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Justice for Teens – Improving Outcomes

In October, the Portland League presented a discussion about the effects of Measure 11 on young offenders. Click on the recording below to hear what our speakers told us about how Measure 11 affects teens accused of crimes.

Consultants hired by the city auditor said they’ve repeated the same recommendations over the years, and it’s time for Portland police to do more than just agree with their findings. https://t.co/vZrpP8ynWg

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The public comment period on the criteria for Portland’s independent district plan closes on April 3 at 8 am. If you can't join the public hearing on March 22, don't worry! You can submit comments online, via email, via phone, or by mail. Info here: https://t.co/mbK3aCMO8K

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OPB’s look at the gaping holes in Oregon’s mental health system, including how Oregonians with the most serious mental illnesses often have inconsistent access to services and housing options. https://t.co/YQi9sG0MTc

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Our next election is the May 16, 2023 School Board and Special Election. We will have lots of nonpartisan information for voters on this website in April, before voters receive their ballots. If you are not yet registered to vote, the last day to register for this election is Tuesday, April 25.

Find links here to the video and podcast of our February 8 Zoom Webinar, Progress & Challenges for Portland Police and Policing Alternatives.

View or listen to the recordings of our Zoom Webinar, Election Debrief: What’s next? See more information in the article on the homepage of this website here.

Recording of “Gun Safety, Responsible Use & Policy – Zoom webinar” is available now. Learn about measures to prevent gun violence and injuries and ensure safety in our schools and neighborhoods.

The videos of the 2021-22 Panel Discussions on the International Climate Change Change Conference (COP26), the Portland Charter Review Interim Report, and on Immigration and Refugee Resettlement are now posted on our YouTube channel. We also have a 7-minute video about Teaching High School Civics with the Case Method made after our October event. It is posted here. We also have podcasts of all these programs.

Read our Recent Testimony page for a short summary of our recent letter to Portland Police Chief Lovell and our testimony to the OR Senate Committee on Energy and the Environment.