With the 2025 Special District Election just around the corner on May 20, Washington County voters are being urged by local election officials to ensure their ballots are submitted on time. According to a recent announcement from Washington County, there are several convenient methods for over 400,000 registered voters in the area to cast their votes: by dropping them off at an official ballot drop box, mailing through USPS, or in-person at the county Elections Office located at 2925 NE Aloclek Dr, Hillsboro, OR.
For those electing to mail their ballots, doing so on Election Day is permissible, as long as ballots are postmarked by May 20 and received no later than May 27, as reported by the Washington County officials. However, voters must note that ballots that arrive after May 27 will not be counted even if they have the appropriate postmark. Adding to the convenience, a stamp is not required when mailing ballots through USPS.
The election has implications for local leadership, including school boards and fire districts. Turnout for such elections historically averages around 25 percent, meaning a relatively small number of votes could sway the results. "Don’t let this election happen without you," the Washington County statement reads, emphasizing that "every vote truly counts in shaping your local community." To engage voters, Washington County is promoting a digital “I Voted” sticker for social media use after participating in the democratic process.
Interested voters requiring assistance have been advised to reach out to the Elections Office without delay, as services and assistance, such as translation services in various languages, are available. Closer to election day, as waiting times may extend, scheduling an appointment by calling 503-846-5800 or emailing [email protected], as wait times are expected to be longer than normal during the last few days before the election. stated the Elections Office.
The complete list of official ballot drop box locations which include spots like Aloha Community Library, Beaverton City Library, and many others can be found on the county’s election website. For more information on voting, assistance available, or to locate a drop box near you, visit WashCoVotes.org or OregonVotes.gov.
