City of Portland Transition

Project
A new election system and form of government will take shape in Portland, with voters approving changes to the city's charter. Learn about the transition to ranked-choice voting, a 12-member city council elected by district, and a mayor elected citywide to oversee services with a city administrator.
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Transition Overview and Timeline

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Portland Transition: Form of Government

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Portland Transition: Ranked-Choice Voting

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Portland Transition: Geographic Districts

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Sign up for Transition Updates

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Transition Questions or Comments?

Contact

City of Portland Transition Team

Transition@PortlandOregon.gov

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Related offices, programs, and projects

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Independent District Commission

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Salary Commission

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Government Transition Advisory Committee

Charter Commission

Charter Commission

Events

Salary Commission Meeting #1

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

Independent District Commission Community Engagement Workgroup

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Independent District Commission

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Public Meeting

Independent District Commission

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Public Meeting
More events

Past Meetings and Hearings

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