Council adopts new code chapter to fund electric vehicle charging systems

Jul 1, 2026

Portland's council adopted a non-emergency ordinance adding a code chapter (26.11) to fund electric vehicle charging systems; councilors described the move as moving quickly and historic for the city's climate goals.

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On second reading the council unanimously (11 ayes, 1 absent) adopted a non-emergency ordinance to add a code chapter (26.11) establishing funding for electric vehicle charging systems.

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