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Judge halts Trump threat to withhold dollars from sanctuary cities
A court ruling stops “arbitrary and capricious” directives that jeopardize millions in critical federal grants to Portland and other cities.
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Earth Week Event: Fish War film
A viewing of the film, "Fish War," and panel discussion hosted by Indigenous PDX
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Learn more about best practices for inclusive design and emergency planning
Sign up for a free webinar on Thursday, March 6, sponsored by the ADA National Network and the U.S. Access Board.
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Black History Month Message from City African American Network (CAAN)
A message to City staff about Black History Month from CAAN.
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Tactile Maps Available for The Portland Building (City Hall coming soon)
Tactile maps are now available at The Portland Building for blind and low vision visitors.
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Message of support to Asian community and staff
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Message to City Employees regarding weekend incidents of deadly violence
An update from Jeff Selby, Interim Director
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Farewell Letter from Dr. Markisha Webster
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Joint City Statement on Hate Crimes
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.
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Statement on Last Weekend's Altercations
Every Portlander and everyone visiting our city deserves to be welcomed and to feel that they belong. If you have been the victim of a hate crime or bias, or felt unsafe because of who you are or what you believe, we invite you to report your experience.
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Message from Dr. Markisha Webster Smith about Anti-Asian Violence
A letter to City employees
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Language Access Guidance for the COVID-19 Response
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The Common Thread
Dr. Markisha Smith reflects on the current climate of political and social affairs
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