Elections

• Final Official Clackamas County Results
• Final Canvass - Clackamas County Results 

August 11, 2020 Special Election  - Voters' Pamphlet

City of Portland Commissioner, Position 2 (To Fill Remainder of Term)

     Dan Ryan

     Loretta Smith

Ballot Returns Update

We are no longer accepting applications for temporary Election Worker positions for the November 5, 2024 General Election. 

We are pausing accepting any new applications until 2025. If you have already applied to be an election worker you will be notified of your status, next steps, and scheduling later in September and October.  Thank you!

Get a hands-on experience of the democratic process by serving as a temporary Election Worker with Clackamas County Elections!

Please take a few minutes to review the instructions and our Oath of Office for temporary Election Workers.

Election Worker Applicant Instructions
If you are interested in being considered for a temporary election worker position the next step is to complete an application, authorization for a background check and submit your identification. Our temporary election worker positions are paid, temporary employment opportunities.  Employers Overload is the employment agency we use for employment administration.  The employment agency processes applications, payroll, tax documents, and other documents.  Clackamas County Elections conducts interviews, makes work assignments, schedules shifts, and provides training.  

There are two ways to apply!

You may apply using the PDF application (green button below) and then turning it in to the Clackamas County Elections office or apply in person at the office. (see below)

Where: Clackamas County Elections, 1710 Red Soils Ct, Suite 100, Oregon City, OR 97045
When:  We are open Monday – Friday 8:30 until 5:00. You can expect this to take about 15 -20 minutes. Please be prepared to complete: 

•   Employment Application
•   Authorization for a background check. 
•   ID intake (provided documents will confirm identity and authorization to work in the U.S.)

 What type of ID do I need to bring?  
 Here are a few options:
    1.  Valid Passport (List A Documents that establish both Identity and Employment Authorization) 
    2.  Valid Driver’s License (List B – Establish Identity) AND Social Security Card (List C– Establish Employment Authorization) 
    3.  Valid Driver’s License (List B – Establish Identity) AND Birth Certificate (List C- Establish Employment Authorization) 

A full list of acceptable document options is available here.

Please note: If you are interested in a driving position you will also need to bring your Auto insurance card.

Open Roles

Election Workers are recruited and hired on a rolling basis. After a successful application, passing a criminal background check, and interview, Election Workers are assigned roles based on business needs, training availability, and skills. All positions are non-political and not partisan. There is not work every election for every Election Worker. Pay for all positions is $18.00 Hourly.

College and High School students are encouraged to apply! High school students aged 16 years old or older can apply. College students can apply and be part of our Diversity in Democracy College Program. Clackamas County Elections will work with schools and instructors that want to provide community service or other relevant education credits. 

Below are some of the roles an election worker may be assigned. Election Workers are expected to be available to work on Election Day.

Election Board Worker

You will work in a two to four-person team to open, inspect, and prepare ballots to be counted. Team members work in teams of different political party affiliations. While this role is not physically demanding, it is repetitious and fast-paced, requiring excellent attention to detail and team collaboration. Board workers generally begin work two weeks before Election Day. Shifts and workload vary based on volume of ballot returns. Election Day may be a long shift, extending into the night after polls close at 8 p.m. 

Requirements:

• Sitting for long hours
• Repetitive processes opening ballots
• Attention to detail
• Team collaboration

Ballot Route Pickup Team /Official Ballot Drop Site Closer

Ballot Route Pickup Teams are made of drivers and riders. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. The team must follow all rules of the road and be able to drive safely both at night and in various weather conditions. Drivers must have their own insured vehicle and mileage is reimbursed to the driver. You will work in a two-person team made up of different political party affiliations. You will work together to retrieve ballots from official ballot drop sites throughout the county according to established safety and security procedures. You will close one of our official ballot drop sites promptly at 8 p.m. on Election Night and securely transport ballots to the elections office. You may work just Election Night or also in the days leading up to Election Day depending on assignment.

Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and pass a DMV Background check
• Drivers must have their own insured vehicle

Data Entry or Signature Verification Worker

Data Entry and Signature Verification Workers will be comfortable with computers and able to type on a keyboard. They will be able to follow directions and complete training in signature verification processes and procedures. They may assist the public in updating voter registration and able to perform data entry tasks. Work generally begins two weeks before Election Day. 

Requirements:

• Able to use a computer and type on a keyboard

Customer Service Support Worker

Customer Service Support Workers provide direct customer service to voters and members of the public. They welcome and help the public as they walk into our lobby, elections observer area, as well as able to help from behind the counter. Being comfortable with computers is preferred.

Requirements:

• Enjoy working with the public.
• Able to assist the public in a variety of situations.

