Committee gives Albina Vision Trust time-limited opportunity to negotiate development near Moda Center

Jul 10, 2026

The committee directed staff to begin negotiating with Albina Vision Trust to explore development of city-owned parcels adjacent to the Moda Center, adding a 12-month negotiation window and language requiring staff to return to council if terms cannot be reached; the measure will be forwarded to full council.

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The City Life Committee voted Aug. 11 to refer a resolution to the full council directing the city administrator to begin a process to identify and negotiate with a development partner for city-owned parcels near the Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The committee's action specifically acknowledged Albina Vision Trust (AVT) as a leading candidate and added a 12-month negotiation timeline and safeguards before any final disposition of city land.

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