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Press Release: Joint Council Statement Regarding Proposed Code Language to Establish a Community-led Police Accountability System

November 16, 2023 3:16 pm News article

Portland city offices remain closed Friday; winter weather resources available

Following a winter weather event that began Feb. 23, 2023, City of Portland offices will remain closed for in-person services Friday, Feb. 24.

February 23, 2023 7:30 pm News article

Joint City Council Statement on Portland Thorns

Mayor Ted Wheeler and City Commissioners Jo Ann Hardesty, Mingus Mapps, Carmen Rubio and Dan Ryan issue a joint statement on the Portland Thorns.

October 5, 2022 1:50 pm News article

Portland City Council reacts to U.S. Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v Wade, End of Federal Right to an Abortion

Portland City Council reacts to U.S. Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v Wade, End of Federal Right to an Abortion

June 24, 2022 2:25 pm News article

Commissioner Mapps' Statement on Today's Supreme Court Decision

June 24, 2022 10:13 am News article

Joint Council Statement for Fentanyl Awareness Day

May 10, 2022 2:43 pm News article

Portland City Council members react to news that U.S. Supreme Court is expected to overturn Roe v. Wade, removing abortion rights

Mayor Ted Wheeler and City Commissioners Jo Ann Hardesty, Mingus Mapps, Carmen Rubio and Dan Ryan issue statements about a draft U.S. Supreme Court decision removing abortion rights.

May 4, 2022 12:00 pm News article

Portland City Council transitions to hybrid meetings

Starting May 4, the Portland City Council will host hybrid meetings with the option for community members to attend online or in person. The Council has been meeting virtually for more than two years, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 29, 2022 9:00 am News article

Commissioners Ryan and Mapps and the Permit Improvement Task Force Announce the Permit Timeline Dashboard

The Permit Timeline Dashboard delivers on Commissioners Ryan’s and Mapps’ promise to increase transparency in citywide permitting, use data to guide permit improvement, set measurable goals, and stay accountable to Portlanders.

April 20, 2022 2:30 pm News article

Joint Council Statement on Ukraine

February 24, 2022 3:29 pm News article

City Council to discuss ongoing permitting improvement efforts at Jan. 25 work session

The City Council will receive updates from development review bureaus on efforts to improve permitting services and discuss proposed updates to city policies.

January 11, 2022 12:45 pm News article

City and County Leaders Ask Biden Administration To Admit Afghans, Send Them Here

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.

August 20, 2021 3:58 pm News article

Joint Council Statement on York Sculpture

July 30, 2021 2:30 pm News article

Joint Council Statement on Laurelhurst Park Intervention

July 25, 2021 10:24 pm News article

Portland City Council creates economic recovery surcharge on overnight stays to help bring back visitors, jobs and spending

Tourism leaders requested the additional 1 percent fee as part of Portland’s Tourism Improvement District. Their industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recession.

March 11, 2021 9:49 am News article

Portland City Council agrees to focus on safety, housing and economy as city faces historic challenges

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

February 1, 2021 3:00 pm News article

IN THE NEWS: Portland commissioners Carmen Rubio, Mingus Mapps

Portland's two newest city commissioners, Mingus Mapps and Carmen Rubio, were sworn into office on Jan. 1 with big plans to move the city ahead in 2021.

January 15, 2021 2:04 pm News article