Portland public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Portland City Council agenda for December 25-26, 2024, was cancelled. No sessions were held: December 25 due to the holiday and December 26 due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The Portland City Council considered a range of financial and regulatory items, including the approval of a $7.75 million HUD grant, contracts for wastewater and sewer projects, and a $300 million grant authority for the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. Several emergency ordinances and ordinances related to infrastructure and housing were adopted or passed. The council also accepted audit reports and certified election results.

• Approve $7,750,000 HUD Lead & Healthy Home supplemental grant (Emergency ordinance 192013)
• Amend contract with Carollo Engineers for Columbia Blvd Wastewater Treatment Plant project ($1,962,434) (Ordinance 192010)
• Authorize competitive contracts for Columbia Blvd Digester Gas Combustion System and Swan Island CSO Pump Station improvements (Ordinances 192011, 192012)
• Establish 2025 sale price cap for Homebuyer Opportunity Limited Tax Exemption Program (Resolution 37693)
• Authorize up to $300 million in grants from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (Emergency ordinance 192017)

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Council approved several items, including the Montgomery Park Area Plan, zoning changes, and a transit project. A $250 million water revenue bond was authorized for capital improvements. Other actions included a $10.3 million grant for the Cooling Portland Program, a $1.36 million federal grant for police, and contract amendments for wastewater treatment projects.

• Adopted Montgomery Park Area Plan with comprehensive plan and zoning amendments (Ordinance 192000)
• Authorized up to $250 million in water revenue bonds for capital improvements (Ordinance 192003)
• Amended grant with Earth Advantage Inc for $10.3 million for Cooling Portland Program (Ordinance 191992)
• Appropriated $1,359,000 from DOJ Bureau of Justice Assistance for police (Ordinance 191993)
• Approved $1,962,434 contract amendment for Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant blower system (Ordinance 192010)

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City Council passed the Montgomery Park Area Plan to second reading, amending the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Map, and related codes. The council also declared 3.4 acres at Washington Park as surplus and authorized its sale to Metro for $3 million. Other actions included approving up to $3.5 million in financing for affordable housing at 3675 N Interstate Ave and authorizing up to $10 million for tree services. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a grant of $1,359,000 for police programs and a $4,935,000 bid for the West Lents Floodplain Restoration Project.

• Montgomery Park Area Plan adopted on first reading with amendments to zoning and design guidelines
• Sale of 3.4 acres at Washington Park to Metro for $3 million
• Affordable housing financing up to $3.5 million at 3675 N Interstate Ave
• Tree procurement, planting, and maintenance services up to $10 million
• Acceptance of $4,935,000 bid for West Lents Floodplain Restoration Project

City Council

The scheduled City Council sessions for November 27 and 28, 2024, were cancelled. Sessions on November 27 were cancelled due to lack of quorum, and the session on November 28 was cancelled due to a holiday.

City Council

The council passed a resolution directing Portland Parks & Recreation to prepare a five-year local option tax levy for the May 2025 or November 2025 election to fund park maintenance, recreation programs, and natural areas. They also approved code amendments aligning with the new City Charter, authorized a $13.5 million contract increase for the Justice Center Bus Duct Replacement, and approved a $400,000 police lawsuit settlement. Multiple consent agenda items were passed, including grants and contracts.

• Direct Portland Parks & Recreation to prepare a resolution for a five-year local option tax levy for park maintenance and programs
• Amend contract with Multnomah County for Justice Center Bus Duct Replacement not to exceed $13,500,000
• Authorize Price Agreements for Owner Advisor Services for Alternative Delivery Projects not to exceed $18 million
• Pay settlement of Dustin Ferreira bodily injury lawsuit for $400,000 involving Portland Police Bureau
• Authorize application to U.S. DOJ for $498,002 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant

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The City Council decided on updates to signage and odor regulations and approved several infrastructure contracts. The body also processed multiple property damage claims and extended the Downtown Portland Clean and Safe Enhanced Services District fee for ten years.

