Budget

Budget Process

The Washington County annual budget process is guided by the State of Oregon's Local Budget Law. The law establishes standard procedures for preparing, presenting and administering the budget, and provides for citizen involvement in preparing the budget and public exposure of the budget before its formal adoption.

Budget Committees:

• Washington County Budget Committee
• Service District for Lighting Budget Committee
• ESPD/URMD Budget Committee (Enhanced Sheriff Patrol District/Urban Road Maintenance District)
• North Bethany CSDR Budget Committee (County Service District for Roads)
  • North Bethany CSDR Subcommittee

Notice and Public Comment

The opportunity for community input will be provided at the end of each budget committee meeting. Those wishing to provide testimony at each meeting must register in advance. Learn about How to Testify, find registration instructions, and contact information. The public is welcome to submit questions or comments at least 48 hours prior to the Public Hearing by emailing [email protected]. Questions will be answered on this County budget page.

Budget Background Video Series

Learn more about the budget process in our Budget Background video series. These short videos are meant to answer some of the most common budget-related questions you did not even know you had!