City of Portland, OR

City Administrator Raymond Lee makes his first TV appearance on @KGWNews’s Straight Talk and discusses City Council, budget challenges, and his vision for downtown revitalization. Watch the full interview on KGW.com/Straight-Talk or visit the city's website. Portland.gov/Lee-KGW #Portland #CityAdministrator #Budget #CityCouncil #DowntownPortland

Join the conversation about community safety. The Focused Intervention Team Community Oversight Group (FITCOG) is hosting a town hall in the historic Humboldt neighborhood on March 19, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at Jefferson High School, 5210 N. Kerby Ave., Portland. Online attendance is also available. portland.gov/fitcog/events/… This public forum will cover gun violence trends in Portland and strategies for reducing gun violence during the spring and summer school breaks, focusing on approaches beyond arrests. The event will also include the Focused Intervention Team’s (FIT) regular monthly summary. Our goal is to empower the community to work together for a safer neighborhood. #Portland #CommunitySafety #FITCOG

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. Apply today at Portland.gov/Jobs. Featured Job Opportunity: Executive Assistant for City Administrator Raymond Lee The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing a full range of general administrative duties and specialized tasks to City of Portland’s City Administrator. Responsibilities are broad in scope, allow for a high degree of administrative discretion, and are evaluated in terms of timeliness and quality. #Portland #WeArePortland #pdxJobs

Join Portland’s District 2 City Councilors for a conversation about the budget. Budget season is here, and the City wants to hear community priorities, what is and isn’t working, and what questions residents have for District 2 Councilors. Attend an interactive budget conversation tomorrow, Saturday, March 14, from noon to 2 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland. Hosted by Councilors Dan Ryan, Elana Pirtle-Guiney and Sameer Kanal, with special guests Mayor Keith Wilson and City Administrator Raymond Lee. Portland.gov/Budget/Events #Portland #CityBudget

The Portland Solutions' PEMO team is partnering with Central City Concern to provide basic sidewalk cleaning services that help keep commercial corridors welcoming for customers, employees, and visitors. Clean, well-maintained sidewalks make a real difference for local storefronts and the overall experience of being in our neighborhoods. This partnership supports small businesses while investing in practical, community-centered solutions for Portland. See the work in action: youtube.com/watch?v=RxR1qA… #Portland #SupportLocal #CleanStreets #CommunityPartnership #PortlandSolutions #PEMO #CentralCityConcern

Follow our tips to get home safe in rainy weather. Call PBOT Maintenance Dispatch 24/7 at 503-823-1700 to report emergency road hazards. portland.gov/transportation…

Traffic Alert: SW Fairmount Boulevard closed from SW Marquam Hill Road to SW Mt. Adams Drive due downed trees and a landslide. Do not pass road closure signs, they are there for your safety.

March 11 is 3-1-1 Day! It’s a great reminder of the essential role PDX 311 plays in helping Portland and Multnomah County community members connect with local government services. PDX 311’s team of 27 friendly, knowledgeable customer service representatives and supervisors is here to help you find answers, file reports, and access local government programs and services. Call 3‑1‑1, 7 days a week, 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Whether you have a question, need to report an issue, or want help navigating city or county services, PDX 311 is your go‑to resource. #Portland #PDX311

Follow @PBOTinfo for the latest information on road closures. Please obey road-closed signs while crews work to reopen streets. Downspouts should not allow roof runoff to drain or pool at the base of a building. Instead, use a downspout elbow and extension to direct the water away from a basement or foundation. Water should safely discharge at least 6 feet from a structure’s basement, and at least 2 feet from a structure’s crawl space or slab foundation. Don’t flood your neighbor’s property. The end of your downspout extension must be at least 5 feet from your neighbor’s property line, 10 feet away from structures or buildings on any adjacent property, and at least 3 feet from the public sidewalk. You may need more room if your yard slopes towards your neighbor or the sidewalk. Visit the city’s website for more information to help you navigate atmospheric river conditions. Portland.gov/Weather

An atmospheric river will be with us through Friday. Flooding of small creeks, streams, and low-lying areas are possible. Prepare by reviewing your household emergency plan and making sure essential items, such as medications, warm clothing, and flashlights are easy to access. In addition, take steps to steps to protect your property. Watch for early warning signs of landslides around your home, including changes in surface drainage, bulging or tilting retaining walls, cracks in soil, sidewalks or foundations, bent trees, broken water or sewer lines, and stretched or leaning utility lines. If you see signs of a landslide that threaten public safety, evacuate immediately, then call 9-1-1. For non-emergency landslides blocking streets or sidewalks that are not an immediate threat to public safety, report by calling 3-1-1. Falling trees may bring down power lines. Always treat downed lines as live with electricity and dangerous. If you spot a downed line, please call 9-1-1 to report it. Report tree emergencies on City property, including public streets and roads, by calling @PortlandParks Urban Forestry at (503) 823-TREE (8733) and press 1. For non-emergency tree issues, email Trees@PortlandOregon.gov. Portland.gov/Weather