• Passed ordinance for greater signage flexibility in the Rose Quarter Entertainment Sign District
• Passed ordinance updating off-site odor impacts regulations
• Approved $5.5 million for Elk Rock Pump Station Improvements Project
• Passed $13.5 million increase for Justice Center Bus Duct Replacement Project to second reading
• Approved extension of Downtown Portland Clean and Safe Enhanced Services District Property Management License Fee for 10 years

City Council

The Portland City Council meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 7, 2024 was cancelled. The Wednesday, November 6 sessions had no quorum, so no business was conducted. The only agenda item, an ordinance to terminate a homelessness response agreement with Multnomah County (Contract 30008898), was referred back to the offices of Commissioners Ryan, Gonzalez, and Mapps.

• Ordinance to terminate Homelessness Response System Intergovernmental Agreement with Multnomah County and initiate wind-down process (Item 953) was referred back to commissioners

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The council approved a series of urban renewal ordinances for Lents, Central Eastside, 82nd Ave, East 205, Sumner‑Parkrose‑Argay‑Columbia Corridor, Lloyd‑Holladay, Central Eastside Corridor, Westside, and a resolution to rename SW Jackson Street to SW Rose Hill Street. It also adopted a resolution directing the City Administrator to review the Set Aside Policy with Prosper Portland. Several items were pulled from the consent agenda for later discussion.

• Adopted Third Amendment to the Lents Town Center Urban Renewal Plan (Ordinance 191934)
• Adopted Westside Urban Renewal Plan (Ordinance 191941)
• Adopted resolution to rename SW Jackson Street to SW Rose Hill Street (Resolution 37682)
• Directed City Administrator to review Set Aside Policy with Prosper Portland (Resolution 37681)
• Authorized contract for Elk Rock Pump Station Improvements Project ($5,500,000) (Ordinance 191947)

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The City Council approved financing to preserve affordable housing and a federal grant for community center improvements. The body also authorized several foreclosure actions for delinquent city liens and updated the electric fences code.

• Authorized up to $6 million in acquisition financing for Belmont Dairy Apartments
• Appropriated $602,650 U.S. Department of Energy grant for Charles Jordan Community Center
• Initiated foreclosure actions for delinquent liens at 8040 SE Knight St, 3623 S Corbett Ave, 1042-1048 SE 151st Ave, 2336 SE 130th Ave, 6329 SE 86th Ave, 1541 SW Market St, and 6627 SE Woodstock Blvd
• Passed ordinance to amend Electric Fences Code regarding nonresidential alarm systems and battery-charged fences
• Passed to second reading an ordinance to vacate portions of NE Alameda St and NE 58th Ave

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The Portland City Council approved several ordinances, including contract amendments, a reappointment to the Noise Review Board, and emergency settlements. It authorized interim financing of $14.45 million for the NW Johnson‑Kearney Streets Local Improvement District. The council also approved revenue bonds not to exceed $334 million to fund sewer system capital improvements. Additional items included initiating foreclosure actions on properties with delinquent city liens.

• Amend contract with Polydyne, Inc. to add funds and extend price agreement for bulk sludge processing polymer (Ordinance 191901)
• Amend Intergovernmental Agreement with Portland State University for survey and research services (Ordinance 191902)
• Authorize interim financing of up to $14,450,000 for the NW Johnson‑Kearney Streets Local Improvement District (Ordinance 191908)
• Authorize revenue bonds to finance sewer system capital improvements, principal amount not to exceed $334 million (Ordinance 191909)
• Initiate foreclosure action at 8040 SE Knight St for collection of delinquent city liens (Ordinance 191914)

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The Portland City Council considered several items, including a denied appeal by Music Portland regarding a new concert venue. It adopted a proclamation naming October 2024 Filipino-American History Month. The council moved forward financing measures, passing ordinances for interim funding of the Johnson‑Kearney Streets improvement district and for revenue bonds to fund sewer system capital projects. It also adopted a resolution to begin forming the NW Park Ave Local Improvement District for street and utility upgrades.

