City Club’s long-term and short-term studies are framed by study charges written by volunteer committees and approved by City Club’s Research Board and Board of Governors. Study charges describe the rationale for the study, provide basic background information gathered through preliminary research, and define the scope and objectives of the study.

Charges for current and upcoming studies are available below in PDF format.

Long-term Studies in Progress

• An Analysis of Partisanship in the Oregon Political System
• Portland's Business Environment

Short-term Studies in Progress

• None in progress

Ballot Measure Studies in Progress

Ballot measure study committees are tasked with recommending a “yes” or “no” vote based on the certified ballot measure language, and therefore, do not require study charges.

• None in progress