Charter Commission

Advisory Group

Every 10 years, the City Council convenes a Charter Commission to review and recommend amendments to the City of Portland Charter (City's Constitution). The Charter Commission is an independent body that sets its own scope of work.

Contact

Julia Meier

Charter Commission Project Manager

CharterReview@portlandoregon.gov

Sofía Álvarez-Castro

Charter Commission Engagement & Communications Coordinator

sofia.alvarez-castro@portlandoregon.gov

News

Work to transition City’s government is underway, Independent District Commission applications due Dec. 1

One of three major changes headed to Portland’s city government is the establishment of four geographic districts for future city council elections. An Independent District Commission made up of Portland residents will be charged with preparing the district plan. Applications are due Dec. 1, 2022.

November 17, 2022 6:30 pm News article

Portlanders Approve Measure 26-228

Portland voters approved a package of reforms that will change our city’s election system and form of government.

November 9, 2022 1:34 pm Newsletter

Portland voters approve charter reform, city launches transition

Changes include ranked-choice voting, expanded city council with geographic districts, and a mayor and city administrator to oversee day-to-day operations.

November 9, 2022 8:45 am News article

Portland Charter Commission co-chairs Brenda Ketah and Debra Porta pass a ceremonial baton to Michael Jordan, the city's chief administrative officer, to commemorate the passage of Ballot Measure 26-228.

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