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Mayor Wheeler Introduces Marcell Frazier as Director of Office of Violence Prevention 

August 17, 2023 1:19 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler declares State of Emergency due to Extreme Heat

August 13, 2023 6:23 pm News article

Homeless and Behavioral Health Resources

August 7, 2023 12:58 pm News article

City releases 2022 Portland Insights Survey results, more than 5,000 Portlanders share thoughts on city services, policy and budget

Last fall, the City took an approach to learning Portlanders’ thoughts on City services, policy and budget decisions aiming to ensure that all Portlanders, including historically underserved communities, have a voice and representation in local government.

July 31, 2023 2:40 pm Press release

Mayor Wheeler Issues Emergency Declaration to Expedite and Coordinate Resources to Appropriately Address Fire Impact on the Community

July 21, 2023 6:35 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler hosts preview opening of Temporary Alternative Shelter Site

July 17, 2023 2:38 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler hosts preview opening of Temporary Alternative Shelter Site

July 17, 2023 2:38 pm News article

Summer of education, phased-in approach begins as Portland's new camping code ordinance takes effect

July 6, 2023 11:56 am News article

City Council Passes Resolution to Explore New Economic Development and Housing Investments in East Portland and Central City

June 28, 2023 3:39 pm News article

Statement from Mayor Ted Wheeler Regarding Proposed Ordinance Prohibiting Consumption of Controlled Substances in Public Spaces

June 28, 2023 8:01 am News article

Mayor Announces Formation of Regional Taskforce to Address Collective Impact of Taxes, Rates & Fees

June 20, 2023 3:20 pm News article

City Selects Replacement Compliance Officer Community Liaison (COCL)

June 16, 2023 10:37 am News article

City Council Passes Ordinance Updating City Code, Specifies that Camping on Public Property is Barred from 8am-8pm

The amended city code prohibits unsanctioned camping along public rights of way as an ‘objectively reasonable’ standard as allowed under Martin v. Boise and HB 3115.

June 7, 2023 5:41 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler releases update on City Council Action Plan

June 6, 2023 12:19 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler releases statement on use of Gunshot Detection Technology (GDT) in Portland

June 2, 2023 12:22 pm News article

City of Portland launches Ceasefire program to curb gun violence

June 1, 2023 2:59 pm News article

Updates to Portland’s camping code coming to Portland City Council May 31 

The Mayor’s proposed ordinance will amend Portland City Code restrictions on camping in the public right of way 

May 25, 2023 12:53 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler introduces budget amendments to reduce taxes and fees for Portlanders

May 18, 2023 9:08 am News article

Mayor Wheeler releases proposed $7.1 billion dollar budget for Fiscal Year 2024  

This budget continues to focus on the four shared priority areas of City Council - homelessness, community safety, economic recovery, and livability.  

May 4, 2023 1:37 pm News article

Mayor Wheeler, partners announce enhanced auto and retail theft task forces

Mayor Wheeler joined Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson, DA Mike Schmidt, and Portland Business Alliance President & CEO Andrew Hoan

May 1, 2023 12:51 pm News article