Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

Do you live or work in East Portland? Want to help shape the future of the city? Consider joining the Community Involvement Committee! We are recruiting for two representatives of District 1. Applications are due May 31. The Community Involvement Committee advises on community engagement practices for our planning projects that shape a wide range of policies – from housing and economic development to environmental protection and historic preservation. Visit the City's website to learn more. Portland.gov/CIC-District-1 #Portland #CityPlanning #CommunityEngagement

This collaborative process between PCEF and PSU ensures our future investments align with real community needs and real climate impact. Here’s what we learned: portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

Climate investments work best when grounded in data and community voice. That’s why the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) partnered with Portland State University to conduct a comprehensive baseline assessment of urban regenerative agriculture in our city.

Reminder: Applications for PCEF's Capacity Building grant program close on May 6, 2026, so apply ASAP! Portland.gov/PCEF-Capacity-…

The Central City Code Amendments Project aims to address post-pandemic challenges in Portland's Central City, including high vacancy rates and low foot traffic. The project focuses on updating land use regulations to encourage housing production and economic recovery. The latest plan draft - the Proposed Draft - is released for public testimony and integrates previous public feedback. You are encouraged to provide testimony for a Planning Commission hearing on May 26, 2026. Visit the city's website to learn more. Portland.gov/BPS/News #Portland #CentralCity

⏰ REMINDER: Apply by this Wednesday, May 6 to be considered for PCEF's new cohort-based Capacity Building Program. Visit Portland.gov/PCEF-capacity-… to learn more and get started.

✔Up to $150,000/year for 3 years ✔ Internal operations and systems support ✔Customized capacity building support services ✔Simple pre-eligibility form Learn more and apply: portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

Portland’s climate future depends on community leadership. The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) has launched a new capacity-building program for Portland-based nonprofits advancing community-led climate action. *Apply by May 6!* portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

Portlanders—join us for a continuing conversation to inform the future development vision of Lower Albina as we move forward with the Reconnecting Albina Planning Project (RAPP). We'll be exploring new and updated concepts for how streets, buildings, open spaces, and connections could look, feel, and evolve to create a vibrant neighborhood that functions as a place for community life, culture, and connection. This workshop will build off of our Open House event held in December 2025. Learn what residents have said so far about the future of the district and let us know your thoughts on these important opportunities and issues facing Lower Albina. This event will include general information about the project as well as facilitated discussions on topics such as open space, connectivity, future development opportunities, community history and identity, and more. Visit the City’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/Reconnect-Albi… #Portland #ReconnectingAlbina #CommunityDevelopment

Applying for a Community Grant from PCEF? Sign up for Applicant Office Hours! Whether you're a returning applicant or exploring PCEF funding for the first time, we offer scheduled sessions where you can ask PCEF staff any questions you might have. Sign up: portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

At the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF), we wanted to better understand how urban farming in our city can help address climate change, food access, and community well-being. Read our findings: portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

We all rely on the Earth’s natural resources to live. Through our everyday actions, we can help protect and restore our planet. Earth Day is a time to reflect on how we show up for our environment—and to find cleaner, more proactive ways to move through and live in Portland. After all, how we move shapes our planet. This year the City of Portland hosted a transportation themed Earth Day event, Earth In Motion. The event was a true reflection of what's possible when the city and community move together. More than 45 exhibitors filled Park Rose Middle School with resources, energy, and excitement, demonstrating how much momentum Portland has built toward a cleaner, more sustainable future. An “Electric Alley” showcased a remarkable lineup of electric vehicles, from EVs, electric heavy machinery, and e-bikes to e-scooters and more. Seeing the range of clean transportation options lined up together was a highlight of the afternoon, giving attendees a firsthand look at the future of mobility already available in Portland today. “Earth Day is every day. The work of building a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable Portland doesn't pause after April, and neither does the community that's driving it” said Vivian Satterfield, the City of Portland’s Chief Sustainability Officer. Discover more Earth Month events and learn about other sustainability efforts by visiting the City’s website. Portland.gov/Earth-Day #Portland #EarthDay #Climate #Sustainability

Are you part of a Portland-based nonprofit organization advancing community-led climate action? Apply by May 6 for a Capacity Building grant from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF): portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

Not everything with a recycle symbol belongs in your bin. Find out what really goes in—and what stays out—at Portland.gov/Recycle. Recycling right saves energy, protects natural resources, and supports local jobs. Thank you for recycling right! #Portland #Recycle

Apply by May 6 for a Capacity Building grant from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) today! PCEF launched a new cohort-based capacity building program for Portland-based nonprofit organizations advancing community-led climate action. portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) offers Applicant Office Hours where you can ask PCEF staff any questions you might have about your 2026 Community Grant application. Sign up for a spot: portland.gov/bps/cleanenerg…

Portlanders can sign up on the Portland Rides website between April 6 and July 24, 2026. The first random selection will be on April 27. portlandebikerebate.com

The citywide program will expand access to clean, affordable, and reliable transportation through a $20 million investment over five years, prioritizing low-income Portlanders and frontline communities.

The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF)'s new E-Bike Rebate Program Portland Rides provides an instant discount rebate to eligible residents to purchase standard, cargo, and adaptive e-bikes for personal use. portlandebikerebate.com