All right, raise your right hand and you'll repeat after me. This is really an exciting time and an exciting opportunity to come on board. >> 2025's sworn numbers as of today will be the highest in four years. The addition of these 11 officers gives us 819 sworn officers and the charter of the city of Portland. >> Please know you have a mayor that supports you through and through. I will make decisions to always focus on your safety. And you should know as family and friends that we are 100% committed to their success. >> You have one fan in the room. >> This job will ask a lot. It's going to demand a lot. But amongst that hard and that sacrifice is incredible privilege to step into spaces and places with people sometimes at their darkest days and make a difference. >> And I will faithfully, honestly, and ethically. >> We don't shy away from the fears. We don't shy away from the difficulties, but we will lead with hope. And it's not a false hope. It's happening. It's available to us right now, right here, right today. >> Do solemnly affirm. >> Thank you for your commitment to Portland. Thank you for joining us >> community officer for the Portland Police Bureau. >> CONGRATULATIONS. [Applause]