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UPDATE: Portlanders from All Walks of Life Support Common Sense on Homelessness
We are seeing great response to our call for accountability on homelessness spending and supporting groups like Helping Hands at Bybee...
Erik Cole
Aug 24, 20232 min read


Multnomah County Homelessness Spending
Recently we shared an update about the lack of local action to combat rampant drug use and access to behavioral health services in...
Erik Cole
Aug 7, 20233 min read
Not to be Missed: RPC's Evan Bernstein's "Love Note" to Portland
You won't regret taking 2 1/2 minutes to watch this video! Get re-inspired about the Portland you know and love with our very own Evan...
Erik Cole
Aug 3, 20231 min read


In case you missed it...Portland continues to lag in downtown recovery
In their ongoing study of cities recovering from the pandemic, the University of Toronto's School of Cities, recently released their ...
Erik Cole
Jul 21, 20231 min read


Report Quality of Life Issues - an Update
On June 7th, RPC hosted an information session on reporting problem issues to the City of Portland. The update featured speakers from...
Erik Cole
Jun 7, 20232 min read
RPC Statement on legislation addressing unsheltered homelessness in Portland
RPC provided this testimony to the Portland City Council as they considered several ordinances addressing outdoor unsanctioned...
Erik Cole
May 31, 20231 min read


Significant Vote on Camping Code - May 31st
On Wednesday, May 31st, at 2:30 PM the Portland City Council will vote on an emergency ordinance intended to curtail unsheltered...
Erik Cole
May 26, 20231 min read


RPC Joins Effort Opposed to Capital Gains Tax Increase
RPC has joined with other business & community groups to oppose Measure 26-238, the capital gains tax measure on the May ballot in...
Erik Cole
Apr 24, 20231 min read


RPC Newsletter - Spring 2023
Keep up with our Coalition's efforts, major milestones, and important issues facing our city. This edition includes: RPC Meeting with the...
Erik Cole
Apr 20, 20231 min read


OREGON NEEDS A “NEW DEAL” ON HOMELESSNESS
By Thomas A. Ped The Revitalize Portland Coalition is pleased to see Governor Kotek and the Oregon Legislature have made solving...
Erik Cole
Apr 6, 20234 min read


Guest Editorial - Understanding the Homeless Crisis in Portland (Part 2)
Permissive Public Policies Inadvertently Encourage Homelessness to Thrive Have you ever asked yourself, “Why is Portland’s homeless...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Mar 7, 20233 min read


Guest Editorial - Understanding the Homeless Crisis in Portland (Part 1)
Have you ever asked yourself, "Why is Portland’s homeless crisis far more significant than most cities throughout the country? Why is...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Feb 10, 20232 min read


RPC Testimony About Unintended Consequences Around the County’s Behavioral Health Resource Center
In December, Multnomah County opened a new Behavioral Health Resource Center near the corner of Oak and Park downtown. The Center’s...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Jan 27, 20234 min read


RPC Issues Symposium: "Stop the Bleeding" Panel Discussion, Jan. 24, 2023
Panel Discussion Shows The Effects of Taxes & Bureaucracy on Portland's Economy RPC held its second Issues Symposium on Tuesday, January...
Erik Cole
Jan 24, 20231 min read


Ron Thomas - Riptz City Eats - We Believe in Portland
Listen to founder and owner Ron Thomas from Riptz City Eats on his inspirational story and positive outlook on life and the city of...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Jan 17, 20231 min read


IREM Forecast Breakfast - Jordan Schnitzer Intro
For those who missed our Chairman's introduction at the 2022 IREM Forecast Breakfast, we have posted it to YouTube. It's a great recap...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Dec 20, 20221 min read


Report Downtown Graffiti Today!
A major step we can ALL take to help revitalize Portland is to take action on unwanted graffiti! Revitalize Portland Coalition is...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Dec 12, 20222 min read


RPC Newsletter - Winter 2022
Up to date information on our Coalition's efforts Contents: Message from our new Board President - Kara Unger Headlines in media Homeless...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Nov 3, 20221 min read


REVITALIZE PORTLAND COALITION’S RESPONSE TO MAYOR WHEELER’S NEW PLAN FOR HELPING SOLVE HOMELESSNESS
RPC applauds Mayor Wheeler’s new resolve to reduce homelessness in Portland. His proposals include the creation of three sanctioned...
Revitalize Portland Coalition
Oct 27, 20222 min read
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