Portland City Manager Jon Jennings makes his opening statement, as Mayor Ethan Strimling listens during a workshop in the City Council chambers Monday evening.

Portland City Manager Jon Jennings holds his face in his hand as Mayor Ethan Strimling speaks during Monday night's City Council workshop.

Little progress was made in trying to mend the relationship between Portland Mayor Ethan Strimling, right, City Manager Jon Jennings, left, and city councilors during a meeting at City Hall on Monday night.

Portland Mayor Ethan Strimling reacts to the words of City Manager Jon Jennings during Monday's session at City Hall, which focused on their difficulty in working together.

Portland Mayor Ethan Strimling addresses City Manager Jon Jennings during Monday's City Council workshop.

Portland Mayor Ethan Strimling, right, said he was disappointed that the city council was not open to many of his requests. His differences, including with City Manager Jon Jennings, left, were aired Monday night.