• Denied Music Portland appeal, upheld Hearings Officer decision for Central Eastside concert venue (LU 23-111784 CU AD)
• Proclaimed October 2024 as Filipino-American History Month
• Authorized interim financing up to $14,450,000 for the NW Johnson‑Kearney Streets Local Improvement District
• Authorized revenue bonds up to $334,000,000 to finance sewer system capital improvements and refund outstanding bonds
• Adopted resolution to initiate formation of the NW Park Ave Local Improvement District for street, sidewalk, stormwater, sanitary sewer, and water main improvements

City Council

The Portland City Council accepted a $1,076,251 bid from Moore Excavation, Inc. for the NE Portland Urgent Sewer Rehabilitation Project. It also approved a $2,473,004 bid for the Berrydale Park and SE 89th Ave & Taylor St Local Improvement District project, and accepted a $1,588,849 grant for the Fossil Fuel Terminal zoning and comprehensive plan amendments. Additional actions included a $65,497 co‑location agreement with TriMet and the appointment of Breann Preston to the Home Forward Board.

• Accepted $1,076,251 bid from Moore Excavation, Inc. for NE Portland Urgent Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Bid 00002384)
• Accepted $2,473,004 bid from Faison Construction, Inc. for Berrydale Park and SE 89th Ave & Taylor St Local Improvement District project (ITB 00002374; C-10072)
• Accepted $1,588,849 grant from Oregon Department of Emergency Management for Fossil Fuel Terminal Zoning and Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Authorized $65,497 co‑location agreement with TriMet for data radio equipment at Mt. Scott
• Appointed Breann Preston to the Home Forward Board of Commissioners (term expires Sep 11 2028)

City Council

The Portland City Council met on September 11, 2024 and voted on several ordinances and proclamations. Major actions included approving a $91,916,334 allocation from the Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, amending the bike‑share contract with Lyft to a ceiling of $26,480,000, and adopting a $1,020,601 intergovernmental agreement with Metro for waste‑reduction programs. The council also revised sewer and stormwater development charges and accepted state and federal public‑safety grants.

• Approve $91,916,334 grant allocation from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (Ordinance 191890)
• Amend bike‑share contract with Lyft, Inc. to not exceed $26,480,000 and modify term date (Ordinance 191889)
• Authorize $1,020,601 intergovernmental agreement with Metro for waste reduction, recycling, and composting programs (Ordinance 191886)
• Revise sewer and stormwater system development charges and Portland Harbor Superfund charge per FY 2024‑25 budget (Ordinance 191885)
• Accept and appropriate $400,000 grant from the State Criminal Justice Commission for enhanced public safety in Downtown Portland (Ordinance 191887)

City Council

The City Council sessions scheduled for August 21 and August 22, 2024, were cancelled. The record states there was no session due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The City Council authorized a new operating lease for the Moda Center and purchased real property at the Rose Quarter for $7,130,001. The body also passed an emergency ordinance expanding tow authority to include Park Ranger supervisors.

• Purchase of Rose Quarter real property from Rip City Management, LLC for $7,130,001
• New Arena Operating Lease and Exclusive Site Agreement for Moda Center Arena
• Emergency ordinance amending Towing & Disposition of Vehicles Code to expand tow authority
• Contract amendment with Elavon, Inc. for Merchant Bankcard services increasing the limit to $55 million
• Contract amendment with Total Mechanical, Inc. for $1,165,664 for Water Pollution Control Lab Air Handler Replacement

City Council

The council accepted the Chief Procurement Officer's recommendation to award a guaranteed maximum price contract of $42,800,000 to Raimore Construction, LLC for pre‑construction and construction of the 82nd Avenue Major Maintenance Project. The council also approved a $1,430,623 contract for the North Schmeer Road project, amended a vehicle‑purchase contract with Gresham Automotive, Inc., and passed ordinances for a $45 million inter‑fund loan and a new local improvement district on N Richmond Ave and Crawford St. Additional items included public communications requests and a housing bond oversight report.

