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2024 High Level Seismic Assessment
The assessment includes 80 total sites and only buildings that have not been the target of an in progress retrofit or a recently completed retrofit. This report provides a high-level information.
Draft Resolution from PPS Board
Resolution from drafted by 3 members of the PPS Board, focusing on ensuring Seismic retrofitting is explicitly part of the 2025 PPS Bond.
Map of the Highest Risk Schools in PPS
This map outlines the structures with the highest risk across PPS, including title 1 schools, URMs, and other structures needing upgrades.
News Coverage
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Articles about Seismic Needs in PPS:
May 11, 2024
Editorial: With greater clarity from PPS, a strong ‘yes’ for the school bond
Late to the party? Here’s what you need to know about Portland Public Schools’ 2025 bond
May 9/10, 2024
Editorial: With greater clarity from PPS, a strong ‘yes’ for the school bond
Portland Public Schools superintendent answers five questions regarding May 20 bond measure
Here Are the 19 PPS Elementary and Middle Schools in Unreinforced Masonry Buildings
May 7th, 2024
Oregonian: Seismic upgrades win priority commitment from Portland school board ahead of bond vote
KOIN: PPS Board moves forward with seismic upgrades to schools