City Boards, Committees, and Commissions

Portland needs your thoughts, time and energy to help direct our energy today and plan for the future. Click here to see vacancies and learn more.

• Advisory Boards and Commissions Policy (Resolution 37328)
• Advisory Body Forms
• Advisory Body Meetings amid Coronavirus FAQ
• Currently Open Recruitments
• List of City Advisory Bodies

City Employee Guide to Neighborhood Outreach

Information for City staff on how to send information to Portland's neighborhood system.

City Real Property Disposition Process

City Property Management Committee has been working on a Citywide process for the disposition of surplus real property. Community input is valuable in making this a good process.

Grants

Grant opportunities for neighborhoods and community organizations

• Cannabis Social Equity
• Constructing Civic Dialogue
• Diversity and Civic Leadership
• East Portland Community Office
• North Portland Neighborhood Services

Neighborhood Association Resources

Tools for running your neighborhood association

• Demolition Notifications
• FAQ

Neighborhood Coalition Resources

Tools for neighborhood coalition leaders and staff

Toolbox/Resources for Neighbors

Tools and Resources to assist neighbors with citizen involvement efforts

• Block Party Permits
• How to find out what Portland neighborhood you live in.
• Get Organized!
• Land Use
• Neighborhood Directory
• COCL/COAB

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer to improve the quality of life in your neighborhood

• Citizen Committees
• City Boards and Commissions
• City Boards and Commissions
• Coalition Offices
• Community-university partnership options
• Graffiti Volunteer Program
• Hands On Portland
• Neighborhood Associations
• Neighborhood Watch, Block Captain and Foot Patrol