#oregon

Portland State University projects a $35 million budget deficit by 2028. President Ann Cudd announced plans for institutional downsizing, called retrenchment. Nineteen academic departments could see reductions or elimination. Rising costs, limited state funding, and a 23% enrollment drop contribute to the deficit. These changes could lead to staff layoffs, with a final decision expected in June.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.kptv.com/2026/03/10/psu-eyes-cuts-19-departments-amid-35m-deficit-falling-enrollment/?outputType=amp

Oregon's average private-sector workweek recently dropped below 33 hours. This marks the shortest workweek in the state since 2010. Economists view this as a sign of slack in the labor market. Recent layoffs and policy changes contributed to the reduction in hours. State forecasters will monitor these trends for future economic updates.

https://hoodline.com/2026/03/oregon-workweek-hits-lowest-level-since-2010-as-hours-shrink/

Harry & David's Medford location has reportedly laid off about 100 employees. One affected worker confirmed their termination to NewsWatch 12. The company cited restructuring and a need for cuts due to financial difficulties. Employees received no prior warning about these unexpected layoffs. NewsWatch 12 is seeking further details from Harry & David and 1-800-Flowers.

Medford, Oregon

https://www.kdrv.com/news/top-stories/one-confirmed-harry-david-employee-was-laid-off-with-about-100-layoffs-reported/article_feed4db5-42d7-4349-94d3-8f19026c9179.html

The Oregon Department of Transportation avoided layoffs and major service cuts. Legislation passed to address a $297 million budget shortfall. This action redirected $218 million from existing state transportation funds. Some grant programs, including Safe Routes to School, will experience reduced funding. Lawmakers plan to revisit the state's long-term transportation funding model in 2027.

https://www.mycentraloregon.com/2026/03/09/legislative-action-avoids-odot-layoffs/

Multnomah County recently issued layoff notices. About 190 employees received these warnings. The budget's final vote occurs June 4. Affected staff face months of uncertainty. The county anticipates a $10.5 million budget gap

https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/03/the-layoff-notices-came-now-nearly-200-multnomah-county-employees-live-in-limbo.html

Portland Public Schools faces a $10 million budget gap this school year. This deficit remains after the district already cut over $12 million. Administrators presented unions with two options: staff furloughs or layoffs. Furloughs could mean two unpaid days for all staff. Layoffs could impact at least 170 full-time positions by April.

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/27/portland-public-schools-furlough-layoffs/

Oregon's small business bankruptcies reached a 12-year high in 2025. Approximately 250 businesses filed for bankruptcy protection statewide. This surge reflects a national trend driven by higher interest rates and rising costs. Layoffs at large employers like Intel and Nike also affected the local economy. Smaller firms and nonprofits face financial stress, including unpaid invoices.

https://hoodline.com/2026/02/layoffs-pile-up-as-portland-biz-bankruptcies-soar-to-12-year-high/

Oregon Department of Transportation faces a $242 million budget shortfall for 2025-27. Lawmakers cannot raise taxes or fees to cover this gap. ODOT leaders presented options including laying off up to 400 workers. Another option involves redirecting funds from existing transportation programs and projects. Union leaders are urging legislators to find solutions to save jobs and maintain road safety.

https://philomathnews.com/layoffs-or-redirecting-funding-oregon-lawmakers-grapple-with-odot-budget-gap-again/

Leach Botanical Garden announced layoffs and reduced operating hours. Eleven staff members, half its workforce, will be laid off on February 22. Starting February 26, the garden will open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. The garden needs to raise $50,000 monthly through June to remain open. This funding gap follows the end of time-limited city operational support.

https://www.wweek.com/outdoors/2026/02/11/leach-botanical-garden-faces-layoffs-reduced-hours/

This headline does not report any layoffs occurring. Instead, transportation workers from Oregon gathered at the Capitol building in Salem, Oregon. The workers met ahead of a scheduled budget hearing for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). This preemptive meeting suggests concerns over potential future staffing adjustments or budget cuts. However, the provided headline does not confirm any specific layoff actions.

