Portland is a Sanctuary City

Chapter 2 Government

City charter chapter

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Article 1 The Council

Article 2 Elective Offices

Article 3 Executive and Administrative Powers

Article 4 The Mayor

Article 5 The Auditor

Article 6 Officers and Employees

Article 7 Official Undertakings and Bonds

Article 8 Records

Article 9 The Municipal Court

Article 10 Community Police Oversight Board.

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Measure 26-228

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January 1, 2025

Measure 26-228

Effective date

December 14, 2022

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