Neighbors West-Northwest
Hip Hop Architecture Camp’ expands in second year in Portland Camp introduces urban community teens to architecture, urban planning From July 29 to August 2, Self Enhancement, Inc. (SEI) – in partnership with the Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) and the National Association of Minority Contractors–Oregon (NAMC-OR) – is hosting a groundbreaking educational program for […]
Reports of hate incidents and crimes have grown increasingly common in the U.S., especially in Oregon. You may have seen examples in your own life: A man berating a woman for ignoring him; Someone wearing religious clothing bullied for their faith; A person of color told to “go back to your own country.” These scenarios […]
Portland Housing Bureau’s RSO Traveling Helpdesk To Visit Neighborhood Libraries This Summer Are you a landlord, wondering how the new landlord/tenant laws apply to you or if you’re eligible for exemption from providing Relocation Assistance? Are you a recently or soon-to-be displaced renter, wondering if you are eligible for Relocation Assistance? Even if neither of […]
Now accepting applications for 2020 Metro Central Community Enhancement Grants Do you have ideas about how to enhance your community? Metro has generated nearly $300,000 available in community enhancement grants for Northwest Portland neighborhoods to build vibrant communities, protect clean air and water, maintain healthy ecosystems and improve regional equity while advancing Metro’s strategic plan […]
Cuts to the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office will affect Portlanders’ everyday lives, according to officials in the DA’s office and Portland Police Bureau. Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury’s proposed 2020 budget includes a 3 percent cut to the DA’s general fund which–combined with slashes in state and federal funding–amount to a cut of six […]
Presenting to City Council can be daunting. It may appear like a lot of work for unforeseeable results. But short of running for Council yourself, it can be the best way to shape the decision making that affects you. We’ve compiled some tested advice, whether you’re making your Council debut or hunting for ways to […]