Human Trafficking in Oregon

Dear Caroline:

The City of Portland acknowledges receipt of your Public Records Request.  Your request was received in this office on November 28, 2023 and given the reference number C313954-112823 for tracking purposes.

Record Requested:  To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Oregon Public Records Law, I hereby request the following records:

1. Statistics, reports, or data related to sex trafficking within the jurisdiction of the City of Portland, including any available figures on reported incidents, investigations, or arrests related to sex trafficking.
2. Policies, guidelines, or procedures established within the city government specifically aimed at addressing sex trafficking and supporting victims.
3. Any communications, public awareness campaigns, or community engagement initiatives organized or supported by the City of Portland in the fight against sex trafficking.
4. Training materials, resources, or educational programs provided to city employees or officials concerning sex trafficking awareness or identification.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days.

Sincerely,

Caroline Cohen
ccohen7@tulane.edu

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At this time, the City is uncertain whether it is the custodian of the requested record.  The City will review your request to determine if it has responsive records.  The City will then gather an estimate of the costs to provide copies of requested public records for which the City does not claim an exemption from disclosure.  The City is permitted to charge its actual costs to provide records.  Fees include research time to locate and analyze the requested records, even if no records are located or if the requested records are determined to be exempt from disclosure.

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RE:  City Public Records Request of November 28, 2023 Reference #C313954-112823

Dear Caroline,

The City of Portland received a Public Records Request from you on November 28, 2023 for the following: "To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Oregon Public Records Law, I hereby request the following records:

1. Statistics, reports, or data related to sex trafficking within the jurisdiction of the City of Portland, including any available figures on reported incidents, investigations, or arrests related to sex trafficking.
2. Policies, guidelines, or procedures established within the city government specifically aimed at addressing sex trafficking and supporting victims.
3. Any communications, public awareness campaigns, or community engagement initiatives organized or supported by the City of Portland in the fight against sex trafficking.
4. Training materials, resources, or educational programs provided to city employees or officials concerning sex trafficking awareness or identification.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days.

Sincerely,

Caroline Cohen
ccohen7@tulane.edu

Upload documents directly: https://www.muckrock.com/

It appears as though you are seeking records from the Police Bureau.  Please re-submit your request to them.  If you need assistance, you can call the technical assistance line at (503) 823-6040 or send an email to prrhelp@portlandoregon.gov.
I am closing this request on the assumption that you will be re-submitting your request to the correct bureau.
Carrie Wilton Legal Records Supervisor (she/her) (503) 823-3091