Recap: Conversation with US Rep. Earl Blumenauer
Rep Blumenauer joined City Club for a special event reflecting on his 54 years of public service. The evening featured a presentation from Blumenauer, followed by a Q&A with City Club members. Continue reading→
Haven’t voted yet? Explore our 2024 Election Coverage
The November 5th election is just around the corner, and City Club of Portland is here to help you get informed on the local candidates, key issues, and how to vote in Portland’s new system. Continue reading→
Recap: 2024 Portland Mayoral Candidate Forum
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, City Club of Portland hosted a mayoral candidate forum at Sanctuary Hall that brought together over 450 voters in person, with an additional 500 tuning in online. Continue reading→
2024 General Election Candidate Forums
This season, we hosted four candidate forums covering city, county, and statewide races. Watch and share the recordings to promote voter education in our community. Continue reading→
Missed Our Ranked Choice Voting Workshop? Watch Here!
At a City Club hosted workshop, local elections staff explained the nuts and bolts of how ranked choice voting works, guiding attendees through how to mark their ballots and vote tabulation. Continue reading→
New Board Elected! Meet the Members Who Will Lead City Club into 2024-2025
City Club of Portland’s 2024 board election closed at 7pm on Saturday, June 15. We’re pleased to report that 90 members voted, exceeding the quorum requirement of 75. All candidates were elected and took office immediately. Continue reading→
Members: Join us for the Annual Meeting on June 13
The Annual Meeting is a tradition steeped in gratitude for the contributions of City Club members. Each year, we invite all members to gather in celebration of what we achieved together and recognize the exceptional service of our current board and committee members. Continue reading→
Our Spring Membership Drive Runs Through June 30
As we gear up for a busy fall elections season, with ballot measure studies and planning for candidate events already underway, now is the time to become a member and help us keep up the momentum. Join or rejoin City Club by June 30th to receive an extra two months on an annual membership! Continue reading→
Fireside Chat with Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum
In June, we hosted a fireside chat with Ellen Rosenblum, Oregon’s outgoing Attorney General, to reflect on her 12-year tenure and share insights into the critical work of the AG’s office. Continue reading→
Nonpartisan Voter Resources for the May 21 Election
Explore trusted nonpartisan information on the candidates and ballot measures that Portland voters are being asked to weigh in on this May. Continue reading→
Health & Public Safety Issue Panels, In-Person at Kells
Join us for “Police Chiefs on Public Safety Collaboration,” featuring Portland Police Chief Bob Day and Gresham Police Chief Travis Gullberg, on Wednesday, June 26, from 6:30-8pm at Kells Irish Pub. This event is organized by the Health and Public Safety Issue Committee. Continue reading→
Recap: State of the County with Jessica Vega Pederson and Cynthia Carmina Gómez
Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson delivered her second State of the County address on April 29 at OMSI, kicking off the first event in our State of 2024 series. View photos and watch the recorded program here. Continue reading→