Lake Oswego council voices support for regional mayors opposing military role in domestic policing

Mayor Buck told the council Oct. 7 that he joined a cohort of regional mayors in expressing solidarity with Mayor Wilson and others opposing use of the military in domestic policing. Council members across the dais voiced support for the statement and described the position as a defense of local sovereignty and reliance on civilian law enforcement.

Several councilors said the action was a bipartisan affirmation that local governments should retain primary responsibility for public safety responses and that extraordinary federal assistance should be reserved for exceptional events. No formal council motion or resolution was proposed during the meeting; the mayor sought council input on whether to proceed with broader communications, and members verbally expressed support.