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Nov. 02, 2015 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center's new LED lights will add drama to Portland's nighttime skyline, and save energy

Soon Portland residents and visitors will start seeing the Oregon Convention Center's iconic towers glowing in a variety of colors, depending on the events inside. But it isn't all for show. The new programmable LED tower lighting system will also provide greater energy efficiency.

"We have already replaced 70 to 75 percent of our interior lighting with more energy-efficient fixtures," said Scott Cruickshank, OCC executive director. "But we haven't touched the towers until now."

OCC staff CMP certification
Aug. 27, 2015 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center sales manager Lisa Grau earns Certified Meeting Professional designation

The Oregon Convention Center (OCC) is proud to announce that Lisa Grau has earned her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credentials.

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Aug. 19, 2015 | news releases

Portland streetcar expands service with new routes

This fall, the Portland Streetcar expands service on both sides of the Willamette river. The Central Loop will become two new lines: the A Loop and B Loop. When the new routes open on September 12th, they will carry riders between Portland’s East and West sides and connect popular Portland destinations via the new Tilikum Crossing.

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Jul. 29, 2015 | news releases

Statement from Metro President Tom Hughes on Oregon Court of Appeals decision

Metro’s efforts to create new jobs in support of Oregon’s bustling tourism economy by developing a high quality convention center hotel moved closer to completion today.

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Jul. 08, 2015 | news releases

Ambitious rooftop solar array planned for the Oregon Convention Center

This summer, the OCC will install what is anticipated to be one of the largest solar arrays on a convention center in the U.S. More than 6,500 rooftop solar panels are expected to produce 25 percent of the facility’s electricity. Construction of the two megawatt project is scheduled to begin in August and the system is estimated to be in service this fall.
 

OCC staff awards certification
May 21, 2015 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center and staff receive industry accolades

The facility won the Smart Meetings Gold Award and key managers earned Certified Meeting Professional designations.

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Mar. 25, 2015 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center hotel: Statement from Metro Council President Tom Hughes on Senate Bill 927

Earlier today, the Oregon Senate moved our region closer toward job growth, increased tourism spending and a stronger economy.

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Nov. 20, 2014 | news releases

Judge rules in Metro’s favor on validation ruling

A Multnomah County judge ruled Wednesday that Metro can issue bonds for a proposed Hyatt near the Oregon Convention Center without needing the approval of the region's voters, rejecting a legal challenge from opponents of the project's finance plan.

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Nov. 20, 2014 | news releases

Council unanimously approves Hyatt agreements, authorizes bond sales

The deal is solid, and it's time to move on. That was the argument Metro councilors made Thursday as they voted unanimously to approve an agreement for building a 600-room Hyatt hotel across from the Oregon Convention Center.

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Nov. 20, 2014 | news releases

Hotel proponents score another legal victory, but process will likely drag on

Supporters of a proposed Hyatt hotel near the Oregon Convention Center were celebrating another legal victory Thursday, but the project still faces challenges before it can go forward. For the second day in a row, a county judge ruled that Metro has the authority to issue bonds to help pay for the proposed hotel.

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