Passed · 11–0
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Vote register entry for 2026-306: Create new non-represented classification of Council Public Information Officer and establish a compensation range for this classification
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Official community impact statementThere is no direct cost to create the new classification.The Council Public Information Officer has a range of $102,856.00 annual full time to $133,619.20 annual full time.
Official financial impact statementVote register entry for 2026-306: Create new non-represented classification of Council Public Information Officer and establish a compensation range for this classification
Official title: Create new non-represented classification of Council Public Information Officer and establish a compensation range for this classification
Ordinance 192220Final official action · Portland.govThe City of Portland ordains.Section 1. The Council finds:In accordance with the policies established by the City Council based on a classification and compensation review, the Bureau of Human Resources is creating one new non-represented classification and establishing a compensation rate, effective upon passage by Council.NOW, THEREFORE, the Council directs:The following classification is being created:Job ClassPay RangeCouncil Public Information OfficerAnnual Effective upon ratification: $102,856.00 - $133,619.20Hourly Effective upon ratification: $49.45–$64.24The recommended compensation range is aligned with the City's existing Central Public Information Officer classification and will be working in the interest of City Council within the Office of Council Operations.
Item pulled from the consent agenda for discussion. Passed to second reading September 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm
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Passed
Passed on September 16, 2026 by City Council
Passed
Passed to second reading on September 9, 2026 by City Council
Passed to second reading
Referred to City Council by Council President
Referred to City Council by Council President
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