Media Releases
Board approves Road Maintenance Program for 2018-19 - Release date: 06/19/2018
The 2018-19 Road Maintenance Program was approved by the Washington County Board of Commissioners at its June 19 meeting. The Program outlines the Department of Land Use & Transportation (LUT) road maintenance activities selected for the fiscal year.
Open house for Cornell Road is June 28 - Release date: 06/14/2018
The public is invited to comment on improvements planned for Cornell Road at an open house from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Leedy Grange Hall, 835 NW Saltzman Road.
Second 10th Avenue closure begins June 18 - Release date: 06/13/2018
From June 18-July 20, 10th Avenue will be closed between Alpine and Baseline streets for construction and rail crossing improvements.
Community Participation Organization (CPO) Program Returns to Forest Grove - Release date: 06/12/2018
CPO 12F will host their first community meeting in 17 years with an event in Forest Grove on Wednesday, June 27 at 6:00 p.m. at the Forest Grove Library. A panel of local experts will share strategies for building community support for families. Interpretation services are available for Spanish speakers.
Cornelius Pass Road open house is June 21 - Release date: 06/08/2018
The public is invited to comment on improvements planned for Cornelius Pass Road, at an open house from 5-7 p.m. June 21 at R. A. Brown Middle School, 1505 SE Cornelius Pass Road.
Tonquin, Grahams Ferry closures begin June 16 - Release date: 06/04/2018
Grahams Ferry Road will close between Basalt Creek Parkway and Tonquin Loop from June 15-Sept. 30 for road construction. Tonquin Road will also be closed at the Portland and Western Railroad/WES Commuter Rail crossing, west of Tonquin Loop, from June 16-July 31 for improvements to the crossing.
Summer Reading Starts June 1st – Something for Everyone! - Release date: 06/01/2018
The long days of summer are just around the corner. Librarians across Washington County have been hard at work preparing for the 2018 Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) Summer Reading program, and it all starts on Friday, June 1.
West Shore Drive to close June 4 - Release date: 05/23/2018
West Shore Drive, between Scott Hill Road and Scoggins Creek Recreation Area, will close June 4 for a culvert replacement and landslide mitigation.
Washington County to conduct windstorm exercise May 22 - Release date: 05/21/2018
Agencies and organizations throughout Washington County will participate in a disaster exercise on May 22. Public guidance about disaster preparedness is available at key websites.
Website helps travelers navigate multiple construction zones - Release date: 05/18/2018
GetUsThere.org , a website providing construction information in the Roy Rogers Road area, has been created to inform travelers about possible delays or detours.
Comment on Thompson and Clark Hill road projects by June 4 - Release date: 05/18/2018
The public is invited to comment on the Clark Hill Road bridge replacement and Thompson Road sidewalk improvement projects in two online open houses, through 5 p.m. Monday, June 4.
Washington County One of Five Oregon Counties to Pilot Family Sentencing Alternative Program - Release date: 05/17/2018
Washington County is one of five Oregon counties providing a pilot program to prevent children from entering the foster care system as a result of incarcerated parents. The program is also designed to promote reunification of families and reduce the likelihood of further involvement in the criminal justice system.
Open houses scheduled for Taylors Ferry, Cedar Hills/U.S. 26, Glencoe projects - Release date: 05/15/2018
The public is invited to attend open houses to learn more about the Glencoe Road, Cedar Hills/U.S. 26 intersection and Taylors Ferry Road projects.
National Public Works Week 2018 - Release date: 05/15/2018
May 20-26 was proclaimed National Public Works Week by the Washington County Board of Commissioners during the May 15 regular meeting.
Memorial Day Event in Hillsboro Includes Pre-Ceremony Entertainment - Release date: 05/14/2018
The official ceremony starts at 1 p.m. on May 28. From 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., community members are welcome to enjoy the patriotic music of the Hillsboro High School Jazz Ensemble and the Missbehavins.
Too late to mail ballots for May 15 Primary Election - Release date: 05/10/2018
Elections officials are asking last-minute voters to drop off their ballots well before 8 p.m. this Tuesday. Official ballot drop sites are located throughout the county.
ODOT to Create Traveling Static Display With Crashed Motorcycle - Release date: 05/10/2018
Washington County’s Fleet Services Division, in partnership with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, has donated a patrol motorcycle previously involved in a serious crash to the Oregon Department of Transportation for statewide community education.
Transportation Development Tax to increase 2.94% July 1 - Release date: 05/10/2018
Washington County Transportation Development Tax (TDT) rates will increase by 2.94 percent, effective July 1.
Project involvement opportunity for Elwert-Kruger intersection project will be May 31 - Release date: 05/08/2018
The public is invited to comment on the Elwert-Kruger intersection project 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 31 at Middleton Elementary School, 23505 SW Old Highway 99W.
Budget committee considers $1.2 billion spending plan - Release date: 05/08/2018
Washington County’s proposed $1.2 billion total budget includes managed growth in countywide services, upgrades and repairs to facilities and technology and investments in affordable housing.
