Councilor Elana Pirtle-Guiney

Multnomah County and Portland leaders, community partners call on Trump administration to fund food assistance to prevent hardship, hunger and suffering for 136,000 County residents The federal administration can immediately act to release these contingency funds at any time — today, even — and spare 136,000 of our neighbors from needless suffering and hunger.

Together we are calling on the Trump administration to immediately release contingency funds that will keep millions of Americans from hunger, including roughly 136,000 people in Multnomah County alone who rely on federal food assistance.

That’s almost 1 in 5 Multnomah County residents.

"The burst of Portland pride we’re witnessing isn’t just a response to Trump’s threats. It’s a reminder of who we’ve always been."

My piece for @usatoday.com shares what's happening on the ground in Portland and why it matters for cities across the country.

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A joint statement from the Portland City Council on today's 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling.

These steps are part of a long game, but last night, we showed that Portland is not backing down. Thank you to everyone who came out to share this moment with us. We are just getting started.

Last night, the Protect Portland Initiative and @councilorkanal.bsky.social's Sanctuary City ordinance passed unanimously at City Council.

I am so thankful to my Council colleagues, our administration, and the many community groups and community members who have come to the table around this work.

Portland, we've got plenty to talk about! Join me for a community conversation at the newly opened After Ours this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Have some coffee, ask your questions, and be in community – something we all need right now. Hope to see you there!

On Wednesday, we present the “Protect Portland Initiative” to the full City Council, alongside @councilortkl.bsky.social and @councilorclark.bsky.social.

Opinion: Portland City Council stands ready to meet this moment While the 12 city councilors representing four districts may disagree on various matters, they are united in their commitment to protect Portland, write City Councilor Candace Avalos and City Council ...


“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.”



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Come show your support Wednesday evening when our resolution, called the "Protect Portland Initiative," is introduced. We are stronger together.

On Wednesday, October 15, @counciloravalos.bsky.social, @councilortkl.bsky.social, @councilorclark.bsky.social, and I will present a joint resolution to Council that creates a coordinated framework to safeguard Portlanders targeted by those at the highest levels of our nation’s government.

Portland City Councilors are united against the federal administration’s efforts to sow division in our community.

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Join us today at 5:30 pm for a community conversation. We are stronger together.

Please join me for a Community Conversation with @repdexteror.bsky.social tomorrow at 5:30!

Donald Trump, pull back these troops, end their unnecessary mission, and allow them to return home to their jobs and families in California.

Our city should not be a testing ground for political stunts. Portland is our home.

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Local law enforcement and community leaders are equipped to handle public safety as Portlanders exercise their right to protest. We did not ask for and do not want military intervention.

YouTube video by CBS Mornings What to know about President Trump's plan to send National Guard to Portland

I joined @cbsmornings.bsky.social today to share Portland’s unified opposition to President Trump’s unfounded decision to deploy the Oregon National Guard here in our city.
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Join me, Councilor Dan Ryan, and @councilorkanal.bsky.social for a joint gathering at the Hollywood Farmers Market on September 27! We’ll be tabling on NE 45th and NE Hancock next to the Grocery Outlet parking lot from 10 to 11, and available around the market from 11 to 12. See you there!

Chat with Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney's Team: Office Pop Up Event Timing: September 19, 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Kenton Library, Kenton Large Community Room, 8226 N Denver Ave, Portland, OR 97217 Contact us at councilor.pirtle-guiney@portlandoregon.gov

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The next office pop-up with my team will be Friday, September 19 at Kenton Library (8226 N Denver Ave) from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. I'll drop the link to register for a 15-minute time slot in the comments below. My staff can't wait to connect with you!

Cathedral Park Community Conversation w/ Sen. Reynolds RSVP Please join Sen. Reynolds, Commissioner Shannon Singleton, and Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney, for a community conversation followed by an optional swim at Cathedral Park (6422 N Philadelphia A...

If you plan to attend, please RSVP here and feel free to submit questions you would like us to discuss. This RSVP is not required, and all are welcome, but it is very helpful for us to anticipate the number of folks that plan to attend.

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I'll note that we are actively monitoring the algae bloom notice issued by the Oregon Health Authority, and the optional swim at the end of the event may be cancelled if the notice is still in effect.

Please join me, Senator Reynolds, and Commissioner Singleton for a community conversation at Cathedral Park, August 21 at 4:30 p.m!

During this conversation, we will share our offices' work over the last year, discuss what's ahead, and hear your thoughts about our community and state.

This historic donation is another remarkable sign that Portland is on the upswing. It will support cancer treatment, research, and patient care in our community at an absolutely critical moment for the future of healthcare and healthcare research in this country.

Chat with Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney's Team: Office Pop Up/Converse con el equipo de la presidenta del Consejo, Elana Pirtle-Guiney: reuniones informales Event Timing: August 21, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. St. Johns Community Center, 8427 N Central St, Portland, OR Contact us at councilor.pirtle-guiney@portlandoregon.gov Horario del evento: 21 de agosto, de 2:0...

Here is the link to register!

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My team is hosting an office pop-up on Thursday, August 21 at the St. Johns Community Center from 2 to 4. Our policy intern Wendy Sangucho Loachamin will there to offer Spanish translation services. Please use the QR code to register for a 15-minute timeslot! My staff can't wait to meet you.

Community Conversation: Recapping the City and County Budgets · Multnomah County County Commissioner Shannon Singleton and City Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney for a community conversation to recap the budget process. The County Board of Commissioners approved a $4 billion b...

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Reminder! This Saturday, @shannonsingleton.bsky.social and I are holding a joint town hall to discuss this year's budget processes, County/City updates, and community ideas. Living Cully is joining us at the event as our community partner, and we are so excited to have them.

Join me and @shannonsingleton.bsky.social to recap this year’s budget process at the City and County levels. Doors open at 10:00 a.m., with the conversation beginning at 10:30. Refreshments will be provided. Can’t wait to see you there!

As a parent of young kids, I know how important this levy is for our parks. I'll be first in line to advocate for a ballot measure that Councilors can get behind and Portlanders can get excited about — balancing the needs of our parks with our community’s financial capacity. (5/5)