Rene has fought to keep our public spaces clear and accessible for all, earning the support of Portland’s disabled community. He has fought to stop enabling the humanitarian crisis on our streets by ending the distribution of tents and drug kits. Rene supported temporary alternative shelter sites and safe rest villages when it wasn’t popular; … Continued

For too long, housing development has stalled while costs keep going up, saddling all Portlanders with some of the highest living costs in the country. As Mayor, Rene will work with builders to invest in our community in ways that meet affordable housing goals while also adding to overall housing supply. We need to do … Continued

Rene will work to attract investment and fix Portland’s national reputation. We need to think big again! Economic recovery and public safety go hand in hand. Portland should be a place where families, seniors, entrepreneurs and creators want to come live, grow and thrive. Rene wants to set up all Portlanders for success by leading … Continued

Our city should be a welcoming, inclusive city for all. This means supporting our LGBTQ+ community, families, seniors, and entrepreneurs who call Portland home. It means supporting the arts to bring people together and strengthen our social fabric. Last but not least, it means focusing on livability, safe, clean parks and streets, thriving small businesses, … Continued

Rene has been a champion for public safety on the City Council, leading the fight for the additional ambulances the city needed and reducing 911 response times. He is working to create an environment where law enforcement is visible, effective, and accountable. As Mayor, Rene will prioritize gun violence as the urgent emergency it is, … Continued