Portland City Council Announces New Committee Schedule

March 11, 2026 2:49 pm News article

Portland City Council to Hold Priorities Setting Session

Updated March 2, 2026 2:06 pm News article

Portland City Council Holds Series of Budget Work Sessions

March 2, 2026 9:42 am News article

Councilor Smith Denounces Violence in City Hall

February 19, 2026 11:07 pm Press release

Councilor Loretta Smith Mourns Rev. Jesse Jackson, Celebrating His Legacy of Justice and Equality

February 18, 2026 5:55 pm Press release

Councilor Loretta Smith Statement on the Passing of Senator Avel Gordly

Councilor Loretta Smith honors the life of Senator Avel Gordly, Oregon’s first Black woman state senator, recognizing her lasting impact on restorative justice, mental health, and economic empowerment, and reflecting on the legacy of leadership and community she leaves behind.

February 17, 2026 5:00 pm Press release

Councilors Smith and Clark Introduce Resolution Requiring Comprehensive Public Safety Staffing Report

February 12, 2026 2:35 pm Press release

Governor, Senate President, House Majority Leader, Multnomah County Chair, Mayor, City Councilor Testify in Support of ‘Oregon’s Arena’

Senate Bill 1501 outlines tools to upgrade Moda Center into a world-class sports, entertainment, and community events venue

February 11, 2026 9:00 am News article

Council condemns tear gas at protests, calls for ongoing community action

February 2, 2026 12:56 pm News article

Councilor Loretta Smith Condemns Killing of ICU Nurse Alex Pretti by Federal Border Patrol Agents

January 25, 2026 8:51 am Press release

Statement from Councilor Loretta Smith Regarding the January 19th, 2026 Incident in Sullivan's Gulch

January 20, 2026 4:08 pm Press release

East Portland Councilors Avalos, Dunphy, Smith Respond to the ICE Shooting of Two People in Hazelwood

January 8, 2026 4:08 pm Press release

We Need to Slow the Inflow

This is a conversation about where the gaps are in our homeless service and housing continuum, and where our dollars can make the most difference RIGHT NOW.

December 16, 2025 1:06 pm Blog post

East Portland Councilors Avalos, Dunphy, Smith Lead Resolution to Fund Renter Stabilization Programs, Keep Portlanders Housed

Councilors Candace Avalos (District 1), Jamie Dunphy (District 1), and Councilor Loretta Smith (District 1) announced the introduction of their resolution to slow the inflow into homelessness. The resolution establishes City Council’s priorities for the allocation of approximately $21 million

December 3, 2025 10:36 am Press release

Councilor Smith Proposes Key Amendment to Fall Technical Adjustment Ordinance Ahead of City Council Vote

Councilor Loretta Smith is proposing an amendment to the Fall Budget Ordinance that restores funding for public safety, parks, and employee cost-of-living adjustments, aiming to strengthen community programs and uphold fiscal responsibility. The City Council vote is scheduled for November 12, 2025,

November 11, 2025 12:50 pm Press release

Portland City Council Remains United Against Federal Overreach

October 20, 2025 3:03 pm News article

Councilor Loretta Smith Responds to Federal Troop Deployment in Portland

Councilor Loretta Smith strongly condemns the deployment of federal troops in Portland as an unwelcome federal overreach that threatens community safety, local authority, and Oregon’s autonomy.

September 28, 2025 11:09 am Press release

Councilor Smith Calls for Fairness and Action in Addressing Homelessness

Councilor Loretta Smith of District 1 pushes back on Mayor Wilson's request for donations toward the City of Portland's homelessness solutions and suggestion that failure to do so would result in President Trump deploying the National Guard in Portland.

September 5, 2025 4:38 pm Press release

Councilor Loretta Smith Champions Increased Public Access with New Weekly Council Meeting Schedule

Portland City Council unanimously passed legislation to expand its meeting schedule, including an amendment from Councilor Loretta Smith to add a monthly evening session and increase overall accessibility

September 3, 2025 6:29 pm Press release

Portland City Council Passes Avalos, Dunphy, Kanal Proposal to Move to Weekly Meetings

September 3, 2025 3:33 pm Press release