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Statement on Reopening

Although we have no date yet for reopening, we have been working on a reopening plan that will be reviewed by our County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday.
News article Health and Human Services
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Emergency Declaration Extended to June 2

Revising the county emergency code and continuing the emergency declaration will help Washington County and many other public agencies and organizations to limit the spread of novel coronavirus.
Media release Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
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Building safety, public works proclamations approved

Proclamations in recognition of Building Safety Month and National Public Works Week were approved by the Washington County Board of Commissioners during its regular meeting on May 5 in support of work performed by Department of Land Use & Transportation (LUT) staff.
Media release Land Use & Transportation
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Town Hall with Chair Harrington May 11, 2020

Learn about the County’s on-going response to the new coronavirus, our upcoming budget process, the various measures on the ballot for the May 19 Primary Election and other topics.
Media release Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
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Voters Encouraged to Mail Ballots for May Primary Election

Elections officials encourage voters to mail their ballots as soon as possible for the May 19 Primary Election. New this year for all Oregon voters—return envelopes include prepaid postage to mail ballots for free.
Media release Assessment and Taxation
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Property tax installment payments due May 15

Washington County property tax payments are due May 15, 2020 for property owners making installment payments. Several payment options are available while the property tax payment lobby is closed to in-person visits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Media release Assessment and Taxation
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John Wheeler Named Emergency Management Manager

Following a nationwide search, John Wheeler has been appointed to serve as Washington County’s Emergency Management manager and is currently helping to lead the County’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Media release County Administrative Office
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2020-21 County Proposed Budget

Washington County’s proposed $1.4 billion total budget supports continued response to the COVID-19 pandemic and strategic investments in equity, economic development, affordable housing and transportation.
Media release County Administrative Office
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Reward Offered to Help Solve Armed Robbery

On April 23, 2020, at 9:15 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Plaid Pantry at 809 NW Murray Bv. in the community of Bethany. An employee called 911 to report the store had been robbed at knifepoint. A man wearing a mask, gloves, and sunglasses robbed the store and then fled on foot.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Man Runs From Deputies After Violating His RO

On Thursday, April 23, 2020, at 9:37 p.m. Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a restraining order violation actively occurring. 25-year-old Christopher Kent, of Hillsboro, Oregon, was driving his 1992 Ford Aerostar van and was chasing another vehicle. Mr. Kent was chasing an individual who had an active restraining order against him. While deputies were trying to catch up to Mr. Kent’s vehicle, Mr. Kent rammed the car he was chasing.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Emergency Declaration Extended to May 5

Continuing the emergency declaration will help Washington County and many other public agencies and organizations to limit the spread of novel coronavirus.
Media release Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
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Staying Vigilant

After multiple weeks of physical distancing, County Board of Commissioners Chair Kathryn Harrington underscores the importance of carrying on with Oregon’s Stay Home, Save Lives order.
News article Board of County Commissioners (BCC)

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