Big (and Small) Ideas to Fix Downtown, Dangerous Trees, and Rehab On Wheels

Today we’re talking about all the trees falling during the storm, and how current city codes might work against homeowners. We’re taking a look at a few more city incentives hoping to breathe some life into downtown. Plus, there’s a new mobile addiction treatment program by Portland Fire & Rescue. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Stories Discussed in Today’s Episode: The City Denied a Portland Family’s Request to Chop Down a Douglas Fir. Last Week, the Tree Slammed Into Their Home. [Willamette Week] PBOT Will Manage New Food Truck Program to Activate Downtown Sidewalks [Bike Portland] Portland Tries Tax Breaks to Revive Central City, but Will It Bring Businesses Downtown? [Oregonian 🔒] Portland Takes Rehab on the Road [Portland Mercury] The Taco Tuesday Fight Is Over [The Journal] Facing any personal dilemmas you’d like our opinions on? We’re putting together an advice-style episode and want to hear from you. It can be about anything, city-related or not. Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise .