There are two ways to become a PCP: you can be elected or appointed. There is only one difference between becoming an appointed or elected PCP: elected PCPs may vote for district leaders in the biennial legislative district meetings and Multnomah County Democratic Party officers at the biennial Party reorganization meeting. The only way to become an elected PCP is to run for election in the primary election, which is held May in even-numbered years.

To be appointed as a PCP, first confirm that you meet the above prerequisites and are a registered Democrat in Multnomah County. Once you are registered, please fill out our PCP application form. Applications are due on the 1st of each month in order to be eligible for appointed PCP status at that month's upcoming central committee meeting (Please disregard the deadlines on the form, they will be updated soon).

After you have submitted the form, we will check your Voter Record to confirm that your voter status is “Active” and that you are registered as a Democrat. Once you pass this screening, the Second Vice Chair will want to meet with you to go over some paperwork. Once this is done, the final step is for the Central Committee to approve your appointment to a vacant PCP position. You will be expected to appear at the Central Committee meeting at which you are appointed, unless there are special circumstances that warrant an appointment in absentia.

To be elected a PCP, you need to run for election during the May Primary Election that is held during even-numbered years. The next chance to be an elected PCP will be in May 2024. The next filing deadline will be announced by the Secretary of State's office as that primary election date approaches.  Fill out the SOS Online Form.