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The Archives and Records Management Division operates the City of Portland Archives and Records Center, making city administrative and historical records accessible to the public and City employees for research and inspection in accordance with Oregon's public records laws. The division sets record retention and preservation policies and guidelines, administers the City's electronic records management system, serves as the City expert on records issues, and provides services to help City employees manage their electronic and physical records.

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Toy boat race at Crystal Springs, 1959. The text on the back of the image states, "Crystal Springs meandering through the Eastmoreland-Westm… 16 hours ago Crystal Springs, 1959 Toy boat race at Crystal Springs, 1959. The text on the back of the image states, “Crystal Springs meandering through the Eastmoreland-Westm…
An aerial of N Columbia Boulevard and N Denver Avenue near Kenton Park, 1945. View this image in Efiles by clicking here. https://vintagepo… 1 day ago N Columbia Boulevard, 1945 An aerial of N Columbia Boulevard and N Denver Avenue near Kenton Park, 1945. View this image in Efiles by clicking here.
Grading work at Station "D", looking south, 1916. View this image in Efiles by clicking here. 2 days ago Station “D”, 1916 Grading work at Station “D”, looking south, 1916. View this image in Efiles by clicking here.
Looking south from Station "C" with a view of the old Portland Railway, Light & Power Company’s railway trestle. At the intersection of NE C… 3 days ago NE Columbia Boulevard, 1916 Looking south from Station “C” with a view of the old Portland Railway, Light & Power Company’s railway trestle. At the intersection of NE C…
Vanport apartments on N Victory Boulevard and water tower no. 2, 1943. View this image in Efiles by clicking here. 4 days ago Vanport, 1943 Vanport apartments on N Victory Boulevard and water tower no. 2, 1943. View this image in Efiles by clicking here.

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