Recent Content List News
| Help Wanted – Certified Lifeguard and Concession Stand |
| The Portland Water Park is accepting applications for CERTIFIED lifeguards for the 2025 season. Addi[...] |
| The Portland Water Park is accepting applications for CERTIFIED lifeguards for the 2025 season. The guards need to be certified in Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid Training and Aquatic Attraction. Starting rate for lifeguards will be paid $14 hr. with additional pay for returning guards based on prior year of service. Additional positions at Portland Water Park to include concession stand. [read more] |
| Indiana 211 Update |
| Indiana 211 has been activated for Jay County residents. The assessments completed by Jay County EMA staff immediately following the storm were initial and commonly called a windshield assessment. This allowed EMA staff to gather estimates to provide to the state to show the need for services such as 211. Residents can complete the comprehensive assessment by calling 2-1-1 or visiting [read more] |
| Golf Cart Ordinance |
| GOLF CART REGISTRATION NOW OPEN AT THE PORTLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT. ORDINANCE WILL BE EFFECTIVE JULY[...] |
| City of Portland Toters - Information Sheet |
| Information about the new Toters for the City of Portland |
| Garbage Collection Ordinance |
| ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 52 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES |
| Recycling News |
| Portland's recycling is picked up on your regular trash day! Place all recycling items within the green bags that are provided for you and they will be picked up on your regular trash day. It is important that you use only the green bags for recycling materials! All In The Same Bag: Tin, steel and aluminum Glass bottles Plastic containers #1-7 Paper and magazines Cardboard and paperboard Do [read more] |
| Make Online Anonymous Tips |
| Citizens now have the opportunity to make anonymous tips to the police station online We are grateful for those willing to partner with the police department and help make Portland a safer community to live in. You can find the link on the Police Department page on this website or click here. [read more] |
| Receive Community Alerts |
| Citizens now have the opportunity to sign up for text message or email alerts for any upcoming events in the community! Stay connected to the community around you and never miss an exciting announcement. Interested? Click here to fill in your information. It's just that easy! There is also an announcement display on the right hand side of the website, "Recent Messages from [read more] |
| City Ordinances |
| The City of Portland has recently uploaded the ordinances for the City of Portland. [read more] |
| Considering A Run For Office? Tips For People With Disabilities |
| Are you thinking about running for office during the next election season? If you are full of ideas,[...] |
| Fueling Change: Turning a Passion for Health Into Advocacy That Moves Communities |
| Image via PexelsOpens a New Window Fueling Change: Turning a Passion for Health Into Advocacy That Moves Communities In a time when health headlines shift as quickly as seasons, the idea of personal passion influencing public change might feel ambitious-but it's anything but unrealistic. Across neighborhoods and networks, everyday people are using what they care about to rally others, shift mindsets, and [read more] |
| Off Truck Route Rules and Penalty |
| Off Truck Route Rules and Penalty. |
| RECYCLING NEWS |
| Recycling made easy! |
| Street Paving |
| The City of Portland recently received a 50/50 Community Crossings Matching Grant in the amount of $239,205.00. The grant money will be used for resurfacing of Industrial Drive and Wayne Street with the addition on updating curb ramps. It is estimated that this project will start early summer and be completed by early fall. [read more] |
| Street Repaving Schedule |
| Brooks Construction Company will be working on the City streets from April 21, 2025 – May 2, 2025.[...] |
| Brooks Construction Company will be working on the City streets from April 21, 2025 – May 2, 2025. These dates may change depending on the weather. View ScheduleOpens a new Window [read more] |
| The Evolving Leader: Lifelong Learning for Community Excellence |
| Lifelong learning equips community leaders with the agility to adapt to ever-changing environments. [...] |
| Image via Pexels The Evolving Leader: Lifelong Learning for Community Excellence Lifelong learning equips community leaders with the agility to adapt to ever-changing environments. It fuels innovation and ensures relevance in their leadership roles. By embracing continuous education, leaders can better serve and inspire their communities. This ongoing journey is vital for anyone committed to making a positive impact. Today, The City [read more] |
| Waste Water Treatment Plant |
| Upgrades continue at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. Some of the upgrades include Final Clarifier tanks and an oxidation ditch. Other improvements include pump station upgrades, sewer separations and replace catch basins. [read more] |
| Why Portland Is Wonderful For Upcoming Businesses |
| If you’re planning to launch a new business or relocate an existing one, choosing Indiana is a goo[...] |
| Why Portland, Indiana, Is a Wonderful Home for Upcoming Businesses If you’re planning to launch a new business or relocate an existing one, choosing Indiana is a good move. Portland is arguably one of the best small towns for up-and-coming businesses within the Hoosier state – not only does it offer a supportive business environment, but it’s a quick drive to [read more] |
Meetings and Notices
Jul
3
- Board of Works
- 4:00 pm
- Council Chambers, 1616 North Franklin Street Portland, IN 47371
Jul
7
- City Council Meetings
- 5:30 pm
- Council Chambers, 1616 North Franklin Street Portland, IN 47371
Jul
16
- Aviation Board Meeting
- 4:00 pm
- Airport Conference Room, 661 West 100 North Portland, IN 47371
