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CDBG Annual Allocation Committee
This committee makes funding recommendations for the allocation Community Development Block Grand resources.
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is charged with overseeing the employment of Portland’s police and fire personnel.
Ethics Commission
The Ethics Commission and Code of Ethics was established as part of the Charter Commission process from 2020 to 2022 and approved by voters during the November 8, 2022 election.
Jetport Noise Advisory Committee
The Noise Advisory Committee (NAC) provides an official forum for collaborative discussion of airport noise issues and other related matters.
Land Bank Commission
The Land Bank Commission is responsible for identifying and protecting open space resources within the City of Portland.
Landcare Management Advisory Committee
In January, 2018 the Portland City Council passed the City of Portland Pesticide Use Ordinance (Chapter 34 of City Code) that prohibits the use of synthetic pesticides on public and private property except in limited circumstances. To support the implementation and administration of this ordinance the City Council established the Pesticide Management Advisory Committee (PMAC).
Parks Commission
The Parks Commission reviews new parks projects and proposals.
Portland Development Corporation
The Portland Development Corporation helps provide financial assistance to the local economy.
Public Art Committee
This committee is responsible for administering the Public Art Program.
Rent Board
The Rent Board was created as part of the Citizen's Initiative Referendum Question regarding Rent Control during the November 2020 election.
Rental Housing Advisory Committee
The Committee’s duties are to provide the Housing Committee with recommendations or proposals for improvements, modifications, or changes regarding landlord and tenant policy issues; and identify educational opportunities, seminars, and materials that would be useful to landlords and tenants.
Social Housing Task Force
As part of Resolve 7-24/25, the City Council approved the creation of a Social Housing Task Force to conduct a comprehensive study and develop a strategic framework of a government-led social housing program in Portland.
Sound Oversight Committee
The Sound Oversight Committee meets on an as needed basis, as issues arise with entertainment licenses within the City of Portland.