Eastbank Esplanade Re-Opening Celebration

Apr 5, 2019 at 4:21 PM

April 5, 2019

This afternoon, Nick spoke at the re-opening of the newly restored Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade.

It underwent eight weeks of repair and maintenance work that included:

• Replacing broken sidewalk sections

• Repairing lights for improved safety

• Removing graffiti and trash

• Removing invasive plant species and planting natives

• Restoring public art installations

The project will benefit the thousands of users who enjoy the Esplanade every day.

The project was completed on-budget and ahead of schedule.

Special thanks to our partners at Portland Parks & Recreation, the Bureau of Environmental Services, the Portland Bureau of Transportation, and the Regional Arts and Culture Council.

The Weekly Catch

Apr 5, 2019 at 4:24 PM

Eastbank Esplanade Re-Opening Celebration

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Commissioner Fritz

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Budget

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Environmental Services

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Nick Participates on a Panel with the Oregon Coalition for Living Well with Serious Illness

Apr 9, 2019 at 4:20 PM

April 9, 2019

Yesterday, Nick was honored to be a panelist for a discussion about people with a serious or chronic illness leading fulfilling, healthy lives.

The event was hosted by the Oregon Coalition for Living Well with Serious Illness, a new regional coalition of healthcare industry leaders and partners from across the state.

Nick shared stories about his cancer journey, including the need to listen to patients in order to provide the highest level of care.

Cambia Health Foundation’s President, Peggy Maguire, served as moderator. Nick was joined on the panel by Dr. John Hunter, Vice President of OHSU and CEO of the OHSU Health System; Mark Ganz, CEO of Cambia Health Solutions; Dr. Ben LeBlanc, Interim CEO of Oregon Providence Medical Group; and Grace Stratton, Field Representative for Senator Ron Wyden’s Office.

You can learn more about the coalition here.

Nick Featured in Earth Day Article

Apr 11, 2019 at 1:52 PM

April 11, 2019

Nick and Mayor Wheeler were featured in a profile of Portland as a "green city" by the Earth Day Network. Nick and Mayor Wheeler talked about the role the City plays in protecting climate, endangered species, and urban nature.

You can read the article here.