Issues and Updates - June 9, 2026

The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners meeting on June 9, 2026, included significant procurement and budget discussions. The Water Environment Services Board approved an alternative procurement process for the Sandy River Lane force main replacement project, estimated at $1.5 million. The board also deliberated on the allocation of non-competitive arts and cultural lottery grants, deciding to split $210,000 among three entities, including the Clackamas County Historical Society, Arts Alliance, and Wamutt Falls Locks Authority, with some commissioners expressing concerns about requiring performance metrics and more strategic funding. Additionally, the board approved a $100,000 allocation to Clackamas Community College for workforce development grants supporting career and technical education programs. A major portion of the meeting focused on the Sheriff's Office budget, with discussions about budget accuracy, funding shortfalls, and the proposal to adopt budget line item authority by program and category to increase transparency and accountability. The motion to adopt the budget by program and category passed 4-1, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve fiscal oversight and public trust in law enforcement funding.