Portland City Council City Life Committee 06/23/26

The Portland City Council City Life Committee met on June 23, 2026, to discuss several agenda items including the extension of a lease for the City Kids Child Care and Development Center and a capital campaign for the Hollywood Film District. The committee approved the extension of the City Kids lease at Crown Plaza for five years, amending contract CLM 10014, with a 3% annual rent increase. The lease supports a child care program serving primarily city employees and the broader downtown community, with discussions highlighting the program's benefits, enrollment priorities, and affordability challenges. Additionally, a detailed presentation was given on the Hollywood Film District capital campaign, focusing on the renovation and expansion of the historic Hollywood Theatre and the relocation and upgrade of Movie Madness, a film archive and rental business. The campaign has secured $3 million in commitments and aims to raise $6 million for theater renovations, emphasizing the district's cultural and economic impact on Portland. Council members expressed strong support and interest in formalizing the film district and enhancing its role in the city's creative economy.