Today was my last day working in @councilorgreen.bsky.social office. It was a pleasure working for both an amazing Councilor and team that had a vision of a better future.

Although it didn't make it on this week's agenda, the fact that seven councilors are already on board is encouraging. The outline of the procedure in Green's resolution is a good one and it would set a good example for oversight in the new government.

ICE deployed pepper balls while detaining someone near George Middle School in St. Johns last week. It was appalling - but not surprising. @mayorkwilson.bsky.social, @councilorepg.bsky.social @councilordanryan.bsky.social, and I issued this statement condemning ICE's poisoning of North Portlanders:

As promised, more. As a preface, I think the subject matter – the lost $21M and the subsequent fallout – is very much worthy of the Council’s time and attention. But I’m NOT going to focus on that here. Instead I’ll focus on the important precedent this oversight resolution will be setting. 🧵 1/

I'll post more on this over the weekend, but this is a huge development. For the first time, Portland's Council would be formally exercising its charter-given oversight responsibilities. Spoiler alert: this is exactly the right way to do it.

Today I filed a resolution intended to pursue Council oversight into the matter of the $21M that was found in the Portland Housing Bureau but not disclosed to Council ahead of budget discussions. I'm joined by @councilormorillo.bsky.social and @counciloravalos.bsky.social as co-sponsors.

My two cents on the possibility that PFA may be on track for surplus capability for resource delivery: 1. Good problem to have (it’s good to have buffer capacity so you can avoid rationing) 2. Strong affordability signal: people looking ahead will choose MultCo as a place to raise kids.

TONIGHT! Please join the Portland Committee on Community-Engaged Policing (PCCEP) annual meeting with the Mayor, which also has a panel with @councilorepg.bsky.social, Councilor Novick, & I along with administration public safety leaders discussing public safety in Portland's new government.

This session was cancelled last minute. I'm disappointed that a long-planned "soft" oversight work session was cancelled at the request of the Mayor / Administration and kicked out to mid-January. I think we should still have had it so we can discuss in public some of our concerns about all of this.

When I campaigned for this office folks would ask me *my* plan for getting things done. I said that it’s *we* who’ll get things done. I knew @councilormorillo.bsky.social would win and that I’d be able to find ways to lend my skills to uplift her leadership. And that’s what we’ve done today.

BREAKING NEWS: We've sent a letter to the U.S. Dept. of Justice and Dept. of Homeland Security demanding that they immediately halt unlawful and reckless actions by federal officers operating in Oregon. #orpol

I think it’s honestly disgusting and deeply unserious that the Revoke the Permit people have clipped videos of my women colleagues eating pizza at the dais as some kind of shaming tool, which is now being used by right-wing media to harass them in misogynistic ways. Congrats everyone.

Today Portland City Council will have a final hearing and vote on my Algorithmic Price Fixing Ban! So grateful for leaders like @agdanrayfield.bsky.social for leading the charge in the courts. Corporations should not be taking advantage of regular people for profit. Affordable rent NOW!

BREAKING NEWS: We’ve secured a $7 million settlement holding the largest U.S. landlord accountable for a price fixing scheme – and putting a check on the rising cost of rentals. #consumerprotection #orpol

Disagreement on policy is welcome and reasonable, but calling me a Nazi for cosponsoring an ordinance to ban price-fixing is completely unacceptable. Councilor Ryan edited his post, but did not disclose the edit and explain the nature of the substantive change, so it’s here for posterity.

I’m disappointed that we didn’t pass our amendment to redirect money from sweeps to upstream solutions like rental assistance, food assistance and immigrant and refugee support. But, I’m proud of the work that went into it and the absolute resolve in my colleague @councilormorillo.bsky.social

Today Council will go over my updated Algorithmic Price Fixing Ban. At noon we will begin our discussion on the Fall technical Adjustment Ordinance and my proposal to funnel money away from the sweep industrial complex to programs that actually end homelessness. www.portland.gov/council/agenda

Hunger must not be used as a political weapon. Today, families across Oregon are finally receiving full November SNAP benefits – a win for both the rule of law and basic human decency. We remain committed to fighting for working families every day.

“Angelita Morillo proposed an amendment reallocating money from a city sweeps program, instead funding housing and food assistance, support for immigrants.”

Increased ICE activity in North Portland today has led Portland Public Schools to lock exterior doors at César Chávez School and George Middle School, along with other protective measures. Other North Portland schools are monitoring the situation closely.

We’re seeing increased and aggressive ICE activity across the Portland metro region — including around sensitive locations like schools. Save the PIRC hotline on your phone and call/text if you witness ICE activity: 888-622-1510

Welcome Home Coalition presenting the results of their Finding Home study right now 👀 www.youtube.com/live/d3rmedt...

I was pretty upset to learn about this. I think this was a poor decision and it threatens to set us back. We need people like Director Hisserich to help us chart a path out of our high cost housing system, and actually build something that working class folks can afford. 🚩

I oppose the resumption of sweeps beginning tomorrow. They are costly, ineffective and cruel. At a time when our Federal government is literally starving our most vulnerable neighbors, we add to that by violently taking from them what little they have? My statement attached.

