Collaboration will be an inherent and important part of our new city council. I'll seek to find common ground with my fellow city council members as often as I can and take a common sense approach to problem solving. As a small business owner, I'm focused on achieving results and ensuring viability of my business over the long term. These results are built through implementing standard processes and procedures. Long term success requires direct and concise communication and delegation. I am sure that I will be communicating on a near daily basis with my fellow council members to strategize and coordinate our efforts to improve the lives of District 2 residents.
Clearly a seismic event poses the most catastrophic risk to the CEI hub. I support investment in upgrading existing infrastructure to help mitigate the environmental damage in the event of an earthquake. We need to make sure that the energy needs of our city are being met, and that we're a part of the solution by moving toward renewables and stopping oil and gas expansion to the extent that we can.
I support investigation of deadly force incidents, and the ability of community members to appeal those findings. I support consolidation of cases and complaints through one unified Office of Community-based Police Accountability. I support the direct representation of community members and allowing the Council to vote on recommendations even if the Police Chief does not approve.
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Reuben Berlin, a Portland native and University of Oregon graduate, has diverse experience in public service and finance. He's worked in non-profits, assisting vulnerable populations, and spent 16 years in mortgage lending, helping families achieve homeownership.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 year
Term Expires
2028
I am committed to collaboration among council members by focusing on shared priorities for long-term economic growth. I propose regular working sessions to analyze the city budget and explore innovative funding strategies, such as local endowments inspired by Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund. By emphasizing data-driven decision-making and transparent governance, we can build trust and alignment.
I'll advocate for initiatives supporting local businesses, job creation, and community-centered financial services. Open dialogue and active listening will help us understand diverse perspectives within our district. By prioritizing our shared goal of a prosperous Portland, we can transcend partisan divides and work on policies benefiting all.
I propose securing robust funding to address safety, environmental, and supply concerns at the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub through comprehensive redevelopment and cleanup. Transitioning from outdated fossil fuel infrastructure to resilient, clean energy alternatives is crucial. I'll advocate for investments in renewable energy projects, modernized electrical grids, and sustainable fuel storage facilities. By partnering with state and federal agencies, we can access grants and low-interest loans for this transformation. I'll push for stricter environmental regulations and enhanced safety protocols to protect our community and the Willamette River ecosystem.
I support key recommendations from Portland's Police Accountability Commission: an independent community-run board overseeing police conduct, a robust mental health response system, and increased transparency in misconduct investigations. I also advocate for incentives to hire local officers, fostering community connections. These measures must balance with fully staffing and equipping our police force. A well-resourced department under strong community oversight, with officers invested in their neighborhoods, will best serve Portland's safety needs and rebuild trust. By funding both police and mental health services, we ensure appropriate responses to different situations. This approach aims to create a police force that is accountable.
Contact Phone
(319) 541-2354
Campaign Phone (public)
(503)673-6022
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
I currently work for the City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability as a Climate Policy Analyst, and have worked as a Construction Manager for the Parks Bureau and a Community Engagement Specialist for the Housing Bureau. I have worked for an energy efficiency consultancy - evaluating energy efficiency programs for utility companies, and managing a low-income energy efficiency program. I attended Portland State University in Portland, BS community development/School of Planning, an
County
OR
Term
Four year
Term Expires
2028
As the Portland Public Schools Board Vice Chair, and former (2021) Chair of the School Board, I understand the importance of working with each of my colleagues, and I have the skill set and temperament to do so. This isn’t always easy. While we can all agree we want the best for the students in our district for instance, we can disagree about how to get there.
I bring a willingness to listen to others even if I do not agree, but rather I like to aim to agree on the outcomes, and to find and articulate shared values to operate from.
