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The City Elections Office works with the State of Oregon and Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington Counties to oversee City elections, certify candidates and measures to the ballot, and certify election results. We also enforce City campaign finance regulations and provide informational resources.
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City Elections

City Elections Office
elections@portlandoregon.gov

Louise Hansen

City Elections Officer
louise.hansen@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-6503

James Eccles

Interim Elections Officer
james.eccles@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-6686

City Elections Office

1221 SW Fourth Avenue
Room 130
Portland, OR 97204
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Hours: Please email elections@portlandoregon.gov or call (503) 865-6503 to schedule an in-person appointment. Walk-in office hours: Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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