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Economic Development

The Economic Development Department (EDD) is focused on cultivating a healthy and vibrant economic climate in the City of Portland. We strive to maintain and grow a diversified tax base that supports strong employment opportunities, while positioning Portland to compete in the global marketplace.

Comprehensive assistance is available to businesses at every stage of development and growth, whether just starting up, expanding or relocating to the city. Our services are designed to streamline doing business in Portland and are free and confidential.

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City Offers Help to Small Businesses During Pandemic - Launches Three Grant & Loan Programs

The City of Portland launched three emergency business assistance programs after receiving City Council approval of the programs at its May 4, 2020 meeting and final funding for them at its May 18, 2020 meeting. Read on...
City Proposes Plan to Assist Restaurant & Retail Businesses with Reopening

The City of Portland has put together a proposed plan that includes temporary street closures and permitting changes to assist the small business community as they look to safely and responsibly reopen restaurants and retail stores. Read on...
Portland Receives Small Business Friendly Community Award

The City of Portland is pleased to announce that the U.S Conference of Mayors and its Partner America Program selected Portland to receive the Inaugural 2019 Partner America Small Business Friendly Community Award. Read on...

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