Issues & Updates / Policy Sessions - July 7, 2026

The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 7, 2026, which included sessions as the Housing Authority and the North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District Board. Key procurement-related discussions included a resolution to delegate lease agreement signing authority to the Housing Authority's executive director to streamline housing operations. The Parks and Recreation District sought approval to delegate authority to waive certain special use permit fees for free public events, aiming to support community activities despite recent budget cuts. The board also approved a letter of support for the Kellogg Creek Bridge Replacement Project led by ODOT, which involves federal funding to improve fish passage and infrastructure. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved the fiscal year 2028-2029 Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund project list, allocating approximately $6.8 million to transit services, including shuttle routes and elderly and disabled transportation programs. A significant policy discussion focused on data centers, addressing their land use, energy, and water consumption impacts, and the county's role in permitting and potential zoning regulations. The board directed staff to monitor state-level developments and prepare potential zoning guidelines for future consideration. Other topics included advisory board appointments and a preliminary discussion on reinstating a small grants program for nonprofits, with further details to be presented in a future session.