Portland's Public Environment Management Office (PEMO) is basking in the recognition it received with a nomination for the 'Collaborator Award' at the Lloyd EcoDistrict’s 6th Annual ‘Model the Way’ Awards. The eco-friendly ceremony, which took place on April 16, featured PEMO’s Problem Solver Network in the spotlight as a nominee, certain to boost its profile in urban environmental management.

The Problem Solver Network, a PEMO initiative, has shown a knack for bringing together a kaleidoscope of voices to hash out issues impacting Portland’s streets and spaces. Their approach isn't about grandstanding; it's rooted in practicality—getting community leaders, citizens, and city officials to roll up their sleeves and jig-saw together lasting solutions. This scheme of action demonstrates a real finger on the pulse of Portland's heart and soul. And it's not just about fixing what's broken, but imagining what a resilient and equitable urban landscape could be.

In an event that draws attention to sustainability and community-oriented development, PEMO’s nod for the ‘Collaborator Award’ is no small feat. The Lloyd EcoDistrict’s annual awards are a toast to those who don't just pay lip service to eco-responsibility but actually walk the walk in creating spaces that are as good for the planet as they are for its people.

In a statement obtained by Portland’s city news, PEMO Director Christine Leon expressed her gratitude: “We are truly grateful to Lloyd EcoDistrict for this recognition. It is a testament to the hard work and collaborative spirit of the many individuals and organizations that make up PEMO’s Problem Solver Network.” That sentiment of partnership has been the linchpin of PEMO's success, echoing through the corridors of city governance and the avenues of public assembly where their work is palpable.

Despite being a nominee this time around, PEMO’s recognition at the Model the Way Awards underscores it's ongoing commitment and suggests that the Public Environment Management Office is a force to be reckoned with in the realm of urban sustainability. The group's dedication to fostering enduring relationships underlines the importance of collaborative dynamics in tackling today's environmental challenges. More on PEMO’s work and the ‘Model the Way’ Awards is available on the City of Portland’s official website.