Appoint Agha Zain to the Noise Review Board for term to end September 12, 2026
As Mayor, I request Council confirmation of the following appointment to the Noise Review Board.
I am recommending one candidate for appointment to a vacant position.
| Appointment | Membership Category | Term | Term Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agha Zain | Member-at-Large | 1st | September 13, 2023 - September 12, 2026 |
Agha Zain has over 10 years of experience analyzing both short- and long-term business issues and building business relationships, in a variety of areas such as general business operations, product development, and marketing here in the Portland area. He understands the value in developing good, positive relationships with others on his team, as well as with customers and other professional work teams, in order to achieve success. In addition, his varied experiences with non-profits and working with diverse groups and individuals across Portland, helps him better understand their experiences and the issues facing our communities.
Statement from Agha Zain: I am a hands-on contributor with a passion for making our community a better place. I spent many years working with and helping businesses of all sizes and the people within those businesses. I now want to dedicate a much larger part of my life and focus on helping the causes and entities which are focused on the happiness of the people and the communities we live in.
This candidate will bring a wealth of expertise and experience in relationship building to the Noise Review Board, which will help further and support community engagement.
With these appointments, the Noise Review Board membership is full.
Official Record (Efiles)
Impact Statement
Purpose of Proposed Legislation and Background Information
The Noise Review Board is comprised of five members, including three community member-at-large positions, a representative from the construction industry, and a professional in the field of acoustics. Appointments to the volunteer Noise Review Board are made for a three-year term.
In accordance with Title 18, the Noise Code, the Board is charged with making decisions on noise variances for projects that range from nighttime construction projects to large outdoor concerts. The Board also works to develop long-term objectives for achieving reduction of sound levels in the community.
Financial and Budgetary Impacts
There are no financial or budgetary impacts.
Community Impacts and Community Involvement
Noise Review Board members are expected to serve as a voice for community and for industry/infrastructure in balancing requests for noise variances with community livability concerns.
For this search, we conducted outreach to groups that have expressed interest in noise issues. We utilized the extensive email list Office of Community & Civic Life sends out regularly. Outreach included business groups, professional acoustical lists, neighborhood coalitions, diversity and civic leadership partners, and personal staff contacts.