The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Oregon has formally endorsed Rene Gonzalez for Mayor of Portland. This endorsement adds to a growing list of support for Gonzalez, who is currently a Portland City Councilor. 

BOMA’s board of directors believes amidst these challenging times, Gonzalez’s leadership in revitalizing Portland’s image and livability will play a crucial role in rejuvenating our commercial real estate industry. 

Rene Gonzalez’s leadership is expected to positively impact the commercial real estate community in several ways:

1. Pro-Business Policies: Gonzalez has a track record of supporting policies that foster economic growth and development. His leadership could lead to more business-friendly regulations, making it easier for commercial real estate projects to get approved and developed.

2. Public Safety and Cleanliness: One of Gonzalez’s key focuses is improving public safety and cleanliness in Portland. A safer and cleaner city can attract more businesses and investors, boosting the commercial real estate market.

3. Infrastructure Improvements: Gonzalez advocates for better infrastructure, which can enhance the attractiveness of commercial properties. Improved transportation and utilities can make commercial areas more accessible and desirable.

4. Community Engagement: Gonzalez emphasizes community involvement in decision-making processes. This approach can lead to developments that better meet the needs of local businesses and residents, fostering a more vibrant commercial real estate environment.

Members of BOMA Oregon and their employees who are registered to vote within the City of Portland jurisdiction are encouraged to support development of a thriving business community by voting for Rene Gonzalez for Mayor.

Additional candidates who have been endorsed by BOMA Oregon include the following incumbents:

•Senator Kate Lieber (Beaverton and SW Portland)

•Senate President Robert Wagner (Lake Oswego, West Linn, Tualatin, SW Portland, Rivergrove and Durham)

•Speaker Julie Fahey (West Eugene, Bethel and Veneta)

•House Majority Leader Ben Bowman (Tigard, Metzger, and South Beaverton)

•Senate Majority Leader Kathleen Taylor (SE Portland, City of Milwaukie, and Oak Grove)

•House Minority Leader Jeff Helfrich (Gresham to The Dalles)

•Senate Minority Leader Daniel Bonham (The Dalles)

•Representative Paul Holvey (Eugene)

Finally, BOMA Oregon has endorsed the campaigns for “NO on Measure 118 – Defeat the Costly Tax on Sales” and “NO on Measure 26-253 - Removing the citywide vote requirement for mandatory building weatherization”, recommending members and their employees vote “No” on Measure 118 and “No” on Measure 26-253