Is this just a small fee for a cleaner neighborhood?

No. The proposed ESD would collect approximately $644,000 per year from affected properties and remain in place for 10 years. For some property owners, the annual cost could be thousands of dollars.

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They say it's "not a tax." Is that true?

Supporters call it a fee or assessment. Opponents believe it functions much like a tax because it is mandatory, collected by the City, and charged to property owners within the district.

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Do I get to vote on it?

No. The proposed district can be approved by a vote of the Portland City Council without a direct vote of the affected property owners.

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How much will I pay?

The amount varies by property. Fees are calculated using factors such as property size and classification. Visit our "Am I Impacted?" page to view estimated assessments for individual properties.

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Will this pay for police officers?

No. The proposal does not fund new police positions or additional law-enforcement services.

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Who is affected?

Approximately 272 properties located within the proposed district boundary would be subject to the assessment. Owner-occupied residential properties are generally exempt.

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Can I opt out if I don't want to participate?

No. If your property is included within the district boundary and the ESD is approved, the fee would be mandatory.

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Who controls the money?

The funds would be managed through a nonprofit organization and its governing board, which would oversee spending and district operations.

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How long would the district last?

The proposed ESD would remain in place for 10 years if approved.

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What does Protect Parkrose want instead?

We support cleaner and safer neighborhoods. We believe the City should provide essential services using existing tax revenues and that any new district should require approval from those who will pay for it.

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How can I oppose the proposal?

You can participate in the City's survey, contact City officials, attend public hearings, speak with your neighbors, and join our mailing list for updates. Visit our Take Action page for more information.

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When will City Council vote?

The Portland City Council's City Life Committee heard the proposal on July 14, 2026, and after the majority of testimony was opposed, they decided to remove the item from the agenda. Historic Parkrose (the non-profit organization seeking the ESD) has publicly stated it will pause its effort for now.