Public Notice

Join us at the Washington County Public Affairs Forum! Founded in 1956, the Forum provides a place for the interchange of ideas on civic matters. Each week the Forum brings together community leaders, members, and guests who care about what happens in Washington County, the Metro region, and our state. Doors open at 11:30 AM, speakers start at noon and admission is free. Lunch is available to order from the menu. The forum meets every Monday at Coyote’s Bar and Grill, 5301 W Baseline Rd, Hillsboro, OR. Here are the exciting Forum topics for October: Monday, March 2 Washington County Library Levy Lisa Tattersall, Director Washington County Cooperative Library Services County officials will answer questions about this measure that if approved by voters on May 19, will continue funding library services by renewing the existing property tax levy that expires in 2021. Monday, March 9 Washington County Public Safety Levy Kevin Barton, Washington County District Attorney County officials will answer questions about this measure that if approved by voters on May 19 would enhance funding for public safety services by replacing the existing property tax levy that expires in 2021. Monday, March 16 Oregon House and Senate Candidate Forum The county’s Republican and Democratic candidates for the legislature will be at the forum to personally visit with attendees and give their vision for their district and the state. Monday, March 23 County Commissioner, Circuit Court Judge and Sheriff Candidate Forum Local candidates for County Commission, circuit court judge and sheriff will be at the forum to personally visit with attendees and speak to their plans for the offices they seek. Monday, March 30 Debate for Washington County Sheriff Sheriff Pat Garrett and Red Wortham debate for the county’s top law enforcement position. Published March 4, 2020 Forest Grove News-Times/Hillsboro Tribune; Published March 5, 2020 Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, Sherwood Times. FGNT/HT/TT156318

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