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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.

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Joint Council Statement on York Sculpture

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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.

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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.

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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.

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