Join the local Strong Towns conversation in Portland, Oregon! Strong Towns focuses on making fiscally strong communities that are self-sustaining, resilient, and nice to live in. Together, we can make a difference in the place we love.
Upcoming Meetings
RSVPs are not required, and all are welcome! Check out the calendar for more events.
Next monthly meeting:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 • 6:15–7:45 pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1A
801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Monthly meetings may include presentations, project updates, and limited open group discussion. Social hour to follow afterwards at a nearby bar.
Next monthly hangout:
Saturday, May 11, 2024 • 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (UPDATED)
Cafe Yumm (PSU Rec Center)
1806 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Stop by an informal hangout to chat and meet other Portlanders interested in the Strong Towns approach!
Charles Marohn highlights Strong Towns PDX
Strong Towns founder and president Charles Marohn discusses Strong Towns PDX and the Billion Bollards Club in this article and video.
PARK(ing) Day on September 15, 2023
Strong Towns PDX hosted a PARK(ing) Day event with the CNU-Cascadia Portland chapter and the Montavilla/East Tabor Business Association, with support from the Parking Reform Network. We demonstrated the need for a permanent marked crosswalk and traffic calming measures at NE Glisan/70th in Montavilla and gathered significant input and support from the neighborhood.
Pedalpalooza: Behind the Bollards Ride on August 19, 2023
Strong Towns PDX hosted a Pedalpalooza ride! On Saturday, August 19th, we discussed one of the most cost effective methods of separating vehicles from pedestrians. Thanks to all who joined the ride.
One Billion Bollards
Through a collective mapping process, we are envisioning a better Portland that prioritizes pedestrian safety.
Strong Towns podcast discusses Cully urban renewal project
Abby and Chuck dissect a recent Oregonian article and come to their own conclusions about this plan's prospects.
Local Conversation featured by Strong Towns
Our local group was interviewed and featured on the national organization's website.