Washington County is updating its Community Participation Organizations and Committee for Community Involvement with new principles to streamline governance and focus on the community, while seeking public input on the changes.

Interim Police Chief Troy Price invites Vancouver residents to a forum on Oct. 30 aimed at fostering transparency in his potential appointment as permanent chief.

OHCS invites Oregon residents to comment on the draft Action Plan Amendment for reallocating $422 million for 2020 wildfire and wind disaster recovery.

Clackamas County will be mailing out property tax statements for the 2024-2025 cycle to roughly 170,000 property owners by October 25, 2024, with up-to-date tax information available online.

Oregon celebrates Community Bank Week from October 21-25, recognizing the role of local banks in the economy and community, providing over 4,800 jobs and supporting small businesses.

A survey in Salem shows residents are divided on property tax hikes for city services, with majorities opposed to the Livability and Public Safety Levies. The City Council will discuss the results for the 2024 budget.

Clackamas County offers various property tax payment options including online, mail, drop box, and in-person. Discounts are available for full payments by Nov. 15 and partial payment plans are offered.

Clackamas County has approved the purchase of a former school to create a recovery center for people with substance use disorders, offering detox, treatment, and support services.

The Marie Equi Center, serving the LGBTQIA2S+ community in Portland, opened on October 11, offering housing resources and support services to those facing homelessness.

The Hillsboro City Council approved a community advisory vote on fluoridation of the city's water supply for the November 2024 ballot after a pro-fluoridation group's push.

Two Oregon counties filed a lawsuit against the state's health authority over funding distribution methods for drug addiction treatment from Measure 110.

Multnomah County seeks members for a new advisory committee to develop public campaign financing for local elections by 2026. Applications are open until October 28.

Oregon families are using fun activities to teach their children emergency preparedness, avoiding fear while fostering readiness through games and practical exercises recommended by the Oregon Office of Emergency Management.