The City of Portland’s Annual District Meetings will begin Thursday, October 29, 2026, with the District 1 meeting hosted by Councilor Sarah Michniewicz. The rest of the meetings will take place throughout November and December. Mayor Dion, City Councilors, City Manager Danielle West, and City staff will be available to discuss neighborhood issues and answer questions from the public. These meetings are the public’s opportunity to meet their district councilor, the Mayor, and representatives from the various departments within the city. 

The City will once again offer free childcare during these meetings. Staff from the Parks, Recreation & Facilities (PRF) Before and After the Bell Program will provide childcare assistance for children ages 5-12. Families will need to sign a liability waiver and sign in/out of the program. Family members must be attending the meeting to utilize the service. The program will take place in adjacent spaces to the meeting from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM only. No pre-registration is required.