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Portland and the federal government

Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

City Government and Leadership

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Portlanders rely on city government every day to operate parks, fix potholes, fight fires, provide clean drinking water – and much more. Learn how the City of Portland delivers services, passes laws and solves problems. Meet city leaders and get in touch.
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City Leadership

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How does our form of government work?

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Portland Values and the Federal Government

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Portland's Homeless Response

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Press Office

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How to reach PDX 311

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Organizational Structure

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Recovery and Resilience in Portland

News

Emergency Overnight Shelters Extend Morning Hours Due to Forecasted Cold Weather

Due to forecasted cold weather, many of the City of Portland's emergency overnight shelters will extend morning operations by several hours until 8AM PDT starting Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25.

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Sleeping units at the NW Northrup location.

Leaders urge calm and demand halt to ICE operations after federal agents shoot two in SE Portland

Local leaders urged residents to reject violence and demanded a halt to ICE operations after an incident where federal agents shot and wounded two people.

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Portland Mayor Issues Statement Following Hazelwood Neighborhood Shooting

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Portland Mayor: “Portland Stands with Minnesota” After Deadly ICE Shooting

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Events

Great Portland events you should not miss

Get ready to have a blast. We’ve got a wealth of incredible events coming to Portland in the next few months. Check out these marquee events hosted by amazing partners. And come back often for updates.

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Past Meetings and Hearings

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