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Good Morning, News: Chaostown-Profiled Graffiti Artist Arrested, Portland City Council Picks a Prez, and Providence and Aetna's Weird Breakup

The recent Portland city council election revealed unexpected political shifts and transparency in leadership decisions.

Ten rounds of voting needed to elect first Portland City Council President

Portland's City Council faced significant ideological divisions during its first meeting, which delayed electing a Council President.

Good Morning, News: Chaostown-Profiled Graffiti Artist Arrested, Portland City Council Picks a Prez, and Providence and Aetna's Weird Breakup

The recent Portland city council election revealed unexpected political shifts and transparency in leadership decisions.

Ten rounds of voting needed to elect first Portland City Council President

Portland's City Council faced significant ideological divisions during its first meeting, which delayed electing a Council President.
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#local-politics

2024's Most Popular News Stories

Readers show a strong interest in local politics and election coverage.
Mercury's approach emphasizes quality content over click-driven metrics.

2024 Wrapped: The Mercury's Most Popular News Stories

Readers are interested in local politics and city elections, as reflected in the article's popularity.

2024's Most Popular News Stories

Readers show a strong interest in local politics and election coverage.
Mercury's approach emphasizes quality content over click-driven metrics.

2024 Wrapped: The Mercury's Most Popular News Stories

Readers are interested in local politics and city elections, as reflected in the article's popularity.
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#homelessness

In a Stealth Move, Portland City Council Signals Intent to Sever Homelessness Agreement With Multnomah County

Portland City Council is moving to terminate its agreement with Multnomah County on homelessness services due to slow progress and inadequate assistance.

Good Morning, News: City Council to Vote on Clean & Safe Contract, Vision Zero Gets an Audit, and Trump Taps Elon Musk to Lead DOGE (Do You Even Want to Know?)

The Portland City Council faces pushback on a controversial renewal of the Downtown Clean & Safe contract amid concerns about funding and homeless criminalization.

UPDATE: City Commissioners Abandon Plans to Terminate Joint Homeless Response Agreement With Multnomah County

The discussion to terminate the intergovernmental agreement on homelessness was pulled from the agenda to allow for renegotiation by the new city leadership.

Portland City Council considers ending partnership with Multnomah County to tackle homelessness

Portland City Council is reconsidering its partnership with Multnomah County, creating tensions about the approach to tackling homelessness.

Dan Ryan Announces District 3 Council Candidate as Key Staff Pick

Kezia Wanner has been appointed as Dan Ryan's new chief of staff, focusing on addressing key issues in Portland.

In a Stealth Move, Portland City Council Signals Intent to Sever Homelessness Agreement With Multnomah County

Portland City Council is moving to terminate its agreement with Multnomah County on homelessness services due to slow progress and inadequate assistance.

Good Morning, News: City Council to Vote on Clean & Safe Contract, Vision Zero Gets an Audit, and Trump Taps Elon Musk to Lead DOGE (Do You Even Want to Know?)

The Portland City Council faces pushback on a controversial renewal of the Downtown Clean & Safe contract amid concerns about funding and homeless criminalization.

UPDATE: City Commissioners Abandon Plans to Terminate Joint Homeless Response Agreement With Multnomah County

The discussion to terminate the intergovernmental agreement on homelessness was pulled from the agenda to allow for renegotiation by the new city leadership.

Portland City Council considers ending partnership with Multnomah County to tackle homelessness

Portland City Council is reconsidering its partnership with Multnomah County, creating tensions about the approach to tackling homelessness.

Dan Ryan Announces District 3 Council Candidate as Key Staff Pick

Kezia Wanner has been appointed as Dan Ryan's new chief of staff, focusing on addressing key issues in Portland.
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YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Lame Duck City Council, Hot Nuts, and a Ranked Choice Controversy

Ranked Choice Voting in Portland was effective, countering claims of reduced voter engagement.

Next Portland City Council to decide Keller's future

The City Council postponed decisions on Keller Auditorium and a new PSU arts center until after the elections.

Labor Complaint Against City Council Candidate Alleges Racist Treatment at City's Community Safety Division

Lisa Freeman faces allegations of creating a hostile work environment and discrimination against BIPOC employees while campaigning for Portland City Council.
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Live Nation-operated venue green lighted by City Council

The Portland City Council supports the new Live Nation venue despite concerns about traffic and cultural impact raised by MusicPortland.

City Council tentatively rejects appeal of Live Nation-operated music venue

The Portland City Council tentatively denied approval for a new Live Nation venue, reflecting community concerns despite meeting legal requirements.

Live Nation-operated venue green lighted by City Council

The Portland City Council supports the new Live Nation venue despite concerns about traffic and cultural impact raised by MusicPortland.

City Council tentatively rejects appeal of Live Nation-operated music venue

The Portland City Council tentatively denied approval for a new Live Nation venue, reflecting community concerns despite meeting legal requirements.
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Wheeler's new camping ban amended, moves forward

Portland City Council adopts two amendments for Mayor Ted Wheeler's camping ban proposal.
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