I’ll bring this spirit of collaborative leadership, and a willingness to be wrong to my work as I have throughout my professional career. The School Board has served as a lab in which to demonstrate this abil
The CEI hub is a threat to the livability of our region, and especially our neighbors in the surrounding areas. As an elected official, it’s my moral duty to do better when I know better. My job will be to advocate for economic, social activities as long as they don’t harm people. The very presence of these storage tanks should cause every Portlander to pause. The tanks won’t survive an earthquake, or other natural disaster, and could be the biggest natural disaster in and around Portland with dire consequences for health and human life. The costs are too great to gamble with, especially considering the negative economic impacts. We need to find alternative locations for the storage of oil, and urgently switch to renewable sources of fuel.
I want to the new Police Accountability Commission, (PAC) to incorporate community concerns in its policy discussions, to take recommendations related to police to the Portland Police Bureau and also to City Council. The public needs accountability from its public safety officers, and officers need to know the public wants accountability.
The public deserves accountability in the reporting. Where legally permitted, the public needs to understand the incidents that arise and the police and city’s response to the incidents.
Lastly,I’d like to see the ability to incorporate community concerns in policy discussions, and the commission be able to take recommendations to a vote of the City Council if needed.
Campaign Phone (public)
971-258-0559
Town Where You Live
Portland, OR
Your Experience/Qualifications
Mom; Former School Board Trustee; Black Belt Martial Arts Instructor; Development Officer for EMILY’S List, the pro-choice organization dedicated to electing women; staffer to Oregon Congresswomen Darlene Hooley and Elizabeth Furse; Nonprofit Manager; Board Member: Echo Theater Company, Portland Fruit Tree Project
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2028
My thirty-year career demonstrates that I can work steadily and collaboratively to get big policy changes successfully across the finish line. I have the professional experience to fulfill this promise amidst the high strains and competing interests of this job, and can stay centered and focused on this core value for four years. I can listen well to my colleagues and our constituents. I can discern when and where my intervention is generative. I do not ultimately default back to the status quo, and I can recruit others to my side to get good things done. Progressive means neither left nor right, but forward. That’s what we need in our city. Steady, forward progress.
I am already working with community members in NW Portland and North Portland and environmental leaders to develop a framework for a managed decline of dangerous fuel storage infrastructure. This could be done by resolution, specifying a process and a timeline for creating a binding plan for what to do with dangerous storage infrastructure in the short, medium, and long term. It's very disappointing that the City has yet to do basic planning work to this effect as advocates have been asking for it since 2017 or so. I will also work collaboratively and productively with leaders in Multnomah County, emergency management offices, the state legislature, and Congress to resolve these concerns as swiftly as possible.
I will bring colleagues together to ensure full implementation of the Police Oversight Board implementation. 82% of voters backed this plan and and a commission, including police supporters, met for 20 months and came to consensus on how the Board would work. We can generate a majority of the new City Council members to support this policy because we will have a different independence from bureaus and more direct accountability to voters.
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
The last time Portland treated a crisis like an emergency, I was there as a leader at OHSU helping operationalize our response and keep communities healthy. As chair of the Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods, I collaborated with neighbors to open the Walnut Park shelter working with businesses, the city and county, to get people from tents to shelter and make sure the environment was safe for neighbors. I knew it was time to step up and serve because compassion isn’t enough to solve the cri
County
OR
As a neighborhood coalition leader and budget chair, I know how to build consensus through disagreement and elevate the common good focusing on outcomes. On council I’ll work with district colleagues as well as across agencies--just as I did at OHSU to operationalize our pandemic response--to improve safety, affordability and sustainability. I'll listen to District 2 residents about their needs and work to ensure city solutions fit with our communities, as I did to establish the low-barrier Walnut Park shelter, working with neighbors, businesses and the city to equip the project and neighbors for success. I'll coordinate with colleagues so neighbors can have a single point of contact and hold bureaus accountable for outcomes.
The Portland we love is safe and sustainable and the CEI hub is a grave threat to our future. Seismically unsound, it houses fuel and dangerous chemicals and must be decommissioned. As a neighborhood coalition chair, I played a pivotal role in organizing communities to fight against air polluters and preventing the expansion of the Zenith Oil terminal. As your council member I will continue this work in coordination with state agencies by advocating for further restrictions on CEI activity and permits, working to find alternate locations for fuel storage, improving our adoption of clean energy and securing funding for emergency escape routes for North Portlanders. I'll never stop fighting to protect our rivers and communities.
