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July 2024
Monthly newsletter from the City of Portland Charter Transition Project
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 Attend a listening session to discuss draft recommendations to future city leaders or complete online survey by Aug. 12
It’s the Summer of Civic Engagement! Together, we can shape how our city government will work for all Portlanders.
This summer, the City of Portland and the Government Transition Advisory Committee want Portlanders’ feedback on the Committee’s draft recommendations to our future city leaders.
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Mayor Wheeler announces updates to City bureau reporting structure
Throughout 2024, Mayor Wheeler serves as the executive administrative authority while delegating oversight of operations to the interim City Administrator Michael Jordan, the assistant city administrator and six new deputy city administrators.
At a July 1 press conference, the new City Leadership team was formally introduced to Portland media, marking a milestone in the implementation process. This team will lead City bureaus and offices in testing the new organizational structure as they work together to operate within the six new service areas: Budget & Finance, City Operations, Community & Economic Development, Public Safety, Vibrant Communities and Public Works and the Office of the City Administrator. Continue reading to learn why the mayor has reassigned bureaus as a first step.
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Join the hundreds of Portlanders who have ranked their vote
Over the last month, more than a than a thousand Portlanders have practiced ranking their vote. Here are some upcoming opportunities to take part in a mock election. Interested in hosting an election of your own? Let us know!
Since June 1, more than 1,300 Portlanders have participated in a mock election, ranking their favorite ice cream flavors, community events, and even Portland Pickles presidential candidates.
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 Two public comment opportunities in August will inform the recruitment of the City of Portland’s first city administrator
To prepare for the recruitment and hiring process, Portlanders can complete a survey or attend a virtual community listening session.
As part of the City of Portland’s new government structure in January, the newly elected mayor will launch the city administrator recruitment and appointment process. The City is interested learning what Portlanders expect from the future city administrator.
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Von Burg will oversee Government Relations, Civic Life, Central Communications and Portland Solutions in the City of Portland’s executive office.
An experienced public sector leader, Von Burg will serve as Portland’s first assistant city administrator, guiding high-profile programs as the City transitions to a new form of government. Von Burg's appointment completes the City’s new leadership team.
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Tequila Highway on Saturday, July 13 at 6:30 p.m., Gilbert Heights Park. Summer Free for All concert with upbeat cumbia and Latin funk rhythms.
BridgeCity Soul, on Saturday, July 20 at 6 p.m., Knott Park. Summer Free for All concert with old school and new school R&B, soul, and funk.
Tabling at Portland Pride Festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Jim Pepper Fest 2024: Speak/ Sing Native on Saturday, July 27 at 12 p.m., Columbia Park Annex. Summer Free for All performance that celebrates the legacy of Kaw/Muscogee musician Jim Pepper, featuring Native artists and fry bread.
Glass of Hearts on Saturday, July 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Kenton Park. Summer Free for All concert with a blondie tribute band delivering all the punk, disco and energy!
Montavilla Street Fair on Sunday, July 28, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., on SE Stark Street from 76th to 82nd Ave.
Barrio Mestizo on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 6:30 p.m., Unthank Park. Summer Free for All concert with classic and contemporary salsa, cumbia, cha cha cha, and more.
Find a full list of events at Portland.Gov/Vote/Events
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About the City of Portland Charter Transition Project
In November 2022, Portland voters approved Ballot Measure 26-228 that directs the City of Portland to implement these three connected changes by Jan. 1, 2025:
- Allow voters to rank candidates in order of preference, using ranked-choice voting.
- Establish four geographic districts, with three city council members elected to represent each district – expanding city council to a total of 12 members.
- Establish a city council that focuses on setting policy and engaging with community, transitioning day-to-day oversight of bureaus to a mayor elected citywide and a professional city administrator.
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