portland city council Archive
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Arts Tax Flaw Found
Posted on March 20, 2013 | No CommentsMayor calls on council to make changes The Portland City Council has decided to take action this month to address what they call a significant flaw in the Arts Tax,... -
Sick Leave Benefits Made Law
Posted on March 20, 2013 | 2 CommentsCity Council action taken for public health The Portland City Council voted unanimously to enact standards requiring all businesses to provide sick leave for employees who work more than 240... -
To Fluoridate or Not?
Posted on March 13, 2013 | 19 CommentsCommunity divisions bubble to the surface By Cari Hachmann/ The Portland Observer As Portland voters get ready to decide whether to add fluoride to the city’s drinking water, several... -
Community Artist Gives Back
Posted on December 22, 2010 | No CommentsBobby Fouther volunteers to teach kids dance and arts at King Elementary School. Photo by Mark Washington Volunteer builds sense of worth in others The Steve Lowenstein Trust Board has... -
Rose Quarter Future Eyed
Posted on December 1, 2010 | No CommentsBlazers have more time for planning The Portland City Council has approved a 6-month extension of development rights for Portland Arena Management for the Rose Quarter area in the vicinity... -
Leaf Drop Brings Fees
Posted on November 10, 2010 | 1 CommentThe city of Portland has been sending out crews to remove curbside leaves from streets for the past 20 years, but this year marks the first time that residents will be charged a fee for this service. -
Forum on Police Conduct
Posted on October 13, 2010 | No CommentsAre you interested in Portland Police Bureau accountability and professional standards? Are you interested in civilian oversight of the Portland Police Bureau? The two topics will be part of the... -
Fair, Open and Accountable Elections
Posted on October 12, 2010 | 1 CommentA counterweight to wealthy special interests Kayse Jama When I was growing up in Somalia, I remember wondering what it would be like to be able to vote and choose... -
Minority contractors assured input
Posted on September 28, 2010 | No CommentsEvaluation panel brings transparency, more bids Tiffani Penson You might not be able to fight City Hall as the old adage goes. But because of a new program instituted last...
