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'We Have A Lot To Lose': Portland Commissioners Try To Save Creative Space
Commissioners Nick Fish and Chloe Eudaly share the scoop on their 24-point council proposal.

With Legal Challenge Over, What's Next For Portland's Arts Tax?
A decision from the Oregon Supreme Court has saved Portland’s Arts Education and Access fund — at least for the moment. Can it survive its own structural flaws?

Portland Commissioner Nick Fish Says He Has Stomach Cancer
Portland Commissioner Nick Fish announced Thursday he has stomach cancer. He has not decided whether to seek another term next year.

Portland Mayor, Commissioner Push For Immediate Interviews In Officer Shootings
In a split with the Multnomah County district attorney, two Portland city council members say the city can compel police officers involved in shootings to talk with investigators immediately afterward.

Nick Fish On Finding Portland's Next Arts Chief
Portland City Council's point man on arts policy talks about what he's looking for as the hiring process picks up steam.

Metro Portland's Arts Agency Looks For New Leadership
The Regional Arts and Culture Council seeks a replacement for long-time administrator Eloise Damrosch.

Oversight Group Tells Portland To Slow Decision On Water Treatment Plant
A key watchdog group that monitors spending at the Portland Water Bureau said it will ask the City Council to slow its decision on a pricey new water treatment facility.

Portland Weighs $500 Million Water Treatment Plant
The Portland Water Bureau is weighing options to comply with a federal rule that requires treatment of the city’s drinking water supply for a single-celled parasite. The cost could be $500 million.
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People Of Color In Portland Government Face A Frustrating And Even Scary Time
Portland's elected council members are all white. But many of their employees are not. The frequent, chaotic protests at City Hall have frustrated and even scared some of the people of color who work for the city.