Portland’s Changing Government: Election 2024 and Beyond

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Change is coming to Portland! The League is here with information about our new form of government to help you feel confident as we navigate this exciting transition.
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      Get background information about changes

      Get to know your new City government

      Twelve city councilors instead of four. A mayor focused on administration, with the help of a city administrator. City Council focused on long-term legislative priorities. 

      Portland’s city government is changing, and we want you to understand it so you can be an informed voter and an engaged participant in city decisions. Portland voters passed City Charter reforms in 2022, and by January 2025, the new form of city government voters asked for will take shape. Learn about what to expect from this new city government.

      Watch our 2024 Election Series of community education panels

      This fall, the League is offering a series of community education panel discussions about Election 2024: from ranked-choice voting to our new Portland city government, with an election recap at the end of this historic season.  Our panels are free and open to the public. Recordings are available as podcasts and videos. Our ELECTION REFLECTION offers perspective on what the election results mean for Portland.

        Understand Ranked-Choice Voting

        Ranked-choice voting is new to Portland city elections, and we want you to feel confident when you cast your ballot. Your vote is your voice — and your voice matters! Learn about using ranked-choice voting by clicking here.  View a video we created from our PowerPoint on RCV by clicking here. 

        Also see the Community Workshops section below to learn about the in-person training we offer.

        Find your District

        You can find which district you and your neighbors will vote in by visiting Portland.gov/vote/districts and entering your address or clicking on the Portland map. More information on the new districts is at the City of Portland transition webpage.

        Help educate your community

        Toolkit for social media and printed materials

        You can share our written materials with your community and social networks.

        Community workshops

        The League and other organizations are giving extensive training on ranked-choice voting (RCV) prior to the November election. League volunteers are educating the community about both our new form of government and ranked-choice voting. We will also continue our usual educational presentations about ballot measures and our voter resources with candidate profiles and interviews. We can help educate your community through in-person workshops.  

        Further reading

        Frequently Asked (Election) Questions

        Our FAQ page might answer the question on your mind!

        More resources

        Many of our partners across Portland are helping educate the community about election and government changes ahead.

        The League of Women Voters of Portland has been engaged in city charter reform since we adopted a new City Government position in 2019. Learn more about our involvement.

        Election 2024 Information

        Get your voting questions answered

        If you can’t find the answer to your election questions on our website, visit our free in-person Voter Information Center in the last week before Election Day!

        Research candidates and measures on your ballot for the November 2024 General Election

        Our website and VOTE411.org are your go-to spots for all the information about what’s on your ballot. Information is free and available in written, video, and podcast formats.

        Learn about state & local candidates

        • The League of Women Voter’s online guide, Vote411.org, provides information for all of your national, state, and local candidates.

        Learn about state & local ballot measures