I support key features recommended by the Police Accountability Commission that prioritize transparency, public access, and community involvement. Regular public reporting on investigations is an important component that will build public trust. To ensure accountability the commission should have an advisory role on disciplinary actions. Additionally, I fully endorse an accessible complaint process, especially for marginalized communities, so reporting misconduct is barrier-free. I also advocate for diverse community representation on oversight boards, ensuring all voices are heard. These reforms are essential for building a more transparent, just, and trust-driven policing model in Portland.
Town Where You Live
Portland, OR
Your Experience/Qualifications
Please see https://www.kanalforportland.com/about-sameer
County
Multnomah
I’m a consensus-builder with a proven record at the City. As Project Manager for the Police Accountability Commission, I helped its members work together & with the public, collecting input from 1,500+ Portlanders. The members had diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences but finished their work on time, on budget, and with unanimous recommendations. I’ll work to develop similar systems and culture on Council so we can build consensus on tough issues. I’m an open communicator with clear values who is open-minded about strategy and methods. I’ll collaborate with District colleagues to hold regular town halls, conduct constituent services, and attend community events because we need to come together and support community priorities.
Climate change is an existential threat, and we need leadership to address it with the urgency it deserves. I’ll build a coalition on Council to advocate for reducing and eliminating the transport and storage of dangerous chemicals in Portland and to ensure companies are held financially accountable for the risks they pose. We must relocate the CEI Hub and address Zenith’s local operations, and phase out leaded fuel at PIR. We must also promote river access and evacuation routes in North Portland. Finally, we need to reduce fossil fuel usage across the city. I’ll engage with community members to promote climate-friendly policies and fuel alternatives, ensuring the planning & implementation is guided by our communities from start to finish.
I was the Police Accountability Commission’s Project Manager. What happened to the PAC’s proposal is one of the main reasons I am running for City Council.
Portlanders, including the PAC, specifically advised against the current City Council’s changes, including leaving much of its potential scope of work within police, an overly broad definition of bias, adding police officers to the nominating committee, and technical concerns like board size. These and other changes can and must be fixed.
As a Councilmember, I will protect the will of the voters, work to open doors at the state and federal levels to fully implement Ballot Measure 26-217, and reopen the conversation to build a fair, independent, and effective police oversight system.
Contact Phone
971-563-0208
Campaign Phone (public)
971-563-0208
Town Where You Live
Portland, Oregon
Your Experience/Qualifications
Small business owner in residential and commercial construction for 30 years, Regional economist for two government agencies for 18 years, Member of the Portland Charter Commission, Small Business Champion, Shared Prosperity advocate
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2028
Collaboration is key for the new city council. Each councilor must commit to work across diverse interests and perspectives. It will be important to develop what we have in common in terms of objectives, values and goals. Creating the foundation of shared values and goals aids in the process of developing action plans and direction. Clear communication will be essential. As a small business owner and collaborator for decades in numerous community improvement efforts, I have demonstrated my ability to work across differences and focus on achieving tangible results that align with values and long-term goals. We will each serve on council work committees representing our district. We need to collaborate to best serve our constituents.
The CEI Hub poses an environmental threat and we need to look at ways to improve safety and, ultimately, remove the threat. First, I would support efforts by Multnomah County to make sure all owners of tanks and other facilities in the CEI Hub are fully insured to cover disasters or accidents. Second, we need to reduce the risk of the Hub by relocating storage of fuels and toxic chemicals to locations that are not on soils that would liquify in the event of an earthquake. We should ensure that there is more than one location to lower the risk. We should protect against storage locations that have other environmental risks, such as flood or fire. Ultimately, reducing our dependence on fossil fuels to the extent possible will reduce risk.
