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Several government agencies in NW Oregon have
boundaries that take in areas so large that they cover multiple cities
and counties. Some of these agencies' policies have a direct affect on
real estate. Others provide services that are useful to everyone,
regardless of whether they own property.
A list of the larger agencies serving NW
Oregon is provided below:
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Regional service district
with board appointed by Oregon governor.
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Operates
Portland International Airport (PDX).
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Operates
three regional airports at Hillsboro, Troutdale and Mulino.
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Manages
rail and marine shipping facilities around Portland metro area.
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Regional
service district encompassing much of Clackamas, Multnomah and
Washington counties, including more than two dozen cities.
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Operates
variety of regional facilities including Oregon Zoo, Oregon Convention
Center, Portland Expo Center, various parks and wetlands, waste
disposal and recycling centers.
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Directs
region-wide land use planning throughout the above three counties.
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Establishes
regional urban growth boundary to direct residential development of
Portland metropolitan area within these three counties.
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Maintains
maps and data for properties within or near Metro's boundaries.
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Serves Marion, Polk and
Yamhill Counties.
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Provides specialized information and
instructional services to school districts, residents and students
within the district's boundaries.
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