City of Portland, OR

As part of #BuildingSafetyMonth2026, Natalie Didion, the City of Portland’s Building Official, highlights the importance of building safety, the professionals who are dedicated to safe buildings, and the steps we can take to make our homes and surroundings safer. Visit the city’s website to learn more about building safety. Portland.gov/Building-Safet… #Portland #BuildingSafety

Quisha Light will serve as @PortlandHousing's Interim Director, following news that current Interim Director Michael Buonocore will step down on May 15 to lead Home Forward. Light, currently the Public Works Customer Service Division Manager, oversees citywide customer service strategy, service delivery systems, affordability programs, and customer experience modernization—ensuring public services are accessible, equitable, and human-centered. Light has also served as the Interim Director of the Portland Water Bureau, leading almost 600 employees, including through complex operational, cultural, and organizational transitions. She will start as interim Housing director May 18, ensuring a smooth transition as interim Director Buonocore takes the helm at Home Forward on the same day. "I am grateful to Quisha for her willingness to step up and lead this bureau and ensure there is no lapse in leadership as the City makes challenging budget decisions to address the ongoing housing and budgetary crises," said Deputy City Administrator for Community and Economic Development Donnie Oliveira. "She brings a customer-focused lens to the work, and when we are talking about providing housing to Portlanders, that service can be life-saving." Visit the City’s website to learn more about the Portland Housing Bureau. Portland.gov/PHB/News #Portland #Housing

El uso de sopladores de hojas que funcionan con gasolina está prohibido en la ciudad de Portland de enero a septiembre, este año y en 2027. La política de Portland sobre sopladores de hojas que funcionan con gasolina entró en vigor el 1 de enero de 2026. Esta política se aplica SOLO a los propietarios de inmuebles, no a los profesionales del paisajismo ni administradores de propiedades que hayan contratado. Para denunciar una infracción, utilice el formulario de queja por uso de sopladores de hojas que funcionan con gasolina. También puede denunciar infracciones llamando al 311. Los propietarios de inmuebles que no cumplan con esta política recibirán una advertencia sobre la misma. Hay disponibles Páginas de información imprimibles. Visite el sitio web de la Ciudad para obtener más información. Portland.gov/Leaf-Blowers #Portland #ClimateAction #LeafBlowers

Gas leaf blowers are prohibited within the city of Portland from January to September 2026 and in 2027. Portland's gas leaf blower policy went into effect January 1, 2026. The policy applies to all property owners in Portland. If you are a homeowner or other property owner in the city of Portland, you are responsible for ensuring that gas leaf blowers are not used on your property. To report a violation, please use the gas leaf blower complaint form. You can also report violations by calling 311. Property owners that are found to be in violation will receive a warning about the policy. Printable information sheets are available. Visit the City’s website for more information. Portland.gov/Leaf-Blowers #Portland #ClimateAction #LeafBlowers

During #BuildingSafetyMonth2026, we’re highlighting a few of the home projects that require permits to ensure safety for you and your family. More information is available at Portland.gov/Building-Safet…. #Portland #Permitting #Development

Artists: bring your work to Portland’s neighborhoods. The Safe Blocks Program is offering paid placemaking opportunities focused on community safety and connection in areas most impacted by gun violence. These mural projects are part of the City’s broader strategy to reduce gun violence and are supported by a 2024 federal Byrne grant. Artists may apply for one or multiple mural opportunities, though only one project may be awarded per artist. Up to $50,000 is available per project. In partnership with David Douglas School District, students and community members will help shape each project through local visioning sessions. Create something meaningful. Support community. Apply by Monday, May 18 at 4 p.m. to lead a placemaking project in East Portland. Visit the city’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/Placemaking #Portland #CommunitySafety #Placemaking

Implement some of these suggestions to your own home for the improved safety of you, your family, and visitors. Portland.gov/Building-Safet… #Portland #BuildingSafetyMonth2026 #Permitting #Development #FireSafety

As part of Building Safety Month, Portland Fire & Rescue would like to share some information about how to improve your own home safety efforts. Portland.gov/Building-Safet… #Portland #BuildingSafetyMonth2026 #Permitting #Development #FireSafety

