Portland public meetings in 2021
26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Portland City Council meetings scheduled for December 29-30, 2021, were cancelled because no session could be held due to a lack of quorum. City Hall was closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.
- All three scheduled sessions (Dec 29 at 9:30 am and 2:00 pm, Dec 30 at 2:00 pm) cancelled
- No session due to lack of quorum
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on December 22, 2021, and approved a consent agenda that included paying a $100,000 settlement for a bodily injury lawsuit and a $6,144 property damage claim, both involving the Portland Police Bureau. The council also passed several ordinances accepting Oregon Department of Transportation grants for road safety improvements, authorized a contract for the Naito Whitaker Project, and adopted resolutions on the city's investment policy and a housing tax exemption program. The meeting was adjourned at 11:34 a.m.
- Paid $100,000 settlement to Dmitri Stoyanoff and $6,144 claim to Jennifer Ginger, both involving Portland Police Bureau
- Accepted $1,048,312 ODOT grant for signal and lighting improvements on SW Shattuck Rd at OR10
- Accepted $901,849 ODOT grant for left turn lanes and signal upgrades on SE Gladstone St at Cesar Chavez Blvd
- Authorized $4,374,679 contract with Carollo Engineers for wastewater treatment plant blower system rehabilitation
- Adopted amended 2022 HOLTE sale price cap of $430,000
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on December 15-16, 2021, and took action on a wide range of items, including approving several emergency ordinances related to Portland Fire & Rescue collective bargaining agreements, authorizing multiple housing tax exemptions, and passing contracts for infrastructure projects. The council also accepted reports, confirmed appointments, and continued some items to a later meeting.
- Approved emergency ordinances authorizing letters of agreement with Portland Fire Fighters' Association Local 43 to amend collective bargaining agreements, including rehiring separated employees, incentivizing lateral hires, adding Community Health Medic classification, and providing additional vacation leave.
- Authorized a $4,374,679 contract with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for engineering services for the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower System and Building Rehabilitation Project (passed to second reading).
- Approved applications for Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption Program under the Inclusionary Housing Program for 11 properties, including 5385 NE Glisan St, 540 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, and 2465 NE Alberta St.
- Authorized a $1,665,000 grant application to FEMA for the Portland International Raceway Pump Station Upgrade Design Project (passed to second reading).
- Amended intergovernmental agreement with Multnomah County for FY 2021-22 revised budget allocation to the Joint Office of Homeless Services for homeless services and permanent housing placement activities.
City Council
The City Council accepted the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The council also passed multiple emergency ordinances regarding emergency management grants, police training classifications, and property damage settlements.
- Accepted the FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Passed $3,394,839 DHS Urban Areas Security Initiative grant for emergency preparedness
- Passed $448,903 Oregon Office of Emergency Management grant
- Passed $6,275 settlement for Lori Offenback property damage claim
- Passed $400,000 U.S. Department of Justice grant for intellectual property enforcement
City Council
The Portland City Council met on December 1, 2021, and approved a range of items including emergency ordinances, settlements, and grants. The most consequential actions were the approval of a $11,495,820 grant for the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund Heat Response program and the tentative denial of an appeal against a 17-story residential building in Goose Hollow. The meeting also included several smaller settlements and intergovernmental agreements.
- Approved $11,495,820 Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund Heat Response grant
- Tentatively denied appeal of 17-story, 175-foot residential building with 337 units in Goose Hollow
- Authorized $1,330,000 in Cannabis Emergency Relief Fund grants to three community partners
- Paid settlements: $125,000 (Aaron Cantu, Police Bureau), $25,000 (Dajah Beck, Police Bureau), $26,100 (Jason Messer, streetcar collision)
- Authorized $8,500,000 contract for sodium carbonate for drinking water treatment
City Council
The Portland City Council meetings scheduled for November 24-25, 2021, were cancelled. The November 24 sessions were cancelled due to lack of quorum, and the November 25 session was cancelled due to the holiday. No business was conducted.
- No session due to lack of quorum (Nov 24, 9:30 am)
- No session due to lack of quorum (Nov 24, 2:00 pm)
- No session due to holiday (Nov 25, 2:00 pm)
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on November 17, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council adopted the FY 2021-22 Fall Supplemental Budget and made other budget-related changes, passed several ordinances, and approved contracts and property conveyances. The meeting included public communications, proclamations, and consent agenda items.
