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Zenith Energy violated city code by not reporting lobbying, city auditor says

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City Auditor Simone Rede’s office found that Zenith, a Texas-based fossil fuel company, engaged in improper lobbying right before the city gave Zenith a controversial stamp of approval in October 2022. Zenith Energy attempted to influence city officials by communicating directly with city directors and commissioners to gain approval of a controversial land use document.

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The Oregonian

Zenith Energy violated city code by not reporting lobbying, city auditor says

Zenith Energy attempted to influence city officials by communicating directly with city directors and commissioners to gain approval of a controversial land use document that allows the company to continue doing business in Portland, according to an investigation released Tuesday by the city auditor.

1 month ago·Portland, United States

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Portland Mercury

Portland Elections Office Finds Zenith Energy Violated City Lobbying Rules

Activists hope the findings will substantiate their concerns about Zenith's operations and promote further action against the oil transport company. by Taylor Griggs Oil transport company Zenith Energy spent time courting Portland elected officials in 2022, hoping they would approve a Land Use Compatibility Statement (LUCS) allowing the company to continue its operations in the city. While Zenith's efforts were successful—the Portland Bureau of …

1 month ago

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