Councilor Smith Proposes Key Amendment to Fall Budget Ordinance Ahead of City Council Vote
November 11, 2025
Friends and neighbors
Councilor Smith is pleased to share some significant news that will positively impact the community. City Council will be voting tomorrow, November 12th, 2025, at 9:30am on the Fall Technical Adjustment Ordinance (TAO). Councilor Angelita Morillo is proposing an amendment (Morillo 1) that significantly amends the Fall TAO. Councilor Smith will be proposing an amendment to Councilor Morillo’s amendment (Smith 1), which proposes important revisions to the current TAO adjustments drafted by Mayor Wilson.
After listening to community voices from our neighborhood associations and businesses, Smith 1 represents a crucial step forward in promoting responsible budgeting and support for vital community programs. Notably, it restores $4.35 million for the Impact Reduction Program, which was previously removed in the Morillo 1 amendment. This funding is essential for creating safer, cleaner neighborhoods and supporting campsite sweeps and clean-up initiatives.
Additionally, the amendment allocates nearly $873,000 in carryover funds to strengthen law enforcement efforts through the Police Bureau. It also directs over $1 million in carryover funds to Parks, enabling timely improvements and community programs.
Councilor Smith also advocates for continued support in other areas, including rent assistance, food allocations, and the return of $10 million to the employee Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) fund, as outlined in Morillo 1. This move aims to eliminate the Employee Cost of Living Adjustment Fund from being used to fund Mayor Wilson’s TAO, reaffirming our commitment to fair treatment of our city employees.
Smith views this as a crucial step in rebuilding trust and demonstrating respect for our dedicated city employees, who deserve a cost-of-living adjustment. Their work is vital to the well-being of our community.
Overall, this amendment underscores a shared commitment to public safety, community welfare, and prudent financial management.
Portland City Councilor, Loretta Smith, District 1
Media Contact: Elijah Crawford, Chief of Staff 971-710-2557
IG: @Councilorlorettasmith
Website: portland.gov/council/smith
Email: councilor.smith@portlandoregon.gov
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