Advisory Groups
Certified Advisory Bodies have submitted for approval to the Office of Community & Civic Life's Certified Advisory Body Program.
Certified Advisory Bodies distinguishes groups who have submitted formal documentation (such as bylaws) to the Office of Community & Civic Life and are formally recognized by the City of Portland.
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Accounting Advisory Committee
Advisory group
BRFS Accounting advisory committee.
Affordable Housing Stakeholder Advisory Committee
Advisory group
Partner organizations working together to advance the community-based housing initiative.
Asian Pacific Islander American Advisory Council
Advisory group
A community-driven, community-led Council to the Portland Police Bureau that is willing and committed to building a lasting relationship with all Bureau members.
Behavioral Health Unit Advisory Committee
Advisory group
BHU Advisory Committee meetings are not open to the public. Interested parties may contact the BHU Advisory Committee at the following email address: contactbhuac@gmail.com
Bicycle Advisory Committee
Advisory group
The 20-member volunteer Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) meets monthly to review projects of interest to cyclists and discuss bike issues. The committee advises the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) as well as city council and other bureaus on all biking-related matters.
Bond Oversight Committee
Advisory group
The official body appointed by City Council to monitor the implementation of the 2016 Portland Housing Bond.
BPS Budget Advisory Committee
Advisory group
Informs and advises on how BPS prioritizes its resources to achieve desired community outcomes through an annual budgeting process.
Building a Better 82nd Community Advisory Group
Advisory group
The Building a Better 82nd Community Advisory Group is made up of 18 community members who will provide feedback to the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) in meetings every two to three months throughout the Building a Better 82nd planning process.
Building Code Board of Appeal
Advisory group
The Building Code Board of Appeal hears appeals of building code issues which are appealed beyond the Administrative Appeals Board.
Bull Run Filtration Site Advisory Group
Advisory group
The Filtration Site Advisory Group members include property owners, farm operators, local school representatives, and environmental interests near the project site that provide an independent community perspective on the filtration facility design, construction, and ongoing operation.
Bureau Budget Advisory Committees
Advisory group
Bureau budget advisory committees (BACs) discuss and advise upon bureau budget decisions. Because of the critical, sustained interaction between decision makers and community members, participation in the committees is one of the most effective ways to provide input throughout the budget process.
Cannabis Policy Oversight Team (CPOT)
Advisory group
The Cannabis Policy Oversight Team (CPOT) is an advisory body that provides Portland Permitting & Development with diverse stakeholder perspectives on cannabis-related public policies.
Central City in Motion Working Group
Advisory group
Representing a broad set of community and business perspectives, this working group offers strategic advice to the Director of the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) and PBOT project staff to help them successfully implement projects recommended in the Central City in Motion plan.
Charter Commission
Advisory group
Every 10 years, the City Council convenes a Charter Commission to review and recommend amendments to the City of Portland Charter (City's Constitution). The Charter Commission is an independent body that sets its own scope of work. The Charter Commission was active from December 2020 - December 2022
Citizen Review Committee
Advisory group
The eleven-member committee was created in 2001 to help improve police accountability, promote higher standards of police services, and increase public confidence. Volunteer CRC members are appointed by City Council.
City Attorney's Office Budget Advisory Committee
Advisory group
Annual budget advisory committee for the Office of the City Attorney.
City Data Governance Committee
Advisory group
Data is an essential asset for the City of Portland. Proper data management supports better analysis, leading to improved City services. This committee creates policies and best practices to ensure bureaus and offices are improving data management and formalizing our use and sharing of data.
Civil Service Board
Advisory group
The Civil Service Board consists of three commissioners appointed to voluntary positions by the Mayor under the City Charter, Chapter 4 - Civil Service. The commissioners are appointed to reflect the perspectives of labor, management and the general public.
Clean Air Construction Intergovernmental Oversight Committee
Advisory group
Clean Air Construction Intergovernmental Oversight Committee ("CAC Committee") was established in October 2020, via an intergovernmental agreement, to oversee the implementation of the Clean Air Construction Standard.
Coalition of Advisory Groups
Advisory group
The Coalition of Advisory Groups strengthens understanding through communication, support, and - where applicable - collaboration among duly recognized police advisory groups in the City of Portland.
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