- Adopted FY 2021-22 Fall Supplemental Budget (Ordinance 190606)
- Authorized $8,500,000 for sodium carbonate for drinking water treatment (Ordinance 190617)
- Authorized $7,060,000 for Errol Heights Park Development Project (Ordinance 190603)
- Authorized conveyance of property at 322 SW 11th Ave and financing up to $7,152,500 for affordable housing (Ordinance 190605)
- Approved $8,999 bodily injury claim payment to Conchita Carr (Ordinance 190599)
City Council
The Portland City Council met on November 10, 2021, in a remote session due to COVID-19. They passed several ordinances, including a $47 million transportation revenue bond and a $3.5 million agreement with TriMet, and advanced the FY 2021-22 Fall Supplemental Budget to a second reading with amendments. The agenda also included public communications, a Veterans Day proclamation, and various infrastructure and code changes.
- Authorized $47 million in revenue bonds for transportation projects
- Approved $3,536,530 intergovernmental agreement with TriMet for Central City in Motion and Rose Lane projects
- Adopted FY 2021-22 Fall Supplemental Budget with amendments, passed to second reading
- Passed ordinance adding Accessibility of Candidate Debates and Forums Code and amending Open and Accountable Elections Program Code
- Approved $25,000 settlement for employment lawsuit with Portland Water Bureau
City Council
The Portland City Council met on November 3, 2021, taking action on several items. They approved an emergency ordinance authorizing up to $20,544,000 for an affordable housing project, and another emergency ordinance to pay a $328,786 contract amendment for the NW 20th Ave Local Improvement District project. They also passed several items to a second reading, including a measure to authorize up to $5 million in revenue bonds for a sewer project, a $5 million sewer construction contract, and a code change to make the city's small donor elections program more accessible. A proposal to update historic resource regulations was continued to a later meeting.
- Authorized up to $20,544,000 for an affordable housing project by Innovative Housing Incorporated (passed)
- Approved $328,786 contract amendment for NW 20th Ave construction (passed)
- Passed to second reading: $5 million South Portland-Burlingame sewer project
- Passed to second reading: revenue bonds for sewer project
- Passed to second reading: code changes for candidate debates and small donor elections
City Council
The Portland City Council met and adjourned, accepting reports on transit and parks, proclaiming awareness months, and passing consent agenda items including settlements and a TriMet agreement.
- Accepted Travel Portland progress report
- Accepted Portland Parks & Recreation Board 2021 Annual Report
- Proclaimed Breast Cancer Awareness, Filipino American History, and Domestic Violence Awareness months
- Paid property damage claims of $10,366 and $15,000
- Accepted $15,000 settlement involving Portland Housing Bureau
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on October 20, 2021, and adopted the consent agenda on a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Rubio absent). The council passed several emergency ordinances, including a settlement for a property damage claim, an extension of an agreement with Portland Public Schools, and a tax exemption for an affordable housing project. The meeting adjourned at 10:15 a.m.
- Amended intergovernmental agreement with Portland Public Schools to extend term and increase compensation for the Workforce Training Program (Contract 3006338)
- Settled Simeneh Woldesenbet property damage and bodily injury claim for $27,319 involving the Water Bureau
- Approved Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption for The Kennedy at 2111 N Rosa Parks Way under the Inclusionary Housing Program
- Created a new non-represented Medical Assistant classification
- Confirmed Heather Lyons and Peg Malloy to the Portland Housing Advisory Commission
City Council
The Portland City Council met remotely on October 13, 2021, adopting a resolution to develop an implementation plan for equitable mobility fees and investments, and passing several ordinances including a $2,488,575 grant for a community health program. The council also approved routine items like new job classifications and contract amendments, and heard public communications on various topics.
