Elections in Oregon local government
What Oregon city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
97 Oregon meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Oregon with the most elections activity
- Benton County, OR (13)
- Grants Pass, OR (8)
- Monroe, OR (7)
- Lincoln County, OR (7)
- La Grande, OR (6)
- Astoria, OR (6)
- Redmond, OR (5)
- Morrow County, OR (4)
- Portland, OR (4)
- Ashland, OR (4)
- Keizer, OR (3)
- Klamath County, OR (2)
Latest matching meetings
City Council to discuss citywide cleanup and ballot measure referrals
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a citywide cleanup and the ballot measure referral process.
Commissioners to consider emergency funding for Domestic Violence Shelter
The Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting with several action items. They will consider a Non-Union COLA, emergency funding for a Domestic Violence Shelter, and a Letter of Support for Project Landing Pad. The board will also hear a continued request from the Ross Ragland Theater regarding an Art…
Council will consider dismissal or discipline of a city employee in executive session
The council will approve the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes and the accounts payable and Visa statements, review updates on housing and a water‑rate study, and discuss the future of the City Administrator and City Recorder positions. An executive session is scheduled to consider the possible dismissal or discipline of a…
Council considers fuel tax ballot referral, camping ordinance, and road contracts.
The La Grande City Council will review several items during its July 1 regular session. Key actions include selecting a local fuel tax option for the November 2026 ballot, holding a second reading on an ordinance that establishes exclusion zones and enforcement procedures for camping on public property, and awarding…
Council revisits charter amendment for possible 2026 ballot referral
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss two potential ballot referrals for the November 2026 election: amendments to the City Charter and a local gas tax. No formal decisions will be made, but the council may give direction to proceed with placing measures on the ballot. The charter amendments, which…
LPSCC to elect chair and vice chair, hear community updates
The Crook County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council will elect a chair and vice chair, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive updates from community partners. The meeting is largely procedural with no substantive policy decisions or funding items on the agenda.
Seaside Convention Center Commission to elect vice chair, approve GM report
The commission will consider routine business including approval of minutes, budget, and advertising/marketing/sales. They will vote on the General Manager's report and elect a vice chair. Old business includes a discussion of a City Council commission project.
Council will adopt the FY 2026‑27 budget and related appropriations
The Keizer City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approval of the May 18 minutes and amendments to the City Manager and City Attorney employment contracts. Public hearings will address an ordinance to amend water rates, a resolution to change the stormwater utility fee, a resolution to amend the…
Council discusses alderperson vacancy and financial audit presentation
The Common Council will hear a 2026 final financial audit presentation by Baker Tilly. The council is also scheduled to discuss and potentially act on filling an alderperson vacancy for a term ending April 20, 2027.
Council to adopt temporary fireworks vendor policies and elect its president
The Toledo City Council will consider Resolution No. 1608 to adopt temporary fireworks vendor policies. Council members will also nominate and elect a City Council President. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
Parks Advisory Board to review FY27 budget, elect officers
The board will hold annual elections for chair, vice chair, and secretary. They will review the Fiscal Year 2027 Parks Department budget. Other business includes public comment, approval of minutes, and committee updates on topics like Emerald Ash Borer and revenue options.
Committee reviews proposed changes to city charter and animal noise rules
The Judiciary and Ordinance Review Committee will discuss several potential recommendations for the Common Council. These include updates to the city's animal noise ordinance and changes to the city code regarding official terms and vacancies.
Monroe council to organize and appoint new officials
The Monroe Common Council will convene for an organizational meeting to elect a council president, swear in new officials, and make committee appointments. The meeting will also address filling a vacant at-large seat.
Budget Committee will vote on approving the 2026‑27 City of Condon budget
The committee will review the 2026‑27 budget documents, hear brief public comments, and consider a motion to approve the budget or defer the decision to April 27. Officers for the committee will be elected, and the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting will be approved. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom.
Commission will vote on the Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider updates from the Fire and Police Departments. It will vote on the Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list and the Property/Evidence Technician selection process. Information will be provided on proposed civil service rule changes and on appeals related to the…
Small Business Task Force to elect chair and vice chair
The Small Business Task Force is holding a work session that includes a background presentation, election of a chair and vice chair, and discussion of next steps including meeting frequency. No action items or specific proposals are on the agenda beyond internal organization.
Planning Commission studies temporary non‑commercial signs zoning amendment
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session on proposed amendments to zoning code section 21.44 to regulate temporary non‑commercial signs such as political, community event, and religious message signs. The commission will also present an introduction to Neighborhood Planning and an updated approach…
Commission will consider the Parks Capital Improvement Plan
The Brookings Parks and Recreation Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, and will discuss the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and the Oregon Parks Forever program. The meeting also includes updates on the South Coast Community Aquatics pool management and the Bud Cross Park project. Public appearances feature a…
Board to review Supportive Housing Services annual report, consider new rules
The Board will hear a report on the Supportive Housing Services FY25 regional performance, and consider resolutions to schedule a public hearing on legalizing a portion of NW Kaiser Road, authorize an intergovernmental agreement with the Portland Auditor for petition processing, and adopt new Board meeting rules…
Historical commission elects officers and sets 2026 goals
The Historical Buildings and Sites Commission approved meeting minutes and adopted 2026 goals. The body also elected Ward Warren as Chair and Terri Collins-Bain as Vice-Chair. Staff will coordinate with the City Council regarding the Caretaker's Cottage project.
