Our City Council is off the rails. I’m running to put us back on track. I'm the only candidate who hasn't spent years in Portland politics. We need a new voice to make real change.
Priority Issues
Govern Responsibly
Make Portland Affordable
Make Portland Affordable
- Stop runaway spending
- Zero tolerance for needles in our public spaces
- Respect the taxpayer
- Maintain roads and parks
Make Portland Affordable
Make Portland Affordable
Make Portland Affordable
- Lower property taxes
- Build more housing
- Remove barriers for building
Win the Future
Make Portland Affordable
Win the Future
- Adapt our infrastructure to withstand more severe weather
- Save the working waterfront
- Support families by focusing on child care availability
Press Release
Jake Viola Announces Candidacy for Portland City Council, At-Large Seat
Portland – Jake Viola, a resident of the Back Cove neighborhood, announced his candidacy for Portland City Council, At-Large.
For a decade, Jake has brought people together to solve tough challenges. He has worked extensively in both state and federal government, and has owned a small business. He will use his skills and experiences to influence positive change in our city.
Jake, 33, grew up in South Portland. He holds a BA in Global Affairs from Yale and a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from Harvard. He served as a strategy and operations consultant to Cabinet Departments in Washington D.C. and then as Director of Strategic Innovation for the Governor of Massachusetts.
Having recently become a homeowner and father, Jake understands the housing affordability and child care crises facing our residents.
“Portland is nothing without its residents, old and new. I’m jumping into this race because I want to make sure Portland remains affordable and livable for everyone – whether you’re a longtime homeowner on a fixed income or a New Mainer arriving with a family and a dream.”
Coming from a family of commercial fishermen, Jake also understands the need to act now to protect our working waterfront. Today, severe weather threatens this precious resource and the businesses and residents who rely on it.
Jake will bring together local voices to develop local solutions.
