As of May 2010, the Commission has four standing sub-committees. Those sub-committees are:

• Public Outreach and Awareness
• Livability and Wellness
• Employment
• Accessibility in the Built Environment

Drafts of each sub-committees work plans are available online by clicking on the link "Standing Sub-Committees" and then clicking on any of the individual sub-committee links. The monthly schedule of the executive board and four standing sub-committees may be viewed here: http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/index.cfm?c=52339  

The following ad-hoc sub-committees have also been established:

• Selection (to process applications for open positions)
• Bylaws  (to work on revising the Bylaws)
• Written and Electronic Accessibility Guidelines

City Bureau Liaisons requested the following ad-hoc sub-committees which were created:

• ADA Transition Plan
• 122^nd Avenue Project

Sub-Committees are open to public involvement.  Community members may participate though they cannot vote.  If you are interested in being involved in any of the above sub-committees, please notify Patrick Philpott at (503) 823-4432 or patrick.philpott@portlandoregon.gov