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Some commissioners said that we need to expand storage so more flights can come in and out of the Portland airport. We disagree & believe in safety first. It is not fair to tell the people of Portland that their safety comes second and the interests of big fuel and big airlines come first. 🧵 2of 2

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We are disappointed that many Portland Planning Commissioners suggested that we should expand fuel storage at the CEI Hub. Yes, you read that correctly. Why?. 🧵 1 of 2

Leak: Portland City Official Says “We Are Committed” to Keeping the ICE Facility Open A leaked video appears to offer the first public statement from city leaders regarding their desire for the ICE facility to remain open

Shame on Portland City Administrator Raymond Lee. At an employee town hall, he said, “We are committed" to keeping the Macadam ICE facility open. Excellent reporting by kevinhfoster.bsky.social. substack.com/home/post/p-...

You've been waiting your whole life to learn a little about "renewable" naptha in the CEI Hub, right? All hazardous materials like "renewable" naptha should be regulated. Renewable fuels can explode, cause fires, and spill into the Willamette River. Yes to facts! No to greenwashing!

We're excited to partner with @jwjpdx.bsky.social at the Toxic Roots Comference. Registration is LIVE: bit.ly/TOXICROOTS

.08_Social and Physical Vulnerability to the Cascadia Earthquake This StoryMap illustrates the most vulnerable neighborhoods in Portland, OR, based on socio-economic and geophysical characteristics.

On our North Reach (of the Willamette River) reading list today: A StoryMap that shows the Portland neighborhoods most vulnerable to the Cascadia Earthquake storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/ea37...

Screenshot of Portland Planning Commission discussing the CEI Hub Policy Draft

The drawdown should align with the Oregon Department of Energy’s OREGON ENERGY STRATEGY’s goal of a 70% reduction in liquid and gaseous fuels by 2050. We can do this becaue Portland should be a global leader in climate policy and vision. 🧵 4/4

Dear Planning Commissioners, The vast majority of public testimony has called for a drawdown this year of 20-30% (which BPS’ own data shows is totally feasible without affecting fuel supplies) and a phased monitored drawdown every 5 years thereafter in line with decreasing state demands. 🧵 3/4

The only way to increase CEI Hub safety is to begin a process of reducing all hazardous flammable materials on liquefiable soils because even increased design standards, connecting infrastructure, and containment are likely to fail, especially for tanks closest to the river. AKA DRAWDOWN NOW! 🧵 2/4

Photo of CEI Hub tanks in center. Willamette River on left. Forest Park on right.

If you want to get into the weeds with us about increasing safety at the CEI Hub, then this is the thread for you. Some vocal Portland Planning Commissioners have been focused on geotechnical solutions while it is clear from experts that while these are necessary, they are not enough. 🧵 1/4

Trauma’s Long Reach: The Homicide of Ervin Jones - Street Roots Editor's note: This story contains graphic descriptions of racism and police violence. From the depth of the pain in their voices, you’d think it happened yesterday. The night Portland Police entered…

On our North Reach (of the Willamette River) reading list today: Trauma's Long Reach: The Homicide of Ervin Jons www.streetroots.org/arts-and-ent...

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Full house tonight at 350PDX’s action night about the danger of tear gas.

We support public access to our rivers and restoration of riparian zones. Do you?

The leading man tonight is Tom Armstrong, Senior Planner at Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. 🏆

Portland Planning Commission 02/24/26 https://www.portland.gov/bps/planning/planning-commission

We are watching the Portland Planning Commission discuss the Economic Opportunities Analysis and Columbia Corridor Industrial Lands policy live instead of watching the State of the Disunion. www.youtube.com/live/lEsyGbF...

Turquoise background. Image of three people eating lunch at a table. Invitation language.

Good morning folks! We invite you to our monthly bag lunch on Thursday 2/26 at the Braided River Gallery from noon to 1:30pm. We will be chatting about the CEI Hub, EOA, and the advocacy projects you’ve been working on. Children are welcome as always!

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Action Night! Tear Gas: Film & Speakers - 350PDX: Climate Justice When we scheduled our February Action Night, “The Dangers of Tear  Gas,” we did not realize how timely the event would be. Federal agents have once again escalated the use of chemical […]

Federal agents are poisoning our neighborhoods with chemical weapons. Come to 350PDX's action night at 6pm, Wed., Feb. 25 for a short film screening, panel discussion, & some preliminary info on the ordinance I'm developing to limit tear gas in Portland.

RSVP at 350pdx.org/event/tear-g...

#TearGas

How Oregonians came to own the state’s beaches The state's publicly owned beaches are a point of pride for many Oregonians. And we have one person to thank for that: Gov. Tom McCall.

On our lunch reading list: www.opb.org/news/article...

Ask us anything about Portland's Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub aka CEI Hub. It's the most dangerous place in our city and the largest heat island.

Bad ideas don't disqualify people from holding office. 💁‍♀️

Quick River Primer: Did you know that nearly all Portlanders live within 5 miles of our rivers? #Columbia #Willamette

We are proficient jugglers at Braided River Campaign. We are watchdogs too. We're especially interested in City of Portland's renewable fuels standards. It's a complicated, yet critical subject. We're gonna try to make it interesting for you.

Loretta Smith calls for open carry for Portland city councilors following latest protest The District 1 councilor said a Wednesday protest that ended in four arrests is the latest action at council meetings that has herself and her colleagues fearing for their safety.

Braided River Campaign opposes open carry gun laws. >> Loretta Smith calls for open carry for Portland city councilors following latest protest www.opb.org/article/2026...

Corporate subsidies!

The cost of a major disaster at the CEI Hub —contaminating the rivers, land, and air, killing people, and devastating communities— is estimated to be $2.6 billion. Prevent these damages instead of helping corporations sell more fuel and tickets to Moda Center events. @mayorkwilson.bsky.social

⚠️ PSA: Portland! Boosting! 📣

Please watch this dance performance / action. Creativity is one of our superpowers.

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A Data Center Threat Looms in Oregon Oregon's "JOBS Act" would give large tax breaks to corporations and may open the door for a data center expansion in the Portland metro

Despite claims from Oregon Senator Janeen Sollman and other sponsors, the Oregon “JOBS Act” appears to leave the door open for data center construction near Hillsboro.

The bill also offers tax breaks without a job creation guarantee, raising concerns that corporations will take advantage.