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Zenith Permit Decision Raises Questions, Conflicts About City Council AuthorityÂ
New city councilors realize they don’t have much power over the controversial company’s future—and they want to change that.
UPDATED: Labor Complaint Against City Council Candidate Alleges Racist Treatment at City’s Community Safety Division
Lisa Freeman is the subject of a BOLI civil rights investigation, but other former city employees say the office has a problem with structural racism much larger than just one staff member.
City Council Solidifies New Policy Committees
The eight committees will be the primary conduit for public engagement and policy proposals from councilors.
Federal Transportation Program Eyes Another Albina Reconnection Project at I-405 Ramps
The US Department of Transportation will give Portland $1 million to study alternatives for the “overbuilt” I-405 ramps in North Portland, which have contributed to neighborhood disconnection for more than 50 years.
Earl Blumenauer Reflects on Long Political Career and “Bike-Partisanship”
After 28 years in Congress, Blumenauer will return to Portland as a civilian with big plans for the city and state's future.
2024 Wrapped: This Year's Biggest Environmental News
Clean Energy Fund spending, Willamette River love, and Zenith faces some heat. This was the biggest Portland environment news in 2024.
Awash With Cash, Portland Clean Energy Fund Marks New Strategy With Latest Investments
PCEF will allocate $300 million in grants for large-scale projects. A hefty portion of funds will go to the city’s own bureaus for infrastructure projects and decarbonization.
With Zenith Energy’s Permits On The Line, Critics Urge Strong Government OversightÂ
The controversial fuel storage and transport company faces state fines and additional regulatory requirements. City officials will decide what happens next.
With $850 Million Secured, ODOT Plans to Break Ground on Rose Quarter Project
A recent funding allocation gives ODOT enough to start the long-awaited I-5 expansion—but the agency doesn’t have enough to finish the rest of the project.
UPDATED: Street Roots Staff Announce Intent to Unionize
Workers at Street Roots plan to join Communications Workers of America, adding to the growing ranks of local news outlets with union representation.
Oregon DEQ Wants New Requirements for Ross Island Sand & Gravel’s Willamette River Cleanup
The proposed new rules come after a lawsuit alleging the DEQ failed to hold the former gravel company accountable for Willamette River water quality.
Unionized New Seasons Workers to Strike on Wednesday Before Thanksgiving
The New Seasons Labor Union has been in contract negotiations with the company for almost two years. Workers want customers to boycott the company until an agreement is reached.
As Public Comment Deadline Looms, Critics Elevate Case Against Current I-5 Bridge Replacement Plan
There’s a rare opportunity to comment on controversial environmental impacts of the plan to replace and expand I-5 from Portland to Vancouver.
Advocates “Cautiously Optimistic” About DEQ Decision to Delay Zenith Air Quality Permit
The Oregon DEQ is pausing issuing Zenith Energy a new air quality permit. Agency staff credit environmental advocates for drawing attention to their concerns.
STREET VIEW: Gravel in the Bike Lane
PBOT’s maintenance woes aren’t just a problem for people who travel by car.
As Traffic Crash Fatalities Rise, Portland Auditor’s Office Recommends Changes to Vision Zero Program
PBOT leaders say they’ve already addressed many of the auditor’s recommendations. They also say the scale of Portland’s traffic violence crisis is too big for just one bureau to address.
Keith Wilson is Portland’s Next Mayor
Portland’s City Council races are still being tallied, but preliminary results have held firm since Tuesday night.
Will a Fresh Batch of City Leaders Transform Portland’s Climate Leadership?
Polling data suggests voters see opportunities to strengthen local environmental policies and change course on issues like oil by rail.
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