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'''Portland''' is the city this wiki is about. Known by [[:Category:Nicknames for Portland, Oregon|many names]], the Rose City is home to 557,706. This | '''Portland''' is the city this wiki is about. Known by [[:Category:Nicknames for Portland, Oregon|many names]], the Rose City is home to 557,706. This whole wiki is about Portland, so if you want to find out more, check out the [[PortlandWiki|main page]] and start browsing! | ||
== History == | == History == |
Revision as of 15:45, 1 September 2010
Portland is the city this wiki is about. Known by many names, the Rose City is home to 557,706. This whole wiki is about Portland, so if you want to find out more, check out the main page and start browsing!
History
Main article: Portland history
Founded in 1843 by William Overton and Francis Pettygrove, Portland received its city charter on February 8, 1851.
Governance
The city is governed by the Portland City Council.
External links
- Check out the 30 year Portland Plan.
- Portland's Wikipedia page.
- Wander around City Hall.
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