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Proclamation for Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day, October 10, 2010

Washington County will convene a service fair at Bethany Village this Saturday, October 2, as part of the county’s public information effort about countywide public safety and library renewal levies on the ballot this November. The service fair will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the fountain at N.W. Bethany Boulevard and N.W. Central Drive.

Washington County will convene a service fair at the Forest Grove Farmers Market this Wednesday, September 29, as part of the county’s public information effort about countywide public safety and library renewal levies on the ballot this November. The service fair will run from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Main Street between 21st and Pacific Avenue in Forest Grove.

The Washington County Fair Board and members of the Board of Commissioners will meet Tuesday, Sept. 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 109 of the former PCC Hillsboro Center at 102 SW Washington Street, Hillsboro. The Fair Board intends to develop a multi-year plan that provides vision and strategic direction for the annual Fair event.

CNAC (1 term to expire 11/30/10)

Partners for a Sustainable Washington County Community is teaching a Portland Community College Community Education class on Wednesday nights this fall called “Our Green Washington County.” The class will be a sustainability education course with discussion and site visits to partner locations.

"Stand Down" is a tern that comes from times of battle when troops could rest and recover. This Stand Down provides an opportunity to all veterans to receive information about vital services they and their families may need.

'Mental Health Court: Moving From Jail and Hospital to Stability in the Community" discusses the purpose and processes of helping mentally ill adults stay out of both hospital and jail.

Family Volunteer Fair is an opportunity for whole families, from the youngest to oldest members, to come together to make a real difference for service programs throughout Washington County.

Candidates to Address Senior and Veteran Issues at a public forum on Sept. 30, 2010

Washington County will convene a service fair at Cedar Mill Farmers Market this Saturday, September 11, as part of the county’s public information effort about countywide public safety and library renewal levies on the ballot this November. The service fair will run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 13565 NW Cornell Road, Portland.

Public comment will be accepted until September 30, 2010, on the final draft of the Washington County Road Design and Construction Standards.

Washington County's Commission on Children and Families has received a grant to enroll children in the Healthy Kids medical insurance program.

Large Bridge Beams Being Delivered to NW Cornelius Pass Road the week of September 13th - Expect Delays

Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter Announces 9 Hole Golf Tournament Fundraiser held at Meriwether Golf Club

Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter Dog Adoption Area Closed Until September 7 due to upper respiratory infection

Washington County’s public information effort about countywide public safety and library levies on the ballot this November will include eight events designed to inform voters. The first event will begin 5 p.m. Friday, August 27, as part of the Tualatin Concert on the Commons at 8325 SW Nyberg Street, Tualatin.

Due to global paint shortage, repainting stripes on some roads will have to wait.

Partnership between Land Use and Transportation, Sheriff's Office and TVF&R launch new traffic safety campaign

Four decades of service on the part of the Washington County Housing Authority are celebrated this week.