Portland
Texas
City of Portland
About Us
Portland has a colorful history dating back to 1890. The original town site consisted of 640 acres purchased by John G. Willacy.
John G. WillacyPortland was called the "Gem City of the Gulf" and was described as being the most attractive and pleasant spot in Texas. Situated on a beautiful 30 to 40 foot high bluff, it overlooked 150 square miles of dancing waves and fronted the deepest water in Corpus Christi Bay.
As a summer and winter resort, Portland was described as being particularly fortunate with her mild climate and prevailing bay breezes.
Train StationPortland offered a great attraction to sportsmen. Ducks and other game were abundant, while the bays abounded with reddish, tarpon and other varieties of fish. More fish and oysters were taken from these waters than from any point on the Gulf Coast. Here also was the home of the swan, crane, heron, and other water fowl.
The New England Land & New England R. E. Company purchased 1,280 acres of land east and northeast of the original 640 acres. Most of the stock holders of these companies resided in Portland, Maine, thus the town was named in honor of their hometown.
Recent News
City of Portland - Government Jobs Utility Billing Clerk
The City of Portland is seeking a highly motivated and responsible individual to fill the position of Utility Billing Clerk. Essential Duties and Responsibilities, under the supervision of the Utility Billing Supervisor, include provided courteous…
Read More »City of Portland : New Government Jobs Payroll - HR Specialist
Category: Finance Department Status: Open Exempt Salary: $44,724.25 - $ 64,850.16 Posted: January 26, 2023 12:00 PM Closing: Open Until Filled Responsible for the accurate processing of the payroll function, including payroll…
Read More »Comprehensive Plan Open House And Public Comment Information
Comprehensive Plan Open House The City of Portland hosted an Open House on Thursday, January 19, to review the updated Comprehensive plan for the City. The updated Comprehensive Plan was created using feedback from the Plan Portland 2040 Community…
Read More »City of Portland: Plan Portland 2040 Comprehensive Plan Availablefor Review now. Open House And Public Comment Information This Thursday
Comprehensive Plan Open House The City of Portland will host an Open House this Thursday, January 19, to review the updated Comprehensive plan for the City. The updated Comprehensive Plan was created using feedback from the Plan Portland 2040…
Read More »City of Portland News Revised January 2023 Bulk Waste Service Plan
The City of Portland has postponed the implementation of the new solid waste service model due to the recent freeze. For the January 2023 bulk household waste pick-up, Republic Services will pick-up brush and yard waste, as well. Revised January…
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