How we move shapes our planet. Explore cleaner, more proactive ways to move through and live in Portland — from biking and riding @trimet to clean energy and the food we eat — at the City of Portland's Earth Day 2026. Join us on April 11 from 12 to 3 p.m. at Parkrose Middle School to build a more sustainable future. The Earth in Motion event will feature free activities for folks to enjoy: -Bike rides by @BIKETOWNpdx -Scooter rides by @limebike -Food provided by Milk Crate Kitchen Check out the City’s first electric fire engine from @PDXFire and electric street sweeper from @PBOTinfo, and visit an EV tailgate hosted by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF). Portland.gov/Earth-Day Be an exhibitor at Earth Day! We are looking for nonprofits, community organizations, government agencies, and other partners who want to share resources and spread the word about sustainable solutions. Sign up to be an exhibitor by March 20, 2026 at 5 p.m. #Portland #EarthInMotion #EarthDay2026 Cover photo credit: @PBOTinfo

On Feb. 26, 2026, Portland City Council voted unanimously to approve the Affordable Housing Opportunities Project (AHOP). This project amends the zoning map for 19 sites – all owned by nonprofit partners and public agencies – to unlock future opportunities to expand affordable housing and community services. This project is part of the City's ongoing efforts to address housing affordability and supply challenges. Visit the project's website to learn more. Portland.gov/AHOP #Portland #AffordableHousing

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. Apply today at Portland.gov/Jobs. 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. Ready to take the next step? Each month, the City offers free, interactive sessions that walk you through how to apply for City jobs—covering everything from navigating the application to standing out as a candidate. Discover the meaningful, fulfilling opportunities waiting for you at the City of Portland—and apply today. #Portland #WeArePortland #pdxJobs

Who’s your safety hero? Enter the My Safety Heroes art contest! Create artwork that celebrates the people who help keep you and your community safe. Your hero could be a 911 dispatcher, firefighter, police officer, paramedic, crisis responder, crossing guard, teacher, neighbor, family member—or anyone who helps keep Portland safe. Submit your artwork by April 15, 2026. Visit Portland.gov/safety-art-con… for rules and submission details. Good luck, young artists! We can’t wait to see who your safety heroes are. #Portland #ArtContest #PublicSafety

A temporary exemption of system development charges for new housing units, beginning last August, is helping permits get issued and construction started. Portland Permitting & Development released its first report on Feb. 27 describing the early results of a new financial incentive, enacted last summer, intended to promote the creation of 5,000 new housing units over three years. The report, which covers the first five months of this program, indicates that it is achieving some success in bringing new projects farther into the development process. As of Jan. 15, the projects participating in this program represent 1,720 units, which is 34.4% of the 5,000-unit goal. While some of these projects are in earlier stages and will need to do more work before they can have their system development charges (SDCs) permanently exempted, this early data indicates positive momentum for the program. Visit the city’s website to learn more about the new housing construction incentives. portland.gov/ppd/news/2026/… #Portland #Permits #Housing #Construction

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. Ready to take the next step? Each month, the City offers free, interactive sessions that walk you through how to apply for City jobs—covering everything from navigating the application to standing out as a candidate. Discover the meaningful, fulfilling opportunities waiting for you at the City of Portland—and apply today. #Portland #WeArePortland #pdxJobs

City Elections is seeking community organizations to apply for the Community Education Contracts. Awardees will be trusted community messengers that can support City Elections’ capacity to provide non-partisan voter education to specific focus populations alongside citywide education.  Contracts will be up to $45,000. City Elections is now accepting applications in a two-phased process. Phase One application closes March 23, 2026. Learn more and register for an information session on our website. Portland.gov/vote/contracts #Portland #RankedChoiceVoting #PortlandElections

Housing bonuses are expanding to help unlock needed types of housing — and your input matters. The Housing Bonus Alignment Project Discussion Draft proposes zoning incentives — also known as bonuses — that encourage the development of affordable housing, accessible housing, and units with more bedrooms. Learn more at a virtual information session: March 4, from 12 to 1 p.m. March 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. Submit feedback by Monday, March 23. Visit the city’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/BPS/News #Portland #Housing #PlanningAndSustainability

Happy Women’s History Month! The City of Portland is stronger because of the women who are the heart and soul of our workforce. During Women's History Month, we recognize the contributions and talents of the women who dedicate themselves to making Portland a better place. Today we’re celebrating women who choose careers in the trades and public safety — breaking stereotypes and inspiring the next generation. In 2016, a four-year-old girl wanted to be a police officer for Halloween. But the costume showed a boy on the label. “Does that mean I can’t wear it?” She asked her mother. In response, the Portland Police Bureau held an event called “Girl Cops Are Awesome!” to recruit women officers. Since then, it’s become the annual Women in Public Safety fair. Check it out on March 7. Portland.gov/Police/Events/… Portland, and the region, have many trailblazing women who have made their mark in the trades. Meet some of them on May 15 at the Oregon Tradeswomen Career Fair. Oregontradeswomen.org/fair These women make Portland work for Portlanders. We celebrate, from left to right: Katia Minor, Firefighter with Portland Fire & Rescue; Amanda Westervelt, Interim Operations Manager with Portland Bureau of Emergency Management; Leigh Overton, Automotive Equipment Operator, Night Street Cleaning with Portland Bureau of Transportation; Jessie Lee, Horticulturalist with Portland Parks & Recreation; Caitlyn Olds, Carpenter with Portland Parks & Recreation; Antonea Carson, Police Officer with Portland Police Bureau; Allyson Leffel, Utility Worker II, Sewer Repair with Portland Bureau of Transportation. #Portland #WomensHistoryMonth

Community members will experience a disruption in reporting a campsite, abandoned vehicle, graffiti, park maintenance issue, and other issues online due to website maintenance from Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. until as late as Sunday, March 1. Online reports can be submitted or called in to 3-1-1 starting Monday, March 2. Check portland.gov for current status updates.