I support the recommendations of the Police Accountability Commission. I recognize the concern that public safety has for many Portlanders. We need to have a community policing approach and make sure we are doing as much prevention work as possible to address the root causes of crime. I would support being able to include the perspectives of people with experience in law enforcement in non-voting technical advisory positions.
Campaign Phone (public)
503-213-3870
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
As a person in long-term recovery and recognized expert on addiction, I get what needs to be done and believe I can bring a needed perspective to the new City Council. I understand that we need to implement concrete solutions like establishing sobering centers, expanding detox capacity, and increasing the availability of trauma-informed shelter and transitional housing beds.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2029
My goal is to lead from behind. There will be several city councilors looking to make headlines and advancing their career. I'm more interested in moving policy to address the multiple crisis the city is facing but also to work quietly to ensure that the new system of government presents its best face to the public. Voters need to see that the new city council is prioritizing the right issues and rapidly advancing robust solutions.
The CEI hub is the largest physical threat to our families. While I appreciate its is a complicated problem to solve, I believe the only long-term solution is to shut it down. Hence I'd support developing a plan to do so. But in the interim, I think it's very important to require the owners to carry insurance policies that will cover the cost of mitigating a disaster. Likewise, the City should identify a set of immediate steps that should be taken to improve the safety of the hub.
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Campaign Phone (public)
503-607-8087
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Property Manager
County
Multnomah
Term
4 Years
I strive to be a servant leader who seeks the best for others over what is best for me. I seek to be humble, yet boldly stand up for what is right and to speak for the voiceless and forgotten. At heart, I am a peacemaker and I extend lots of energy bringing people together and bridging gaps between people with opposing ideas. I hope to bring this to city council to make informed policy decisions. I want my colleagues to know that we can do tremendous things.
I share the concerns of many of our neighbors in North Portland and St. Johns regarding the Hub on the river. I would strongly support creating earthquake preparedness if possible as well as finding a way to relocate the fuel and resources to a better location. We have a critical responsibility for the safety of Portlanders. At the same time I want to partner with the businesses to make changes rather than ostracize them.
Much of the system had already been adopted at this time with implementation starting in 2025. The part that I appreciate most is the inclusion of various community groups in the board such as over-policed communities and small business owners. The different perspectives and worldviews are very important.
Campaign Phone (public)
503-451-3508
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Nonprofit Communications, Community Organizing, Community Health
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
My approach to working with other council members focuses on open communication and a shared commitment to serving our community. I’ll prioritize building respectful relationships and finding common ground on key issues. Each councilmember brings unique strengths and experiences, and by recognizing these differences and when to step up or step back, we can create meaningful change for Portland. Throughout this election, I’ve made a point to connect with other candidates to build these relationships ahead of time, which will be invaluable when we’re working together on City Council. I’ll also advocate for transparent dialogue between council members and constituents to ensure all voices are heard and decisions are inclusive
Since launching my campaign, I’ve worked with local environmental activists and made “Tanking the Tanks” a key part of my Pro-Portland Plan. I will collaborate with state and local governments to relocate the fuel tanks at the CEI Hub to safer, dispersed locations across the state to minimize the risk of catastrophic failure. I’ll also push to reduce the amount of flammable fuel stored at the hub and remove out-of-service tanks that pose risks of collapse, fires, and river contamination. I also support holding these facilities financially accountable to help fund relocation and prevent costly litigation. Finally, I refuse to make backroom deals prioritizing oil and gas profits over the safety of Portlanders.
I have always been a strong advocate for police accountability, and implementing the full PAC recommendations is central to my platform. When the current city council ignored these recommendations, it was a major setback for the progress our city was making toward true reform.
Recently, I testified at a City Council meeting, urging the closure of a loophole allowing police involvement in the oversight board via the nominating committee. I also opposed the requirement for board members to do ride-alongs and attend the PPB-run civilian police academy, as these deter individuals with lived experiences or trauma from applying. These conditions give the PPB undue influence over the oversight process, which undermines the integrity of the board.
