CIC Membership Roster 2025-2026
Members of the Community Involvement Committee are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for a term of three years and can serve up to two terms consecutively. There are up to 15 members on the CIC who represent any of the 4 county districts or serve at large (work, play, worship, or are otherwise involved in Multnomah County but do not currently live in Multnomah County). Learn more about the CIC here!
Renai Bell (she/her), District 2 - FY25 CIC Co-Chair
Renai works in Product Management within the software and technology sector, currently leading the development of analytics at a local nonprofit to identify and implement high-impact river conservation and restoration projects. In addition, she volunteers as a math and science tutor with the Multnomah County Library, helping adults achieve their GEDs. 1st term ends 06/27/2027
Angel Brophy (she/her), District 2
Angel is a Program Coordinator/Data System Specialist with Human Solutions. Angel also volunteers her time to be a Community Health Worker for her Filipino Community to provide wrap-around services with the National Alliance for Filipino Concerns, as well as with the Pacific Coast Coalition for Seafarers. 2nd term ends 8/24/2026
Nina Gallo (she/her), District 3
Nina Gallo is currently a student at Portland State University studying Criminology and Criminal Justice and minoring in Spanish. Originally from Southern California, Nina moved to Portland in June of 2021 and has enjoyed exploring the city. During the 2023 legislative session in Oregon, Nina provided testimony in support of House Bill 2955, which passed, designating August 4th as Bracero Program Day in Oregon. The concept for HB2955 was introduced by Nina to the Oregon Commission on Hispanic Affairs while she was a student at Portland Community College. Nina is extremely passionate about advocacy and hopes to be a part of the solution to end mass incarceration. She is a member of MEChA de PSU and enjoys reading and riding the bus. 1st term ends 06/27/2027
David Hoang, (he/him), District 3 - FY26 Nominee
David is a recent college graduate and a proud alum of community initiatives such as the Multnomah Youth Commission and TRIO Upward Bound. He is most interested in creating healthy homes by merging urban planning with construction and real estate development – one of his life goals is to buy a home and be involved in every process. Born and raised in Portland, David now resides in the Montavilla neighborhood. You can find him making rounds at the Convention Center or pressing fresh sugarcane juice at Mia 102. 1st term expected to end 08/21/2028
Anand Jain (he/him), District 2 - FY26 Nominee
Anand is a physician, small business owner, and proud dad to a boxer and rescue tabby. He immigrated to the USA as a child, and grew up in rural Appalachia before moving to Portland. He recently earned an MBA from PSU and has a strong interest in tax policy, urban planning, and is passionate about revitalizing Multnomah County to make it a safe, accessible and thriving community for all residents. 1st term expected to end 08/21/2028
MacKenzie Jones (she/her), District 4 - FY26 Nominee
MacKenzie was born and raised in Portland. She attended college at the University of Portland and received her BSN. She has been a registered nurse for 13 years, and currently supports patients via telehealth for a substance use disorder organization. In her free time, she can be found doing harm reduction outreach, walking dogs at the animal shelter, or getting tattoos. She is married to her college sweetheart and they have a very modest zoo of two dogs and three cats. 1st term expected to end 08/21/2028
Chase Landrey (he/him), District 1 - FY26 Nominee
Chase has spent over 10 years working as a community engagement practitioner with diverse communities across the Pacific Northwest. His work and volunteering has focused on equity, community building, and placemaking efforts that support neighborhood vitality. He is a member of the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) and also enjoys playing table tennis and hunting for rocks and gems. 1st term expected to end 08/21/2028
Jen Mair (she/her), District 2 - FY25 Infrastructure Subcommittee Co-Chair
Jen is a facilitator and community engagement practitioner who works with local, state and federal agencies to collaborate together and engage community members on challenging planning and policy issues. She previously taught Communication Studies with a focus on fostering dialogue and deliberation around relevant and challenging topics. She currently teaches a course on Community Involvement and Communication in Planning at UC Davis. 1st term ends 8/17/2026
Diego Martinez (he/him), District 2
Diego works as a cashier at Bao Bao. He has previously interned with the Center for Migration, Gender and Justice and has canvassed for charter reform in Portland. 1st term ends 8/24/2026
Quay'Roenel Matthews, CRM (she/her), District 3- FY25 Recovery Subcommittee Chair
Quay'Roenel is a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) 2024 graduate from Miracles with a mission to provide education/resources, support through barriers and advocacy for those who have gone through similar life experiences as she has. Since May 2024 she has been actively engaged with Multnomah County’s Easter Seals where she has developed computer literacy skills to assist her work as a Peer Support Specialist. In 2023 she completed a Humanities in Perspective course and Project Independence course and also is a 2014 graduate of Project Independence at Portland Community College. Quay'Roenel has volunteered on the Our Just Future/Human Solution’s Resident Advisory Committee (RAC) Member from 2021-2024; and professionally was the first LGBTQ+ Case/House Manager for Bridges to Change, proudly serving the community with support in goal setting from 2019-2020. She has also been involved in the Diane Wade House Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program (2019), Woman’s First Transitional and Referral Program (2019), and Quest Center for Integrative Health (2019). As a self-described grateful recovering addict, she has also taken steps to be an engaged member of Thy Kingdom Come International Church (TKCIC) and she is committed to implementing the skills she's gained to help serve others. First term ends 6/27/2027
Brian Romer (he/him), District 3
Brain R. is a freelance book editor specializing in science, technology, and the environment. He is a member of the Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Community Involvement Committee, and works with several nonprofit organizations advocating for city and state climate action. 1st term ends 8/17/2026
Jenny Shadley (she/her), District 2
Jenny is a Graphic Design Supervisor and Photographer at Clark College in Vancouver, WA, where she serves on many committees including Guided Pathways, Climate Improvement Task Force, Strategic Planning committee, and chairs the Art Selection Committee. She is also a volunteer instructor with GirlStrength, teaching self-defense to girl-identified middle schoolers. 1st term ends 9/9/2024
Ann Singer (she/her), District 3
Ann Singer is the founder and Executive Director of Rogue Pack youth theatre in Portland. She has organized and taught storytelling theatre workshops and performances for underserved populations throughout OR since 2009. She served as Vice President on the board of Soroptimist International of Portland whose mission is to improve the lives of women and children around the world. She is currently Secretary of the Sellwood Moreland Business Association and on the board of The Portland Area Theatre Alliance. 1st term ends 06/27/2027
Frank Stevens (he/him), District 4 - FY26 Nominee
Frank is a retired Oregon Air National Guard technician. He recently completed his graduate degree in Sociology (BS) at Portland State University and is currently volunteering in several positions as an advocate for his community. As an East County resident, he enjoys exploring the northwest by bike, trails and waterways. 1st term expected to end 08/21/2028
Pau Thang (he/him), District 4 - FY25 Infrastructure Subcommittee Co-Chair
Thang came as a refugee in 2009 and belongs to the Zomi and Burmese community. He worked as an Asian Pacific Islander Youth Advocate at Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization (IRCO), connecting refugee families with resources for 2 years and currently, working as INSPIRE Program Coordinator. He is also serving as the International City/County Management Association President at Portland State University Chapter, focusing on students’ interaction with local government professionals and experts. 2nd term ends 06/27/2027