Portland Housing Bureau and Vital Housing invested $6M to ensure the long-term affordability of 67 units at Belmont Dairy Apartments and Lofts for 99 years, targeting residents earning up to 60% of the Area Median Income.

Amanda Garcia-Snell has been appointed as Portland's first Engagement Officer to revamp the city's community engagement strategies, leveraging her extensive experience in public involvement and equity.

The upcoming EPAB meeting in Oregon will discuss the management and future of the state's web portal services and is open for public participation via Microsoft Teams on February 12, 2025.

Oregon's building codes were updated to facilitate the construction of attached, stacked two-family dwellings, easing the development of multi-family units and supporting housing goals.

Multnomah County closes emergency shelters due to milder weather, but remains on alert for potential severe conditions, continuing community-focused outreach and support measures.

Oregon designates February as Earthquake and Tsunami Awareness Month, advocating for public preparedness due to the risk posed by the Cascadia Subduction Zone.

Clark County Public Facilities District schedules an online meeting for February 23, 2025, to discuss tourism and development, with details for virtual attendance provided.

The Eugene City Council has scheduled work sessions and meetings in February to discuss budget priorities, urban growth, and public space needs, encouraging both in-person and virtual participation.

Nurses at Providence Oregon hospitals reached a tentative deal after a 26-day strike, improving working conditions and pay, but St. Vincent's hospitalists continue striking.

A software error caused North Bend residents to think public safety fees had doubled, but the Water Board clarified it was a display mistake, not an actual fee increase. Only 65 customers were impacted, and overall charges were correct.

An Oregon man was sentenced to 48 months in prison for running a multimillion-dollar payroll tax evasion scheme, and ordered to pay $44.9 million in restitution to the IRS.

PBOT warns of potential icy conditions and snow in Portland, advising caution for commuters and detailing their winter response efforts and safety recommendations.

The Oregon Office of Emergency Management advises Oregonians to prepare for earthquakes with practical steps and resources like the "Living on Shaky Ground" guide and "Be two weeks Ready Toolkit."