- Can I watch Council meetings on television?
City Council Business Meetings are aired live on Metro East Community Media (MECM) cable channel 30. The meetings are also rebroadcast on MECM channel 30 on Fridays at 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
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- Do the City Council and Mayor receive compensation?
No. While the Mayor and Council are elected to their positions, they volunteer the time they give to the City.
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- How can I address the City Council?
If you would like to speak at a City Council meeting, check out our Speaking Guidelines. Please note that public comment is allowed at all City Council Business meetings and at Policy Development meetings if the comments relate to scheduled agenda items. Public comment is not taken at Roundtable meetings or Information Sessions.
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- How can I meet with the Mayor or a City Councilor?
To schedule a meeting with a City Councilor contact Connie Otto at 503-618-2360 or Connie.Otto@GreshamOregon.gov.
To schedule a meeting with the Mayor contact Eric Chambers at 503-618-2584 at Eric.Chambers@GreshamOregon.gov.
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- How many years are the terms of the Mayor and Councilors?
The Mayor and Council are elected to four-year, staggered terms.
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- When and where are City Council meetings held?
1st Tuesday of month: Council Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers
2nd Tuesday of month: Policy Development Meeting, 3:00 p.m., City Hall Conference Center
3rd Tuesday of month: Council Business Meeting, 3:00 p.m., Council Chambers
4th Tuesday of month: Council Roundtable, 3:00 p.m., City Hall Conference Room 3A
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- Where can I find agendas and minutes for Council meetings?
Council meeting agendas and minutes can be accessed under Meeting Minutes and Agendas. For more information regarding Council meeting agendas and minutes contact the City Recorder’s Office at 503-618-2697.
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