Last week I met with the Homestead Neighborhood Association. Our conversation covered traffic safety, invasive vegetation management, baseball fields, and more.

My latest newsletter includes a celebration of a new Safe Route to School in South Portland; a huge infrastructure investment in Arlington Heights; neighborhood news out of Multnomah, Marshall Park, Forest Park, Linnton, and Goose Hollow; and much more. Please click here to read it and subscribe.

September 4th Update from Council Vice President Clark

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This week as part of Goose Hollow Days, I celebrated the centennial of the iconic Vista Bridge — a shining example of why we need to invest in lasting infrastructure! The afternoon featured horticultural displays, historic streetcar tours, vintage cars, soapbox derby races, and history talks.

This morning I joined parents and neighborhood leaders in celebrating a safer route to the International School of Portland in South Portland!

Today I enjoyed live music by The Bon Ton Rulers, lawn games, ice cream, and more during the Linnton Taco Block Party at Kingsley Park!

Last night in celebration of National Dog Day, Darcelle XV Plaza hosted the “Pups on the Plaza Fashion Show”!

Last night I attended Marshall Park Neighborhood Association’s annual ice cream social in the park that bears its name. This stunning natural area includes a 400-foot-wide canyon formed by Tryon Creek, which runs through it, and a waterfall framed by rock boulders.

This week I joined Councilors Smith and Zimmerman in meeting with Congresswoman Bynum, whose district includes Portland. We discussed a range of issues including homelessness and behavioral health, infrastructure needs, and more.

Last weekend my staff joined Councilor Zimmerman to celebrate Forest Park Neighborhood Association’s 50th anniversary at Skyline Tavern. This unique neighborhood, at the edge of one of the nation’s largest urban forests, is part of a wildlife corridor that connects into Oregon’s Coast Range.

Are you ready for a disaster, inclement weather, or a major community disruption that requires evacuation or sheltering in place? The Southwest Hills Residential League is co-hosting a Safety and Survival Summit from 1-5pm Sunday, August 30th at Ainsworth Elementary School to help you prepare!

Come down to Portland City Hall for the PDX Hip-Hop Week Kickoff Block Party until 8pm today!

Attention, bird watchers: Follow the Crows is a 30-sculpture public art trail that’s on display across the city until Halloween.

With summer winding down, it’s not too late to treat yourself to one last vacation — without leaving the city! That’s the idea behind Portland Staycation, which lets you take advantage of deals, hotel packages, special menus, and entertainment experiences from 100+ businesses and attractions.

Last weekend I stopped by the Southwest Portland Tool Library, an all-volunteer operation where tools are like books! For more information and to get involved, visit bsky.app/profile/swpt....

Great news: After a yearlong delay, the Washington Park Reservoir plaza and upper reflecting pool are officially opening to the public today! In 2021 the Portland Water Bureau replaced its original 1894 reservoirs with a 12.4 million-gallon, seismically reinforced underground reservoir.

I had a ball last weekend at Multnomah Days: My team marched in the parade with Councilor Zimmerman’s team, I ran into friends old and new, and I bought some affordable creations at Multnomah Arts Center!

This week I attended the latest Portland Police Bureau hiring ceremony, where 4 officers were promoted to lieutenant and 11 new officers were sworn in — including (from left) Brenda Padilla Cervantes, Arina Conners, and Tiffany Parker.

My latest newsletter includes an update on the Centennial Mills fire; a positive progress report from Travel Portland; neighborhood news out of the Pearl, Goose Hollow, Sylvan-Highlands, and Hillsdale; and much more. Please click here to read it and become a subscriber.

August 14th Update from Council Vice President Clark

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What better way to start the day than with a District 4 stroll organized by Oregon Walks! Executive Director Mike Dennis led us on an engaging walk through downtown, highlighting exciting new projects and unique areas like the Pink Light District. A great morning exploring Portland on foot!

Yesterday I joined Councilor Zimmerman for National Night Out at DeWitt Park in my former Hillsdale neighborhood! It was a joyous evening of kid’s activities, raffle prizes, and community connections with more than a dozen organizations. Appreciation to the Hillsdale Neighborhood Association!

Last night I had the pleasure of joining the Sylvan-Highlands Neighborhood Association for their bimonthly meeting. We had a great conversation covering a range of important issues, from traffic safety and crime prevention to housing and neighborhood concerns.

This weekend I rode the Willamette Shore Trolley from my neighborhood in South Portland to Lake Oswego. It’s a great, scenic 45-minute ride along the river.

Last week I attended Portland Art Museum’s Summer Soirée, where British-Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori unveiled his monumental mural “Mountains Full of Blessings” — transforming a section of the urban street grid into a pedestrian plaza haven.

Last week I toured the Bull Run Filtration Project, which is creating jobs and investing in infrastructure to help our community thrive.

This week I attended the opening of a plein-air exhibition at Oregon Art Center.

The Multnomah Neighborhood Association has been keeping busy this summer! 🕊️ Tomorrow they will dedicate a memorial bench in honor of civic advocate Moses Ross from 5-5:30pm at Village Park. Attendees are encouraged to stick around until 7:30pm for the First Friday Concert in the Park.

This morning I welcomed civil rights leader Kathleen Saadat to City Hall as she delivered public comment to Council about the need to set aside personal egos for the greater good. I couldn’t agree more.

The 9th Annual Goose Hollow Days continued this week with a festive picnic at Providence Park! Every year, a series of events highlights topics of interest — history, sports, arts, community, nature, and more — in this neighborhood of 7,000 residents and businesses.

Last night Portland Japanese Garden hosted a reception honoring the 35th anniversary of the Oregon-Toyama Sister-State Relationship.

Yesterday Portland Fire & Rescue responded to a four-alarm fire at the 116-year-old, eight-story former Centennial Mills Warehouse.