Resources - Portland Metro Chamber

October 2025

Multnomah County proposes safety updates at the Central Library

Multnomah County staff presented their proposed list of policy and operational changes at the Central Library in regard to safety issues.

September 2025

(Unfortunately) Another statement on continued County Chair inaction on Central Library violence

The Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, the Downtown Retail Council, and numerous leaders from the community are demanding action from the county to address severe safety and public health issues at the Central Library.

August 2025

Statement regarding County Chair inaction on Central Library violence

The Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, the Downtown Retail Council, and numerous leaders from the community are demanding action from the county to address severe safety and public health issues at the Central Library.

August 2025

New parking hours, expanded time limits in Downtown Portland

The Downtown Portland parking district will expand its pay-to-park hours to 10 p.m. starting Tuesday, Sept. 2.

July 2025

Chamber calls on Multnomah County to support Governor Kotek’s Preschool for All proposal

The Chamber announces our endorsement of the reforms to the Multnomah County Pre-School for All program called for by Governor Tina Kotek.

July 2025

Chamber calls for urgent action at Central Library to restore safety and public trust

The Chamber's Downtown Retail Council is calling on Multnomah County to address lawless and unsafe conditions at the Central Library.

March 2025

Six-Month Portland Economic Action Plan

The Chamber is proposing a six-month action plan to kickstart our regional economy. These proposals are designed to make the greatest possible impact in the near-future.

February 2025

Chamber releases State of the Economy and State of Downtown & Central City reports

The Portland Metro Chamber released its annual analysis tracking population, jobs, housing affordability and other economic indicators highlighting the vital role of our region to the state.