Elections

Notice: We will be conducting a Post-Election Public Test at 3:30 pm on Thursday, February 10th.  This test is open to public observation.

Ballot Content

Brain Shannon Recall Election

• Prospective Petition from Chief Petitioner
• Statement of Justification from Elected Official

Dave Brown Recall Election 

• Prospective Petition from Chief Petitioner
• Statement of Justification from Elected Official

Ballot Drop Site

Wilsonville City Hall*
29799 Town Center Loop E
Wilsonville, OR 97070 map

*This will be the only Clackamas County Drop Site available for this election.

Important Dates

Dec 28	Voter Registration Deadline
Dec 29	Ballots mailed to voters/Open Wilsonville City Hall Drop Site
Jan 11	Public Certification Test of our vote tally system 9:00 am
Jan18	Election Day
Jan 25	Postmark Deadline
Feb 8	Deadline to resolve ballot challenges
Feb 14	Last Day to Certify Final Results

Important Dates

Please review 2022 Local Election Calendar for additional Election Calendar information. 

Sept	9	First day to file for County positions
Feb	25	Deadline to file Request for Ballot Title
Mar	8	Candidate filing deadline
	10	Voters Pamphlet deadline for Candidate Statements
	11	Deadline for Candidacy Withdrawal
	17	Deadline to file Noticed Measure
	21	Voters' Pamphlet Measure Argument Deadline and City of Portland Candidate Statements
April	2	Last Day to mail Military/Overseas ballots
	18	Out of State ballots mailed
	26	Last Day to register/change party for Primary election
	27	Ballots mailed
May	3	Public Certification Test of our vote tally system 9:00 am
	17	Election Day

Candidate Filings

Positions	Filing Form	Filing: Fee / Petition	Voters' Pamphlet Statement Filing
County Commissioner, Position 2	SEL 101	$50 / 500 Signatures	$300
Paul Savas		- by fee	VP Statement
Libra Forde		- by fee	VP Statement
Mark Robert Johnson		- by fee	VP Statement
Bill Osburn		- by fee	VP Statement
Steve Frost		- by fee	VP Statement
County Commissioner, Position 5	SEL 101	$50 / 500 Signatures	$300
Evan Geier		- by fee	VP Statement
Ben West		- by fee	VP Statement
Dana Hindman-Allen		- by fee	VP Statement
Sonya Fischer		- by fee	VP Statement
County Assessor	SEL 101	$50 / 500 Signatures	$300
Bronson W Rueda		- by fee	VP Statement
County Clerk Pursuant to ORS 249.091, Catherine McMullen and Sherry Hall are nominated and the contest for County Clerk will not be printed on the Primary Election ballot in May. County Clerk will appear on the General Election ballot in November.	SEL 101	$50 / 500 Signatures	$300
Catherine McMullen		- by fee
Sherry Hall		- by fee
County Treasurer Pursuant to ORS 249.091, Brian T Nava is nominated and the contest for County Treasurer will not be printed on the Primary Election ballot in May. County Treasurer will appear on the General Election ballot in November.	SEL 101	$50 / 500 Signatures	$300
Brian T. Nava		- by fee
Justice of the Peace	SEL 101	n/a	$300
Karen Brisbin
Proposed Hoodland Park Director	SEL 190	$10 / 25 Signatures	$25
Clackamas County is accepting filings for the proposed Hoodland Park District The proposed district would have five board positions.  Per ORS 266.320 members will be elected by:       (a) The candidates receiving the first, second and third highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the second regular district election (June 30, 2025).       (b) The candidates receiving the fourth and fifth highest vote shall be elected to a term expiring June 30 next following the first regular district election (June 30, 2023)
Heather Ostrander		- by fee	VP Statement
Dannelle Wolfe		- by fee	VP Statement
Robb Courtney		- by fee	VP Statement
Becky Fortune		- by fee	VP Statement
Brittany Kintigh		- by fee	VP Statement
Regina Lythgoe		- by fee	VP Statement
Bri Dittlinger		- by fee	VP Statement

 Filings for May 17, 2022, Primary Election. 

 How to file for an open position and have a name placed on the ballot: FILING PERIOD IS CLOSED

1. Review: Qualifications
2. Complete:  Candidate Filing form
3. Determine Filing Method: Fee OR by Petition (see above)
4. Submit: Deadline - March 8, 2022, 5:00 pm

How to submit a statement to be included in the County Voters' Pamphlet (OPTIONAL): 

1. Complete Candidate filing above 
2. Complete Candidate Statement and optional Endorsement Form
3. Include fee: cash or check only.  
4. Submit: Deadline - March 10, 2022, 5:00 pm