• Award $42,800,000 contract to Raimore Construction for 82nd Ave Major Maintenance Project
• Award $1,430,623 contract to Moore Excavation, Inc. for North Schmeer Rd East of Whitaker Rd Project
• Amend contract with Gresham Automotive, Inc. to increase vehicle purchase limit by $5 million
• Ordinance for $45 million temporary inter‑fund loan from Parks & Recreation to Fire and Police Disability and Retirement
• Create N Richmond Ave and Crawford St Local Improvement District for street, sidewalk, stormwater, water main, sewer, and railroad crossing improvements

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The City Council approved a $45 million interfund loan from Portland Parks & Recreation to Fire and Police Disability and Retirement. The council also passed several emergency ordinances regarding housing, transportation, and legal settlements.

• $45 million temporary interfund loan from Portland Parks & Recreation to Fire and Police Disability and Retirement
• Affordable housing project financing up to $11,400,000 for 4931-4947 N Williams Ave and North Alberta St properties
• Multnomah County agreement to fund Organized Theft and Auto Theft Task Force positions up to $350,000 per fiscal year
• $22,500,000 competitive solicitation for Bureau of Transportation Capital Improvement Program
• Settlement of $45,000 for a bodily injury lawsuit involving Portland Water Bureau and Portland Parks & Recreation

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The City Council passed multiple emergency ordinances, including a $500,000 grant for the Small Business Digital Navigator Project. Other actions included approving transit upkeep funds and various board appointments.

• $500,000 grant from U.S. Small Business Administration for Small Business Digital Navigator Project
• $450,000 contract increase with Smarsh Inc.
• $416,507 grant from Metro for transportation demand management
• Up to $22,500,000 for Bureau of Transportation Capital Improvement Program
• $4,605,006 TriMet contract amendment for Transit Mall and Light Rail security/upkeep

City Council

The Portland City Council passed several emergency ordinances regarding labor agreements, property leases, and housing grants. The council also confirmed multiple appointments to advisory boards and commissions.

• Approved 22 grant agreements totaling $8,586,574 for affordable housing services
• Approved a fleet maintenance and headquarters repair exemption of $42,016,303
• Authorized a lease with Central City Concern at 110 NW Third Ave for an average cost of $17,283
• Amended a Portland State University agreement by $500,000 for research and technical assistance
• Confirmed appointments to the Planning Commission and Development Review Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council passed several ordinances related to water rights, flood restoration, and property transfers. The council also amended a homelessness response agreement and reviewed multiple public communications.

• Homelessness Response System Intergovernmental Agreement with Multnomah County
• Fleet maintenance and headquarters repair exemption for $42,016,303
• Carolina Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation property rights acquisition
• West Lents Floodplain Restoration Project estimated at $7,360,000
• Transfer of Menlo Park Tank Property to the Housing Bureau

City Council

The City Council passed several emergency ordinances including legal settlements for motor vehicle collisions and property damage. The council also authorized multiple transportation and environmental service agreements.

• Passed $7,988 settlement for Amanda Steiner regarding a Portland Fire & Rescue collision
• Passed $17,000 settlement for Austin Duerfeldt involving the Portland Bureau of Transportation
• Passed $20,000 settlement for Dina Kashuba involving the Portland Police Bureau
• Authorized competitive solicitation for Climate Investment Plan up to $2,500,000 over five years
• Approved Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission FY 2024-25 Fund Budget

City Council

The City Council addressed several municipal actions including park improvements, water service agreements, and property assessments. The session included the confirmation of board members for Prosper Portland and Portland Parks & Recreation.

• Berrydale Park Improvements contract estimated at $3,300,000
• Rockwood Water People’s Utility District water meter read agreement for $135,000
• Eliot Area Parking Permit Program ordinance passed to second reading
• Appointment of Felisa Hagins and re-appointment of Gustavo J. Cruz, Jr. to Prosper Portland Board
• Approval of several property assessments for sidewalk, curb, and driveway repairs

City Council

The City Council addressed multiple items including street improvements, public safety equipment, and budget adjustments. Actions included approving local improvement districts, transit project transfers, and park improvement contracts.

