General News
Statement from Board Chair Kathryn Harrington on the surge of Delta variant - Release date: 08/19/2021
Board Chair Kathryn Harrington speaks to ways we can all address the current surge of COVID-19 cases, especially by getting vaccinated and following state masking requirements.
Housing Choice Voucher Program Waitlist Opening July 26 - Release date: 07/13/2021
The Housing Authority of Washington County (HAWC) will accept applications for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, formally Section 8, between July 26 and August 4, 2021.
New Project-Based Voucher Waitlist Opening for Two Housing Properties - Release date: 06/29/2021
The Housing Authority of Washington County (HAWC) will accept applications for a new Project-Based Voucher Rental Assistance program beginning July 7, 2021. The waitlist is for new construction units to be leased in September and October 2021.
Board of Commissioners issue Juneteenth Proclamation - Release date: 06/16/2021
The Board of County Commissioners have proclaimed June 19, 2021 as Juneteenth in Washington County.
Board of Commissioners issue LGBTQ Pride Month Proclamation - Release date: 06/03/2021
The Board of County Commissioners have proclaimed June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month in Washington County.
Election Results for May 2021 - Release date: 05/18/2021
Unofficial election-night results for the May Regular District Election available after 8 p.m.
Compensation available for Oregon landlords with unpaid rent - Release date: 05/07/2021
The Housing Authority of Washington County has partnered with Oregon Housing and Community Services to assist landlords in Washington County with unpaid rent payments.
Compensación disponible para propietarios de Oregon con alquiler impago - Release date: 05/07/2021
La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Washington se ha asociado con Servicios Comunitarios y de Vivienda de Oregon para ayudar a los propietarios en el Condado de Washington con los pagos de alquiler impagos.
Proclamation issued for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2021 - Release date: 05/04/2021
The Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed May 2021 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Washington County.
Washington County moving back to “high” risk on Friday - Release date: 04/21/2021
Starting Friday, April 23, Washington County joins 22 other counties in the high risk category. Health officials urge community members to keep gatherings small and outside, wear masks, stay home when sick, and get vaccinated when they can get an appointment.
$104.6 million in federal relief funds outlined in final report - Release date: 04/16/2021
"Lift Us Up, Keep Us Going" describes how Washington County used these federal dollars to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional emitió una Alerta Roja - Release date: 04/16/2021
Una Alerta significa que existen condiciones climáticas propicias para los incendios, vientos Fuertes, humedad relativa baja y temperaturas cálidas.
Red Flag Warning in effect today - Release date: 04/16/2021
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions comprised of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures are expected. Please prevent fires.
La prohibición temporal de quemaduras - Release date: 04/14/2021
Las condiciones meteorológicas suponen un gran peligro de incendio en los próximos días.
Washington County Fire Defense Board enacts temporary burn ban - Release date: 04/14/2021
Weather conditions are bringing high fire danger over the coming days.
Boards and Commissions Vacancies Spring 2021 - Release date: 04/08/2021
The Washington County Board of Commissioners are seeking committed volunteers to advise them on critical community issues.
Información importante sobre la protección contra el desalojo - Release date: 03/26/2021
La moratoria de desalojo de 2021 en todo el estado de Oregón no protegerá automáticamente a los inquilinos que no puedan pagar su alquiler. Para tener derecho a la protección contra el desalojo por falta de pago del alquiler, los inquilinos deben presentar una declaración de dificultades económicas a su propietario.
Important Eviction Protection Information - Release date: 03/26/2021
Oregon’s 2021 statewide eviction moratorium will not automatically protect renters who are unable to pay their rent. To qualify for protection against eviction for non-payment of rent, renters must submit a declaration of financial hardship to their landlord.
Statement from Board Chair Kathryn Harrington on Recent Gun Violence - Release date: 03/23/2021
Chair Harrington reflects on recent incidents of violence in Boulder, Atlanta and in Oregon.
$104.6 million in federal relief funds outlined in draft report - Release date: 03/17/2021
A draft report outlines the county’s use of federal relief funds to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
