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Fire at Washougal apartments injures 1, kills several pets Featured News by Oregon Today News
Fire officials said the building was an apartment that had been converted into two apartme... More

04/25/2024

Boxer, formerly known as Boxer Ramen, closing after 11 years in Portland area Featured News by Oregon Today News
The four locations will be open through April 28 for one last meal the franchise said More

04/25/2024

A look at the Gaza war protests that have emerged on US college campuses Featured News by Oregon Today News
Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have popped up on an increasing number of colle... More

04/25/2024

VISIONING THE FUTURE OF THE EMPIRE AREA  
  
At this week's joint work session, the City Council and Planning Commission met to review a preliminary draft of the Empire Blueprint. In conjunction with David Evans & Associates and Echo NW, staff have been working on a community collaboration visioning the future of the Empire area. This draft was a robust visual presentation of what the Newmark Avenue core and the Empire Waterfront might be transformed to look and feel like in the coming years, all with a goal to increase excitement and development in Empire (See, Figure 1. Study Area).  
  
Discussion centered around transportation options, curb appeal with addition of trees and wayfinding signs, pedestrian safety, and finding ways to embrace the areas rich cultural history. From the ideas shared and input on the current draft presented, the Blueprint team will make some revisions and continue to engage with the community to refine the overall vision. The draft document includes initial estimates and phasing, helping establish ways in which elements of the plan might be implemented over time (See, 'Figure 2. Concept Diagram).   
  
With some investment towards elements included in the Blueprint, along with private investment already underway, the Empire area will continue to transform, expanding the significant cultural and historical base of our overall community.  A focus on both the Newmark Avenue core and waterfront area will further develop the destination, increasing activities, interest, and hopefully more foot traffic for the many businesses who call Empire home.  
  
Check out the draft version of the Empire Blueprint that was presented at Tuesday’s work session here:   
https://legistarweb-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/attachment/pdf/2571079/Task_5_Memo_5_Preferred_Alt_Empire_2024-04-18_revised.pdf  
  
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post Featured News by City of Coos Bay
VISIONING THE FUTURE OF THE EMPIRE AREA At this week's joint work session, the City Council and Planning Commission met to review a preliminary draft of the Empire Blueprint. In conjunction with David Evans & Associates and Echo NW, staff have been working on a community collaboration visioning the future of the Empire area. This draft was a robust visual presentation of what the Newmark Avenue core and the Empire Waterfront might be transformed to look and feel like in the coming years, all with a goal to increase excitement and development in Empire (See, Figure 1. Study Area). Discussion centered around transportation options, curb appeal with addition of trees and wayfinding signs, pedestrian safety, and finding ways to embrace the areas rich cultural history. From the ideas shared and input on the current draft presented, the Blueprint team will make some revisions and continue to engage with the community to refine the overall vision. The draft document includes initial estimates and phasing, helping establish ways in which elements of the plan might be implemented over time (See, 'Figure 2. Concept Diagram). With some investment towards elements included in the Blueprint, along with private investment already underway, the Empire area will continue to transform, expanding the significant cultural and historical base of our overall community. A focus on both the Newmark Avenue core and waterfront area will further develop the destination, increasing activities, interest, and hopefully more foot traffic for the many businesses who call Empire home. Check out the draft version of the Empire Blueprint that was presented at Tuesday’s work session here: https://legistarweb-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/attachment/pdf/2571079/Task_5_Memo_5_Preferred_Alt_Empire_2024-04-18_revised.pdf -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos BayPhotos from Coos Bay - City Government's post
VISIONING THE FUTURE OF THE EMPIRE AREA At this weeks joint work session the City Council... More

04/25/2024

All Boxer Locations Permanently Closing April 29 Featured News by Oregon Today News
The last chance for diners to get bowl of Boxers spicy red miso ramen is this Sunday the c... More

04/25/2024

Oregon’s Top Economist Departing Without Any Notice From the State Featured News by Oregon Today News
Nobody in state government produces a more closely-watched body of work than the state eco... More

04/25/2024

Yes, New York City gives migrants free one-way plane tickets in some cases Featured News by Oregon Today News
New York City does provide migrants with free one-way plane or bus tickets as a viral post... More

04/25/2024

For Portland Winterhawks, special teams key to a special run Featured News by Oregon Today News
Kyle Chyzowski is about as hot as one can get on ice More

04/25/2024

Justin Timberlake will perform in Seattle May 2 and 3, tickets still available for his arena tour Featured News by Oregon Today News
Pop sensation Justin Timberlake is coming to Seattles Climate Pledge Arena on Thursday and... More

04/25/2024

Oregon-connected artists among winners of 2024 Doris Duke Foundation awards Featured News by Oregon Today News
Three women artists with connections to Oregon are among this years Doris Duke Artist Awar... More

04/25/2024

$17 million lawsuit says DHS ignored report of 4-year-old with bruised head; 2 weeks later he was dead Featured News by Oregon Today News
The estate of a 4-year-old boy who prosecutors believe was kicked and stomped to death by ... More

04/25/2024

2 bars, 1 deli involved in an armed robbery spree in Portland metro, police say Featured News by Oregon Today News
Three restaurants and bars were hit by an armed robber all within 30 minutes of each other... More

04/25/2024

Nearly 18,000 young Chinook salmon dead after man dumps jug of bleach into tank Featured News by Oregon Today News
The 18000 fish would have joined approximately 60000 other fall Chinook pre-smolts release... More

04/25/2024

'Be a rainbow in someone else's cloud': Portland nonprofits say there are health benefits to volunteering Featured News by Oregon Today News
Volunteering can bring more joy to your life and help with your mental health More

04/25/2024

Campuses across the US are rocked by pro-Palestinian rallies and mass arrests Featured News by Oregon Today News
As pro-Palestinian demonstrations continue to permeate colleges and universities across th... More

04/25/2024

Longtime head of Willamette Riverkeeper moves to land conservation work Featured News by Oregon Today News
As the head of Willamette Riverkeeper Travis Williams has worked to protect the river for ... More

04/25/2024

No, Harvey Weinstein won't be released from prison because his NY rape conviction was overturned Featured News by Oregon Today News
In 2022 Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 16 years in prison in Los Angeles for rape Overt... More

04/25/2024

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