• Adopted N Richmond Ave and Crawford St Local Improvement District for street and sewer work
• Passed Berrydale Park Improvements contract estimated at $3,300,000
• Approved W Burnside St at SW St Clair Ave Project temporary rights acquisition
• Authorized 82nd Avenue Transit Project intergovernmental fund transfer
• Accepted $20 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant for 122nd Ave project

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The Portland City Council decided on measures that update local permit charges for construction projects, advance road maintenance on 82nd Avenue, and fund single-family home clean energy upgrades. The body also approved acquisition financing of up to $3.5 million to help St. Vincent de Paul purchase the Kelly Butte Manufactured Home Park and regulate affordability at two parks. Several other proposals, including lobbying rules and tourism contracts, were passed to a second reading on May 29.

• Approved up to $140 million over five years for single-family home clean energy improvements
• Passed ordinance authorizing up to $3.5 million in financing to St. Vincent de Paul to buy the Kelly Butte Manufactured Home Park and regulate affordability at two other parks
• Authorized a $3,800,000 contract solicitation for the Water Pollution Control Laboratory Facility & Site Renovation Project
• Passed ordinance amending permit fee schedules for building, cannabis, electrical, and land use services
• Approved eminent domain rights for the Bureau of Transportation to acquire property for the 82nd Ave Major Maintenance Project

City Council

The City Council met to review the FY 2024-25 City of Portland Budget and several ordinances regarding fees, contracts, and settlements. The session included discussions on amending permit schedules, transportation rates, and various emergency ordinances.

• Amend permit fee schedules for building, cannabis, electrical, and land use services
• Revise transportation fees, rates, and charges for FY 2024-25
• Grant agreements with youth programming organizations not to exceed $640,000
• Pay property damage claim of Alfred Kostenko for $14,126
• Pay settlement of William Erickson Jr and Ashley McGraw for $39,897

City Council

The City Council approved multiple emergency ordinances covering public camping restrictions, transportation projects, and technology services. Additionally, the council passed a $50,075,000 ordinance for the Portland Clean Energy Fund Climate Investment Plan.

• Portland Clean Energy Fund Climate Investment Plan: up to $50,075,000 over five years
• Amended City Code regarding public camping restrictions
• 122nd Ave Corridor Lighting Project contract
• TriMet grant for transit speed and reliability improvements of up to $500,000
• Lumen data transport services contract not to exceed $4,000,000

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The City Council passed an ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Map, and Zoning Code for the Lower Southeast Rising Area. The council also accepted a report regarding a contract with MPS & Associates for independent monitor services.

• Adopted Lower Southeast Rising Area Plan amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, Map, and Zoning Code (Ordinance 191698)
• Accepted report to authorize contract with MPS & Associates for Independent Monitor services

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The City Council passed several emergency ordinances including updates to public camping restriction policies and a signal improvement agreement with Union Pacific Railroad. The council also approved a $500,000 grant for the Eastbank Crescent/OMSI project and directed a working group to plan for a new citywide security division.

• Passed emergency ordinance to update public camping restriction policies
• Authorized Union Pacific Railroad signal improvements at NW Naito Parkway for an estimated $927,222
• Accepted $500,000 Metro grant for Eastbank Crescent/OMSI Environmental Mitigation Bank Pilot Project
• Approved $7,397 property damage claim involving Portland Fire & Rescue
• Directed a working group to plan an Integrated Citywide Security Division

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The Portland City Council met on April 17 to adopt several ordinances, including the FY 2023-24 Spring Supplemental Budget. The council also reviewed the 2023 Deadly Traffic Crash Report and approved the disposal of surplus city properties. The meeting scheduled for April 18 was cancelled.

• Adopted the FY 2023-24 Spring Supplemental Budget
• Adopted the 2023 Deadly Traffic Crash Report and Vision Zero Action Plan Update
• Amended an agreement with ODOT for the Brentwood-Darlington Safe Routes to School Project
• Authorized disposal of surplus property near SE Morrison St and SE 51st Ave
• Authorized disposal of surplus property west of N Marine Dr

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The City Council met to approve several large-scale infrastructure projects, including water filtration and sewer rehabilitation. The session also included the approval of legal settlements and property damage claims.