Contact Phone
971-319-3570
Campaign Phone (public)
971-319-3570
Town Where You Live
Portland, OR
Your Experience/Qualifications
Non-profit supportive housing, non-profit education supporting learning challenges, Executive Masters in Public Administration (in procgress)
County
Multnomah County
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2028
Both in-district as well as cross-district collaborations will be critical to the success of our new, expanded council format. I will work to build a cooperative system of discussion, prioritization, and community engagement in partnership with all district 2 councilors to ensure we are hearing, supporting, and championing the needs of our neighbors.
Additionally, there will be councilors in other districts who may be even more values-aligned than our in-district colleagues. We need to make space for this coalition building as well.
Ultimately working productively in-district is where it begins, but the work of the council needs to be built on cross-district and inter-jurisdictional collaborations and partnerships as well.
In the immediate term we need to come to the table with the County to implement risk bonding to ensure that should there be a disaster before the hazard has been mitigated that we have the funds, from the corporations, to address the impact.
We also need to consider options for incentivizing the decommissioning of deteriorated tanks through taxing on capacity volume.
We should evaluate our options for revoking the Zenith LUCS due to their illegal lobbying and disaster preparedness tests, and work to prevent the expansion of their volatile liquid fuel storage and transportation in and through Portland.
One of the most important recommendations I would want to protect is ensuring the community police oversight board is "empowered to directly make findings, and impose discipline where appropriate, on police officers who have committed misconduct."
The ability to take direct action, not simply make recommendations that may or may not be implemented, is critical to the validity of community-oversight.
As part of this I would also add that the city must prioritize fully and effectively implementing body-warn cameras as a result of the successful test program, and that the community police oversight board have unfettered access to police body cam footage as part of their full investigative discretion.
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
As an elected PCC board member, I have experience improving education and workforce training and creating and approving housing development policy. We recently opened the 42nd Avenue Opportunities Center, which will have 84 units of affordable housing and daycare services. I am an authentic relationship builder who finds shared values to collaborate effectively to solve problems. I keep the focus on issues and on creating an inclusive and respectful organizational culture to achieve consensus.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2029
Portland needed an update to its governance structure, and a district-based City Council will bring more connection and accountability between neighborhoods and their councilmembers. Ranked Choice Voting has been successfully implemented in many cities, and once voter education is conducted, it should become easier to understand.
As the City Council completes its transition to a policy-making body rather than an operational one, I see the job of a city councilor as effectively collaborating with the other councilors to create policy reflecting of the needs of Portlanders, aligning the budget to policy priorities and holding the city administrator and mayor accountable for operationalizing policies and budget.
We definitely need to address the safety, environmental and supply concerns related to the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub. I had the opportunity to tour the CEI hub with the Linnton Neighborhood Association, and the highlighting of the potential danger from a CEI Hub disaster is eye-opening.
I would work to ensure that our Public Works Service Area joins other stakeholders - community members, neighborhood associations, neighborhood emergency teams, ODOT and BNSF Railroads - in planning for legislative proposals to address CEI Hub issues. I would encourage the city council to advocate for plans and funding to rebuild railroad bridges over the cut at Columbia Blvd. and Lombard St. and the railroad tunnel under Lombard.
We all deserve good public safety, including 911/Fire/Police, and a community-based oversight board will help improve Portland’s system. While it is true that the work of public safety professionals is essential to a safe and livable city—I know it is also true that there are systemic issues that urgently need to change for effective accountability and community policing.
There needs to be an adequate number of well-trained police to serve the size of the 26th largest city, meet response times and effectively serve our communities. We must work with police, community and stakeholders to identify the systemic and cultural issues that impact the safety of community members.
Contact Phone
9714098170
Campaign Phone (public)
9714098170
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Music education and community
County
Multnomah
Term
4
Term Expires
2028 Novem
As Commissioner Antonio Pettyjohnblue, my approach to working productively with other council members would focus on collaboration, respect, and driving community-centered results. Building strong relationships based on trust, shared goals, and open communication is essential to ensuring our district thrives. I would bring my values and experiences to every interaction with fellow council members, with a focus on uniting around common objectives for the benefit of our community.
