When a crisis hits, all of us deserve first responders to show up fast

Since the pandemic, despite dramatically rising per-call costs and fewer calls, police response times have slowed dramatically. The city’s data suggest they have the staffing right now to dramatically improve staff times.

It’s time for the City Auditor to evaluate this data and provide an objective report to voters. Contact the City Auditor: auditorsoffice@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-4078