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Council OKs Friends of Congress Square festival permits; staff says events can be relocated if park renovation interferes
Summary
Council approved festival declarations and a blanket festival permit for Friends of Congress Square Park, and parks staff said they will work with organizers and issue permits case‑by‑case if construction forces relocation to Monument Square. Business impacts and parking were raised in questions.
The Portland City Council approved festival declarations and related permits for events in and around Congress Square Park for the 2026–2027 season, with staff stressing the city will work with the Friends of Congress Square and issue additional permits if locations change because of park renovation.
Clerk read Orders 151–153 (title only) declaring festival days and related approvals.…
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