The Washington County Sheriff’s Office will be lead by Undersheriff Caprice Massey come December 1, the Washington County Board of Commissioners confirmed during their October 3 board meeting.
Government
County to promote advisory boards and commissions at Oct. 19 open house
Ever wondered who decides when to lay fresh gravel on Pongratz Road? Or who makes recommendations on what happens to the Washington Co. fairgrounds? Find out more at the first Boards & Commissions Fall Open House October 19.
U.S. Rep. Bonamici reschedules Hillsboro, other town halls
A series of town halls scheduled this week by U.S. Representative Suzanne Bonamici have been rescheduled. Those hoping to catch the congresswoman on October 6 will need to wait until November.
FEMA, FCC to test national emergency alert system Wednesday
On Wednesday October 4, cell phones, televisions sets, and radios will chime with an alert designed to test the nation’s alert system for widespread emergencies.
Congresswoman Bonamici to hold town hall in Washington County
U.S. Representative Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici will host a series of town halls throughout District 1 in the coming weeks, with one well-suited for Washington County residents scheduled for Thursday, October 5 in Hillsboro.
Salmonberry Trail Intergovernmental Agency to meet September 27
Those interested in the development of the Salmonberry Trail can follow along online—and in-person in Wheeler with an RSVP—at a Salmonberry Trail Intergovernmental Agency (STIA) meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, September 27 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Wyden to hold Washington County Town Hall in Tigard
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden will hold a town hall in Tigard Wednesday, August 16 for constituents in Washington County.
Banks City Council seeks to appoint another member
Following the resignation of Banks City Councilor Jeff Thompson, who ended his time on the council due to health concerns, the city is looking for a new council member to fill his the remainder of his term.
Data breach could affect 3.5 million Oregonians
The personal information of 3.5 million Oregonians with driver’s licenses and state identification cards could be affected by an international data breach.
Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan resigns
Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan resigned Tuesday morning, effective May 8.
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