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IBEW Local 48 offers a $1,000 bounty for new members

Nov 3, 2020

There’s so much work right now for members of IBEW Local 48 that the union is offering a bounty for qualified electricians who sign on.

Is municipal broadband feasible in Multnomah County? Maybe

Nov 3, 2020

A county-wide, publicly financed fiber-to-the-premises network would cost $966 million, and residents support the idea by more than 2-1.

Jobs on the ballot

Oct 13, 2020

Two local ballot measures could make the difference between jobs and joblessness for thousands of workers.

At a model library, cuts and turmoil

Oct 13, 2020

Multnomah County Library workers are mourning last month’s cut of 128 positions as a major blow to one of the nation’s top library systems.

New Multnomah County Courthouse: Built by union labor

Oct 13, 2020

The four-year, $324.5 million project both set and met goals for the participation of women and minority workers and contractors.

New Pearl District neighborhood: union-built

Oct 5, 2020

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler called it one of the most complex and ambitious development projects the City has ever taken on.

Library reduces number of planned layoffs

Sep 16, 2020

After weeks of organized public outcry and behind-the-scenes union lobbying, Multnomah County Library averted most layoffs announced in July.

New Beaverton arts center tops out

Sep 15, 2020

The $51 million 43,000-square-foot complex will feature a 550-seat performance venue, an art gallery, meeting rooms, and a showcase plaza.

Former USPS site will be a model of high-road development

Sep 1, 2020

Portland City Council is scheduled to vote Sept. 23 on an agreement that will ensure years of employment for union construction trades workers and enhanced opportunities in construction for women and minorities.

Budget’s fine, but library layoffs loom

Aug 19, 2020

Multnomah County Library is about to lay off one sixth of its workforce, even though its budget is under no threat.