Portland City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez

This week, the City Council recognized October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We heard powerful stories from survivors and advocates. We were reminded that anyone can be affected, regardless of age, race, or background. Nationally, over 300,000 Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and the Pacific Northwest has a higher-than-average diagnosis rate. Early detection saves lives. Unfortunately, most of us know a friend or family member who has fought or lost this battle, let’s continue to raise awareness and support those impacted by this disease.

Happy Halloween 2024!

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The opening of the North Portland TASS Site brings the City’s stock of sleeping units to almost 900, marking significant progress in our commitment to providing a pathway from life on the streets to hope and independence. This site, along with our Safe Rest Villages and the Clinton Triangle TASS Site, offer more than just shelter; they provide essential services, community, and hope.

By prioritizing pod-style shelters with wraparound support services, the City is addressing not only immediate shelter needs but also empowering individuals to rebuild their lives. I'm committed to further supporting these pod-style shelters because they've proven their effectiveness and are making a difference every day.

Portland opens 10th city-operated shelter site, raising total sleeping units to nearly 860 The city of Portland celebrated the opening of the 10th city-operated shelter site on Monday, which brings the number of city-managed sleeping units for people

Thank you Oregon State Police, these efforts likely saved many lives. To stem the tide of the fentanyl crisis in Portland, we need dramatic medical interventions and proactive law enforcement like this inside and outside the city.

Police seize over 10 pounds of fentanyl and he**in en route to Portland

Police seize over 10 pounds of fentanyl and he**in en route to Portland Police arrested 22-year-old D**o Rodrigues and 20-year-old Mateo Marin Peraza for posession and delivery of fentanyl and he**in.