Washington County Board of Commissioners Public Meeting, 07/28/26

The Washington County Board of Commissioners held a public meeting on July 28, 2026, which included discussions on several procurement and policy-related items. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda and a public hearing resulted in the annexation of multiple tax lots into the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District to support future development. A significant portion of the meeting focused on approving revisions to the Advisory Council on Racial Equity (ACRE) charter and bylaws, aimed at clarifying roles, strengthening advisory relationships, and improving community engagement in county decision-making. Additionally, the board accepted the updated Washington County Administrative Manual, which included the launch of a new policy management platform, PowerDMS, to centralize and streamline policy administration and reduce costs. Public comments addressed environmental concerns related to a road extension project impacting Noble Woods Park, including questions about environmental assessments, traffic studies, and community engagement. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.