Ballot Measure Filings

Ballot Measure Filings

District	Measure #	Title	Measure Argument Fee
City of Tualatin	34-309	Amends Charter to Modify Mayoral Term Limits in Certain Circumstances	$200 Cash/Check only
City of Oregon City	3-579	Charter Amendment: Remove Term Limits for Commission Positions	$400 Cash/Check only
City of Oregon City	3-580	Charter Amendment: Commission Appoints Planning Commission and Historic Review Board	$400 Cash/Check only
Board of County Commissioners	3-581	Formation of Hoodland Park District under ORS 266	$200 Cash/Check only
City of West Linn	3-582	Bonds to Purchase Oppenlander Property and Make Parks Capital Improvements	$350 Cash/Check Only
City of Oregon City	3-583	Charter Amendment: Eliminates Numbering of Positions on City Commission	$400 Cash/Check only

 

 

Measure filing deadline is March 17, 2022 at 5:00 pm.  Filings will be posted upon receipt. Measure numbers are assigned during filing of Notice of Measure Election.      

Measure Arguments may be filed in favor or opposition once Measure # is assigned. 

Measure Argument Filing Information:

1. Complete Forms - Measure Argument for County Voters' Pamphlet (required) / Statement of Endorsement form (optional)
2. Deadline - March 21, 2022 at 5:00 pm
3. Fee - Cash or Check only - NO credit/debit cards.

Measure Arguments can also be filed by petition in lieu of the fee.  Please contact our office for more information

Voters' Pamphlet Filing Information

Candidate Statement  and Measure Arguments Filing Instructions (OPTIONAL)

Candidate Statement Filing Information for Voters' Pamphlet:  Candidates personal statement/photo to be included in the County Voters' Pamphlet 

1. Complete Candidate filing above 
2. Complete Candidate Statement and optional Endorsement Form
3. Include fee: Cash or Check only.  Voters' Pamphlet Statement fees listed by filed positions
4. Submit: Deadline - 5:00 pm on March 10th for all positions except City of Portland Candidates 

Measure Argument Filing Information for Voters' Pamphlet:  Arguments may be filed in favor or opposition once Measure # is assigned. 

1. Complete Forms - Measure Argument for County Voters' Pamphlet (required) / Statement of Endorsement form (optional)
2. Include Fee:  Cash or Check only - NO credit/debit cards
3. Submit: Deadline - March 21st  at 5:00 pm

Precinct Committeperson Filings and Information

PCP Candidate Filing for the May 2022 Primary Election:

Final PCP Calculations

Candidates should verify their precinct before filing.  This may be done by:

  1.  Online Map 

  2.  Contacting our office directly – Be prepared to provide name and residence address

• Call – 503.655.8510 (phones may be busy and longer wait times)
• Email – elections@clackamas.us

Filing for Precinct Committeeperson by is CLOSED.  See link below for a full list of filed candidates.

Write-in's will only be counted for individuals that notify the County Elections office.  This may be done by:

  1.   Declaration of Intent:  Deadline 8:00 pm on May, 17 2022 

• Online Filing Form
• Paper Filing Form

  2.  Nomination:  Deadline 8:00 pm on May, 17 2022 

• Online Filing Form
• Paper Filing Form

Paper Filings may be submitted by:

• Mail/In person – 1710 Red Soils Ct, Suite 100, Oregon City, OR 97045
• Email – elections@clackamas.us

Incomplete filings cannot be accepted.  The County Elections office cannot fill in or change precinct numbers on forms.  

Voters' Pamphlet - City of Canby, City of Estacada, City of Gladstone, City of Oregon City

Voters' Pamphlet - City of Lake Oswego, City of West Linn, Lake Oswego School District, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue District 

Election Observation Schedule

Tuesday, Oct. 26	9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday, Oct. 29	9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Monday, Nov. 1	9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, Nov. 2	3:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday, Nov. 3	9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Please note:  Ballot processing may end early based on the returns we have for that day.  We will start at posted start time.  

Important Dates

Aug 13	Last day for Special Districts to file Request for Ballot Title
Sept 2	Last day to file/withdraw Notice of Measure Election
Sept 7	Last day to file Voters' Pamphlet submissions - Measure Arguments / Candidate Statements
Sept 18	Military/overseas ballots mailed
Oct 4	Out of state ballots mailed
Oct 12	Voter Registration Deadline
Oct 13	Ballots mailed to voters/Drop Sites opened
Oct 26	Public Certification Test of our vote tally system 9:00 am / Last day for voters to safely return ballots by mail
Nov 2	Election Day
Nov 16	Deadline to resolve ballot challenges
Nov 22	Post-Election Public Test at 10:00 am.  Certification of Final Results

 

Official Final Results

Official Cumulative Results

Ballot Observation Schedule

Public access to observation areas are open and observers are welcome.  We strongly encourage any persons interested in observing to review our Observer Policy and processing schedule prior to arriving.  Space may be limited due to safety concerns.  All ballot processing activities will be conducted at Clackamas County Elections, 1710 Red Soils Ct, Oregon City. The Public Certification Test of our vote tally system was conducted on March 2, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.  .