Results Updates

• Official Results 
• Official Canvass Results
• Unofficial Statewide Results
• A note about reading results:
  • "Undervotes" are reported when a voter chose not to vote in a particular contest.  Voters are not required to vote in every contest, their votes for other contests on their ballot are still counted. 
  • "Overvotes" are reported when a voter marks more choices than allowed in a particular contest and their intent could not be determined (e.g. voting both "yes" and "no" to a ballot measure).  An overvote results in the vote not being counted for that contest. Votes for other contests on the ballot are still counted.

Important Dates

A complete listing of all candidates and measures is available here: Clackamas County Ballot Content. 

Daily Ballot Returns Update

Official Clackamas County Results

Official Canvass Results

Official PCP Results 

Statewide Results

Measures

Filed Candidates

The District Attorney is not listed because the State is the filing officer for district attorneys who are state employees.

Precinct Committee Person (PCP) Information

2020 Precinct Committee Person

  Filed PCP Candidate:  Republican  / Democratic 

Write-in Candidate Filings - Deadline to file: May 19, 2020 8 p.m.

   Write-in Candidate Declaration - SEL105D 

   Write-in Candidate Nomination - SEL105N. 

• Member of stated party at least 180 days prior to the primary election. (November 21, 2019)
• Write-in votes will only be tallied if declaration or nomination forms have been filed by the deadline.
• A minimum of 3 votes is required to be elected.
• For Nominations: Nominator and candidate must be a member of the same party and the same State Representative district, within the same county.

Find your Precinct here: Interactive Clackamas County Precinct Map

Daily Ballot Returns Update

Election Information

Official Results  

Official Canvass

Statewide Election Night Results  

Measures

Measure Arguments may be submitted in favor or in opposition to a measure to appear in the Voters’ Pamphlet.  The deadline for submission/payment is 5 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2019.   Each Argument may be up to 325 words, including endorsements.  Please review the Measure Argument / Statement of Endorsement Instructions / fee schedule for complete requirements.

Below is process oriented information. Filed measures will be listed on on under Current and Upcoming Elections.

Begin an Initiative or Referendum

A ballot measure is proposed legislation submitted to voters for a direct decision. Measures that appear on the ballot on Election Day may be local, countywide, or statewide.

Measures can be placed on the ballot by either a local jurisdiction or governing board or by a petition signed by registered voters.

This section describes the citizen-driven processes of beginning an initiative or a referendum.

• An Initiative is a measure proposing a new law.
• A Referendum is a measure to veto or uphold a law/ordinance that has been adopted.

To learn more about statewide measures, including initiatives and referendums, visit the Secretary of State’s website. To obtain information on qualifying a city initiative or referendum, visit the appropriate Office of the City Recorder.

Any person or group desiring to start and circulate an initiative or referendum is strongly advised to contact private legal counsel to guide and advise them through the many steps involved in the petition process.

Measure Arguments in Favor/Opposition

A Measure Argument is a statement written in favor or in opposition to a measure. Arguments in favor and in opposition to measures are published in the Voters’ Pamphlet. Arguments are published, by measure, in the order that they are submitted to the County Elections Office. Each Argument may be up to 325 words.  Please review the Measure Argument Instructions/fee schedule for complete requirements.  Please Note:  Measure Arguments can be accepted after the measure number is assigned to the ballot.

Filing Forms and Manuals/Campaign Finance

A comprehensive listing of Oregon's State and County Elections forms and manuals can be found at the Oregon Secretary of State's web page, including:

• Campaign Finance Manuals
• Campaign Filing Forms
• Candidates and Political Committees information
• County, City, District, State Candidate and Elections Manuals
• Oregon Election laws
• Vote by Mail procedures guide
• Initiative and Referendum Materials
• Initiative, Referendum and Referral Log
• Initiative and Referendum Filing forms
• City and District Elections Manuals

Clackamas County Voters' Pamphlet Forms

Measures:

• Measure Argument for Voters' Pamphlet
• Statement of Endorsement for Voters' Pamphlet

Candidates:

• Candidate's Statement for Voters' Pamphlet
• Statement of Endorsement for Voters' Pamphlet

Measure

3-550 City of Lake Oswego - Annexation of Southwood Park Neighborhood to City of Lake Oswego

Drop Sites

Lake Oswego City Hall - 380 A Ave Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Lake Oswego - Westlake Park - 14165 Bunick Dr Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Clackamas County Elections - 1710 Red Soils Ct, Suite 100 Oregon City, OR 97045

Mail your voted ballot back with a valid postmark or return it to your nearest official ballot drop site by 8 p.m. Election Day, November 5, 2024. No stamp needed! Eligible voters who have not received a ballot by October 24 should contact Clackamas County Elections for a replacement.

We recommend mailing your ballot back no later than Friday, Nov. 1 to ensure it arrives on time. Return your ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Site after that date. There are 26 official ballot drop sites open 24/7.  All official ballot drop sites will be available until 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. 

Your voted ballot may be dropped off at any official ballot drop site in the state. Visit the Secretary of State’s drop box locator.