https://kval.com/news/local/oregon-transportation-workers-mmet-at-capitol-ahead-of-odot-budget-hearing-politics-odot-dmv-seiu-gap-shortfall-milions-positions-services-taxes-politics-local-community

Kent Hollenbeck was impacted by Amazon's latest layoffs. He served as marketing and brand lead for fulfillment technologies and robotics. Amazon plans to eliminate about 16,000 corporate jobs. This follows 14,000 job cuts in October, totaling 30,000. The company aims to strengthen its organization and reduce bureaucracy.

https://www.prweek.com/article/1947073/kent-hollenbeck-leave-amazon-latest-round-layoffs

The Salem-Keizer school district plans further job reductions. It is Oregon's second-biggest school district. The district could eliminate 129 positions. These cuts are projected for the next year. The goal is to improve the district's financial health.

https://www.kgw.com/video/news/education/oregons-second-biggest-school-district-could-slash-129-jobs-next-year/283-1ea169ab-7eef-4159-a40a-512f7ff176c1

About 10 were displaced today from the Barn (they were all WFH but based in Oregon). Estate care center. I wonder how many folks from the Barn remain that are still working from home.

Powell's Books Ends Layoffs After 20% Workforce Reduction

Powell’s Books announced the completion of its final round of layoffs. This concludes a year-long process aimed at cutting operating costs. The company reduced its workforce by about 20 percent. These layoffs impacted employees at all levels, including the leadership team. Powell's will now focus on performance, service, and consistency.

https://www.kptv.com/2026/01/27/powells-books-completes-final-round-layoffs/

Anyone out there have insider information about what’s going on with the planned layoff of 80~ fraud specialists and leaders in Portland, OR? They told us we would be “laid off in the next two years” in Jan of 2024, then just never did it? Total radio silence until finally in October they said it was “being pushed back”. Will they ever let us go? If you’re an executive leader reading this, and you thought we were going to quit before our severance packages were doled out, you’re an id--t.

20% reduction in staff at Seattle and Oregon Starbucks stores taking effect later this month.

Vacuum Technique said it will close its facility in Clackamas because of “changing business needs.” Seventy-eight jobs will be eliminated, according to a new filing with the state’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission.

The news comes after Purelight Power, a Medford-based solar company, told state officials last week that it will be shutting down operations and eliminating 109 jobs, including 84 in Medford.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/2-major-oregon-employers-announce-mass-layoffs/ar-AA1TnldW

Is it better to stay working at Nike during these challenging times or would it be better to consider a Career change?
What other careers could Nike associates with our experience enter?

As for me, I'm on the fence because I can't stand living in Oregon. I'd like to move but have no idea yet what other careers to research.

Oregon’s unemployment rate has climbed a full percentage point in the past year to 5.2%, its highest level since the pandemic. Oregon has the third-highest jobless rate of any state, behind only California (5.6%) and Nevada (5.3%.)

https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2025/12/oregons-year-of-layoffs-2025s-historic-job-cuts-are-shaking-the-states-economy.html

Charter Communications, operating as Spectrum, is laying off 176 employees at its Portland, Maine call center as part of a strategic push for cost efficiencies and to embrace automation within the telecommunications industry.
Key points from the article:

• Number of Jobs Cut: 176 at the Portland, Maine call center.
• Reason: Strategic cost-cutting and a trend toward operational efficiency and automation across the telecom sector.
• Customer Impact: The company assures that the layoffs will not negatively impact customer service for Spectrum users in Maine, citing plans like rerouting calls and using automated solutions.
• Worker Support: Affected employees are reportedly offered relocation options and severance packages, with the Maine Department of Labor providing assistance like job placement services.
• Broader Context: This action reflects a wider industry trend of workforce reductions seen at other major telecom companies like Verizon and AT&T.
  Would you like more details on a specific section, such as the support offered to the affected workers or the industry-wide context?

This is very odd in oregon. What is happening?

