30 results for “design commission”
30 results for “design commission”
The Mayor requests Council confirmation to appoint two members to the Portland Design Commission: Hanifah Abioto to the City Arts position (5/1/26–4/30/30) and Tommy Solomon to the Landscape Architect position (12/1/26–11/30/30). The Design Commission provides expertise on urban design and architecture, applies design standards to the Design overlay zone, and hears land use applications for proposals within design districts. Abioto, co-owner of Studio Abioto and a Grants & Communications Coordinator at Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods, brings experience in art curation and public projects including work on the North Portland Aquatic Center Art Plan.
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This April 9, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting agenda included five unanimous resolutions recognizing community contributions and designating observances: honoring Hype Athletics' 25 years of community support, proclaiming March 2026 as Social Work Month, April 2026 as National Arab American Heritage Month, April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month, and offering condolences to the family of Ganelle Shooshanian. The meeting also addressed economic development initiatives including approval of a Brownfield Plan for 15625 Lundy Parkway, establishment of a 12-month weatherization and energy efficiency pilot program with Jefferson East, Inc., a noise ordinance waiver for Downtown Dearborn Movie Nights in Peace Park East, and an ordinance amendment regarding the Parking Advisory Commission.
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The January 8, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting agenda includes recognition of retired city official Irene Darragh for 33 years of service, approval of previous meeting minutes, and introduction of two ordinances—one amending shopping cart regulations and another establishing a Dearborn Arts and Culture Commission. The agenda also addresses multiple purchasing and development items, including a $52,640 vehicle purchase, a $247,602 mural installation contract, a $394,500 green infrastructure design contract, and a request to vacate a public alley for redevelopment purposes.
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