Mayor Wheeler releases statement after City Council members propose to terminate IGA with Multnomah County

Mayor Wheeler released a statement on Wednesday, October 16 2024 following members of the City Council proposing to terminate the Intergovernmental Agreement with Multnomah County.

"The City approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with Multnomah County just 105 days ago. Terminating this agreement would be shortsighted. The City and County have distinct responsibilities in addressing homelessness and mental/behavioral health. The public demands our cooperation to effectively tackle this humanitarian crisis. Portlanders living on the streets need comprehensive care, including shelter, access to behavioral health and substance use disorder services, and navigation to permanent housing. The City cannot address this crisis alone and we should not abandon our progress due to impatience," Mayor Wheeler said.