Portland, OR, August 17, 2026 —

Portland, OR – Several significant developments are unfolding in Portland, including active negotiations for the Moda Center lease, a city-backed effort to manage public perception of a non-profit, and the beginning of demolition for a historic waterfront structure.

Moda Center Lease Negotiations Continue

Discussions are ongoing between the city of Portland and the ownership of the Portland Trail Blazers regarding the lease for the Moda Center. The details of the lease terms and the progress of these negotiations were not fully disclosed.

City Engaged PR Firm for Urban Alchemy Image Management

The city of Portland reportedly worked with a public relations firm to enhance the public image of Urban Alchemy, a non-profit organization. This collaboration comes amid multiple allegations of misconduct concerning the non-profit’s operations at various homeless encampment sites. The specific nature of the PR firm’s work and the outcomes were not detailed.

Demolition Begins at Centennial Mills Site

Demolition work has commenced on the Centennial Mills building, a structure that sustained fire damage. The building is a prominent site located on the city’s waterfront. The demolition process marks a new phase for the site.



Story summarized from the original created by Wm. Steven Humphrey on www.portlandmercury.com, see more information here.

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