Rogue Uber steamrolls into Portland … after law-abiding Union Cab waited 22 months for permits Jan 13, 2015 City of Portland says it will rewrite rules by April 9 to make Uber legal
Labor gets seat on Portland’s utility reform task force Jun 30, 2014 Blue-ribbon commission will come up with reforms to City water and sewer bureaus
Eight reasons Portland union members should vote ‘no’ on the Water District measure Apr 29, 2014 Soaked by high water bills, 26-156 might sound like a good idea … ’til you know the details.
Labor wary about public water district Aug 9, 2013 Initiative would take control of water and sewer away from the City of Portland
Unanimous City Council: Portland workers will have sick leave Apr 3, 2013 How a labor and community alliance improved life for over 250,000 workers
Sick leave ordinance goes before Portland City Council Jan 29, 2013 Commissioner Fritz takes lead on workers rights advance that would impact 2 in 5 Portland workers.
Laborers Council, Fire, Police unions withdraw endorsements of Jefferson Smith for Portland mayor Oct 11, 2012 The three labor organizations aren’t recommending any candidate in the mayoral race.
Portland school bond measure has union support Oct 2, 2012 The measure funding school repairs is backed by police, fire, teachers and city and county unions.
City staff give green light to Union Cab Sep 28, 2012 Staff are recommending approval of a worker-owned taxi co-op, and sweeping reform of taxi rules.
Laborers 483 backs Jefferson Smith for mayor Sep 20, 2012 The local represents City workers who maintain streets, parks, and water treatment.