### **Active Listening and Inclusiveness**
I believe that every council member brings unique perspectives, and their input should be valued. As commissioner, I would prioritize active listening during meetings and decision-making processes. Encouraging open dialog
Addressing safety, environmental, and supply concerns related to the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub on the Willamette River is crucial for safeguarding our community and the environment. As Commissioner Antonio Pettyjohnblue, I would focus on implementing a comprehensive strategy that addresses these issues effectively. Here’s a detailed plan on how I would tackle these concerns:
### **Enhancing Safety Measures**
**Regular Safety Audits and Inspections:** To ensure the integrity of the infrastructure, I would advocate for frequent and rigorous safety audits conducted by independent third parties. These audits would evaluate the condition of facilities, identify potential risks, and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Independent
To address concerns about the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub on the Willamette River, I propose:
### **Enhancing Safety**
- **Regular Audits:** Push for frequent, independent safety inspections.
- **Emergency Plans:** Update and test emergency response procedures with local services.
- **Public Awareness:** Hold information sessions to keep residents informed about safety measures.
### **Environmental Concerns**
- **Monitoring:** Support ongoing environmental impact assessments and monitoring.
- **Sustainable Practices:** Encourage green technologies to minimize emissions and waste.
- **Restoration:** Promote habitat restoration efforts to address environmental damage.
Town Where You Live
NE Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
I spent the first part of my career working in advocacy with labor unions, teaching working people to advocate for their communities and bringing together coalitions to make our workplaces safer and our economy more fair. I worked for two Oregon governors, writing policy and budget proposals, working with agencies to implement policies, and then as Governor Brown's Legislative Director. I know how to bring our community together, and I'm ready to do the work of our new Council on day one.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2028
I've spent the campaign building relationships with my running mates, and I can honestly say that I've found things I'd like to work on with each of them. Relationships require respect and honesty, and I'll bring that to my work with my fellow Councilors, even when we disagree. This is how I've always approached my work.
Relationships, though, aren't enough. We need weekly district check-ins with staff and Councilors to ensure we are collaborating on constituent concerns and operating with transparency, and we need a dedicated, district-wide, staff person dedicated to constituent services so that Portlanders don't have to navigate between our offices (there is no budget for this, but I think it's important enough to find the funding).
1. Early warning systems should be integrated into every operation at the CEI Hub. This is a small-impact step, but an easy one that can be done almost immediately.
2. The City must work with the State to develop a decommissioning and moving plan. This won't happen immediately but we can't keep kicking the can.
3. Until energy storage is moved we need all partners to come to the table to share honest information about which tanks are the least stable and where different energy types are actually stored. Then we need a commitment to decommission the least stable tanks, with a timeline.
4. The City must support the County's risk bonding proposal, which would protect taxpayers from footing the full bill in an environmental disaster situation.
I support many of the proposals included in the initial recommendations, and while much of that work has been scaled back there are still many worthwhile things in the current, approved, new system.
I support having automatic investigations based on specific outcomes and also complaint-driven investigations.
I support having meaningful discipline for breaking city policy.
I support a transparent system that allows the Board to make policy recommendations to PPB.
I think the most important thing, though, is that Portlanders trust the new system. The next Council has the opportunity to appoint the folks who will choose this first Board, and we must appoint people who will be widely seen as fair, knowledgeable, and trustworthy.
Campaign Phone (public)
971-477-7758
Town Where You Live
Portland, OR
Your Experience/Qualifications
Current City Commissioner
I believe in building strong relationships by actively listening to each member’s perspectives and finding common ground where we can drive meaningful change together. It’s about putting the needs of our district and city first, not letting egos or political differences get in the way of progress. I’m not a 'yes' person, but I’m also not someone who digs in just to be difficult. I’m focused on practical solutions and results. By fostering open communication and mutual respect, we can work through disagreements and unite around our common goals—whether it’s addressing homelessness, improving public safety, or revitalizing our neighborhoods. At the end of the day, it’s about getting things done for the people of Portland.