- Adopted Resolution 37555 directing PBOT and BPS to develop an equitable mobility fees implementation plan
- Passed Ordinance 190578 accepting $2,488,575 from CareOregon Inc. for the Community Health Assess and Treat program
- Amended contract with Graybar Electric Co. to $2 million for electrical and security products
- Created two new classifications: Community Health Nurse Manager and Community Health Nurse
- Proclaimed October 15, 2021 as White Cane Safety Day
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on October 6, 2021, and adopted the consent agenda (minus one pulled item) and several regular agenda items. Key actions included accepting a $1,241,570 contract for fire station exhaust systems, amending solid waste codes, and approving a tax exemption for an apartment building. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Accepted $1,241,570 contract to General Sheet Metal Works for fire station exhaust systems
- Approved property damage claim payment of $24,555 to Laura Brinkhoff
- Amended Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Code for special items collection and junk removal
- Approved Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption for East Burnside Apartments at 2202 E Burnside St
- Proclaimed October 11, 2021 as Indigenous Peoples' Day
City Council
The Portland City Council met on September 29, 2021, and approved a $25 million, five-year agreement with Clean and Safe, Inc. for Downtown Business District Management Services, and continued the Downtown Business District Property Management License Fee for ten years. The council also passed several other items, including a $352,230 FEMA grant application, a new Crisis Medic classification, and a $15 million bond authorization for sidewalk repairs. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Authorized $25 million agreement with Clean and Safe, Inc. for Downtown Business District services
- Continued Downtown Business District Property Management License Fee for ten years
- Authorized application for $352,230 FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant
- Authorized $15 million in bonds for sidewalk repair and local improvement projects
- Approved $480,737 grant application for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
City Council
The Portland City Council met over two days, adopting resolutions, ordinances, and proclamations. Key actions included authorizing $15 million in bonds for local improvements, accepting a report on the 2020 protests, and continuing the Downtown Business District Property Management License Fee for ten years. Several items were passed to second reading, including a $480,737 police grant application and a $25 million agreement with Clean and Safe, Inc.
- Authorized $15 million in long-term bonds for local improvement and sidewalk repair projects
- Authorized application for $480,737 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police
- Continued Downtown Business District Property Management License Fee for ten years
- Authorized $25 million agreement with Clean and Safe, Inc. for downtown district services
- Accepted report on Portland Protests 2020: Citizen Review Committee Summary and Recommendations
City Council
The Portland City Council met and adopted a resolution declaring support for reproductive healthcare rights and opposition to Texas' abortion ban, after removing a provision that would have allocated $200,000 in funding. The council also accepted a report on Portland Means Progress, approved several housing tax exemptions, and passed a contract amendment for housing software. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Adopted resolution supporting reproductive healthcare rights and opposing Texas' abortion ban (Resolution 37550), with funding provision removed
- Accepted $1,873,598 bid from Faison Construction for the Forest Park Entry Project
- Amended contract with N. Harris Computer Corporation for $2,320,230 for water and environmental services software maintenance
- Approved Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption applications for Ash Apartments (6940 N Maryland Ave) and West Hill Heights (3110 SW 12th Ave)
- Amended contract with Housing and Development Services, Inc. for $1,013,457 for housing software licensing and maintenance
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on September 8, 2021, and adopted the consent agenda, which included emergency ordinances for intergovernmental agreements, property damage settlements, and workers' compensation claims. The Council also passed an ordinance adopting the 2021 Oregon residential, energy, plumbing, and electrical specialty codes. Five public communications regarding the closure of Kelly Butte were placed on file.
- Amended intergovernmental agreement for Community Opportunities and Enhancements Program (Contract No. 30007251)
- Authorized IGA with Oregon Dept. of Education for POIC + Rosemary Anderson High School Work Opportunities Training Internship Program, not to exceed $82,400
- Paid property damage claims: $14,209 (William and Caitlin Anthony), $5,309 (Alexandra Court Apartments, LLC)
- Paid $50,000 settlement of Michelle Fawcett bodily injury lawsuit involving Portland Police Bureau
- Paid $250,000 workers' compensation claim of Michael Eoff involving Portland Bureau of Transportation
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically due to COVID-19 and handled a consent agenda plus one regular item. It passed an intergovernmental agreement with Metro for waste reduction, adopted state building codes, and approved an emergency ordinance for soil reuse with the Port of Portland. Two public communications were placed on file, and a proclamation was issued.
- Authorize Intergovernmental Agreement with Metro for Annual Waste Reduction Plan for $881,883 (passed)
- Adopt State of Oregon 2021 building codes (Residential, Energy Efficiency, Plumbing, Electrical) amending Code Titles 24, 25, 26 (passed to second reading)
- Authorize No-Cost Intergovernmental Agreement with Port of Portland for soil use from Secondary Treatment Expansion Program (passed as emergency ordinance)
- Proclaim September 5-11, 2021 as Portland Timbers and Thorns FC Stand Together Week (placed on file)
- Two public communications placed on file (Zenith Land Use Compatibility, Elk Grove homeless outreach)
City Council
This City Council agenda for August 25-26, 2021 is cancelled. No sessions are scheduled for any of the listed meeting times, and City Hall remains closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- All three scheduled sessions (Wed 9:30 am, Wed 2:00 pm, Thu 2:00 pm) show 'No session scheduled'
City Council
The Portland City Council met electronically on August 18, 2021, and took action on a range of items, including approving the demolition of the Old Blanchet House, accepting the Portland Police Bureau's 2020 annual report, and passing several ordinances related to contracts, claims, and housing. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and all votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty absent.
