Commissioner Mingus Mapps

Thrilled to join Congressman Blumenauer, Congresswoman Bonamici, and TriMet General Manager Sam Desue at TriMet’s “The Future of Clean Transit is H2ere!” event! Together, we're celebrating the vital federal support that’s fueling TriMet’s zero-emissions fleet. Huge thanks to our partners for paving the way towards a sustainable transportation future in our region! Let’s keep moving forward!

Got a behind-the-scenes look at Street Roots’ new Old Town digs. This space supports, empowers, and offers healing to the 250+ vendor community.

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program is seeking public comment on their Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (DSEIS). Today, along with other members of the program’s Executive Steering Group I got a preview of the DSEIS which provides details about various bridge elements and impacts on travel times, climate, and community. The public comment period ends November 18.

https://www.interstatebridge.org/draftseis?utm_source=omg&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=omg_local_site_hpto_2024_bridge_replacement_comment_period

On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor the brave service members who remain unaccounted for and the families waiting for their loved ones to come home. For more than 80,000 Americans, the uncertainty continues—a reminder of the sacrifices they continue to make, and the responsibility we have to them.

Growing up I heard stories of both my grandfathers’ service in World War II. One fought in the Pacific Theatre, enduring unimaginable hardships, while the other, a Black serviceman, faced discrimination in uniform, only able to eat in Portland Chinese restaurants, as he was refused service in most others. Veterans in Portland still face many challenges; houselessness, both visible and invisible disabilities, jobs, and more. They deserve our respect, and our attention every day.

Today, we hold these families especially close in our hearts. If you’re looking to give back, please consider volunteering or donating to local American Legion posts, or other Veterans’ organizations. Support your local veteran serving organizations:

Portland, OR veteran organizations | Cause IQ Directory of 177 military and veterans organizations in Portland, OR.

Thrilled to welcome the WNBA to Portland today with the unveiling of ! Portland has some of the best sports fans in the entire country, and I can’t wait to see a packed Moda Center supporting women’s basketball in 2026!

https://www.kgw.com/article/sports/wnba/wnba-expansion-team-portland-oregon/283-0a4ce768-d3eb-4f18-a70f-7c6437668305