City of Portland Transition

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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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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

Apply by April 30 for internship opportunities with the City’s Elections Office


The City of Portland Auditor’s Office seeks two summer interns interested in Portland’s new electoral system. This office promotes open and accountable government by providing impartial reviews and investigations, access to public information, and services for City government and the public.

News article

We're hiring voter education interns!

Community organizations invited to participate in voter education grants program

In November 2024, Portland voters will use ranked-choice voting to elect one mayor, one auditor and three councilors per district (12 councilors total) to pick their candidates. Portland Votes 2024 seeks to ensure that voters understand the new election method with non-partisan education.

Newsletter

Image of voter w/ button with text: The Portland Votes 2024 Grant Program is open! Help us promote this opportunity to support the City's voter education efforts. Apply by April 30, 2024 at Portland.gov/Vote/Grants
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Events

Government Transition Advisory Committee Districts + Council Operations Subcommittee Meeting #7

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Government Transition Advisory Committee Budget Workgroup Meeting #4

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online

Government Transition Advisory Committee Meeting #20 (Public Comment)

Agenda coming soon!

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

Government Transition Advisory Committee Voter/Candidate Education & Outreach Subcommittee Meeting #7

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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