City Club recently hosted a panel discussion on the 2024 elections. Political ops from both sides of the aisle discussed Portland’s new, more diverse City Council, the Congressional race that elected Oregon’s first Black Congresswoman, and how Democrat and Republican wins differed at the local, state, and federal levels. Continue reading→
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Join City Club for In-Person Events with Portland’s New City Councilors
This winter, City Club of Portland will host a four-program series: Meet Your New City Councilors! The series is free and open to the public. Each program will be held in person at a venue within the featured district and include both a moderated conversation and informal social time with the Councilors. Continue reading→
“How Deflection is Working in East County” Health & Public Safety Issue Panel
This event was in person only and not recorded. Subscribe to our email list to stay informed about similar future events! On January 29, the Health and Public Safety Issue Committee hosted a panel with Tony Vezina, Executive Director of 4D Recovery, and Gresham Police Chief Travis Gullberg. Continue reading→