The first heatwave of the summer has arrived. As temperatures climb, there several things to keep in mind to stay safe. Find a map with places to cool off at StayCoolWashingtonCounty.com and tips from the experts.

WARNING - Oregon heatwave expected on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Reminder that there is a new heat rule to protect workers from heat illness or injury. Please share and stay cool❗️ #ClimateChange #HotFarmworkerSummer

Through rulemaking, Oregon can set historic precedent in the amount of respect it shows to the traditions and practices of Indigenous, religious, and spiritual communities who work with psilocybin and other entheogens. Visit oregon/gov/psilocybin to participate and learn more.

We had a wonderful time interviewing #MudboneGrown's Shantae Johnson and State Senator Akasha Lawrence Spence about reimagining food systems. 🌱 Watch the full discussion at our upcoming Donor Appreciation Event, on 7/28! Register here: mobilize.us/oregonfoodbank…

The National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures to climb into the 100s across many parts of Oregon this week. Heat-related illness can happen indoors or outdoors in as little as 10-15 minutes. Learn more about what to do if you see someone with these symptoms: ow.ly/uPuS50K3KI1

We’re experiencing an extended heatwave of temps in the 90s + 100s. My office put together a few slides in English + Spanish w/resources including locations of cooling centers, shelters, best practices when you’re near water, and signs of heat stroke and exhaustion 🌇 #OrPol

Are you a #cannabis business, advocate or community partner? Exhibit for free at Cannabis Empowerment Day on Friday, Aug 12 from 2 to 6 p.m. Tabling requests close on Friday, Aug. 5. For event details including to RSVP or to table for free, visit: portland.gov/civic/cannabis…

As the federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit reaches its 30 year mark, rent restrictions on 4,415 units are expected to expire. Low income tenants on these units may soon see their rents increase to the market rate. Read our op-ed in The Oregonian oregonlive.com/opinion/2022/0…

If you can’t afford to pay for a computer or internet services, the Affordable Connectivity Program can help. More than half a million Oregonians may be eligible. Go to GetInternet.gov to check your eligibility and sign up. Call 877-384-2575 for assistance.

Oregon will welcome the most diverse class of legislators in our state’s history in the 2023 session. This position is a great opportunity to work directly with BIPOC legislators, and community partners to support passage of racial justice legislation statewide #orpol #orleg

Two weeks from now - Sunrise PDX joins nomorefreeways @ncaoregon at the People's Public Hearing. Come learn more about the proposal and testify to demand that OregonDOT conduct a full EIS on the proposed Rose Quarter Freeway Expansion: nomorefreewayspdx.com/peoplespublich…

Unless you hear or read it here first, know I have not announced to run for any office, congrats to all of the good people who have announced their bid to run up and down the ballot in 2024 thus far.

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