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The Portland Fire Department is now offering CPR/First Aid classes to the general public and Provider Level CPR. Contact Fire Chief Mike Weitzel at 726-4500 for details. Mission Statement We will provide a safe and professional response to fire, medical and environmental emergencies. To minimize the loss of life and property through suppression, medical first response, rescue education, code enforcement, investigation and [read more]

Zoning Administration

Pati McLaughlinAssistant Director @118 S. Meridian Street Suite E260-726-6904 The Jay/Portland Building & Planning Department Director and Assistant Director serve as the Zoning Administration for the Portland Advisory Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals [read more]

Advisory Board of Zoning Appeals

The Portland Advisory Board of Zoning Appeals members are appointed in accordance with Indiana Code IC 36-7-4-900 Series Member Appointed By Term of Membership Aaron Loy City Council 01/01/2023 – 12/31/2026 Kyle Cook Mayor 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Virginia Burkey Mayor 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2026 Larry Petro Mayor 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Ron Laux Portland Plan Commission 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 [read more]

Advisory Plan Commission

The Portland Advisory Plan Commission members are appointed in accordance with Indiana Code IC 36-7-4-200 Series Member Appointed By Term of Membership Ashley Hilfiker City Council 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Matt Goldsworthy City Council 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Kent McClung City Council 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Steve McIntosh Mayor 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Kyle Cook Mayor 01/01/2023 – 12/31/2026 Randy Geesaman Mayor 01/01/2022 – 12/31/2025 Bart Darby Mayor 01/01/2022 – 12/31/2025 Ron Laux Portland BZA 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2027 Jerry Alexander Portland Plan Commission 01/01/2024 – 12/31/2025 Chad Aker Jay Co Plan Commission 01/01/2025 – 12/31/2025 [read more]

City Council

Elected Officials' Term: 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2027

District 1- Matt GoldsworthyEmail: @ District 2- Mike AkerEmail: @ District 3- Michele BrewsterEmail: @ District 4- Ron MayEmail: @ District 7- Kent McClungEmail: @ At Large- Ashley HilfikerEmail: @ At Large- Dave GoldenEmail: @ City Attorney- Wes Schemenaur Clerk Treasurer- Lori PhillipsEmail: @ Mayor- Jeff WestlakeEmail: @ Attention all community members! Do you have a special event or gathering that requires a street closure? Or do you have an important issue [read more]

Water Department

The new water facility went into operation in September of 1992. The new treatment plant is designed for an average daily flow of 2.2 MGD and is readily expandable to a 3.3 MGD with the addition of new water wells. Portland draws its water from three wells all located on city property near the water treatment plant. This underground water [read more]

Street Department

The Portland Street Department is responsible for the care and maintenance of the city’s streets and alleys as well as a variety of other services associated with the city’s infrastructure and right-of-way. Duties include: Street repair and repavingSnow & ice removalStreet sweepingMowing municipal properties & rights-of-wayLeaf collection and composting ADA Rights Of Way Documents: ADA - Transition plan for public rights-of-wayADA - Compliance Grievance [read more]

Police Department

Mission Statement The Portland Police Department shall provide the highest quality service, preserving human rights, lives, and property, while striving to achieve the goals of the department, the city, and the community. We are committed to the highest professional standards, working in partnership with our citizens to problem solve and meet the challenges of reducing crime, creating a safer environment, and [read more]

Mayor's Office

City Court

To pay court fees online- Click Here Opens a New Window Fines and Court Costs Traffic Offense Charges If you have been cited with an infraction of Indiana Motor Vehicle Laws, the officer has given you a copy of the complaint and served you with a summons. Out-of-state motorists may be required to surrender their driver's license or a valid Motor Club Card, which [read more]

Board of Public Works and Safety

BOARD MEMBERS: CLERK: MAYOR JEFF WESTLAKE LORI PHILLIPS Elected - Term: 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2027 Elected - Term: 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2027 JERRY LEONHARD 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 STEVE McINTOSH 1/1/2025 - [read more]

Building & Zoning Department

Pati McLaughlinAssistant Director @118 S. Meridian Street Suite E260-726-6904 Department Services Issue city & county building and zoning permits Administer city & county zoning ordinance Perform building and zoning inspections Administer local plan review process Administer rezoning process Provide city & county plan commission staff support Provide city & county board of zoning appeals staff support Administer city & county flood control ordinances Respond to citizen inquiries and requests Zoning Regulations The [read more]

Clerk-Treasurer Office

To pay utility bill online- Click Here Opens a New Window CLERK TREASURER'S OFFICE The City of Portland Clerk Treasurer's Office is responsible for the overall finances of the City. They provide accounting and control services for all financial activities of the City of Portland. This office also oversees all payroll and Human Resources functions for the City. FINANCIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Act as [read more]

Historic Preservation

The Portland Historic Preservation Commission was created by the Portland City Council's approval of Ordinance Number 2008-7. The Ordinance and Commission are part of an active endeavor to improve economic development in downtown, preserve the heritage of the community and to establish incentives and guidelines for property owners to appropriately rehabilitate their properties. There is proven track record in communities [read more]

Municipal Airport

Aviation Meeting Policy Airport President Faron Parr Appointed by the mayor 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Vice President John Ferguson Appointed by the mayor 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Board member Clyde Bray Appointed by the mayor 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Board member Caleb Lutes Appointed by the mayor 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Services Airport Management 24-hour credit card self-fueling pump (100LL AvGas and) Aircraft parking Hangars Courtesy car Pilots lounge Public telephone Wi-Fi internet connection Computerized weather Charter services 24-hour terminal access Contract crop dusting Aviator Notes Located approximately 1.5 miles NW of Portland, [read more]

Park Department

Amphitheater Reservation Application Opens a New Window5 Year Park Plan Opens a New Window FREEDOM PARK200 block South Meridian Street Opens a New Window This park is owned and maintained by The Portland FoundationOpens in New Window HAYNES PARK600 Block West Votaw Street Opens a New Window HUDSON FAMILY PARK500 block South Wayne Street Opens a New Window AMPHITHEATER AT HUDSON FAMILY PARK500 block South [read more]

Portland Housing Authority

Mission Statement:The mission of the Portland Housing Authority is to be a leader in providing safe quality affordable housing for individuals and families with low incomes to increase their potential for long-term economic success and a sustained high quality of life. The Portland Housing Authority (PHA) serves the City of Portland by administering the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8,) a [read more]

Wastewater Treatment

For assistance after hours, please call the Portland Police Department at 260-726-7161 Mission Statement Through our treatment process, we strive to make tomorrow's water quality the best possible for our future generations. Click here Opens a New Window to view Portland's Wastewater Improvement Information. Click here Opens a New Window to view Wastewater Improvement Compliance. Backwash Holding Tank Trickling Filter [read more]

Water Park

Portland Park Board is excited to announce Mara Bader as the 2025 pool manager. Waterpark ApplicationOpens a New Window 2025 Admission prices – Portland Water Park REGULAS HOURS: Sunday thru Friday 12pm - 8pm and Saturday 12pm - 5pm $5 per person before 5pm, $3 per person after 5pm 10 days pass $50 per person Annual pass (family pass-single immediate family per household) 1 person = $752 [read more]