This is a big and urgent challenge, and it's clear that addressing the CEI Hub requires coordinated efforts across all levels of government—city, state, and federal. The stakes are incredibly high, and to truly protect public health and safety while pursuing our environmental goals, we must ensure strong collaboration and cooperation.
All sectors, including industry, need to be at the table to define the goals and then create an action plan. Our strategies need to evolve and adapt with emerging science, technology, and risk assessments. The only way forward is together—ensuring that our approach remains flexible and responsive to new information as we work toward a safer and more sustainable future.
The voters of Portland sent us a clear mandate: they want a new process for police accountability. I am pleased to see a balanced mix in the makeup of the people—representing both sides—who nominate members to the oversight board. I strongly support the requisite police ride-along because I believe firsthand experience is invaluable. When we work together and spend time in each other’s shoes, that’s when understanding and change happen.
Contact Phone
5039334543
Campaign Phone (public)
5039334543
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
https://www.samsachsforportland.com/accomplishments
County
Multnomah
Many of us have already began building positive relationships through campaigning and different events and forum’s. What I have done is to make myself available, open and flexible to all candidates in District 2, when sharing ideas and suggestions for how we can work together. I will continue to do that.
I believe this issue will be a top priority to address. Once in office I will move quickly to open communication and collaboration with the people in district 2 and all stakeholders, on how we can move forward to address the safety, environmental and supply concerns.
I support this system as it is currently, and am open to suggestions on how to improve it.
Campaign Phone (public)
503-498-9100
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
I have never pursued public office until now, but I was inspired after meeting with Mike Jordan, Interim City Manager. He explained the new city structure, using the term “enterprise” to describe a move towards a more streamlined, accountable, and effective government. With experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and running a global team for Tony Robbins, I am skilled in solving large-scale problems collaboratively and producing results. In the private sector, you perform or you’re o
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2029
I’ve already started building strong relationships with other council members by understanding their visions and aligning on key priorities. My experience at large organizations like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and Tony Robbins has sharpened my skills in solving problems collaboratively and creatively. I learned to navigate diverse perspectives, foster teamwork, and develop solutions to complex challenges. This approach is essential for tackling pressing issues like public safety, homelessness, and economic development. Through open communication and mutual respect, I’ll ensure all voices are heard while also sharing my vision to build a cooperative council that delivers real results for our community.
I would focus on public safety and environmental sustainability. Portland's earthquake vulnerability, especially near facilities like Zenith Energy, requires a thorough seismic risk assessment to identify high-risk areas. Strengthening safety protocols, including clear evacuation plans for residents and businesses near the CEI Hub, is crucial. Upgrading infrastructure to prevent leaks into the Willamette River and conducting regular environmental assessments would ensure compliance with clean water and air regulations. I would push for energy diversification by investing in renewable sources like wind and solar, reducing reliance on the CEI Hub and making Portland’s energy supply more resilient.
I support key elements of the new police oversight system recommended by the Police Accountability Commission, including a civilian-run board with independent investigative authority to ensure transparency and accountability. Subpoena power is crucial for thorough investigations, allowing the board to gather necessary evidence. Rather than excluding former police officers and their family members, I advocate for a diversified board representing a wide range of community perspectives. I also support dedicating at least 5% of the Portland Police Bureau’s budget to fund the oversight body and emphasize the need for a community-driven selection process to maintain transparency and public trust.
