8 April 2024

The TRUTH Behind Oregon’s Fentanyl State of Emergency

On January 30th, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler, Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson, and Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency in a last-ditch effort to address the state’s deadly fentanyl crisis which has already claimed thousands of lives....

18 March 2024

Governor Cancels Tolling Projects: Lawmakers and Citizens React

Published on KATU ABC 2 Oregon lawmakers, including State Reps. Annessa Hartman, Courtney Neron, and Jules Walters, along with Clackamas County Chair Tootie Smith, have commended Governor Tina Kotek's decision to halt tolling projects on interstates 5 and 205, emphasizing the...

22 January 2024

Putting Public Safety First

In Clackamas County, public safety isn't just a talking point thrown around to win cheap political points – it's a priority. This commission has remained steadfast in its commitment to end the importation of disastrous policies of Portland Creep. This...

18 December 2023

Fengate-Led Consortium Hits Construction Milestone in Clackamas Courthouse Project

Published on finance.yahoo.com CPP has successfully topped off the Clackamas County Courthouse Replacement Project, adhering to the schedule. Under the leadership of Fengate Asset Management, the project remains on track for completion in May 2025. Read the full article here...

27 November 2023

We can stop tolling permanently!

Plans are underway to toll the essential freeways we rely on every day in Clackamas County for our transportation needs, but we can stop it! Some people might not know this, but the Portland metropolitan area is already under study...

13 November 2023

Just Say No to Measure 110

It’s well past time to admit the obvious: Measure 110, which decriminalized extremely dangerous drugs, has been a disaster. Presented to voters as the “Drug Addiction and Recovery Act,” this ill-conceived measure is actively destroying the quality of life for...

29 May 2023

Unveiling the ClackCo Audit: Delving into Claims of Misused Funds in the Sheriff’s Office

Published on Koin.com Tootie Smith leads calls for transparency in the audit of ClackCo Sheriff's Office budget following allegations of fund misuse. Smith's advocacy highlights the importance of accountability in public expenditure, ensuring taxpayer trust and effective governance. Read the...

19 October 2022

Putting the Cart Before the Horse

It’s no secret that I’ve been a vocal critic of Metro throughout the multiple decades of my life as an elected public official. Even prior to my stints as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives and Clackamas County...

21 September 2022

Too Little, Too Late

Housing is, and has been, one of the top issues for the citizens of Clackamas County for years now. The simple fact of the matter is that the amount of available housing has not kept up with the demand created...

7 September 2022

All About the Economy

This has been a rough year for households all across the United States, Oregon and Clackamas County. Reckless federal spending policies have reduced the value of the dollar and caused the worst inflation in four decades. The results are hitting...