January each year, the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) Leaf Day service helps provide cleaner, safer streets, keeps storm drains clear and reduces flooding at intersections. PBOT
Mayor Keith Wilson has directed the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) to pause implementation of extended evening parking meter enforcement hours. The Mayor said the pause, effective mid-October, “is necessary
Evening Parking Meter Hours Extension Paused Read More
Gasoline-powered leaf blowers will become a tool of the past in Portland as the new year rolls around. Beginning January 1, 2026, they will only be allowed October-December and starting
Gas Leaf Blower Ban Begins in January Read More
After decades of service, the MetroPaint program is coming to a close at the end of 2025. The program has been serving greater Portland for more than 30 years and
MetroPaint Closing at Year End Read More
Portland Street Response has announced several changes, including new hours and a new phone number, to improve the program’s ability to assist people experiencing mental health and behavioral health crises.
Expanded Portland Street Response Hours Read More
Discover the Central Eastside with Central Eastside PDX’s first-ever District Passport. Partnering with nearly 60 local businesses, the passport was created for anyone who is ready to shop, dine and
Central Eastside PDX Passport Read More
The Portland Housing Bureau’s Rental Housing Service Office hosts an inaugural Portland Rental Education Week Monday, October 6-Thursday, October 9. Free, online educational sessions will be held every day, 12-1
Rental Education Week Read More
It’s never been easier or more accessible to find, share and sign up for PP&R activities with the online Recreation Activity Guide. Use it to view registered and drop-in activities,
PP&R Winter Recreation Registration Read More
Central Eastside Together (CET) is conducting an evaluation of their safety and livability programs, the Clean Team and the Community Ambassador Team. The survey is intended to collect feedback from
Central Eastside District Services Survey Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation’s (PP&R) Urban Forestry division, along with local nonprofit Friends of Trees, is launching a new $1.8 million partnership to plant and care for trees. The expanded
Apply For a Free Tree Read More
In many areas of SE, liveability issues and public safety concerns disproportionately affect residents. To better marshall City programs and services into a collaborative team to address cleaning and activating
Problem Solver Network Addresses Liveability Issues Read More
Multnomah County has announced that starting Monday, October 13 the Broadway Bridge will close for six months to all cars, trucks, buses and the Portland Streetcar for work to replace
Broadway Bridge Closed October 13-April 11 Read More
Now that kids are back in school, streets all over Portland have gotten busier. With thousands of students walking, biking, rolling and riding transit to school, the Portland Bureau of
PBOT Reminds Drivers to Slow Down Read More
Communities become stronger when neighbors come together across differences to build connections to one another and create a shared vision for change. The Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Coalition Community Small Grants
Community Small Grants Available Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) began its expanded pay-to-park hours in August with the Central Eastside being the first district to see hours extend to 10 pm daily. Extended
“5 After 5” Parking Rule Goes Into Effect Read More
If you’ve been thinking about buying an EV, doing so after Tuesday, September 30 will cost you an extra $7,500. That’s the date when the federal tax rebate for EV
Now is the Time to Buy an EV Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation’s (PP&R) Urban Forestry division has developed an emerald ash borer (EAB) Response Plan to manage the arrival of this highly destructive, invasive tree pest. Although EAB
PP&R Prepares For Emerald Ash Borer Read More
The Portland Arts Project Grants Program is currently accepting submissions to support the making and sharing of artistic work and the development of the arts community in Portland. Individual artists,
Portland Arts Project Grants Application Window Open Read More
Multnomah County Emergency Management (MCEM) has an ongoing need for additional facilities to host Disaster Resource Centers (DRC). These sites offer life-saving services to the most vulnerable members of our
Host or Volunteer at a DRC Read More
Berrydale Park in the Montavilla neighborhood has reopened after undergoing significant renovations, including a new playground, skateboarding area, improved pathways, upgraded lighting, street enhancements, newly planted trees and much more.
Montavilla’s Berrydale Park Reopens Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is taking the next steps to install more convenient, reliable and affordable chargers for electric vehicles across the city and they are looking for
PBOT to Expand Curbside EV Charging Read More
In July, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) updated on-street and public garage parking rates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year across the city’s five parking districts which include the Central
Central Eastside Parking Rate Increase Read More
With electronic theft of benefits from Oregon Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards on the rise, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has issued tips on ways people can protect
Protect Your EBT Card Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) Portland by Cycle program has developed a list of suggested rides around Portland, all of which are loops and centered around low-traffic streets, neighborhood
Portland By Cycle Rides Read More
