Council Committees

  • Ad Hoc Rules Committee

    The Council's Ad Hoc Rules Committee exists to review the Council's operational rules to ensure clarity and consistency.

  • Finance Committee

    The Finance Committee reviews the city manager’s recommended operating and capital budgets and the school superintendent’s operating budget and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding those budgets.

  • Health & Human Services & Public Safety Committee

    This committee develops policy recommendations that will improve and enhance the quality of life, health, and safety of all Portland residents and visitors.

  • Housing & Economic Development Committee

    This Committee develops and recommends to the City Council policies that will promote balanced development in the city including residential, commercial, and industrial uses.

  • Legislative / Nominating Committee

    This committee is charged with advancing council policy initiatives before federal, state, and regional governments and oversee hiring of board appointments.

  • Sustainability & Transportation Committee

    The committee will establish policies - with an emphasis on sustainability principles and energy conservation - regarding the design, construction, maintenance, and use (both by city agencies and noncity parties) of all public facilities and infrastructure owned and/or controlled by the city.