Issues & Updates / Policy Sessions - June 23, 2026

The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners held a policy session on June 23, 2026, covering a range of topics including advisory board appointments, supplemental budget proposals, and capital projects. Key procurement-related discussions included a proposed one-time loan of up to $700,000 from lottery funds to assist the Clackamas County Fair and Event Center with construction cost overruns on a multi-use building, with the board directing staff to develop an amendment to the intergovernmental agreement for final approval. The board also reviewed supplemental budget requests related to increased utility costs for Water Environment Services and general county operations, totaling approximately $185,000. Additionally, the board accepted the Clackamas Workforce Partnership budget and authorized the chair to sign the related infrastructure funding agreement. Policy discussions addressed the need for a funding plan for a future jail construction project, with the board directing staff to slow the design process to focus on financing options. The session also included a detailed discussion on e-bike safety and regulation, resulting in a motion to continue education efforts and prepare a county ordinance on e-bike use. Finally, the board reviewed a draft ordinance concerning mobile syringe service programs near schools, with plans to continue the discussion at a future meeting. Overall, the meeting involved several motions and votes related to budget adjustments, loan authorizations, and policy development impacting future procurement and county operations.