Problem-Solvers Monthly Meeting
Problem-Solvers is a bi-monthly meeting with city officials and members of the Portland Police Bureau. It’s an opportunity to report issues around crime and vandalism directly to city staff. All business owners in Hillsdale and Multnomah Village are invited to attend.
Problem-Solvers meetings are sponsored by the city's Public Environment Management Office (PEMO).
In addition to reporting at Problem-Solvers meetings, individuals and businesses are encouraged to file a report on every incident, no matter how small. Report non-emergency crimes at pdxreporter.org or call 503-823-3333. Or email Anne Hill at anne.hill@portlandoregon.gov and she will make the report on your behalf.
Reports help PPB track and locate suspects and to build a criminal case to aid in prosecution.
Problem Solvers meets virtually over Microsoft Teams every other Thursday at 9:30 am.
To receive a link to the meeting, email PEMO@portlandoregon.gov.
More Resources for Business Owners
Reporting, tracking, information and assistance to help resolve crime, trash, graffiti and livability issues.
Camping, Trash and Abandoned Vehicles
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To report incidents within the public right of way: PDX Reporter
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To report incidents on private property: www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/42240.
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To track camp reports made to PDX Reporter: Impact Reduction Program Data Dashboard.
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Dumped Garbage
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RID Patrol: Report dumped garbage | Metro (oregonmetro.gov)
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To track reports made to Metro RID: Metro RID Patrol Data Dashboard (arcgis.com).
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Report Graffiti
The online report takes less than 5 minutes to complete. You must upload a picture.
www.portland.gov/311/graffiti-report or call 311 to report.
Free Graffiti Removal Kit
The kit includes cleaning solvent, gloves, safety glasses, cleaning rag, small nylon scraper, small bucket and a link to an instructional video. To request your kit, email graffiti@portlandoregon.gov.
For graffiti on the face of traffic signs, report online or call 311.
Graffiti Removal Assistance
Generally, the following entities qualify for assistance:
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Anyone impacted by hate graffiti and most gang graffiti.
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Small businesses with 1-10 employees (cannot be a corporate franchise).
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Any single-family home, condo or apartment building with 1-10 units.
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Nonprofit organizations (excludes those with more than 100 employees).
How to request graffiti removal assistance if you meet the requirements listed above:
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Complete the graffiti removal service agreement.
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Complete a graffiti report with graffiti location and photo.
Additional Resources
Questions? Email us at HBPA.Info@gmail.com
Graffiti Removal Kit
We have our own graffiti clean-up kit courtesy of the City ready to loan out to anyone who needs it. Email Meredith Bureau at OnPoint Community Credit Union to borrow it.
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The kit contains enough materials to clean a small area. There are instructions included for how to use the solvent.
The kit contains:
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“Cleansweep” (the solvent)
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A bucket
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Plastic Scraper
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Gloves
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Safety Goggles
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Microfiber Cloth
The kit is to be used on the following surfaces:
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Back of street signs
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Trash Cans
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Bike Racks
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Fire Hydrants
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Metal Utility Boxes
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Metal Post Office Boxes
It is NOT for use on the following surfaces:
Front of street signs
Public Art and Murals
Advertisements on Benches
Sidewalks or Streets
Private Property or Private Mailboxes (unless you get permission)