Removal from Kotek Panel | WWEEK

Society Hotel Owner Claims She Was Removed From Kotek Panel Because She Works for Mike Schmidt’s Challenger

Jessie Burke, the owner of The Society Hotel, alleges her removal from a panel under Governor Kotek’s task force was due to her involvement with the campaign of Mike Schmidt’s challenger. Burke, known for her active participation in community and downtown Portland advocacy, expressed concern over the politicization of task force appointments and the potential impact on objective discussions regarding public safety and community welfare in Portland.