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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.

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City Council statement on Portland charter reform

Mayor Ted Wheeler and City Commissioners Jo Ann Hardesty, Mingus Mapps, Carmen Rubio and Dan Ryan issued a joint statement about the passage of Ballot Measure 26-228, which changes Portland's election system and form of government.

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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.

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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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