"The councilor's comments came a day after it was reported that she was drafting an ordinance that would allow councilors to openly carry weapons while at City Hall, as an extra layer of self defense. Portland city codes prohibit the possession of a loaded firearm in public spaces or vehicles, with exceptions for those with a concealed carry permit, law enforcement officers, and others designated in Oregon law."
""To be clear, I denounce violence. I want to emphasize that violence is not the first and only solution to solving matters," Smith stated in a news release Friday. "And improving our security protocols is the best first action rather than an open carry ordinance.""
Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith denounces violence while seeking permission for councilors to openly carry loaded firearms at City Hall as an added layer of self-defense. She emphasizes that improving security protocols should be the first action rather than an open carry ordinance. Portland city code prohibits loaded firearms in public spaces or vehicles, with exceptions for concealed carry permit holders, law enforcement officers, and others designated in Oregon law. The proposal followed a City Council meeting disrupted by protesters demanding revocation of an ICE facility permit; security staff and police cleared the chambers and arrested four protesters.
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