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After two years of standing up new housing resources including increased shelter and rental assistance, Board of County Commissioners adopt first Public Camping Ordinance for Washington County

On July 11, 2023, investigators assigned to the Westside Interagency Narcotics (WIN) team received three awards from the Oregon-Idaho High-Intensity Drug Traffic Area (HIDTA) and the Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association (ONEA).

Washington County Animal Services is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owner of two male Pitbull-type puppies found in the bushes in Hillsboro.

Detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit were called to investigate suspected child abuse at a home in unincorporated Tigard.

Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, spearheaded by our Sheriff’s Office Criminal Apprehension Team with support from the U.S. Marshals Service and Oregon State Police, recently combined their efforts during Operation Whiskers.

On Friday, July 7, 2023, 32-year-old Meagan Bruce was found at the Washington County Jail. Deputies immediately attempted life-saving efforts, assisted by paramedics who arrived a short time later, but those efforts were ultimately unsuccessful.

The Housing Authority of Washington County Finalizes Purchase of Senior Apartments Complex to Preserve Affordability

On Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 3:00 a.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy observed a silver 2022 Ford Bronco driving well above the posted speed limit. The vehicle, which was stolen, crashed at the Merlo MAX Station with four juveniles inside.

The Miller Hill Road

Washington County continues to monitor for overdoses in our community. The numbers of fatal and nonfatal overdoses have decreased since the overdose alert was issued. However, overdose continues to be an ongoing risk for people who use drugs.

144 New Affordable Homes Now Available for Families & Seniors

El Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos del Condado de Washington está emitiendo una alerta de sobredosis por un aumento significativo de sobredosis graves y muertes. Si usted o alguien que conoce está usando drogas, hay un riesgo alto de sobredosis.

Washington County to switch 9-1-1 ambulance provider for the first time in 20 years.

El Refugio de Animales Bonnie Hays en Hillsboro estará abierto el martes 4 de julio de 11 a.m. a 4 p.m. para servicios limitados, incluyendo la admisión de perros callejeros y reuniones entre animales perdidos y sus dueños.

The Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter in Hillsboro will be open on Tuesday, July 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for limited services, including stray dog intake and reunions between lost animals and their owners. Plus, read tips for keeping your pets safe.

Perry brings 30 years of experience in the field of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. She will serve in the interim role after the departure of Latricia Tillman, Washington County’s first Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer.

The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a public meeting on June 28th for the public to review and comment on the County’s updated hazmat plan.

The Road Maintenance Program outlines our road maintenance activities.

New budget for this next fiscal year avoids layoffs and reduces reliance on one-time revenue sources.