- Approved demolition and adjustment for Old Blanchet House at 340 NW Glisan Street, despite staff recommendation for denial
- Accepted 2020 Annual Report of the Portland Police Bureau
- Authorized $3.5 million for low voltage electrical installation for security infrastructure
- Authorized up to $11 million for on-call construction-related services
- Authorized $20 million for water works supplies, amended to allow corporate responsibility as evaluation criteria
City Council
The Portland City Council meetings scheduled for August 11-12, 2021, were cancelled because no session was held due to lack of quorum. City Hall was closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda is purely procedural with no items for discussion or decision.
- All three scheduled sessions (Aug 11 at 9:30 am and 2:00 pm, Aug 12 at 2:00 pm) were cancelled
City Council
The Portland City Council meetings scheduled for August 4-5, 2021, were cancelled because no quorum was present. All three sessions (Wednesday morning and afternoon, and Thursday afternoon) were marked as 'No session due to lack of quorum.' The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.
- All three scheduled sessions cancelled due to lack of quorum
City Council
The Portland City Council met remotely on July 28-29, 2021, to consider a range of items including budget amendments, contracts, and land use decisions. Key actions included approving the acceptance of $207,895,373 in American Rescue Plan Act funds, establishing a commission for the new police oversight system, and continuing a demolition review for the Old Blanchet House. The agenda also included numerous consent items such as a $168 million contract amendment with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and several construction project bids.
- Amend FY 2021-22 budget to accept $207,895,373 in American Rescue Plan Act funds and appropriate $63,591,652
- Amend contract with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Northwest to add $168 million, total not to exceed $210 million
- Approve annexation of property on NW Miller Road between NW Brynwood Lane and NW 81st Place
- Accept proposal of James W. Fowler Co. for Mt. Tabor Yard Maintenance Facility and Multimodal Pathway Project for $13,670,750
- Authorize application to Federal Transit Administration for $3,321,723 for Friends of Frog Ferry Pilot Project
City Council
The Portland City Council met remotely on July 21-22, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council adopted the Americans with Disabilities Act Title II Public Right of Way Transition Plan, approved a $600,000 settlement for a wrongful death lawsuit involving the Portland Police Bureau, and adopted the Columbia Lombard Mobility Corridor Plan. The meeting also included several consent agenda items, including a contract amendment for campsite impact reduction services and a $24 million vehicle procurement authorization.
- Adopted ADA Title II Public Right of Way Transition Plan (Resolution 37543)
- Approved $600,000 settlement for Estate of Terrell Johnson wrongful death lawsuit involving Portland Police Bureau
- Adopted Columbia Lombard Mobility Corridor Plan (Resolution 37545)
- Amended contract with Central City Concern by $1,308,757 for Campsite Impact Reduction Services
- Authorized $24 million in participating agreements to procure vehicles
City Council
The Portland City Council met remotely on July 14-15, 2021, to vote on a range of ordinances, resolutions, and public communications. Key actions included approving a three-year arts administration agreement, passing emergency ordinances to waive certain city codes for COVID-19 relief, and authorizing housing-related agreements and tax exemptions. The council also heard public communications and continued a discussion on the South Park Blocks Master Plan.
- Authorized three-year agreement with Regional Arts & Culture Council (Ordinance 190492)
- Amended contract with Schweers Parking Enforcement Technology, adding $510,000 (Ordinance 190489)
- Authorized IGA with City of Gresham for HOME Investment Partnership Program, $1,114,052 (Ordinance 190490)
- Temporarily waived portions of City Code Titles 4, 32, and 33 for COVID-19 relief (Ordinance 190498)
- Approved Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption for Modera Morrison Apartments at 1130 SE Morrison St (Ordinance 190508)
City Council
The City Council met to pass various emergency ordinances, including a settlement agreement with Monsanto and a property damage claim. The council also approved several grant agreements and intergovernmental agreements for community services.
- Approved third Revised Settlement Agreement in City of Portland v. Monsanto et al.
- Paid $5,117 property damage claim for Peanut Butter Properties
- Amended agreement with Multnomah County Department of Community Justice for $375,000
- Authorized a $750,000 grant agreement with SOLVE
- Authorized an intergovernmental agreement with Multnomah County Department of Health Services not to exceed $65,446