Campaign Phone (public)
541-604-2505
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
I founded and have been the Executive Director of Vibe of Portland since 2007, I am an entrepreneur, I founded a run an arts consulting business in 2020. I serve on several boards for arts organizations and am currently on the Board for the St Johns Boosters Business Association as their Secretary and a member of the events Committee. I was a member of the City's Arts Oversight Committee from 2017-2022 and the chair of that committee from 2019-2022.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 year ter
Term Expires
2028
I believe there is a familiarity between most of the candidates. If elected, I bring to the table established relationships across districts and would continue to build upon that trust in January 2025. We need to have a base of understanding, respect for diverse opinions, and a willingness to engage in active listening. Many of us have similar ideas of how we want to approach the many challenges Portland is facing. We all need to work as a team so we can move the city in the right direction. Good communication, willingness to collaborate, compromise, and leave our egos at the door are a good place to start. I have a proven track record through my leadership in arts & culture, as a small business owner, and a community organizer.
This issue is of HUGE importance to my community, as my house is less than a block away from a railroad “cut” where these chemicals are transported. The CEI hub is across the Willamette. I would revisit the Zenith permit that was approved without public transparency by the current council. I would curb/limit new permits. I would work with our new council in tandem with environmental partners like Willamette River Keepers, County, State, and Federal agencies to create a quick paced action plan to move our CRITICAL ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE out of the unstable earthquake region. A safer location must be identified and acted upon with haste for the safety of all Portlanders. Preventive infrastructure is key to our current and future livability.
I am in favor of the Police Accountability Commission because trust between the community and law enforcement needs to be rebuilt. I think they should have a training curriculum that is victim centered, EDIA and trauma-informed approach so that police can see what their policing looks like from a different vantage point. Now that we finally have body cameras - they need to be on all the time when police are on duty. I want new recruitment to come from within the city limits and have more emphasis on community policing. It would be good to partner with community colleges for recruitment for a more diverse hiring pool. We also need to work with the county and state counterparts to ensure human rights are at the forefront of all policing.
Contact Phone
971-361-6333
Campaign Phone (public)
9713616333
Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Among current candidates, I bring to the table an almost unmatched long record of budgeting expertise, fiscal acumen, administrative experience and actually a track record of formulating and passing legislation. I was president of UAW Local 1981 for 13 years so I did the whole range of running the union (finances, budgets, strategy), legislative lobbying (local, state and federal), political efforts (as part of the UAW’s political action framework, primarily), and oversaw our organizing.
County
Multnomah
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2029
I have built coalitions across diverse constituencies and people for 40 years, including to advance legislation at the local, state and federal level. I will use those skills and experience to create a real plan for other council members so we can jointly serve our constituents.
We need a real plan to move the CEI Hub tanks. As a five-year Neighborhood Emergency Team member, I am well-versed in the dangers posed by the CEI Hub. I have worked closely with the Tank the Tanks coalition and other activists to demand such a plan from the state and city, and have publicly committed to be a leader on behalf of the people on this issue.
I support fully the PAC final report recommendations.
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Town Where You Live
Portland
Your Experience/Qualifications
Small Business Owner, Bus Driver
County
Multnomah
Term
4 year
Term Expires
2028
Collaboration is at the core of everything I do. From the outset of my campaign I've been organizing events and inviting candidates all across the city to participate, working to build bridges so that, for those of us who are elected to City Council, we've got a head start in working together.
I was fortunate to be invited to an informational tour hosted by 350PDX over the summer where they showed us around and talked about the history and context surrounding the CEI. Representing District 2, my concerns are particularly on the community in St Johns; separated from the rest of North Portland by 'The Cut' of rail lines that carry much of the fossil fuels to and from the CEI, putting the community at particular risk of a disastrous derailment.
I would be open to exploring legislation to impose disaster bonds on the businesses operating in the CEI, placing the financial onus on them to insure they prioritize operating safely. More broadly, we should continue our efforts to de-carbonize our energy systems and build a greener future.
Consolidating the investigation process from as many as four systems down to one is a very promising step in the right direction towards building an accountable system that cant be tossed into bureaucratic quagmire to delay accountability. Further, having a more independent, community-led will help insure that truly independent verdicts are reached. Any self-investigating entity will, more often than not, fail to find wrongdoing, which is the antithesis of accountability.
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