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Our core values as a City include anti-racism and equity. Every Portlander and everyone visiting our city deserves to be welcomed and to feel that they belong. They should encounter a Portland free of bias and hate, where they do not fear for their safety and security.

We are a great country, and a safer country, when we lead with integrity and love. Such leadership demands that we ensure the safety of (at least) those who ensured the safety of our citizens, and of those who will be persecuted because of who they are.

These new protocols reprioritize public health and safety among houseless Portlanders and aim to improve sanitary conditions until we have additional shelter beds and housing available.

Only through broad, multi-jurisdictional partnerships can we face the threat of climate change

Full statement from Commissioner Hardesty on March 10th, 2021 on the Portland City Council Settlement Agreement in the case of Quanice Hayes.

Portland City Council is now accepting applications for Rethink Police Accountability, the group that will shape the police oversight committee approved by 82% of Portland voters.

Shared priorities will shape the Portland City Council’s budget and policy decisions during 2021.

Commissioner Hardesty is hiring a Community Justice Organizer to join her close-knit team at Portland City Hall. Applications are due by Friday, January 22nd by 5pm.