Ethics Commission Fines Homelessness Influencer Over State Violations - Portland Mercury

"Dahlgren worked for the city of Gresham between 2018 and 2023 as a homeless services specialist, where part of his duties included using a city-issued card to purchase food, lodging, and gas for his clients experiencing poverty and homelessness."

"An OGEC review beginning in January 2024 found that Dahlgren used his clients' identities to document purchases and receive points on those purchases for his personal benefit."

"State law says public officials may not attempt to further or further the personal gain of the public official through the use of confidential information gained in the course of or by reason of holding position as a public official."

"The commission voted 7-0 to approve the order. Dahlgren did not respond to the Mercury's requests for comment."

Kevin Dahlgren, a former homeless services specialist in Gresham, was penalized $3,000 by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission for using client identities to gain personal rewards. His actions included using a city-issued card to document purchases for personal benefits, violating state law that prohibits public officials from using confidential information for personal gain. The OGEC's investigation concluded that Dahlgren's conduct was unethical and detrimental to the integrity of public service. The penalty will contribute to the state general fund.

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