There is plenty of work ahead to build a Portland that serves everyone – not just the wealthy few.
Hereare some of the things I’m proud of from my first 100 days in office as your City Councilor:
I was appointed as Co-Chair to the Climate, Resilience, and Land Use Committee. This committee appointment was meaningful to me because climate justice is at the heart of why I ran to represent you in the first place. We know that the climate crisis disproportionately impacts low-income Portlanders and communities of color. That’s why we must keep fighting for a sustainable climate future where Portland lives up to its green reputation and goals.
I was appointed as Vice Chair to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. As a transit user myself, I’m committed to increasing pedestrian and bicycle safety, working with Trimet to improve transit options, and making our high-volume corridors safer. I was also appointed by Mayor Wilson to serve on the Metro Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation as his alternate for the committee.
I sponsored and successfully passed a resolution to investigate the franchise agreement with Zenith Oil. This investigation will deliver transparency and accountability to the people of Portland – a major tenant of my campaign and my commitment to my district.
I introduced an ordinance to ban algorithmic price fixing in rent costs. This ordinance would protect renters from anticompetitive practices that drive up the cost of rent and restrict access to affordable housing. By banning the use and sale of these tools, the ordinance promotes transparency and ensures fair competition in the rental market. I’m happy to report that the ordinance has passed out of committee and will soon be voted on by the full council
I attended budget listening sessions to hear from our community about what’s important to them. I heard you loud and clear: Saving our Parks is a top priority. I am so grateful to everyone who came out to share input on what our neighborhoods need to stay safe, healthy and vibrant. This kind of feedback is invaluable to me – thank you!
I began working with Councilors Novick and Dunphy to explore options for additional revenue to protect vital services. This work is the first step to address our funding crisis, and we will do it in lock step with advocates who shaped the Portland Clean Energy Fund from the beginning. I am hopeful that we can work as a Council to find revenue solutions that serve all Portlanders and protect our climate future. Stay tuned to our newsletter to learn more and get updates on this work.
I attended tons of community events! Here’s just a few of the places I showed up in my first 100 days:
Supporting Oregon Nurses on the picket line, who were striking for a fair contract.
Speaking at the Hands Off rally in April as a part of a national movement against federal cuts and power grabs, happening concurrently in cities across the country.
Visiting the Union Gospel Mission Night Shelter to see firsthand the great work being done there.
Speaking at the Federal Workers rally in February, hosted by Indivisible Oregon and Federal Unionists Network.
Hearing tenants share their stories about their struggles as renters and the protections they need, at the PDX Renter Power town hall.
Speaking at the Tax the Rich, Fund the People rally at City Hall. We heard from federal employees, tenant advocates, local artists, and people from all backgrounds who came together in the rain because they know our liberation is tied together.
As a brand new City Council under a brand new form of government, we have a unique opportunity to shape the future of Portland, and we can’t do it without you. Now is the time to be visionary – to live up to our potential as a city where there is room for everyone at the table.
There will be growing pains in the next 100 days and beyond, but when I think of where Portland is headed in the next few years, I feel hopeful because of the way our community continues to show up for their values. Thank you for everything you do to make our city great.
Sincerely,
Councilor Angelita Morillo