Future of the Midtown properties
Summary
The city is asking residents what to do with four city-owned 'Midtown' parcels — there's an online survey and a public session on April 29.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city spent significant money buying the parcels back, and the sale-vs-retain decision affects whether it recoups that cost or keeps long-term public value.
Anyone who takes the survey or shows up on April 29 gets a say in how the parcels are used.
Councilors who wanted a decision now warn the workshop route could delay development by months.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Housing & Economic Development Committee - Jun 2, 2026
The city surveyed 1,100+ residents about what should happen to the Midtown parcels it bought back; most want housing-focused mixed-use with retail and green space. Councilors split over whether to market the land for sale or retain it for social housing and a park, and punted the vision to a full-council workshop.
Portland Development Corporation - Apr 16, 2026
The city is asking residents what to do with four city-owned 'Midtown' parcels — there's an online survey and a public session on April 29.
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
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