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Median Strip Ordinance Referral→At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Public comments (3)
OpposedJane DawsonSep 21, 2026
The Preble Street community organizer asked the council not to send the median strip ordinance to committee, arguing it punishes criminalizes rather than addresses pedestrian safety.
City Council - Sep 21, 2026 · 34:55 →OpposedCheryl HarkinsSep 21, 2026
An advocate with Homeless Voices for Justice urged the council not to send the ordinance to committee.
City Council - Sep 21, 2026 · 35:40 →NeutralMiles SmithSep 21, 2026
A Portland resident and bike/ped advisory committee board member said his group had no official position, but expressed frustration that other evidence-based traffic safety ordinances haven't been referred, and urged action on speed limits and crash-response protocols.
City Council - Sep 21, 2026 · 37:46 →