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City Charter Commission

What’s the Portland Charter Commission? Portland’s Charter is a foundational document that shapes how our government works. Since Oregon’s cities and counties have the power to govern themselves through their own charters—as long as they do not conflict with state or federal law—our charter is like our constitution. The City Charter defines the powers of […]

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2021-22 Small Grants

The first round of funding from our Small Grants program has been awarded to 7 groups working diligently to build community in NW and SW Portland. Funds can be used to increase participation, expand leadership capacity, partnerships, or equity, amplify overlooked voices and increase public influence, build community resiliency, or care for the physical environment. […]

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Earth Day 2021

Celebrate Earth Day with your neighborhood! Give back to the Earth (and your community) by attending one of the clean-up events below.

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City of Portland Support for SW Neighborhoods

Portland City Council has directed the Office of Community and Civic Life to provide support services to SW Neighborhood Associations and place-based community groups in Southwest Portland. Join the April 8th SBNA Board Meeting at 7pm, for a presentation and question/answer opportunity with Andrea Williams, Partnership Manager for Civic Life charged with the transition. She […]

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Year of SBNA Accomplishments

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Stormwater Stars

Friday, March 26, Noon – 2pm in West Portland Park neighborhood* Saturday, March 27, 10am – Noon in West Portland Park neighborhood* Sunday, April 18, 1pm – 3pm in Multnomah neighborhood* *Addresses provided upon registration Stormwater Stars workshops provide ideas on how to manage rain that falls around the spaces where you live, work, and play. You’ll […]