Welcome to the Office of Cable Communications & Franchise Management

Office Profile

• We administer utility franchises/licenses for the City of Portland and cable franchises for the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission.
• We generate the second largest revenue source to the City’s general fund, nearly $70 million annually.
• Our small staff has a national reputation and our advice is sought out by local governments across the United States.
• One Mt. Hood Cable Commission member said recently, "We have a crack staff that is nationally recognized for its expertise.

Notice of Public Hearing

On December 10, 2009 at 9:30 am staff will be conducting a Hearing on proposed Administrative Rules pursuant to staff’s existing jurisdiction and responsibilities as set forth in City Code Chapters 3.114, 7.12, and 7.14. The Rules are designed to:

• Clarify the applicability of Chapter 7.14 to wireline telephone providers operating in the City;
• Propose standard cover report forms for regular fee and tax payments; and
• Provide for a Settlement Report to be included with financial settlements filed by staff for review by the City Council.

Additional information can found by clicking on the "Public Hearing - Utility Franchise Management" or by going to Upcoming Events link (to the right).