Portland Government
ACTION ALERT: Help Shape Portland Street Response
The Portland Street Response Advisory Committee (PSRC) is recruiting new members to advise City Council and city leadership on recommendations on how to strengthen and sustain this vital program. This is your opportunity to help guide and shape how crisis response is integrated into our first responder system.
Read More >Commentary: How Local Leaders Are Confronting Trump’s Overreach
by Mike DiNapoli As the Trump administration intensifies pressure on our communities and promotes divisiveness in our cities—from aggressive law enforcement tactics to federal intervention—Oregon’s local leaders are responding swiftly and strategically. Standouts in this effort include Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, representing Oregon’s 1st Congressional District (CD-1), and Portland’s newly elected Mayor, Keith Wilson.Their leadership underscores…
Read More >Portland City Council Takes Action To Remand Portland Children’s Levy Amid Concerns Over Process and Evaluation
Commentary from Vice Chair 1 Andre Miller: Democrats should contact city councilors to support the remand of the Portland Children’s Levy in the proposed city budget.
Read More >Portland and Multnomah County Budget Process: Your 2025 Guide
This guide breaks down the budget process, highlights key dates, and explains how you can effectively participate in shaping your community’s financial priorities.
Read More >Why Run for Portland City Council?
Portland’s city government will look dramatically different starting in January 2025. The election of 12 new city council members (3 from each of 4 districts around the city), plus a new mayor and city auditor, will happen in November 2024. That’s a long way off! So, why are so many people already declaring their intent to run? And, why should YOU consider running? Get the info and important dates and links here.
Read More >Where To Find 20,000 Votes?
MultDems Campaign and Candidate Liaison Committee vice-chair explores the reasons behind the new Portland city district boundary lines, particularly why District 4 crosses the Willamette River.
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