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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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Ribbon Cutting for Children's Odyssey at Former Reed School on August 9

Developers Collaborative will hold a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Children’s Odyssey at their newly renovated location on Thursday, August 9th, 2018, 3:30 PM, at the Reed School, 19 Libby Street in Portland. Read on...
City's Job Creation Grant Program Now Accepting Applications from Portland Businesses

The City is once again launching a new round of the Business Assistance Program for Job Creation, and applications are now being accepted. The Program provides matching grants to Portland businesses for the creation of one or two full-time jobs... Read on...
City Partners Up to Provide Free Immigrant Entrepreneurship Workshops in June

An Immigrant Entrepreneurship Workshop series is being offered throughout June by the City of Portland to assist New Mainers with starting a business. The workshops will be offered on June 4, 6, 11, and 13 from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM at Portland Adult Ed. Read on...

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