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Timber Road reopens after successful landslide repair project

May 2, 2025

Road crews may be present in the area as they complete final tasks.

Media release Washington County

Comment on proposed road maintenance activities

March 27, 2025

Review the draft 2025-26 Road Maintenance Program

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Washington County anticipates $20.5 million gap in next year’s budget

March 14, 2025

For a fifth year in a row, cuts in services will be needed to produce a balanced budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. New sources of revenue are also being studied.

Media release Finance

URMDAC members appointed, reappointed

September 5, 2024

URMDAC advises the Board of County Commissioners on services provided by the Urban Road Maintenance District.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Don’t put temporary signs in the public right-of-way

August 29, 2024

We consider removing signs if they interfere with road work or are a risk to safety.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

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Washington County Launches Podcast Series

August 8, 2024

Washington County is launching “One Washington County Oregon," a monthly podcast that will feature employees, subject matter experts and special guests. The community is invited to share feedback by completing a brief survey and win $25 gift cards.

News article County Administrative Office

Board approves planned road maintenance activities for FY 2024-25

June 18, 2024

The Road Maintenance Program outlines our road maintenance activities.

Media release Road Maintenance

Washington County proposed budget preserves basic county services despite reductions, funds modernization of key systems

April 29, 2024

UPDATE: Budget committees approve Washington County and special district budgets. The balanced county proposed budget closes a $10 million gap in the general fund, the third such reduced budget in as many years.

Media release Finance

Zoom meeting image of Washington County Board of Commissioners adopting the Strategic Plan Update 2024-2028

Board of County Commissioners adopts Strategic Plan Update 2024-2028

April 29, 2024

Revised plan refreshes language for Washington County’s vision, mission, principles, fundamental approaches and organizational goals.

Media release Board of County Commissioners (BCC)

Graphic that reads "Road Maintenance Program Online Open House" with image of tractor in background.

Give feedback on draft FY 2024-25 road maintenance project list

March 22, 2024

Your comments will help shape the final project list.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Ober appointed to key role in County Administrative Office

March 12, 2024

Ober’s portfolio will include Facilities, Fleet and Parks Services, Information Technology Services and the county’s Sustainability Program.

Media release County Administrative Office

Pedestrian and Biking Improvement projects approved for funding

January 24, 2024

The Urban Road Maintenance District (URMD) funds small-scale pedestrian and biking improvement projects, including sidewalks, pathways and bike lanes.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Members appointed and reappointed to URMDAC

November 16, 2023

URMDAC advises the Board of County Commissioners on the services provided by the Urban Road Maintenance District.

Media release Road Maintenance

Sidewalk Repair Grant assists with sidewalk repair, replacement

September 29, 2023

The repair or replacement of displaced or damaged sidewalk panels by a licensed contractor could be eligible for up to $2,000 in reimbursement.

Media release Road Maintenance

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Job fair promotes public works opportunities Sept. 16

August 24, 2023

Washington County Department of Land Use & Transportation is hosting a multi-agency job fair. Learn about open positions and apply on site.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

La feria de empleo promueve oportunidades laborales el 16 de septiembre

August 24, 2023

El Departamento de Uso de Tierra y Transporte del condado de Washington organiza una feria de empleo de varias agencias. Obtenga información sobre puestos disponibles y postúlese allí mismo.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Travelers should be ready for “bleeding” roads

August 15, 2023

Travelers should keep an eye on road conditions throughout this week’s heat wave.

Media release Road Maintenance

Image of bicyclists and walkers with text "Pedestrian and Biking Improvement Projects Online Open House"

July 21, 2023

Comments from the online open house will help the committee decide how to trim the project list to the $1 million available.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Comparta sus opiniones sobre seis proyectos de mejora de caminos para peatones y bicicletas propuestos

July 21, 2023

Los comentarios de la jornada de puertas abiertas en línea ayudarán al comité a decidir cómo reducir la lista de proyectos para que se ajuste al presupuesto disponible de $1 millón.

Media release Land Use & Transportation

Statement regarding youth murder charge

Updated July 12, 2023

Statement regarding youth Daniel Gore under Washington County supervision charged with murder.

News article County Administrative Office

Timber Road reopens after successful landslide repair project

Comment on proposed road maintenance activities

Washington County anticipates $20.5 million gap in next year’s budget

URMDAC members appointed, reappointed

Don’t put temporary signs in the public right-of-way

Washington County Launches Podcast Series

Board approves planned road maintenance activities for FY 2024-25

Washington County proposed budget preserves basic county services despite reductions, funds modernization of key systems

Board of County Commissioners adopts Strategic Plan Update 2024-2028

Give feedback on draft FY 2024-25 road maintenance project list

Ober appointed to key role in County Administrative Office

Pedestrian and Biking Improvement projects approved for funding

Members appointed and reappointed to URMDAC

Sidewalk Repair Grant assists with sidewalk repair, replacement

Job fair promotes public works opportunities Sept. 16

La feria de empleo promueve oportunidades laborales el 16 de septiembre

Travelers should be ready for “bleeding” roads

Comparta sus opiniones sobre seis proyectos de mejora de caminos para peatones y bicicletas propuestos

Statement regarding youth murder charge

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