Heretic Coffee didn’t have to do this, but they risked their own balance sheet to serve the community, in my district, in a time of need. Now the broader community has also stepped up to support them, establishing an important mutual aid bulwark in the fight against fascism.

It's worth noting that the new Westside TIF district does not include Big Pink. That means recovery of that assessed value will accrue to all relevant jurisdictional coffers for broad use instead of being locked into multiple decades of urban renewal specific use.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out with concern. Late last night, I woke up to my car, car port, and home engulfed in flames. I'm grateful for the quick response from Portland firefighters who prevented the fire from spreading even further.

I’ll have more to say soon, but for now I’m just thankful that @counciloravalos.bsky.social is safe.

We wanted to speak directly to the public in regard to our recent press conference and affirm our commitment to open and inclusive engagement with the public.

Finding Home has been released! Please read the report, sign the petition, watch the video! This was 2.5 years of effort, and the work of over 650 Portland Metro area residents to give US real solutions to homelessness and poverty in our region. welcomehomecoalition.org/finding-home/

From a colleague in response to some banter with the City Economist who mentioned the Theory of Liquidity Preference during a work session " 'We're all Keynesians now,' to quote Nixon, quoting Milton Friedman." - Mitch Green

Proud to stand with my fellow councilors, Mayor Wilson, Multnomah County Commissioners, and the many organizations calling on the Trump Administration to release critical food assistance funds. #FundSNAPNow

Veterans: we need you in this historical moment. Join me and other vets as we form a contingent for the No Kings march this Saturday. We have a special role to play in stopping the slide into authoritarianism. Hope to see you at Friendship Circle by the Steel Bridge at 11:30 am.

We passed both of these *unanimously* tonight. Thanks to everyone who turned up tonight to join in denouncing this administration and supporting the case for codifying our commitment to protecting our immigrant neighbors.

Portland Street Response Update: PSR has new hours (6 a.m. to midnight), a new number (503-823-7773), and is recruiting for a new advisory committee! Hit the link in bio to learn more about the committee and apply by Oct 27 to help shape PSR’s future.

Important to point out how destructive the entire Trump program is to the economy. Raising cost of virtually every stage of production via tariffs and these ICE raids. Impounding federal grants. Gutting university system, public health and research centers, while cutting taxes for the rich.

This Wednesday at 6 PM, Council will consider 2 items about federal actions in Portland: the Protect Portland Initiative resolution, & the Sanctuary City Codification ordinance. @counciloravalos.bsky.social & I made this video to give a little more info about the legislation. See you Wednesday!


“Our City Council is not sitting back. In Portland, we protect each other. We stand up for each other. And we will fight together to uphold the constitutional rights that belong to everyone in our community.”

 @counciloravalos.bsky.social www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...

On Wednesday 10/15 at 6 PM, City Council will be hearing the first two pieces of legislation related to Portland's response to the federal government. A short 🧵on this meeting: There are three items on the agenda: The first is the Urban Forest Plan. The other two are about the federal gov't. 1/5

In Washington DC earlier this year, scenes of local police and National Guard members sweeping homeless encampments appeared under Trump’s crackdown in the city. Here’s what other cities’ troop presence reveals about their roles, and what to expect if troops show up in Portland.

Next week City Council will hear a pair of legislation that formally denounces the Trump Administration's attempt to terrorize our city with militarized units, while codifying Sanctuary City status protections. Portlanders have been waiting for a formal expression of City's Council will on this.

Getting caught up with the news about the possibility of federal troops in Portland? 👇Here are some stories from this week's issue to check out.

This news followed Noem’s Tuesday visit to Portland, where she visited the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in South Portland, which has been the focus of months of protests opposing President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

In today’s Labor and Workforce Development Committee happening now, we’re introducing presentations on wage theft in the construction industry and in caregiving. We’ll also discuss the Future Ready Oregon program. www.portland.gov/council/agen...

Like I said: Kristi Noem is a liar, has no honor, and we are lucky that we have a proud protest tradition that shows this administration we are not backing down. 🫡🐸🐔

Portlanders will not be cowed by this administration. When undignitaries like Kristi Noem visit for their photo ops and get mocked by people in animal costumes it’s because that’s the level of respect they deserve. Doing the work of mass deportation is the least honorable thing a person can do.

The brand-new Portland Street Response Committee, which was created by the resolution I co-sponsored, is accepting applications for 14 members who will advise the City Council on the development and growth of Portland Street Response. Apply today! Applications are due Monday, Oct. 27.

Traffic #Alert: Roads may be impacted in and around the Portland area due to a dignitary visit. Roads especially in the south waterfront area could be temporarily closed. Please plan alternate routes.

Amidst everything going on with Trump's attack on the cities like Portland, I don't want to miss the very important and urgent need to condemn Israel's interception of the Sumud Flotilla and call for the immediate release of Paul Reid and Stephen Wahab, two Portlanders held hostage.