Boring neighbors continue to seek answers, representation as they await LUBA remand hearing

Boring neighbors continue to seek answers, representation as they await LUBA remand hearing

For the past seven years, a vocal group of neighbors of the proposed Portland Water Bureau filtration plant in Boring have expressed sharp opposition. Key among their arguments is a notable lack of representation for the rural residents who cannot…

Land use hearing ahead for Bull Run project

A Multnomah County hearings officer this month will take up the remand of a land use case that has blocked construction of the $2.1 billion Bull Run Filtration Project. The hearing could be the next step toward resuming construction of the plant, which is designed to provide water to approximately 1 million Portland Water Bureau customers. In February, the bureau halted project construction after an adverse ruling by the Oregon Land Use Board of…