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A Guide to Portland's Government Transition
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Thank you scanning the QR code on the Portland’s Government Transition comic. Here are some resources to learn more about the 2024 election and the City’s transition to a mayor-council form of government.
Background on Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program
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The Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program supports voter education projects to ensure every Portland voter understands the new ranked-choice voting system. Applications are closed and the grant winners have been selected.
Ballot Alert Assets
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Here you will find graphics to help deliver this important message to voters: only one candidate can be your #1!
Educational Videos
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Educational videos that explain ranked-choice voting.
Filling out your Portland ranked-choice ballot
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Need help filling out your Portland ranked-choice ballot? Find a mock election and other helpful resources here.
Learn more about the most frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods and form of government.
Frequently Asked Questions: Districts
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Learn more about the top frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods, such as Portland's four new districts.
Frequently Asked Questions: Form of Government
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Learn more about the top frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods and form of government.
Frequently Asked Questions: New Election Methods
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Learn more about the most top frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods and form of government.
Learn more about the top frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods and form of government, such as the new roles and responsibilities for the Mayor and City Council.
Frequently Asked Questions: Ranked-Choice Voting
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Frequently asked questions about ranked-choice voting in Portland's 2024 election, how to fill out the ballot, and how to request help from Multnomah County.
Frequently Asked Questions: Ranked-Choice Voting
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Learn more about voting with the City of Portland’s new election methods
Frequently Asked Questions: Write-In Candidates
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Learn more about the top frequently asked questions on the City of Portland’s new election methods and form of government.
Help Us Improve Our Elections
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On Nov. 5, 2024, Portlanders will use ranked-choice voting to elect a mayor, auditor, and three councilors to represent their district. They will use single-winner ranked-choice voting to elect the mayor and auditor, and multi-winner ranked-choice voting for councilors.
How does district-based voting work?
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Learn more about the City of Portland's geographic voting districts. Portland voters will use these districts to elect three city councilors to represent them in the November 2024 elections.
How does Ranked-Choice Voting work?
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Learn more about ranked-choice voting and how to vote in the 2024 election. In the Nov. 5, 2024 Election, Portlanders will elect a mayor, auditor, and three councilors to represent their district using ranked-choice voting.
Multnomah County Ranked-Choice Voting Webpage
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The City of Portland is working closely with Multnomah County to prepare for the Nov. 5, 2024 election where Portlanders will use ranked-choice voting to elect a mayor, auditor, and three council members.
Multnomah County Voter Information
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Election information for Multnomah County voters.
Multnomah County's Ranked-Choice Voting Results Page
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Go directly to Multnomah County's ranked-choice voting results webpage.
Past Ranked-Choice Voting Elections
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Portlanders will use ranked-choice voting on Nov. 5, 2024 to elect a mayor, auditor, and three councilors. To prepare Portlanders, the City of Portland is setting up 10-12 mock elections as practice opportunities.
Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program
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The Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program supports voter education projects to ensure every Portland voter understands the new ranked-choice voting system. The program has awarded $210,000 to 11 organizations to support voter education activities.
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Portland Votes 2024 Grants: Evaluation Criteria
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The Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program supports voter education projects to ensure every Portland voter understands the new ranked-choice voting system. Applications can be submitted electronically via email by April 30, 2024.
Portland Votes 2024 Grants: Types of Grants
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The Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program supports voter education projects to ensure every Portland voter understands the new ranked-choice voting system. Applications can be submitted electronically via email by April 30, 2024.
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