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Governor Kotek, Mayor Wilson Team Up to Increase Housing in Portland
Workgroup will identify barriers and problem solve to increase multifamily housing construction in the city
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Councilor Avalos March 2025 Newsletter
Councilor Avalos March 2025 newsletter where you can learn more about her upcoming town hall, policy priority survey, announcement of her housing plan, what's been happening at committees and more!
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Portland City Councilors urge Providence to bargain in good faith
Thousands of nurses remain on strike at the 8 Providence hospitals. As the elected leaders of the City of Portland, we stand with these healthcare workers when they say they need more support to do their critical jobs.
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City Council Work Session
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City Council Meeting
Council holds regular meetings at 9:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday and 6:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. If there is sufficient business, additional meetings are held the following Wednesday or Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
City Council Meeting
Council holds regular meetings at 9:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday and 6:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. If there is sufficient business, additional meetings are held the following Wednesday or Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
Connect with Candace: A District 1 Town Hall
Join Councilor Avalos at an upcoming community townhall to learn more about Councilor Avalos policy priorities!
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