As we prepare to establish the practices and expectations of a new, expanded Portland City Council structure, we need to thoughtfully and intentionally root our system in true, equitable, transparent, and honest community engagement.

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We need council members who seek out the voice of their constituents; who make themselves available to their community in accessible ways; who don't forget to engage the people they serve when faced with policy choices.

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I am a resolute advocate for equity, and particularly accessibility. I facilitate trainings and conversations to broaden the lens with which people see equity in action, and I challenge perspectives that are blind to the systemic challenges that create barriers to true access for all.

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