City Club of Portland, Civic organization in Portland, United States.
The City Club of Portland is a civic organization in downtown Portland that conducts research studies and hosts public policy discussions throughout the year. It meets weekly at the Sentinel Hotel for lunch forums where experts from government, the arts, sciences, and education share their work and perspectives.
The organization was founded in 1916 by civic-minded individuals to discuss and study Portland's development. Over time it grew into a forum for many topics and built an extensive collection of research reports on city issues.
The organization shifted from an exclusive male membership to full inclusivity in 1973, marking a significant change when Mildred Schwab became the first female member.
Visitors can join the weekly Friday lunch forums to hear presentations from experts on various topics. The meetings welcome people who want to learn about local issues and hear different perspectives on city matters.
The group has published over one thousand studies on local issues that influenced major city decisions since it began. One example is its role in supporting the creation of Forest Park, one of the largest urban green spaces.
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