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Police and safety
Police and safety
Keeping our communities safe and informed
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News and Notices
Councilor Smith Proposes Key Amendment to Fall Technical Adjustment Ordinance Ahead of City Council Vote
Councilor Loretta Smith is proposing an amendment to the Fall Budget Ordinance that restores funding for public safety, parks, and employee cost-of-living adjustments, aiming to strengthen community programs and uphold fiscal responsibility. The City Council vote is scheduled for November 12, 2025,
Press release
News release: Travel with caution as Halloween trick-or-treaters and rainy weather add safety risks to city streets
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) urges everyone traveling — whether walking, biking, rolling, taking transit, or driving — to use extra care to help keep Portlanders of all ages safe this Halloween.
News article
Rose City Self-Defense is looking for volunteer instructors
The deadline to apply is October 31, 2025
News article
Upcoming Events
Community Peace Collaborative
Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's monthly Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.
10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Community Event
Community Peace Collaborative
Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.
10:30 am
–
12:00 pm
Community Event
Community Peace Collaborative
Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's monthly Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.
10:30 am
–
12:00 pm
Community Event
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