• Approved $12 million contract with Dell Marketing L.P. for Microsoft software
• Accepted $350,000 grant for the Portland Industrial Land Readiness Project
• Authorized $16 million for professional engineering services for sewer rehabilitation
• Approved $7,557,030 for NW 9th Ave/NW Hoyt St System Improvements
• Approved $220,000 intergovernmental agreement for Hawthorne Bridge Overlay Project

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The City Council addressed several transportation, water, and public safety matters. Actions included approving project updates for the Interstate 5 Rose Quarter and accepting multiple grants for emergency management and transportation.

• Adopted design refinements for the Interstate 5 Rose Quarter Project
• Accepted a $3,800,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Emergency Management
• Accepted a $603,000 grant from Prosper Portland for NE 100th Ave extension
• Authorized a contract with Range Studio, LLC for Wilkes Creek Headwaters Park up to $1,234,719
• Approved a $35,000 property damage claim involving the Portland Police Bureau

City Council

The Portland City Council sessions scheduled for March 27 and 28, 2024, did not take place. No business was conducted because there was a lack of quorum.

City Council

The City Council passed multiple emergency ordinances regarding police, water, and transportation. The session also included various public communications and the adoption of a resolution calling on Congress to extend internet funding.

• Created a new public order team for the Portland Police Bureau
• Authorized an agreement with Oregon Museum of Science and Industry for SE Water Ave Realignment Project up to $500,000
• Accepted a $1,999,235 bid from James W. Fowler Co. for the Sheridan Trunk WZ-03 Project
• Authorized construction of NE 87th and Marx Sewer Reconstruction Project for an estimated $1,006,000
• Authorized arborist services with Forest Restoration, Inc. for an estimated $244,423

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The City Council approved a large grant for the Burgard Bridge Resiliency and Multimodal Enhancement Project. The council also passed an ordinance to phase out gasoline leaf blowers and authorized several water and sewer service updates. Several public communications regarding street design and public safety were received.

• $13,895,277 grant from ODOT for Burgard Bridge Resiliency and Multimodal Enhancement Project
• Ordinance to phase out the use of gasoline leaf blowers
• $1,200,000 increase to Invoice Cloud, Inc. contract for paperless billing
• $142,200 grant agreement with Latino Network for Digital Divide Response Project
• $1,006,000 construction project for NE 87th and Marx Sewer Reconstruction

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The City Council passed several emergency ordinances regarding property damage and legal settlements. Additionally, the council moved forward with ordinances to adjust water rates and phase out gasoline-powered leaf blowers.

• Passed ordinance to pay $27,715 property damage claim involving Portland Bureau of Transportation
• Passed ordinance to pay $60,000 bodily injury settlement involving Portland Bureau of Transportation
• Passed ordinance to amend agreement with Invoice Cloud, Inc. for $1,200,000 in paperless billing fees
• Passed ordinance to phase out gasoline-powered leaf blowers
• Passed ordinance to authorize water and water-related service rates through June 30, 2025

City Council

The Portland City Council approved several infrastructure contracts and legal settlements. Key actions included accepting a multi-million dollar bid for sewer rehabilitation in Old Town and authorizing a non-binding term sheet for the Rose Quarter. The council also addressed business grant funding following recent winter storms.

• Accepted $7,371,394 bid from Iron Horse Excavation, Inc. for Downtown Old Town Market Madison Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Authorized a non-binding term sheet with Rip City Management LLC and Trail Blazers, Inc. for Rose Quarter agreements
• Approved a $19,452 property damage claim involving the Portland Water Bureau
• Approved a $25,000 settlement regarding a lawsuit involving the Portland Police Bureau
• Ensured grant funding availability for the Small Business Stabilization Restore Program

City Council

The Portland City Council approved several large-scale construction bids and a $1.5 million software contract. The council also accepted a $90,000 grant for transportation planning and moved ordinances regarding floating structures to a second reading.

• Software contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation not to exceed $1,500,000
• Construction bids from Howard S. Wright totaling over $8 million
• $4,792,499 bid from James W. Fowler Co. for Stark Trunk Rehabilitation
• $6,736,437 bid from James W. Fowler Co. for Sellwood Sanitary Sewer Extension
• $90,000 grant for 2045 Transportation System Plan engagement

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The Portland City Council passed several ordinances regarding housing tax exemptions and emergency management grants. The Council also accepted major construction bids for the Springwater Wetlands and SW 4th Avenue projects.

