Government
Clark County Voters Back Eight of Nine Charter Amendments
Term limits for county councilors, new tax-voting requirements, independent audits and housing impact reviews are among the proposed changes receiving majority support. One measure to revise the citizen initiative process is trailing. Ballot counting continues, and the results have not yet been certified.
2026 Oregon and Portland election results: governor, City Council and U.S. Senate
November 3 election returns for Oregon governor, Portland City Council and Measure 26-267. Tina Kotek leads the early count, and AP calls the U.S. Senate for Democrats.
Portland budget update adds funds for career training and tax reserve
The City of Portland says its fall budget update adds $600,000 for pre-apprenticeship programs and $2.5 million toward a business tax revenue reserve.
Camas sets Nov. 16 hearing on 2027 property tax levy
Camas residents can speak in person or send written comments before the hearing concludes.
Camas Sets Nov. 16 Hearing on 6% Utility Tax Levy
Camas residents can attend in person or remotely and submit written comments before the hearing ends.
Clark County elections office in Vancouver will stay open until 8 p.m. on Election Day
The county lists longer hours for Tuesday at its Franklin Street office. Ballot drop sites close at 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Clark County election officials prepare for Nov. 3 after statewide guidance
The Columbian reported on election preparations and a guide sent to county offices ahead of Washington’s Nov. 3 midterms.
Oregon lawmakers plan January bill to ban AI plate reader cameras
Oregon representatives Willy Chotzen and Alek Skarlatos say they plan to introduce a statewide ban in January, as concerns persist over who can access license plate data.