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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 1d

The WNBA is returning! This is an exciting development for the City of Roses as we grow into a capital for women’s sports. I purchased my Portland Fire season tickets this weekend and look forward to joining friends and thousands of fans at the games in 2026!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 2d

Please join me Friday for my next constituent office hours in the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood!

Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 3d

The Mayor’s action is responsive to longtime community concerns, and I will urge him to continue listening to neighborhood voices. For more information visit portland.gov/sscc/camping-ordinance.

Camping Ordinance

Portland's Public Camping Ordinance prohibits camping in public spaces when people have access to reasonable alternate shelter. It also sets rules for camping that threatens health and safety. The Cit...

portland.gov

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 3d

Mayor Wilson has shared a video clarifying what this change means for people experiencing homelessness and our city. www.instagram.com/reel/DQckVav...

portlandgovmayor on Instagram: "We can't arrest our way out of homelessness. Nor should we. But for too long, we have failed to enforce our existing laws on danger…"

We can't arrest our way out of homelessness. Nor should we. But for too long, we have failed to enforce our existing laws on dangerous activities that hurt the community. You may have heard that we will return to enforcing city laws on camping on November 1st. I want to clarify what that means for people experiencing homelessness and our city. There are two pieces to this ordinance. First, if we have enough shelter, which we do, camping isn't allowed in public spaces. Second, any camping must be responsible. Encampments can't block pedestrian access, set fires, dump trash, or do other things that hurt people or the environment. I've asked our police to issue citations for these violations. They'll be focusing on law, breaking behavior and actions that harm our community. No one will be arrested simply for camping, nor should they. However, we will arrest those who have open warrants or who have broken the law in ways that prey on our community. Our courts have an important role in helping individuals make better choices. That's why I've been meeting with representatives of our court system to find ways we can help connect individuals with the services they need. We've put our heart and our soul into our emergency shelter beds and day centers. We have resources available for those who need them. Every person deserves a safe bed every night and to live in a safe, sanitary and accessible city. Finally, I want to say thank you to our city Outreach team and Portland Police. It's important that they have resources they need to work with vulnerable individuals on a case by case basis. I believe this effort will save lives and restore vibrancy and livability to our city. Like you, we've been monitoring every step. We'll scale our successes and we'll learn from our failures. Thank you for all your support. More information can be found atPortland.gov/camping-ordinanceAlso at link in bio.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 3d

Effective tomorrow, the City will resume enforcement of its Public Camping Ordinance, which prohibits camping in public spaces when people have access to reasonable alternate shelter.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 3d

Happy Halloween from Portland City Hall! Special thanks to Council Operations staff for organizing a pumpkin-carving potluck during our lunch break yesterday.

Please drive carefully and look out for trick-or-treaters this evening!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

In addition, Portland is fortunate to have community resources like the Filipino Bayanihan Center, the Filipino American Association of Portland and Vicinity, and the Foundation for Philippine Progress.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

• P-Dinh Finishing Bindery: Founded in 1998 by Phillip Dinh, this Northwest District business at 2952 NW Yeon Avenue specializes in handcrafted bindery of items like custom boxes, book covers, game boards, and menus.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

• Pamana: Meaning “legacy” or “heritage” in Tagalog, this restaurant serves Filipino American fare from the duo behind the beloved food cart Baon Kainan. It’s located inside The Hoxton, an Old Town boutique hotel at 15 NW Fourth Avenue.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

Here are some other District 4 businesses that are Filipino American-owned or that serve the community:

• Hunny Beez: This Filipino fusion restaurant, across from Portland Art Museum at 1434 SW Park Avenue, is known for its amazing chicken adobo wings.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

This week my office stopped by Stickers Asian Cafe, a family-run restaurant that has served the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood since 1998. Owner Cham Murrell says their homemade dumpling recipes come from the province of Pampanga, which is considered the food capital of the Philippines.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

As we celebrate Filipino American History Month, Filipino Americans are now the nation’s second-largest Asian American group and an integral part of Portland’s vibrant small-business community.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know that the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States dates back to 1587, when “Luzones Indios” landed at what is now Morro Bay, California?

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 5d

Steve Dunn, who is retiring at the end of the year, has been following the neighborhood once a month since April. “A Year in Downtown: The Halfway Point” will air at 6:30pm Tuesday.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 5d

Last week I spoke with KATU at the Ankeny West Food Carts about the changing face of our downtown core as well as my hopes and dreams for the neighborhood and the progress of Portland as a whole.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 6d

I’m thrilled about this project and share the belief that it will be a game-changer for Portland’s live music scene and a catalyst for revitalizing the Lloyd business district. Congratulations to Monqui Presents and AEG on this exciting new chapter for our city!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 6d

Last week my team joined Governor Kotek and other leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new live music performance venue at Lloyd Center. This three-story, 68,000-square-foot venue will welcome up to 4,000 guests and create 17 full-time jobs — and it is fully financed with private dollars.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 7d

When more fans are attracted to the city’s core for games, shows, and cultural events, our restaurants, hotels, and retailers will also feel the economic impact.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 7d

Elizabeth told me that every dollar spent on arts generates $5 for the local economy. She says big plans are ahead for next summer as part of the “We Play for Portland” arts and sports coalition to celebrate the arrival of the Portland Fire women’s basketball team.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 7d

Elizabeth is part of the Oregon Alliance of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, which recently compiled Cultural Corridor and Beyond: Portland’s Art Map. You can pick up a copy at arts and culture venues around town, or email us at [email protected] and we’ll mail you one!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 7d

Did you know that Portland has a higher density of art galleries than any city on the entire West Coast?

Last week I met with Elizabeth Leach Gallery, which has been serving the Pearl District since 1981!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 10d

Special thanks to Eastmoreland Golf Course Bar & Grill for hosting us and to Eastmoreland Neighborhood Association for helping to get the word out! I'll be speaking at their next meeting on November 20th; you can find details here.

ENA Board Meeting — Eastmoreland Neighborhood Association

Location and agenda to be announced.

eastmorelandpdx.org

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 10d

Yesterday we had a record-setting turnout for our constituent happy hour in Eastmoreland! It was a robust give-and-take conversation about a host of issues, from taxes to housing to federal overreach in District 4.

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 11d

We discussed their concerns about increasing tourism and foot traffic, while celebrating some recent successes. This summer Portland hosted its largest convention ever when 7,000 people from the National Education Association came to the City of Roses!

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Councilor Olivia Clark @councilorclark.bsky.social · 11d

ORLA is the leading business association for the state’s food service and lodging industry. The trade organization represents close to 3,000 members and advocates for more than 11,300 food service locations and more than 2,000 lodging establishments.

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