After a long period of acrimony, the 2 men have been meeting at least on a weekly basis and describe the new relationship as collaborative and respectful.
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Posted inBill Nemitz, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Strimling as the victim? It just doesn’t play in Portland
Monday night’s attempt to heal a rift between the mayor and the city manager leaves everyone befuddled and nothing changed.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Strimling, city manager to meet weekly in effort to resolve differences
The first meeting of Portland’s feuding leaders is expected Aug. 14, and at City Manager Jon Jennings’ request, will include the deputy city manager.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Showdown at Portland City Hall: Mayor, manager to square off as council tries to settle roles
A simmering feud comes to a head Monday as Ethan Strimling and Jon Jennings argue the limits and powers of their positions at a workshop open to the public.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Closed-door council meeting to focus on tension between Portland city manager and mayor
But questions are already being raised about whether the discussion should be held in public.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland city manager in line for raise of nearly $18,500 a year
The proposed 12 percent increase is a vote of confidence for Jon Jennings, who has been at odds with the mayor.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Internal records reveal extent of ongoing power struggle in Portland city government
As the mayor pushed for more authority, the city manager fought back in a heated battle that has dragged on for a year. Even a $21,000 outside opinion didn’t end the conflict over interpretations of roles defined in the city charter.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
Greg Kesich: Never mind olive branches, mayor, your path to power is politics
Build support for your ideas, listen to colleagues on the council and make deals to form a coalition with clout.