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by Alex Zielinski • Feb 23, 2021 at 10:18 am A banner hung over Hazelnut Groves fence, which the city plans on removing next month. Alex Zielinski A communication breakdown between Portland city commissioners last week has drawn new attention to the uncertain future of Hazelnut Grove, the tiny house village thats currently home to 17 formerly houseless individuals. The confusion added a wrinkle to the delicate, years-long process to relocate the village...

Portland mayor to halt funding for Hazelnut Grove homeless February 17 2021 Employees under Ted Wheeler suggest Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty can pick up the tab for the tiny home village. UPDATE: ayor Ted Wheeler will continue funding Hazelnut Grove for six months, per Commissioner Dan Ryan. But Wheelers staff contradicted Ryan, saying there is no "firm timeline" for such an extension. Confused? So are we. Either way, find the latest news here and r ead our exclusive report that br...

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler’s urgent mandate to move homeless campers into ‘humane’ shelters isn’t working Updated Jan 23, 2021; Facebook Share Most declined shelter at Mt. Scott Community Center, opting instead to remain in the streets. Scott M., 50, was one of about two dozen to give the shelter a try. He ditched the refurbished bicycle parts and assorted camping gear he sometimes sold to earn a few extra dollars, as well as his large tent. “I gave up everything to go there,” sai...

City closing North Portland homeless village Hazelnut Grove January 19 2021 Commissioner Dan Ryan says most residents will relocate to the St. Johns Homeless Village, but activists have vowed to save the camp. The end appears to be near for a North Portland tiny home village serving those who seek refuge from life on the streets. The citys Homelessness and Urban Camping Impact Reduction Program quietly announced plans to "decommission" Hazelnut Grove Village on Jan. 18 — saying t...

Homeless solution debate heats up Regional push for housing prompts more options, but some are questioning proposed new city policy. The Portland City Council is expected to vote in February to clear the way for more homeless shelters, sanctioned outdoor campsites and alternative group living arrangements to be established in almost every part of Portland. The appointed citizen Planning and Sustainability Commission already has held a briefing, two public hearings and a work session o...