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Candidate Learning Sessions for Spring 2024
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2024 First Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
The City of Portland Auditor’s Office seeks two summer interns interested in Portland’s new electoral system. This office promotes open and accountable government by providing impartial reviews and investigations, access to public information, and services for City government and the public.
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Curious about what your City Elections Office has planned for the November 2024 election? We have some great updates for you.
Newsletter
The City of Portland Elections Office will host learning sessions for prospective candidates in person and online.
Newsletter
We are delighted to announce the release of our comprehensive Candidate Guide for the November 2024 City election.
Updated News article
2023 Fourth Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
2023 Third Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
2023 Second Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Updated Press release
2023 First Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
On April 19, 2023, the Portland City Council voted to pass amendments to City Code Chapter 2.08, Elections Code. Among other changes to the city's voting system, these changes will implement ranked-choice voting for the November, 5, 2024 General Election.
Updated News article
Lobbyist Registration Program: ShotSpotter not found in violation
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2022 Fourth Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
Allegation substantiated against Portland Accountability PAC for violating City campaign finance regulations
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Auditor’s Office finds no violation of City contribution limits for Rene for Portland on reconsideration.
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Auditor’s Office finds no violation for Rene for Portland postcard disclosures.
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2022 Third Quarter disclosures for City lobbying, political consultants, and City official business calendars are now available for the public to view. Highlights are included below.
Press release
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