along the South Waterfront.
(Photo © Jonathan Maus)
Transportation and neighborhood activist Chris Smith, who began his run for City Council back in September, plans to submit his 1,000th, $5 contribution to the Auditor’s office later today.
Smith, who was given the moniker “Citizen Smith” by the Portland Tribune, needs to have at least 1,000 valid contributions turned in by January 31st in order to qualify for $150,000 of public financing for his campaign.
To make sure he qualifies, Smith says he’ll shoot for 1,100 – 1,150 total contributions and will throw an “Over-the-Top” party this Sunday to help reach that goal.
The party is planned for Sunday (1/27) evening from 6-9pm at the Lucky Lab Beer Hall in Northwest Portland (1945 NW Quimby).
“I’m inviting my supporters to come celebrate our success in raising our $5 contributions,” Smith said in a statement issued today, “but I am also asking them to bring in additional forms they have collected and invite their friends to come out and meet me, to consider making a contribution.”
Smith is vying for the seat on Portland’s City Council that was previously occupied by Commissioner Sam Adams, who is running for mayor. Smith is likely to face stiff competition for this spot from Amanda Fritz, Charles Lewis, John Branam, and Jeff Bissonnette.
Chris Smith “Over-the-Top” Party (no, it’s not about arm wrestling)
Sunday, 1/27, 6-9pm
Lucky Lab Beer Hall (1945 NW Quimby)