Link to the article: https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2025/12/nordstrom-rack-closing-next-month-in-downtown-portland.html
Link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oc89pI4EKNc

TriMet's eliminating about 68 positions, including at least 26 layoffs, to close a 300 million dollar shortfall. Job cuts come alongside transit service reductions.

You hear it first here. Ready for your last Christmas meal, coffees and bananas.

Haven't heard anything in FM yet

I know it was talked about with HC reductions but am a little shook my fault for not exploring the job market coming up to 10 years at intel, does anyone know details about severence packages that recently been laid off in Oregon? Is it the same as before?

Leaving Nike was the best decision I've made in my life. I did not realize I was in depression working in such a company where employees don't do any actual work. I was at Nike for 5 years and left soul s**king Oregon and Nike. Much happier, lost 30 pounds in a year, my health markers are healthier.

My friends who work there have been trying to get a job for 3 years. That's what nike does to you - make you unfit for jobs outside!

Which BU:'s in Oregon had any firings of at all?

Sw 5th: https://ccwd.hecc.oregon.gov/Layoff/uploads/LOT9376/WARN%209376%20Wells%20Fargo%20and%20Company%20-%205th%20Ave.%20Portland.pdf

Salem: https://ccwd.hecc.oregon.gov/Layoff/uploads/LOT9375/WARN%209375%20Wells%20Fargo%20and%20Company%20-%20Hawthorne%20Ave.%20Salem,%20OR.pdf

Hillsboro: https://ccwd.hecc.oregon.gov/Layoff/uploads/LOT9374/WARN%209374%20Wells%20Fargo%20and%20Company%20-%20Walker%20Rd.%20Hillsboro%20OR.pdf

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Salem and Barnhart are no more. I hope speedy layoffs for the rest of you. My system crashed 3 times during Balance Transfers today during my last hour of calls. Just reminding me of all the good times we had together.

The Salem credit card customer service site was closed today. No fanfare. 10 am scheduled meeting. Handshake from executives walking the floor thanking us for our service. And turn in your computer on the way out. 201 heads with one giant swing of the axe. 2 years of sitting on pins and needles, the relief was palpable in the building.

Take payments and collect UI or take lump sum and collect UI? What’s the best route?

Rumor is that security guards are getting laid off at the end of October.

October 28th seems to be the day.

Anyone know how it'll go down?

Has anyone else heard that rumor from Oregon about more layoffs coming in mid-November? I’m trying to figure out if there’s any truth to it. The only thing I’ve actually heard from people I work with is that some teams are merging and a few folks are being moved around. That could easily explain some of the chatter.

So when I saw a Reddit thread claiming that a supervisor told a tech “more layoffs are coming,” I wasn’t sure how much weight to give it. There’s been so much speculation lately that it’s hard to tell what’s legit and what’s just people trying to fill in the blanks. Has anyone heard anything?

Looks like The Barn staff count is down to 372 ppl on Workday. Anyone here recently laid off from hillsboro?

One benefit to my eventual layoff is I will never come back to this layoff chat again. Most comments are negative. WF and any other company has the right to set expectations. If you don't like them, you can find a better fit for yourself. I loved my job ( 90% of the time). I had some amazing managers and met some great friends over the many years I've worked here. Can I complain about some things? Sure. But for the most part, I have no complaints. There will be many things I'll miss once I no longer work here. Best to you all. Hillsboro OR hang in there. This chapter will soon come to an end.

Lists 50 positions that were in the tower downtown and their titles:

https://ccwd.hecc.oregon.gov/Layoff/uploads/LOT9354/WARN%209354%20Wells%20Fargo%20Center%20Portland%20OR.pdf

Just to have an Idea of how many people Intel is laying off as it is not clear the exact number. I would start with one of my friend's org. The Oregon list is not updated yet so no idea how many laid off.

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• Roseburg Forest Products has ceased hardwood plywood production at its Dillard, Oregon, facility.
• The closure results in the layoff of 107 union-represented employees.
• Other operations at the Dillard complex will continue, and the company is investing in other areas.

https://www.registerguard.com/story/news/local/2025/09/26/107-layoffs-roseburg-forest-products-hardwood-plywood-facility/86355908007/