Regional Economic Development

During his time as Mayor of Portland, Jim Cohen facilitated a multi-party stakeholder group of municipalities, colleges, and businesses to form a regional economic development corporation. Jim continues to support regional economic development as vice-chair of the Portland Regional Chamber.

The following entries provide more information about Jim Cohen's regional economic development efforts:

Regional Economic Development Stakeholder Facilitation:

Regional Economic Development Initiatives:

Jim Cohen appeared in a TV ad on behalf of the Civic Center Bond Campaign. The bond initiative was eventually passed by voters with 58% of the vote.