Public Notice: Portland City Council Meeting Agenda and Regional Advisories for March 11, 2026

Portland City Council Regular Meeting and Work Session

The Portland City Council will convene for its regular weekly meeting on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 1221 SW Fourth Avenue. This session is a hybrid event, allowing for both in-person attendance and virtual participation via the city's digital broadcast channels. Following the morning session, the Council is scheduled to hold a work session from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to discuss ongoing municipal projects and policy development.

Key Legislative Actions and Agenda Highlights

During the morning session, the Council is slated to address several high-priority items. A critical milestone is reached at 9:45 a.m. with the second reading and vote on the Public Infrastructure Environmental Code Project. This initiative aims to streamline environmental zoning regulations to better accommodate essential public infrastructure while maintaining natural resource protections. Other notable agenda items include:

• Campaign Finance Code Amendments: Council will consider an ordinance to amend Chapter 2.10 of the City Code to maintain the enforcement of voter-approved regulations following recent court orders.
• Community Involvement Committee: A formal report will be presented to appoint new members to the committee, ensuring continued civic engagement in local government processes.
• Special Proclamation: The session will open with an acknowledgment of a proclamation for David "DJ OG One" Jackson, recognizing significant community contributions.

Public Communications and Testimony

Registered community members are confirmed to address the Council during the public communications segment. Topics scheduled for discussion include municipal trash services, safety concerns regarding the Alternate Access Recycling Center, Vision Zero initiatives, and PBOT worksite practices. Residents interested in future testimony must register by the Friday preceding the meeting date.

Public Service Announcements and Regional Advisories

Beyond City Hall, several public service updates are active for Wednesday, March 11:

• Sandy River Smelt Fishery: The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has announced the opening of the smelt fishery on the Sandy River for a limited window today, March 11, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Land Use Notices: The Bureau of Development Services reminds residents of the upcoming March 26 appeal deadline for a land use decision in the Pearl District (LU 26-009952 AD) and the March 25 comment deadline for a proposal in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood (LU 26-006238 AD).
• Regional Health Coordination: In alignment with the newly launched West Coast Health Alliance, local health officials continue to coordinate with state partners in Oregon, Washington, and California to uphold scientific integrity in public health guidance and immunization recommendations.