List of mayors of places in Oregon facts for kids
A mayor is a very important leader in a city or town. They are like the head of the city government. Mayors help make decisions about how the city runs, from keeping parks clean to making sure roads are safe. In Oregon, many cities have mayors who work hard to make their communities great places to live.
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Understanding City Mayors
Who is a Mayor?
A mayor is the top elected official in a city. People in the city vote for their mayor. This person leads the city's government. They work with the city council to make important choices.
What Does a Mayor Do?
Mayors have many jobs. They often lead city council meetings. They also help create the city's budget. This budget decides how the city spends its money. Mayors also represent their city to other governments. They work to improve life for everyone in their city.
Meet the Mayors of Oregon's Biggest Cities
Oregon has many wonderful cities. Each one has a mayor who helps guide it. This list shows the mayors of the 25 largest cities in Oregon. These are the people currently leading these communities.
| Rank | City | Mayor | Serving since | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portland | Ted Wheeler | January 1, 2017 | Portland is Oregon's largest city. |
| 2 | Salem | Chris Hoy | November 2, 2022 | Salem is the capital city of Oregon. |
| 3 | Eugene | Lucy Vinis | January 9, 2017 | Eugene is known for its university. |
| 4 | Gresham | Travis Stovall | January 2021 | Gresham is a large city near Portland. |
| 5 | Hillsboro | Steve Callaway | January 3, 2017 | Hillsboro is a hub for technology. |
| 6 | Beaverton | Lacey Beaty | January 2021 | Beaverton is home to many businesses. |
| 7 | Bend | Melanie Kebler | November 2020 | Bend is popular for outdoor activities. |
| 8 | Medford | Randy Sparacino | January 2021 | Medford is in southern Oregon. |
| 9 | Springfield | Sean VanGordon | January 2021 | Springfield is next to Eugene. |
| 10 | Corvallis | Charles Maughan | January 2023 | Corvallis is home to Oregon State University. |
| 11 | Albany | Alex Johnson II | January 1, 2021 | Albany is in the Willamette Valley. |
| 12 | Tigard | Heidi Lueb | January 2023 | Tigard is a city in Washington County. |
| 13 | Lake Oswego | Kent Studebaker | January 1, 2013 | Lake Oswego is known for its lake. |
| 14 | Keizer | Cathy Clark | January 2015 | Keizer is north of Salem. |
| 15 | Grants Pass | Sara Bristol | January 1, 2021 | Grants Pass is in Josephine County. |
| 16 | Oregon City | Rachel L. Smith | April 7, 2021 | Oregon City was Oregon's first capital. |
| 17 | McMinnville | Rick Olson | January 1, 2013 | McMinnville is in Yamhill County. |
| 18 | Redmond | George Endicott | January 2009 | Redmond is in Central Oregon. |
| 19 | Tualatin | Frank Bubenik | January, 2019 | Tualatin is known for its river. |
| 20 | West Linn | Russ Axelrod | January 2015 | West Linn is south of Portland. |
| 21 | Woodburn | Eric Swenson | December 10, 2018 | Woodburn is known for its flower farms. |
| 22 | Newberg | Bill Rosacke | January 17th, 2023 | Newberg is home to George Fox University. |
| 23 | Forest Grove | Malynda Wenzl | January 2011 | Forest Grove is in Washington County. |
| 24 | Roseburg | Larry Rich | January 1, 1999 | Roseburg is in Douglas County. |
| 25 | Wilsonville | Julie Fitzgerald | January 2021 | Wilsonville is south of Portland. |
See also
- List of mayors of Bend, Oregon
- List of mayors of Eugene, Oregon
- List of mayors of Hillsboro, Oregon
- List of mayors of Milwaukie, Oregon
- List of mayors of Portland, Oregon
