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Established in 1906, the Association of Oregon Counties (AOC) is a statewide organization representing Oregon’s 36 counties.

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09/10/2026

Attention Counties and Local Public Health Authorities: New Oregon Health Plan Requirements

Starting this month, over 600,000 Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members will begin receiving official notices regarding new federal work requirements. As these arrive, community members will likely turn to your offices for guidance and answers.

To help your team navigate these inquiries smoothly, the Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Department of Human Services have created a constituent services fact sheet featuring a timeline of the notices and requirements: https://buff.ly/L0wfiuy

Visit https://buff.ly/LERezuu for broad details on H.R.1/OHP changes and how members can maintain coverage.

09/09/2026

🎉Today’s County Spotlight: Harney County, Oregon!

Established in 1889, Harney County is the largest county in Oregon by land mass. A true high desert landscape, it spans vast ranges that support over 100,000 beef cattle and shares the nation's largest ponderosa pine forest with Grant County.

Wild rivers, high desert lakes, and open plains make Harney County a top destination for recreation. Popular attractions include the dramatic Steens Mountain, the expansive Alvord Desert, and the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, a vital stop for migratory birds on the Pacific Flyway.

that the Alvord Desert is the driest place in Oregon?

What’s your favorite spot in Harney County?

Photo by: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives

09/08/2026

Registration is officially open for the AOC Annual Conference, coming to Lane County from Nov. 17–19. Join over 700 local leaders as we focus on cross-county collaboration, innovative leadership, and sustainable revenue solutions.

Check out the preliminary agenda to see scheduled sessions and events: https://buff.ly/5JAZqwV

Secure your spot today — online registration closes Nov. 1! https://buff.ly/91pHzjF

09/04/2026

AOC offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, as we celebrate the contributions of all workers, including county employees who maintain our roads and facilities, keep us safe, and provide the everyday services we depend on. Enjoy the holiday!

09/02/2026

🎉Today’s County Spotlight: Wallowa County Government!

Established in 1887, Wallowa County is located in the far northeast corner of Oregon, bordering Washington and Idaho. Often referred to as the "Switzerland of America," the county’s dramatic landscape features the soaring peaks of the Wallowa Mountains, with 15 peaks surpassing 9,000 feet. Wallowa County is a visitor’s paradise, home to the Eagle Cap Wilderness, Wallowa Lake, and Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America. It’s also home to a unique arts scene, renowned as a world-class center for artistic bronze casting.

that the Wallowa Lake Tramway is the steepest four-person gondola in North America? The tramway takes riders up 3,700 feet in 15 minutes!

What’s your favorite spot in Wallowa County?

Photo by: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives

08/26/2026

🎉Today’s County Spotlight: Malheur County!

Established in 1887, Malheur County is Oregon’s second-largest county by land mass. While its landscape is 94% rangeland, the Western Treasure Valley region features intensive and diversified farming, growing more onions, sugar beets, and alfalfa hay than any other county in Oregon.

Malheur County has dramatic natural wonders like the Owyhee River and Canyonlands as well as the striking rock formations of Leslie Gulch and the Pillars of Rome. Visitors can also enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, rock climbing, rock hounding, boating, and relaxing geothermal hot springs. Its rich history is preserved through Oregon Trail sites and celebrated at the Four Rivers Cultural Center & Museum.

that Malheur County is the only county in Oregon that isn’t fully on Pacific Time? Most of the county operates on Mountain Time!

What’s your favorite spot in Malheur County?

Photo by: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives

08/19/2026

🎉Today’s County Spotlight: County of Morrow, Oregon!

Established in 1885, Morrow County stretches from the rolling, irrigated plains along the Columbia River through dryland wheat fields and cattle ranches down to the forested Blue Mountains. Its economy encompasses agriculture, food processing, livestock, utilities, and recreation, with the Port of Morrow — Oregon’s second-largest port — serving as a critical economic hub. The SAGE (Sustainable Agriculture and Energy) Center at the Port of Morrow, an interactive visitor and museum center, provides hands-on exhibits highlighting the region’s local industries.

Morrow County provides year-round outdoor recreation — from fishing and water sports on the Columbia River to skiing and snowshoeing in the Umatilla National Forest and off-road riding along more than 300 miles of multi-use trails within the Morrow-Grant County OHV Park and Trail System.

that Oregon’s deadliest natural disaster and the second-deadliest flash flood in the United States happened in Morrow County? In 1903, a foaming wall of water roughly 40 feet high struck without warning, leveling two-thirds of Heppner’s homes and nearly the entire business district.

What’s your favorite spot in Morrow County?

Photo by: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives

08/17/2026

Gov. Tina Kotek’s Rebuilding Transportation Vision Workgroup has launched a public survey to hear directly from Oregonians about their priorities for Oregon’s transportation system. The survey will be available online until 6 p.m., Sept. 10. Feedback from the survey will help inform the upcoming recommendations from the Workgroup that will be delivered to the governor in December. Take the survey: https://buff.ly/Aey1CR3

08/12/2026

🎉Today’s County Spotlight: Gilliam County, OR!

Established in 1885, Gilliam County is one of the state’s leading dryland wheat-producing regions and part of the Columbia Plateau’s grain belt. Stretching from the Columbia River in the north to the base of the Blue Mountains near Lonerock in the south, the county’s landscape boasts geographical diversity, with elevations ranging from near sea level to over 4,000 feet. Beyond wheat and barley, its economy encompasses beef cattle, wind energy, solid waste disposal, and tourism.

Gilliam County is a destination for those seeking both small-town charm and outdoor adventure. Visitors can fish on the wild and scenic John Day River, hike and camp at Cottonwood Canyon State Park, or explore the county’s pioneer history along the Oregon Trail.

that the small town of Condon was home to two Nobel Prize winners? William P. Murphy won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1934 and Linus Pauling won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954.

What’s your favorite spot in Gilliam County?

Photo by: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives

08/10/2026

Congratulations to our members who were appointed to leadership positions within the National Association of Counties by NACo President George Dunlap for the 2026-27 term. From public lands and transportation to health policy and agriculture, these county commissioners are bringing Oregon’s unique voice to federal policy development. Thanks for representing Oregon and advocating for essential county services! Learn more: https://buff.ly/qMuEgdf

• Clackamas County Commissioner Martha Schrader – Midsize County Caucus
• Clackamas County Commissioner Paul Savas – Transportation
• Crook County Commissioner Susan Hermreck – Public Lands
• Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell – Health
• Umatilla County Commissioner John Shafer – Justice and Public Safety
• Union County Commissioner Jake Seavert – Agriculture and Rural Affairs
• Union County Commissioner Paul Anderes – Public Lands
• Wallowa County Commissioner Lisa Collier – Public Lands
• Washington County Commissioner Nafisa Fai – Transportation

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