Economists warn Portland could be heading towards ‘urban doom loop’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - Economists are warning that Portland could be heading towards what they call an “urban doom loop.” An urban doom loop happens when businesses close, people move out of a city, ...
New report paints dark picture for Portland's economy
It sure may seem like Portland's economy is booming, but much of that are leftovers of projects approved around 2017.
Economist warns of Portland ‘doom loop’
A year ago, local economist Mike Wilkerson described Portland’s image as a “dumpster fire.” On Thursday, he cast himself as a skunk at a picnic when he warned the city could be on the verge of ...
Portland would plant 660,000 trees, reduce cost of tree care for residents under new plan
Portland wants to plant 660,000 trees over the next 40 years and launch a citywide and city-managed street tree maintenance ...
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Local Economist Mike Wilkerson Highlights Risk of "Doom Loop" for Portland's Economic Future
Economist Mike Wilkerson warned of Portland’s potential "doom loop," concerning population decline and stagnant job growth at ...
$115M North Portland housing, business hub development prepares to break ground
The $115 million project will be bring rental and for-sale homes, along with a Black business hub and other community ...