City Council approves 20‑mph speed‑limit ballot question and multiple contracts
The Woodburn City Council approved its consent agenda and adopted a resolution to place an advisory ballot question on whether to consider 20‑mph speed‑limit zones in residential districts. The council also authorized a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 642 for 2025‑2027 and awarded several…
Board considers resolution to update transportation fees
The Board of Commissioners will review recommendations from a transportation fee study and a resolution to update those fees. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Elections Division audit report.
Commission to adopt 2026 workplan and elect chair and vice‑chair
The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will vote to adopt the 2026 workplan and elect a new chair and vice‑chair for 2026‑2027. Commissioners will discuss a signage and wayfinding design input session and consider final edits to the workplan. The meeting also includes forming a subcommittee for signage and…
Board opts to skip May ballot for Fairgrounds levy, targeting November
The Polk County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from February 25, 2026, and the consent calendar. It also approved several county contracts for public works and health services. The Board voted by consensus not to place the Fairgrounds & Event Center advisory question on the May ballot…
Senior Citizens Board to elect chairperson
The Senior Citizens Board is meeting to handle routine procedural business, including electing a chairperson, approving minutes and financial statements, and receiving reports. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are listed on the agenda.
Committee to discuss alderperson term lengths and primary election procedures
The Monroe Judiciary and Ordinance Review Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on ordinances regarding alderperson term lengths and primary election procedures. The meeting will be held at City Hall Council Chambers.
Council will consider Resolution 1011 for May 2026 general obligation bonds
The Gearhart City Council will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 1011, which relates to the May 2026 general obligation bond measure. The agenda also includes a declaration of conflict of interest and a period for late correspondence items.
Board announces finalist list for Commissioner Position 2 vacancy
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on February 12, 2026, to announce the finalist lists for each commissioner for the Commissioner Position 2 vacancy. The meeting will be held in Room 108 of the Lincoln County Courthouse and will be available via Zoom. Public comment is accepted in…
Board considers formation of Tillamook Bay Fire & Rescue RFPD
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider an order regarding the formation of the Tillamook Bay Fire & Rescue Rural Fire Protection District. This includes a measure for a permanent tax rate to be referred to voters on May 19, 2026.
Committee to discuss ordinance for primary election procedures
The Judiciary and Ordinance Review Committee will consider two ordinance-related items. One concerns an agenda ordinance for special committee alderperson report outs, and the other addresses primary election procedures. Both are open for discussion and possible action.
Commissioners will discuss elections and recruitment for new commission leadership
The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, receive updates on the Green Redmond volunteer program and park operations, consider new business on commissioner elections and recruitment, and hold talk time to review the 2026 workplan, set the retreat agenda…
WWCC Criminal Justice Council to elect vice chair and set 2026 topics
The Benton County Criminal Justice Council will meet to elect a vice chair, discuss the FY 2025-27 Formula Grant progress, and set topics for 2026. The meeting will be held via Zoom.
Tree Board to review tree removals and hold annual officer elections
The Coos Bay Tree Board will meet to conduct its annual election for Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also take action on tree-related items at 12th Court and 11th Ave, North 7th Street, and 305 South 4th Street.
Council to set public hearing on zoning changes for two-family residential districts
The council will set a public hearing for a zoning ordinance overhaul, vote on amending the 2026 fee schedule, authorize an agricultural lease with Gratz Brothers, establish a downtown facade grant program, and approve contracts for tennis court repairs and park lighting. Routine items include claims, licenses, and an…
Arts Commission will discuss elections and strategic plan deliverables
The La Grande Arts Commission meeting on January 14, 2026 will consider several agenda items. Old business includes a signal box wrap and an asphalt art project. New business covers upcoming elections and the delivery of the strategic plan. The commission will also receive a staff report from the director and address…
Board to consider signing state IGA for new ballot duplication machine
The Polk County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda, minutes, and consent calendar, select the 2026 board chair, and discuss a state intergovernmental agreement for a ballot duplication machine. The board also approved the reclassification of an Environmental Health Specialist with a $5,200 FY impact and…
Board will discuss the vacancy process for Commissioner Position 2
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual work session to discuss the vacancy process for Commissioner Position 2. No formal action or vote is indicated; the item is listed under Discussion/Information. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.
Board to consider forming Tillamook Bay Fire & Rescue district
The Tillamook County Board of Commissioners will consider a preliminary order to approve the formation of the Tillamook Bay Fire and Rescue Rural Fire Protection District. The board will also discuss a contract for Main Library lighting and HVAC upgrades and a grant for jail-based opioid treatment.
Public hearing on three land partitions and a variance for Zac Hostetter
The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. A public hearing will consider three minor land partitions (File Numbers 06-MLP-25, 07-MLP-25, 08-MLP-25) and a variance permit (File Number 05-VAR-25) filed by Zac Hostetter.
Commission will consider a request for proposals to prune city street trees
The Community Landscape & Forestry Commission will review old business items, including LGSD campus surveys about school tree plantings through the Oregon Community Tree Foundation. New business includes elections for chair and vice chair, an outreach coordinator timeline, a request for proposals for street tree…