Eugene celebrates National Public Works Week, highlighting the roles and dedication of its public works professionals in maintaining and improving city services and infrastructure.

OHCS awarded $1.6 million to 14 nonprofits in Oregon to help develop affordable homes, bolstering their capacity to create accessible housing options statewide.

The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund seeks consultants and firms for services to support the city's environmental efforts, with submissions due by May 8, 2025.

Tualatin opens Plambeck Gardens, a new affordable housing community, honoring advocate Doug Plambeck, with a range of units for low-income families and services for residents' stability and well-being.

Oregon has extended the deadline for SNAP recipients to report food losses due to a February storm to 30 days, allowing them to request replacement benefits until March 26, 2025.

The Burkes-Belluschi House in Portland, Oregon, designed by Pietro Belluschi, is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural significance.

The Bull Run Filtration Project in Portland faces delays due to a land use permit issue requiring further review, potentially affecting the city’s water safety and local economy.

Hillsboro streams construction of Fire Station 9 and the new Hillsboro Hops ballpark, offering live feeds and time-lapse views to engage the community and ensure transparency.

Hillsboro City Council approved utility rate adjustments for 2025 & 2026 to maintain essential services, with tiered water billing to encourage conservation and utility assistance for residents struggling with payments.

The City of Portland has launched the Code Alignment Project to resolve issues with unclear and conflicting city codes that affect urban development, aiming to smooth out permit processes and requirements.

Hillsboro's Block 67 is set for redevelopment; Koz Development's proposal offers mixed housing, including senior and workforce units, and commercial spaces, addressing community needs. An open house on December 19 will gather public input.

A homeless man, Russell, finds stable housing in Washington County through dedicated outreach efforts and social services, highlighting the value of support and trust in overcoming homelessness.

Clackamas County and the City of Milwaukie apply for a federal PRO Housing grant to tackle affordable housing issues, including redeveloping Hillside Park and converting homes into affordable housing through a community land trust.