Candidate for Portland City Council - District 4 in 2024 Oregon General Election.
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Get StartedAs a city government, we must take a strong stance against drugs and meet the homeless where they're at. Learn more
I will introduce ordinances compelling these very profitable companies to share their profits through living wages, zero cost benefits like comprehensive healthcare, generous paid time off accruals and 401K matching programs along with retirement packages, and stock buy in options just to name a few. Learn more
To keep current businesses from leaving and attract new businesses, I will push for the creation of the Offie of Small Business. Cities smaller than Portland have one, but we don't. The Offie of Small Business will help current and new businesses navigate the labyrinth of red tape because so many get lost in launching/expanding their businesses. Learn more
I also will explore tax incentives to help lower the costs of buying and owning a home in addition to the already available programs and resources/services. Learn more
To increase city funding, any/all nonemergency/nonessential vehicles parked in a bike lane will receive a 600 fee on top a 10% fee based on the vehicles value brand new penalty with the penalties doubling per incident. Learn more
I want to give individuals with physical and mental challenges opportunities to work while keeping their benefits with the federal government. What this translates to is that these individuals can only work 10-15 hours max a month. The city has too many vacant administrative positions (many of these are phone positions that leave users on hold forever due to inadequate staffing) that these individuals could fill if only given a chance. Learn more
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