Join your District 4 neighbors for a Budget Listening Session. Each listening session begins with a brief overview of the budget which helps to get oriented to the fiscal year 2026–27 process. Then City Council members will share information, their observations, and remarks about the budget, next community members who want to speak will provide up to two minutes of public comment. Those using interpretation services will have more time available. Free public parking is available, ASL interpretation will be provided, and the meeting will be recorded. Whether you're there to provide feedback, share ideas, or highlight what matters most to you — we want to hear from you. To provide in-person public comment at District Listening Sessions, register at the welcome table up to 30 minutes before the meeting starts. To ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, public comment will start with community members who live in the district. After that, people who live outside the district will be invited to comment. Each speaker will have two minutes. Depending on attendance, we may not be able to accommodate all speakers. If you need more time or prefer another option, please consider submitting written comments online. If you are not able to attend the event, you can provide written comments anytime online. Visit the City’s website to learn more about the budget listening sessions. Portland.gov/Budget/Events #Portland #CityBudget

Únase a sus vecinos del Distrito 2 para una sesión de escucha del presupuesto. Cada sesión de escucha comienza con una breve descripción general del presupuesto, para orientar a todos sobre el proceso del año fiscal 2026–27. Luego, los miembros del Concejo Municipal compartirán información, sus observaciones y comentarios sobre el presupuesto. A continuación, los miembros de la comunidad que deseen testificar dispondrán de hasta dos minutos para realizar comentarios públicos. Aquellos que utilicen servicios de interpretación dispondrán de más tiempo. Hay estacionamiento público gratuito disponible; se proporcionará interpretación en Lengua de signos americana y español, y la reunión será grabada. Ya sea para enviarnos sus comentarios, compartir ideas o destacar lo que más le importa, queremos saber de usted. Para realizar comentarios públicos de manera presencial en las Sesiones de Escucha del Distrito, regístrese en la mesa de bienvenida 30 minutos antes del inicio de la reunión. Para garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de hablar, la ronda de comentarios públicos comenzará con los miembros de la comunidad que residen dentro del distrito. A continuación, se invitará a realizar comentarios a las personas que residen fuera del distrito. Cada orador dispondrá de dos minutos. Dependiendo de la asistencia, es posible que no podamos dar cabida a todos los oradores. Si necesita más tiempo o prefiere otra opción, le invitamos a enviar sus comentarios por escrito a través de internet. Si no puede asistir al evento, puede enviar comentarios por escrito en cualquier momento en línea. Visita el sitio web de la ciudad para obtener más información sobre el proceso presupuestario y las sesiones de escucha en cada distrito. Portland.gov/Budget/News #Portland #Presupesto

Join your District 2 neighbors for a Budget Listening Session. Each listening session begins with a brief overview of the budget which helps to get oriented to the fiscal year 2026–27 process. Then City Council members will share information, their observations, and remarks about the budget, next community members who want to speak will provide up to two minutes of public comment. Those using interpretation services will have more time available. Free public parking is available, ASL and Spanish interpretation will be provided, and the meeting will be recorded. Whether you're there to provide feedback, share ideas, or highlight what matters most to you — we want to hear from you. To provide in-person public comment at District Listening Sessions, register at the welcome table up to 30 minutes before the meeting starts. To ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, public comment will start with community members who live in the district. After that, people who live outside the district will be invited to comment. Each speaker will have two minutes. Depending on attendance, we may not be able to accommodate all speakers. If you need more time or prefer another option, please consider submitting written comments online. If you are not able to attend the event, you can provide written comments anytime online. Visit the City’s website to learn more about the budget listening sessions. Portland.gov/Budget/Events #Portland #CityBudget

Turn your block into a party! Bring neighbors together to share resources, build relationships, and create a sense of belonging right outside your door. Party On, Portland! is a citywide, community-led initiative to strengthen connections, celebrate culture, and build safer neighborhoods. Any Portlander hosting a party within city limits can register. When you sign up, you’ll get a free noise variance and street closure permit. Additionally, if you are a neighborhood association, then you will qualify for a free park permit. Ready to bring your block together? Learn more and register at Portland.gov/POP. #Portland #SafeBlocks #PartyOnPortland

