Date: September 12, 2025
Summary
The Portland City Council Labor & Workforce Development Committee convened on September 11, 2025, to discuss matters related to labor and workforce, particularly focusing on emergency preparedness and the historical impact of the 9/11 attacks. The meeting was chaired by Councilor Loretta Smith, with notable absences from Vice Chair Mitch Green and Councilor Dunphy. The committee was joined by Isaac McKlymont, President of the Portland Firefighters Union, who detailed the profound effects of 9/11 on firefighters, including long-term health issues and improvements in firefighting techniques and equipment. The discussion also covered the need for increased firefighter training, additional fire stations, and enhanced emergency preparedness infrastructure to adequately address potential future disasters like the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. The meeting underscored the importance of community readiness and the ongoing commitment to honoring the legacy of 9/11 through improved public safety measures.
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