The most populated city in San Patricio County, Portland, boasts more housing, commercial development and modern amenities than local communities. Gregory-Portland ISD schools rank among the best in the area, in both academics and athletics, and Northshore Country Club provides access to an 18-hole golf course and pro shop. Portland is praised for its business-friendly policies, but is best known for its breathtaking sunsets and sunrises on the beach.
Shopping, Dining and & Services
Portland is home to a Wal-Mart, Academy, Chili’s, Starbucks, Burgerim, Applebees and a large selection of other eateries both dine-in and fast food. In addition to big box retailers, the city is speckled with local business offering fine merchandise and services ranging from auto repair; hair, body and nail shops; clothing and apparel boutiques; child care facilities, sports and recreation, legal services, medical centers including doctors’ offices, full emergency and minor emergency centers, and much more.
Quality of Life
Residents and visitors of Portland enjoy a laid back environment, perfect for a fishing excursion, raising a family or both! The area caters perfectly to those who enjoy a suburban lifestyle while maintaining ties to the water and city life. With several public parks, sport complexes and piers, residents enjoy the luxuries of close-knit neighborhoods and quick access to wide open waters for fishing, sailing, windsurfing and other recreational and extreme water sports. Residents proudly support the Gregroy-Portland Wildcat football team, which regularly makes long playoff runs.
Government and Leadership
Mayor – Cathy Skurow
City Manager – Randy wright
City Secretary – Annette Hall
Website: City of Portland Texas
Phone: (361) 777-4500
1900 Billy G. Webb Dr.
Portland, TX 78374
Portland Chamber of Commerce – www.portlandtx.org