Introduction
Members of the Department of County Assets (DCA) /Department of County Management (DCM) Community Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC) help to define the services provided to the County. CBAC members assist in reviewing programs and services, provide input on budget priorities, and offer funding recommendations to County leadership.
The DCA/DCM CBAC members represent the community as a whole, serving on behalf of various districts and bringing with them unique lived and learned experiences and perspectives. CBAC meetings focus on the broader priorities in Multnomah County, including what services are most needed, how programs are performing, and what should be prioritized in the next County budget.
The CBAC learns about DCA and DCM’s projects and makes recommendations to the County Chair regarding the prioritizing of funding for the upcoming fiscal year. Recommendations and insights shared by the CBAC help DCA and DCM to better reflect the needs and values of the people we serve.
CBAC members serve as partners to DCA and DCM, helping us focus our efforts and resources for our divisions including County Administration, Assessment and Taxation, Facilities, Fleet, and Information Technology work.
What Volunteering Can Offer You
- A way to represent your community through your local government.
- Learn how local dollars are spent in the department.
- Build relationships with department staff, elected officials, and other community members.
- Gain skills and knowledge in facilitation, public speaking, and applying an equity lens.
- Learn about public budgets, including planning, forecasting and approval processes.
Committee Meetings
When meetings begin for Fiscal Year 2026-27, you will find a meeting schedule, meeting agendas, and other information on the CBAC calendar page.
Committee Members
Members are appointed by the County Chair, and serve for a three-year term. Members can choose to serve a second, three-year term. Current DCA/DCM CBAC members are:
Brendan Adamczyk, District 2
Brendan works as a policy analyst and Civil Rights/Title VI Coordinator for the Clackamas County Department of Transportation and Development. Before joining Clackamas County, he received a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Oregon, where he worked on natural hazard and wildfire mitigation planning and served on two advisory committees convened by the university president concerned with reducing campus carbon emissions.
TJ Anderson, Co-Chair, District 1
TJ is currently attending PSU and working toward a Bachelor's Degree in Quantitative Economics and Business Administration. His achievements include past Honor Society President (PTK and NSLS at PCC), Disability Advocate, Student Legal Services Advisory Board Chair, and a darn good cook. He enjoys reading books, lifting weights, playing video games, or just doing things.
Maren Boehmer, District 3
Maren brings more than 20 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies, where she regularly managed department and large project budgets. She has also been involved in finance within her community having served as the Treasurer for her neighborhood association. Maren has built connections with people from diverse backgrounds and has learned to listen to and amplify perspectives that are often left out of the decision making process. She believes that a budget is only as equitable as the voices that shape it, and is committed to ensuring those voices are heard.
Ben Brady, Co-Chair, District 3
Ben has a strong history of community service and professional experience. He has been an active member of the Assets and Management CBAC and has contributed to the CIC. Ben also volunteered with the City of Gresham’s Transportation Planning Department, supporting a few projects. For 12 years, he served as the Map Gallery Chair, assisting in organizing the annual GIS in Action Conference. In addition to these roles, Ben has provided data entry support for both the Volunteer Office in Gresham and Multnomah County. He has also volunteered to work with Meals on Wheels and Habitat for Humanity. Ben earned his Civil Engineering degree from Portland State University in 2003. Currently, he works at Home Depot and has accumulated diverse experience with maps in various professional capacities. Ben has a long history of serving on CBACs.
Iain Debernitz, District 1
Iain has a deep, personal tie to systems related to community justice and a strong desire to advocate for others. Iain believes an important step to advocating for others is to have a say in how resources are allocated to services. This role is Iain’s first time volunteering for a local government agency. He looks forward to connecting with his peers and bringing his lived experience to the work of the Committee.
Terry Harris, Central CBAC Representative, District 1
Terry is a retired non-Oregon attorney and has a vast amount of advisory committee experience both in Portland sitting on the City of Portland's Government Transition Advisory Committee and previously in Yorba Linda, California, where he chaired an advisory committee for a local water district. Terry is relatively new to Multnomah County, hopes to grow deep roots here, and has an extensive background in community and environmental advocacy and involvement.
Jamario Jessie, District 4
Jamario has reviewed and worked with budgets through coursework financial analysis, prioritization, and evaluating tradeoffs under constraints. Jamario brings both lived and learned experience working with and within historically marginalized and underrepresented communities. Through his education, he has further developed an understanding of how structural inequities affect Black, Indigenous, low-income, and unhoused communities. Jamario is motivated to ensure these perspectives are considered when evaluating priorities and tradeoffs in public budgeting.
Brian King, District 1
Bran is a senior Finance major at Portland State University, where he has developed a strong foundation in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting concepts, and evaluating how organizations allocate limited resources. His coursework has strengthened his ability to analyze financial information, ask thoughtful questions, and make decisions based on data. Brian joined the DCA/DCM CBAC as a way to contribute to his community while gaining a deeper understanding of public budgeting and responsible financial stewardship.
Jenna Lewis, District 2
Jenna is a contracts specialist who graduated with a Master of Public Policy degree from Portland State University. She has worked four years in the legal field helping create and protect families through adoption and surrogacy. She thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail, enjoys rock climbing, backpacking, billiards, film, vegan cooking, and being very poor indeed at pub trivia.
Brian Miller, District 2
Brian is a tax professional with extensive experience analyzing financial data and helping individuals and businesses make sound decisions. As a parent of three young children, he is deeply invested in how public resources support families, education, and long-term community wellbeing. Brian has volunteered with local schools and family-focused organizations and brings expertise in financial literacy, fiscal responsibility, and equity in resource allocation. He hopes to translate technical budget details into clear, actionable decisions that reflect community values.
Chuck Woods, District 1
Chuck is a technology consultant who has served 3 years on the DCS CBAC and is prior to joining the DCA/DCM CBAC. He has over 20 years of technology and organizational leadership experience, he brings expertise in leading corporate systems, digital employee experience, digital transformations, and bridging the gap between business and technology. Chuck enjoys woodworking, culinary arts, music, and travel.
Committee Resources
- CBAC Policy Guide (pdf, 652kb)
- CBAC Member Repository of Resources
Interested in Learning More About Multnomah County CBACs?
Click here [Join a Community Budget Advisory Committee] to be redirected to the Office of Community Involvement’s website. Here you can learn more about CBACs and apply to become a member.