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November 2023

2023 PDX Holiday Pop-Ups: Downtown for the Holidays!

Explore a world of local treasures at this year's Holiday PDX Pop-Up Shops in downtown Portland.
November 2023

We’re Hiring A Director for Downtown Activations

This role involves revitalizing and reshaping downtown Portland through organizing dynamic events and placemaking endeavors, while overseeing tourism.
October 2023

A Love Note to Portland: Gard Communications

Gard Communications expresses their dedication to Portland and their affection for the unique characteristics of downtown.
October 2023

Chamber asks for transparency in county health inspection fee increase process

The Portland Metro Chamber, in coalition with six other business organizations, sent Multnomah County Chair Pederson and the County Commission a letter expressing deep concern regarding the large fee increases […]
Portland Metro Chamber and Downtown Portland Clean & Safe are hiring! October 2023

We’re hiring a Coordinator for Downtown Portland Advocacy

This leader will identify, track and develop policies impacting Downtown Portland and advocate policy positions and necessary government actions that support downtown revitalization.
October 2023

Chamber advocates at county for expanding shelters, sobering center and hospitality security

On September 28, the Chamber supported Multnomah County's overall plan to spend SHS funds but expressed concerns that a 24/7 first responder drop-off services were not included.
September 2023

Chamber supports downtown business tax credit

Chamber testifies in support of a measure that would help spur economic development by giving businesses with at least 15 employees a Business License Tax Credit for signing a new or extending an existing lease in downtown.
September 2023

2023 State of Small Business

Portland's small business owners dream big, take risks, and make our city a uniquely creative and inspiring place. In recent years, Portland has experienced a surge in small business activity, with thousands of new enterprises taking root.
September 2023

Chamber spearheads creation and funding for Downtown Hotel Security District

The Portland Metro Chamber and its affiliate partner, Downtown Portland Clean and Safe, have successfully advocated for the creation of a new Hotel Security District in downtown Portland.