9 newcomers vie for 2 seats on the Washington County commission

9 newcomers vie for 2 seats on the Washington County commission

Voters in Oregon’s Washington County have a significant chance this year to reshape the legislative commission that oversees the county budget, land use policy, public utilities and funds for the sheriff’s office and libraries. Three of the five seats on the Washington County Board of Commissioners are up for election this May, including the commission chair. The board will have at least two entirely new members next year. It could be three new …