The City of Portland is celebrating Building Safety Month this May by featuring the professionals who work every day to ensure that Portland’s buildings are safe, and by sharing practical safety tips for your home, workplace, and surroundings. You can find more information by visiting the City’s website. Portland.gov/Building-Safet… #Portland #BuildingSafetyMonth2026 #Permitting #Development

Serve your community in a meaningful way by joining the BOEC User Board. Work alongside public safety leaders, partner agencies, and fellow community members to provide input on 9-1-1 operations, budget priorities, and service improvements. Your perspective will help shape decisions that impact how emergency services support a safe, responsive Portland. Apply by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, May 3, 2026. Visit the City’s website to learn more. portland.gov/911/news/2026/… #Portland #EmergencyCommunications #CommunitySafety

Únase a sus vecinos del Distrito 1 para una sesión de escucha del presupuesto. Cada sesión de escucha comienza con una breve descripción general del presupuesto, para orientar a todos sobre el proceso del año fiscal 2026–27. Luego, los miembros del Concejo Municipal compartirán información, sus observaciones y comentarios sobre el presupuesto. A continuación, los miembros de la comunidad que deseen testificar dispondrán de hasta dos minutos para realizar comentarios públicos. Aquellos que utilicen servicios de interpretación dispondrán de más tiempo. Hay estacionamiento público gratuito disponible; se proporcionará interpretación en Lengua de signos americana y español, y la reunión será grabada. Ya sea para enviarnos sus comentarios, compartir ideas o destacar lo que más le importa, queremos saber de usted. Para realizar comentarios públicos de manera presencial en las Sesiones de Escucha del Distrito, regístrese en la mesa de bienvenida 30 minutos antes del inicio de la reunión. Para garantizar que todos tengan la oportunidad de hablar, la ronda de comentarios públicos comenzará con los miembros de la comunidad que residen dentro del distrito. A continuación, se invitará a realizar comentarios a las personas que residen fuera del distrito. Cada orador dispondrá de dos minutos. Dependiendo de la asistencia, es posible que no podamos dar cabida a todos los oradores. Si necesita más tiempo o prefiere otra opción, le invitamos a enviar sus comentarios por escrito a través de internet. Si no puede asistir al evento, puede enviar comentarios por escrito en cualquier momento en línea. Visita el sitio web de la ciudad para obtener más información sobre el proceso presupuestario y las sesiones de escucha en cada distrito. Portland.gov/Budget/Events #Portland #Presupesto

Join your District 1 neighbors for a Budget Listening Session. Each listening session begins with a brief overview of the budget which helps to get oriented to the fiscal year 2026–27 process. Then City Council members will share information, their observations, and remarks about the budget, next community members who want to speak will provide up to two minutes of public comment. Those using interpretation services will have more time available. Free public parking is available, ASL and Spanish interpretation will be provided, and the meeting will be recorded. Whether you're there to provide feedback, share ideas, or highlight what matters most to you — we want to hear from you. To provide in-person public comment at District Listening Sessions, register at the welcome table up to 30 minutes before the meeting starts. To ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, public comment will start with community members who live in the district. After that, people who live outside the district will be invited to comment. Each speaker will have two minutes. Depending on attendance, we may not be able to accommodate all speakers. If you need more time or prefer another option, please consider submitting written comments online. If you are not able to attend the event, you can provide written comments anytime online. Visit the City’s website to learn more about the budget listening sessions. Portland.gov/Budget/Events #Portland #CityBudget

Diversity champion Latricia Tillman will serve as the City’s first Chief Equity Officer, leading the Office of Equity and Human Rights and directing our work to make equity and inclusion a fundamental part of decisions, operations, policies, and service to the community. Tillman brings more than 16 years of executive experience in equity work in government, public health, healthcare, and nonprofits. She was selected following a competitive national recruitment and will start her new position May 11. Visit the City’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/News #Portland #Equity #HumanRights

Climate work is hard work, but running an organization can be even harder. The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) is investing in both to strengthen local organizations leading the way on climate action. If your organization has been advancing climate action in Portland for at least three years, we encourage you to apply by May 6, 2026. Start with the short eligibility pre-application at Portland.gov/PCEF-Capacity-…. #Portland #ClimateAction #PCEF