Affirm Council support for transparency and accountability in law enforcement and urge all law enforcement personnel operating within the City to fully identify themselves and refrain from wearing masks while engaging with the community
Affirm Council support for transparency and accountability in law enforcement and urge all law enforcement personnel operating within the City to fully identify themselves and refrain from wearing masks while engaging with the community
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2 Council session appearances; latest Mar 17, 2026.
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The official title identifies the requested subject or action.
Official text was found in the reviewed record.
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2 linked supporting documents found.
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Documents
Official page textRead
WHEREAS, the City Council and Mayor Wilson recognize the importance of community safety and the need to foster trust between residents and law enforcement; andWHEREAS, the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the community has raised significant concerns among residents regarding safety, privacy, and the well‑being of Portland's immigrant population; andWHEREAS, the Council remains committed to upholding the values of inclusivity, respect, and dignity for all individuals residing in Portland.NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council affirms its support for transparency and accountability in all law enforcement activities; andBE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that City Council calls on all law enforcement personnel operating within the City to fully identify themselves and refrain from wearing masks while engaging with the community, in accordance with state law.
Motions, amendments & votes
Motion to table the Resolution: Moved by Smith and seconded by Kanal. Vote not called.
Motion to suspend the rules to add a resolution, Document Number 2026-029, to the end of the agenda: Moved by Smith and seconded by Novick. (Aye (4): Smith, Morillo, Novick, Kanal; Absent (1): Zimmerman) Item continued to future agenda.
Motion to suspend the rules to add a resolution, Document Number 2026-029, to the end of the agenda: Moved by Smith and seconded by Novick. (Aye (4): Smith, Morillo, Novick, Kanal; Absent (1): Zimmerman) Item continued to future agenda.
Money & effects
The proposed resolution reinforces the City of Portland's commitment to community safety, transparency, and the protection of civil rights for all residents. By affirming concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities and requesting law enforcement personnel to clearly identify themselves while interacting with the public, the resolution strengthens trust between residents and public safety agencies.
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Implementation & accountability
The reviewed source does not identify a responsible City organization.
No explicit direction or commitment was found in the reviewed official text.
Timeline
- DOCUMENT PUBLISHED
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- Council Action
Tabled
- Council Action
Continued