A long-abandoned site at the intersection of North Russell Street and North Williams Avenue in Portland is set to be transformed into housing, reviving a once-thriving Black neighborhood. This area was devastated in the early 1970s due to an urban renewal initiative intended for a hospital expansion that ultimately did not happen. The demolition of over 300 homes and businesses significantly impacted the community, and the upcoming redevelopment marks a significant effort to restore its heritage and provide much-needed housing.
The redevelopment of a long-vacant block at North Russell Street and North Williams Avenue signifies a vital step in resurrecting the historic Black community that once flourished in this area.
Urban renewal in the 1970s led to the demolition of over 300 homes and businesses in this predominantly Black neighborhood, aimed at facilitating a hospital expansion that never materialized.
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