Alex Zielinski
Alex Zielinski covers Portland city politics. Prior to joining OPB, Alex covered city government for the Portland Mercury. She’s also worked as a journalist in San Antonio, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Alex grew up among the California redwoods and graduated from the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication. Send Alex story ideas at azielinski@opb.org.
Latest Stories
Portland homeless service provider accuses Mayor Wilson of treating her program as a ‘pawn’
Now, four months into Wilson’s mayoral term, the day center — which an estimated 1,800 people currently rely on — is set to close. Kristle Delihanty, director of PDX Saints Love, said without city funding, she has no other choice.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon’s revenue forecast shows economic slowdown
Oregon’s most important revenue forecast, the one that lawmakers used to write the two-year budget, was released this week.
Portland councilor’s fix to council meeting woes: more meetings
As Portland city leaders muddle through a new era of city governance, they’re considering whether to bring back an old tradition: Weekly city council meetings.
Portland councilor pitches tax hike on companies with huge CEO salaries to address budget shortfalls
Councilor Steve Novick has a renewed plan to solve Portland’s budget woes: tax the rich.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Unpacking Portland Mayor Keith Wilson’s first budget
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson's first budget includes cuts, new programs and political tradeoffs.
Councilors advance plan to improve sidewalks in Portland’s east and southwest neighborhoods
Portland City Council tentatively approved a plan Wednesday to spur sidewalk construction and maintenance in Portland’s east and southwest neighborhoods.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson looks to slash parks, permitting to balance budget
Mayor Keith Wilson is calling for layoffs and program cuts to balance his first budget as Portland’s top official. But he’s hopeful that it still addresses the city’s biggest issues.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson delivers optimistic State of the City address
Wilson delivered a message of hope in the midst of uncertainty at his first address Friday.
Metro Council gives Portland $15M to fund mayor’s shelter plan
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has a goal of building 1,500 new shelter beds by December to accommodate the county’s unsheltered population. The plan will cost at least $28 million.
Portland mayor and Oregon governor propose suspending development fees to boost housing construction
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson and Gov. Tina Kotek announced a plan Thursday to incentivize developers to build more new housing in Portland.