Many Council records are available in Efiles, the City of Portland online records database. Efiles is used by the Auditor's Office to make available online City records such as ordinances, resolutions, City Council minutes, historical documents and photographs. Council meeting records starting July 1, 2021 are also available directly on the weekly Council agenda. Email the Council Clerk at councilclerk@portlandoregon.gov with any questions.
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Minutes
Council meeting minutes are available in Efiles from 1990 - present. Contact Archives & Records Management for assistance with records prior to 1990.
Agendas
Council meeting agendas are available in Efiles from 1985 - present. Contact Archives & Records Management for assistance with records prior to 1985. Beginning in August 2022, Council Agendas are available as part of Council Minutes.
Ordinances
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Council Ordinances are available in Efiles from June 24, 2009 - present. Contact Archives & Records Management for assistance with records prior to June 2009.
Resolutions
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Council Resolutions are available in Efiles from August 16, 2006 - present. Contact Archives & Records Management for assistance with records prior to August 2006.
Reports, Proclamations, Communications, and Presentations
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Audio Recordings - Council Meetings & Work Sessions
Search for Council meeting audio recordings in Efiles (prior to August 2022)
Search for Council meeting audio recordings in Efiles (August 2022 - present)