News
Owners of disabled vehicles can face widely disparate charges when Portland Police call for a private request tow
Police can make a vehicle breakdown or accident less stressful for vehicle owners when they order a private request tow under the Police Directive on towing. However, this option can also leave motorists unfairly exposed to widely disparate rates. The City’s tow contract does not cover these tows.
Report
Portland City Auditor hires new General Counsel
The City Auditor announced today that P.K. Runkles-Pearson is the Office’s new independent legal counsel.
Press release
City Auditor announces audit schedule for fiscal year 2025-26
City Auditor Simone Rede released the list of audits her Office plans to begin or complete in the coming fiscal year. Special thanks to the community members, City employees and City officials who shared audit topic ideas.
Press release
Fire safety concerns at the Cherry Blossom Townhomes
An Ombudsman investigation found that the Fire Bureau’s poor communication left residents of an East Portland affordable housing community concerned about their safety. We also found that parking practices at the property could impede Fire vehicle access.
Report
Events
Opening Reception for Love, Life, Resistance & Solidarity: Celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ History in Portland
Celebrate Oregon’s LGBTQIA2S+ History with Oregon Queer History Collective and the Portland City Archives at the Multnomah County Library. Join us for the opening reception of a new exhibit on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 3:30-5:00 pm.
Past Meetings and Hearings
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