June 26, 2026 | View as webpage

Ambassador Program: Building Community, 
One Conversation at a Time

Every summer across Washington County at fairs, festivals, markets, and neighborhood celebrations, there’s a good chance you’ll meet a Land Use & Transportation (LUT) Ambassador.


They’re the friendly faces answering questions, sharing updates about LUT services from transportation safety to planning, permitting, and maintenance, and helping residents feel connected to the place we all call home.



Meet the Ambassadors: A Family Tradition

A standout feature of the program this year is a father–son duo whose enthusiasm for public service is capturing attention.


Dalton Brown (pictured left) works as a Road Maintenance Worker in Operations & Maintenance. In his role, he fills potholes on neighborhood roads, distributes anti-ice during cold-weather events, and maintains gravel roads throughout the County.


His father, Bobby Brown (pictured right), is an Engineering Technician in Capital Project Services, serving as an inspector on road projects, ensuring our transportation improvement projects are built safely and in compliance with approved plans and specifications.


Side by side, the Browns greet visitors, hand out materials, and share LUT’s story with a warmth that reflects their family bond. Their presence is a reminder that public service isn’t just a job, it’s a shared value passed down and lived out by the people who work here.


Whether you’re a longtime resident, a newcomer, or visiting with kids who love big trucks, the Ambassadors are ready to welcome you, answer questions, and help you learn more about the work happening in your community.

NOTICE: Annual Closure of Development Services

Washington County's Development Services will be closed on June 30 & July 1, 2026.


The closure includes the third-floor lobby at the Public Services Building and the online services of ProjectDox and Building & Development Application Services (BDAS).



Services will reopen on Thursday, July 2, and close again on Friday, July 3, for Independence Day (observed).

Watch for Children Biking and Walking this Summer Break


Now that summer is in full swing, you will see more children on bikes, sidewalks, and roads.


  • Always drive with caution.
  • Scan roads and sidewalks for children near your lane.
  • Slow down and stay alert in neighborhoods near parks, schools, and crosswalks.
  • Stay visible and use your headlights.
    

Remember, Summer School may be in session, so slow down when school zone flashers are activated.


Let's keep children safe and share the road this summer!

Engagement Opportunities

New Online Open House Web Portal


Do you want to learn more about projects happening in your community?


Visit our new website to explore active projects (like the ones below), review project materials, and share feedback - anytime, anywhere!

Active Transportation Plan Online Open House

Your everyday travels can inspire tomorrow’s improvements!


Rely on sidewalks, bike lanes, trails, or transit? Are you looking for more ways to get around besides driving?


Tell us how Washington County can encourage you to walk, bike or roll more often, including the places you’d like to visit and where you’d love to see improvements.


Visit the online open house anytime to share your experiences and help shape a future of safer, more connected travel options for everyone.

Tell Us About Your Experience Accessing Transit in Aloha

Visit the online open house and comment on the proposed sidewalk additions.


Improvements could include:

  • New sidewalk at SW 174th Ave, between Arborcrest Way & TV Highway
  • New sidewalk at SW 182nd Ave, between Johnson Street & TV Highway
  • New sidewalk at SW 187th Ave, between Johnson Street & TV Highway
  • A new traffic signal at 185th Avenue and Cascade Drive Intersection


These proposed options aim to create safer access to transit, which is vital to the Aloha community. We want to hear your thoughts, questions, and concerns.

Road Closures & Traffic Advisories

Stay in the Know with WC-ROADS 


From temporary signal shutdowns to avoid on your lunch break, to major road closures that will change your daily commute. Plus, community events and more!


Don’t be caught by surprise – visit wc-roads.com to find out what’s happening on county roads and streets. 

205th Avenue

Location: Baseline Road/Quatama Street

Impact: Lane closure

Dates: Now - December 31

Blanton Street

Location: 198th Avenue/209th Avenue

Impact: Lane closure

Dates: Now - October 31

Bonita Road/Sequoia Parkway

Location: Intersection

Impact: Traffic signal shutdown

Dates: Now - September 30

Kaiser Road

Location: Springville Road to Brugger Road

Impact: Road closure (View Detour Map)

Dates: Now- August 16

Murray Boulevard

Location: Bowerman Drive/west on Murray driveway

Impact: Lane closure

Dates: Now - October 31, 2028

Old Hwy 99

Location: Brookman Road/Timbrel Lane

Impact: Road closure

Dates: Now - July 10

Walker Road

Location: Butner Road/Holy Trinity driveway

Impact: Lane closure

Dates: Now - October 31, 2028


Career Opportunities

Discover career opportunities with the Department of Land Use & Transportation!



At Washington County, we believe our employees and services should reflect our growing and diverse community. We understand that taking care of our community means taking care of our employees.

Neighborhood Meetings

Proposed Development:

Demolition of Existing Buildings and Construction of New Buildings


Meeting Information

Date: July 2, 2026 at 6 p.m.

Location: Virtual Meeting on Microsoft Teams | Conference ID 147 387 256# |Call-in 971-277-1820



About the Development Site


Notice: Neighborhood Meeting Notice - 9070 and 9008 SW Canyon Rd


Contact: Contact AXIS Design Group at 503-284-0988 or stevenm@axisdesigngroup.com with questions.

NOTE: Neighborhood Meeting information is provided as a courtesy only. Developers are required to hold Neighborhood Meetings prior to submitting certain land use applications. These meetings serve as a forum for the developer, property owners within 500 feet in urban areas or 1,000 feet in rural areas, and any other interested parties, to discuss the proposal before an application is submitted to the County. County staff do not schedule these meetings nor attend them. 


Questions? See the contact information included within each Neighborhood Meeting.

Land Use Development

Want to learn more about development activity in unincorporated Washington County?

Use the tools below to explore current applications, share comments, and see recent land use decisions.

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