A Pouf is a Pouf is a Pouf... Not really... A pouf is a wonderful way to bring in unexpected color, texture and form into a room that may otherwise be bland. A pouf is also an easy way to incorporate more seating into a space that requires flexibility within its usage without committing to larger furniture pieces.
Ben's comment is correct. Portland has the same minimum wage as the rest of the state, $9.25 an hour. The city has started to use a starting wage of $15 an hour for city employees, but that has nothing to do with the minimum wage. Related QuestionsMore Answers Below.
Tacoma, Washington to Increase Minimum Wage in 2017. Washington is one of the states spearheading increases toward a higher, more competitive minimum wage for the workers in their state. In November 2015, Tacoma voters approved a $12 minimum wage that would be phased in over a two-year period. The first phase took place on February 1, 2016 when the minimum wage increased to $10.35 per hour. Phase 2 will take place on January 1, 2017 when the minimum wage increases to $11.15 per hour.