City of Portland Transition

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A new election system and form of government is taking shape in Portland due to voter-approved changes to the City Charter. Learn about the transition to ranked-choice voting, a 12-member city council representing geographic districts, as well as a mayor and auditor elected citywide.
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Learn more about the City of Portland's transition

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Engage with the transition

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Portland transition: geographic districts

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Portland transition: ranked-choice voting

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Portland transition: form of government

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Key Transition Documents and Resources

Contact

City of Portland Transition Team

Transition@PortlandOregon.gov

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Related offices, programs, and projects

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Portland’s future in governance, city organization, and facilities

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Government Transition Advisory Committee

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Independent District Commission

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Salary Commission

Charter Commission

Charter Commission

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Portland 2024 Election: Shifting to Ranked-Choice Voting

News

City Council reflects on progress advancing Portland’s top priorities – and prepares to pass the baton

At a work session this month, the City Leadership Team provided updates on homelessness, livability, public safety and economic recovery.

Newsletter

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Three short and sweet mock elections to get ready for our voter education town halls

Practice filling in your ballot and prepare for our upcoming voter education town halls.

Newsletter

Get Ready for our voter education town halls + ice cream cone + mock ballot.

Share your thoughts on City Administrator key attributes through Sept. 24

Share with neighbors and friends: Portlanders can complete this survey through Sept. 24

Updated Newsletter

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Preparing Portlanders for Ranked-Choice Voting

The City of Portland’s voter education efforts are in full swing! Here is a recap of our voter education events so far and a sneak peek of our future campaigns.

Newsletter

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Events

Ranked-Choice Voting and Voter Education Town Hall (in-person)

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Community Event
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Government Transition Advisory Committee Meeting #24 (Public Comment)

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Ranked-Choice Voting and Voter Education Town Hall (in-person)

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Community Event
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Ranked-Choice Voting and Voter Education Town Hall (virtual)

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Community Event
Available Online
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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