The first business endorsements for the Portland City Council election have begun to roll in. The Revitalize Portland Coalition, a business-friendly group focused on public safety and economic vitality, has announced its endorsements for District 4. According to sources close to the organization, the candidates receiving their support include Tony Morse, Stan Penkin, Olivia Clark, Bob Weinstein, Eli Arnold, Eric Zimmerman, and Ben Hufford.
Additionally, United for Portland, a political action committee (PAC) composed of business associations, real estate interests, and civic leaders, is expected to announce its much-anticipated endorsements soon. This PAC includes contributors like the Portland Metro Chamber, the Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors PAC, and other key figures in the business and real estate sectors.