Port of Cascade Locks Commission Orientation & Reference Guide
Congratulations on being elected or appointed to the Port of Cascade Locks Board of Commissioners.
This reference guide has been designed to ensure that the Port's board members have all the tools necessary to provide superior leadership and governance to their communities.
Enjoy your time on the board and be assured of the gratitude of the Port of Cascade Locks and the community for your willingness to serve!
Government & Ethics
Special District Board Member Handbook
A reference guide for newly elected or appointed board officials, providing essential information on their statutory responsibilities, governance basics, public meeting laws, and ethics requirements for serving a special district.
What is a Special District?
An illustrated brochure from the Special Districts Association of Oregon explaining what special districts are, their services, advantages, numbers, example profiles, and a statewide map.
Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) Chapter 198 – Special Districts Generally (2023 Edition)
The governing law detailing all aspects of special district formation, administration, boundary changes, and cessation.
SDAO Special Districts Fact Sheet – Ports
An overview of Oregon port districts, governance, roles in multimodal freight, and funding realities.
Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) Chapter 777 – Ports Generally (2023 Edition)
The governing law for Oregon's Port Districts, defining the authority, responsibilities, and administrative structure for nearly all Port Districts in Oregon.
Oregon Government Ethics Law – A Guide for Public Officials
A comprehensive manual published by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission (OGEC). Its primary purpose is to clearly explain the requirements and prohibitions of the state's ethics law.
Port Commissioner Training
List of mandatory and recommended trainings to ensure Commissioners are fully proficient in their legal duties and best practices.
Financial & Budget
Basic Local Budget Law Training (February 2025)
OAR 150.504.420 – Local Budgeting Manual
The main local budgeting manual for Oregon,
OAR 150.504.400 – Local Budgeting in Oregon
A shorter, introductory document that supplements that manual. It is a not a replacement for the comprehensive manual.
Strategic Planning
Port of Cascade Locks Strategic Business Plan FY 2024-2029
Port of Cascade Locks District Map
Organizational Structure
Organization Chart
Port Staff (2025)
Port Contractors & Consultants
Meetings & Procedures
Port of Cascade Locks Port Commission Duties and Responsibilities Policy Manual (2023)
Port Commissioner Committees
Port Operations & Assets
Port of Cascade Locks Marine Park Map
Port of Cascade Locks Marine Park Master Plan
Map of Port of Cascade Locks Properties
Master Plan for Development of the Port of Cascade Locks Business Park
Legal & Contracts
Port of Cascade Locks Contracting & Purchasing (Procurement) Rules