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PHOTOS: Washington County gets seismic
Washington County and general contractor J.E. Dunn Construction are currently carrying out a $30 million seismic retrofit and renovation of the county’s Charles Cameron Public Services Building in downtown Hillsboro. […]
Transportation safety improvements on the way
Sidewalks are being constructed alongside some busy roads in unincorporated areas of Washington County.
Developers sought for Cedar Mill site
Washington County has issued a Request for Expressions of Interest for a .76-acre piece of property that at least one county commissioner says has the potential to become a "doorway" to the Cedar Mill area.
Should we stay or should we grow?
Metro has adopted the 2014 Urban Growth Report, which will influence decisions affecting metro-area growth.
Washington County weighs pros and cons of development tax
Washington County鈥檚 Transportation Development Tax 鈥� a system development charge assessed to businesses when they change the intended use of a building space 鈥� has spurred much debate. At the heart of the issue is the impact the tax has on business development and whether it should be adjusted accordingly.
Public Open House: Bethany Boulevard overpass project
The open house organizers in Washington County must be busy this week. The county's holding an open house for the Southwest Scholls Ferry Road bridge replacement in Beaverton this evening, and tomorrow it will hold another open house for the bigger Northwest Bethany Boulevard overpass project.
Public open house: Scholls Ferry Road bridge replacement in Beaverton
Constructions isn't scheduled to begin until May 2012, but you can learn more about the replacement of the Scholls Ferry Road bridge over Fanno Creek in Beaverton at an open house tomorrow.
Washington County land-use policy looks good compared to rest of the world
As Oregon鈥檚 land-use decision board recently approved a new plan to pare down Washington county鈥檚 50 year plan for urban growth, a study published last week details the underlying motivations for urban growth and its global implications.
LCDC approves Washington County reserves map
After almost a year of waiting, Washington County finally has a state-approved growth plan outline for the next 50 years.
Washington County land reserves map recommended for approval
The Department of Land Conservation and Development has given a vote of confidence to Washington County and its retooled map of where it can expand its urban growth boundary in the coming 50 years.
Metro approves retooled Washington County reserves map
Washington County鈥檚 50-year growth plan is one more step closer to realization after a Thursday afternoon vote by the Portland metropolitan area鈥檚 regional government.
Metro, Washington County agree on growth plan
The Washington County Board of Commissioners and Metro Council finally reached agreement on where the county can and cannot grow over the next 50 years.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