• $15,935,568 contract for the SW 4th Ave Improvement Project
• $2,400,000 grant for NW Naito Pkwy Rail Crossing
• $220,450 settlement with Portland Fire Fighters’ Association and Robert Bedgood
• Tax exemptions for Pettygrove Apartments and Solterra Sandy Pine
• $4,539,846 bid for the Springwater Wetlands Enhancement Project

City Council

The Portland City Council met to address several ordinances and public communications. The council accepted the 2024 LGBTQIA2S+ Program Report and approved property damage claims resulting from a police vehicle collision. Additionally, the council passed several items to a second reading, including a contract for the Smart Discount Program.

• Contract with SERVUS for the Smart Discount Program not to exceed $350,000
• Property damage claims of $6,520 and $5,821 resulting from a police vehicle collision
• Acceptance of the 2024 LGBTQIA2S+ Program Report and Strategic Plan
• Resolution calling for a public hearing regarding U.S. Postal Service changes in Portland
• Contracts with Prologis LP for traffic signal maintenance at N Schmeer Rd ($150,000 each)

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The City Council met to approve housing zoning amendments and several city contracts. Key actions included authorizing a $2 million grant for a treatment facility and accepting a sidewalk project bid. The council also reviewed reports on terrorism task forces and utility regulations.

• $2 million grant for residential alcohol and drug treatment at SE 16th Ave and E Burnside St
• Zoning amendments for the Housing Regulatory Relief Project
• $1,846,728 contract with Interlaken, Inc. for SE 174th sidewalk infill project
• $12.5 million procurement for sodium hypochlorite over five years
• $100,000 in grants for performing arts facility design and feasibility analysis

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The City Council passed several ordinances including property acquisitions for parks and legal settlements. They also adopted a measure to refer a motor fuel tax to voters for street repair funding.

• Referral of a 10 cents per gallon motor vehicle fuel tax to voters for street repair
• Acquisition of property at 4000 N Reno for $205,000 for park purposes
• Acquisition of property at 15019 SE Clatsop Street for $250,000 for park purposes
• Settlement of a $81,000 bodily injury lawsuit involving the Portland Police Bureau
• Settlement of a $5,787 property damage claim involving the Portland Water Bureau

City Council

The Portland City Council met virtually on January 17, 2024, to vote on resolutions and ordinances affecting city operations and community services. The body approved $53,430,000 in revenue bonds for Veterans Memorial Coliseum projects and accepted $1,900,000 from Multnomah County to fund eviction legal defense and financial assistance for tenants at risk of losing housing. Council also passed measures temporarily waiving development fees for households earning up to 120 percent of median income, approved a mobile medication-assisted treatment pilot for overdose response, and settled public safety liability claims. Several infrastructure and housing items were advanced to second reading for final approval next week.

• $53,430,000 in revenue bonds authorized for Veterans Memorial Coliseum projects (Item 54)
• $1,900,000 accepted from Multnomah County to fund eviction legal defense and tenant assistance (Item 55)
• Code amended to temporarily waive system development charges for households earning up to 120% of median income (Item 56)
• $100,000 grant approved with Portland Parks Foundation for park fundraising and development (Item 48)
• $389,577 CareOregon grant accepted for mobile medication-assisted treatment and overdose response pilot (Item 57)

City Council

The City Council adopted the 2024 Federal and State Legislative Agendas. The council also passed several emergency ordinances regarding human resources, infrastructure repairs, and housing programs.

• Accepted the 2024 Federal Legislative and Regulatory Agenda
• Accepted the 2024 State Legislative Agenda
• Passed ordinance for repair of Portland International Raceway Pump Station
• Accepted $51,425 grant from Oregon Department of Emergency Management for Homeland Security
• Accepted $60,000 grant for BIPOC Outreach Project via Housing Production Strategy

City Council

The scheduled City Council meetings for January 3 and January 4, 2024, have been cancelled. The sessions on January 3 were noted as having no session due to a lack of quorum.