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Portland and the federal government

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Section 2-1002 Nature of the Board.

City Charter Section
  1. Board members shall be appointed by approval of Council to a term of years established in City Code.  Members may not be removed from the Board prior to the completion of their term except for cause.  Successors to an unexpired term shall be appointed by approval of Council for the remainder of the term.  The Board shall make provisions to ensure its membership includes representation from diverse communities including those from diverse communities and with diverse lived experiences, particularly those who have experienced systemic racism and those who have experienced mental illness, addiction, or alcoholism.

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