2024 is a significant election year for the Portland metro region, with several key positions at the state and national level open for the first time in years, and new positions on the city council. Now is the time for Portland area residents to get to know our leaders, reflect on our values, and ensure they are aligned.

We have the opportunity to solidify where we stand on topics of national debate, bridge divides, and choose to move forward together toward shared prosperity. From how to implement a holistic and humane approach to addressing public health crises like homelessness, addiction, and traffic deaths; to ensuring our children are prepared to pursue meaningful lives, to defending human rights, there is a lot to talk about, and our local leaders need to hear from us as much as we need to be heard from them.

Join us for a series of free, public forums featuring top leaders from our city, county, region, and state government. This year’s spring season includes:

About the State of Series

We organize the State of Series annually, to provide our membership and community with a platform to engage with elected officials and other government officials in more relaxed, conversational settings.

These forum-style events feature live, interactive audience Q&A sessions, giving attendees the opportunity to actively engage with the speakers. Before or after the main event, we host a free reception where participants can further interact with the speakers and fellow attendees.

Interested in supporting our State of Series as a sponsor or co-host? Reach out to us at programming@pdxcityclub.org for more information!