Washington County, Oregon

06/07/2026

We are at risk for a large earthquake that could shake the ground for several minutes. Do you know what to expect during the shaking? Visit https://www.publicalerts.org/earthquakes to learn what to do before, during, and after the shaking.

We don't experience earthquakes as often as California. But we do have them, and we're expecting a big one. The good news is, earthquakes are one of the most survivable major disasters. Learn how to be ready when the shaking starts, and know what to do once it stops. WHAT TO EXPECT   Video en Espa....

06/06/2026

Join us this Thursday! Talk with the project team for the Highway 47, Fern Hill Road, Maple Street intersection improvements at an open house:

5-7pm Thursday, June 11
Forest Grove City Auditorium, 1915 Main St.

https://bit.ly/3ROBpBT

06/05/2026

Join us at an open house to learn about upcoming safety and traffic upgrades planned for the Highway 47, Fern Hill Road and Maple Street Intersection. The project is to install a traffic signal at the intersection, which provides access between Forest Grove schools and bus barn, as well as access to Fern Hill Wetlands and homes south of the highway.

Meet the Project Team
Thursday, June 11 | 5-7 p.m.
Forest Grove City Auditorium
1915 Main Street

Community members are encouraged to stop by anytime during the event to review planned improvements, ask questions and speak directly with project staff.

https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/lut/projects/hwy-47-fern-hill-road-maple-street

Forest Grove City Hall
Forest Grove Police
Forest Grove School District

06/05/2026

Washington County has officially ended housing instability and homelessness for more than 3,000 households thanks to funding from the Metro Supportive Housing Services program! A huge shoutout to the 20+ service providers we work with every day to provide pathways out of homelessness through outreach, shelter, case management, and rent assistance.

To hear directly from community members who have been housed through the Department of Housing Services, including formerly homeless participants, visit our blog: https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/housing/news?page=1

06/04/2026

Learn what's happening with the Highway 47, Fern Hill Road and Maple Street intersection project. Join us from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, in the Forest Grove City Auditorium, 1915 Main Street. Drop in to talk with the project team!
https://bit.ly/4uRCyY9

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month! Cheers to a community where everyone belongs.

05/28/2026

One of the first steps to becoming prepared for emergencies is to know what hazards could impact your home. This will help you understand your risks and make the right plans, and gather the right supplies. Use the PDX Ready tool to get a personalized report on hazards near your home, school or work: https://www.publicalerts.org/understand-hazards

05/28/2026

TONIGHT! Talk with staff for the 205th Avenue (Baseline to Quatama) project at an open house from 5-7pm Thursday, May 28 at R.A. Brown Middle School, 1505 SW Cornelius Pass Road. Traffic impacts will start this summer. A road closure planned next year.

https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/lut/projects/205th-avenue

05/28/2026

TOMORROW! Talk with the 205th Avenue (Baseline to Quatama) project team and learn how construction will impact you at an open house from 5-7pm Thursday, May 28 at R.A. Brown Middle School, 1505 SW Cornelius Pass Road. https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/lut/projects/205th-avenue