Portland Waterfront Pavilion Purpose To move Portland forward by moving forward togetheron a foundation of collective commitment to equity inclusion and diversity. Somehow in the process of progress and development we can loose site of the essence of a villagea settlement of people living together around a central gathering place a place that reflects the health and well being of the entire community. In that spirit and in acknowledgement of the indigenous land on which our vision rests we set forth to establish a collaborative model for capital improvement invested in the value of social capital and the equitable future for all people of Portland. Vision To create a preeminent Portland landmarkan iconic and transformative destination of aesthetic and cultural significance a vital and sustainable gathering place that reconnects our city community and guests with our river and to each other and delivers an experience that is entertaining enriching and diverse.