Portland City Council
Coverage of Portland City Council in the Nexus archive.
- City Council says it can’t save historic Lloyd Center Mall in Portland
Portland City Council voted to uphold the redesign of the historic Lloyd Center Mall, rejecting appeals from preservation groups. The mall, which opened in 1960, will close on August 8 and be replaced with mixed-use development. Council members acknowledged public opposition but stated they lack the authority to halt the approved plan.
- Lloyd Center redevelopment supporters urge Portland City Council to reject appeals
Supporters of the Lloyd Center redevelopment in Portland argue the project will modernize the site with mixed-use housing and infrastructure, while opponents highlight its historical and community value. The Portland City Council will decide on July 8 whether to approve the plan amid ongoing appeals and public debate.
- Supporters pack Portland City Hall to fight Lloyd Center redevelopment plan
Supporters of Portland's Lloyd Center gathered at City Hall to oppose a redevelopment plan, arguing it undermines the mall's role as a community hub and fails to preserve the historic ice rink. The Save Lloyd Ice Coalition and Save Lloyd Campaign claim the proposal violates city policies on preservation and sustainability.