Ballot Processing Schedule:

     Monday, March 8th - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm*

     Tuesday, March 9th - TBD (Monday 3/8/21 afternoon)

     *As needed until all ballots have been tallied. Please note: This schedule is subject to change, as we may end processing earlier than expected. We will not be processing ballots outside of the posted hours.

Initial results released on March 9th, 8:30 p.m. 

Turnout Update

Total Eligible Voters: 25,988 

Date Received	Returns today	Returns to date	% Returned to date
2/08/2021	2	2	.01
2/18/2021	2	4	.01
2/19/2021	5	9	.04
2/22/2021	335	344	1.3
2/23/2021	696	1040	4.0
2/24/2021	723	1763	6.78
2/25/2021	375	2138	8.22
2/26/2021	554	2692	10.33
3/1/2021	865	3557	13.65
3/3/2021	599	4160	15.91
3/4/2021	242	4402	16.54
3/5/2021	388	4790	18.32
3/8/2021	949	5739	21.55

Filed Candidates

The City of Oregon City has certified the list of candidates that will appear on the March 9, 2021 ballot. 

Candidate Name	Position	Term
Rachel Lyles Smith	Mayor	Remainder of unexpired term, ending 12/31/2022.
Alex Josephy	Mayor	Remainder of unexpired term, ending 12/31/2022.
Damon Mabee	Mayor	Remainder of unexpired term, ending 12/31/2022.
Leslie Wright Jr.	Mayor	Remainder of unexpired term, ending 12/31/2022.
Phil Heppner	Mayor	Remainder of unexpired term, ending 12/31/2022.

 

Drop Sites

Select Clackamas County drop sites will be available to the public 24 hours a day from February 17th until 8 pm on Election Day. (See below)

Clackamas County Elections*
1710 Red Soils Ct
Oregon City, OR 97045

Oregon City - City Hall
625 Center St
Oregon City, OR 97045

*Drive-up ballot drop access

Notice:  Our office will be conducting a hand-count for Estacada School District Director, Zone 3 on Wednesday, June 16th at 10:00 am.  This automatic hand recount is required as the results for this position fell within 1/5th of 1%. 

Important Dates

Candidates/Districts

Feb. 6	Last day for county to publish Notice of District Election / First day to file for Special District position
Feb. 26	Last day for Special Districts to file Request for Ballot Title
March 18	Last day to file/withdrawal Special District position / Last day to file Noticed Measure Election Ballot Title
March 22	Voters' Pamphlet Deadline - Last day to file optional candidate statement and measure argument for inclusion in County Voters' Pamphlet

Voters

April 2	Military/overseas ballots mailed
April 19	Out of state ballots mailed
April 27	Voter Registration Deadline
April 28	Ballots mailed to voters/Drop Sites opened
May 11	Public Certification Test of our vote tally system - 9:00 am / Last day for voters to safely return ballots by mail
May 18	Election Day
June 1	Deadline to resolve ballot challenges
June 7	Final Election results certified

Notice of Measure Election

District	Measure #	Title	Measure Argument Fee	Measure Argument Deadline
Clackamas County	3-566	Five-Year County Sheriff Public Safety Local Option Levy	$400.00 Cash/Check only	March 22, 5:00 pm

Measure filing deadline is March 18th at 5:00pm and will be posted upon receipt. Measure numbers are assigned during filing of Notice of Measure Election. Measure Arguments may be filed in favor or opposition once Measure # is assigned.

Measure Argument Filing Information:

1. Complete Forms - Measure Argument for County Voters' Pamphlet (required) / Statement of Endorsement form (optional)
2. Measure Argument deadline is March 22nd at 5:00 p.m.
3. Fee - Cash or Check only - NO credit/debit cards

Candidate Filing Instructions

The filing window for the May 18, 2021 is CLOSED.

How to file:

1.  Determine eligibility.

       -  Review the Qualifications to Hold Office in Special Districts.  List of open positions are listed above.

2.  Submit Candidate Filing Form. (Required)

       -  Fee- $10 (cash/check only NO credit/debit cards) OR  Petition (information on petition signature requirements)

       -  Filings will be accepted from February 8th - March 18th at 5:00 pm.

3.  Submit Candidate Statement for Voters' Pamphlet. (Optional)

       -  Fee- $25 (cash/check only NO credit/debit cards) 

       -  Photo and Statement of Endorsement (If including, hard copies are required.)

       -  Statement can be accepted, after candidate has filed, from February 8th - March 22nd at 5:00 pm.

Election Information

Results

• Official Results 
• Official Canvass 

Notice

• Letter from City Recorder certifying recall petition 2020-01 has qualified to the ballot and calling for election.

Ballot Content

• Prospective Petition from Chief Petitioner
• Statement of Justification from Elected Official

Important Dates

November 24	Last day for voters to resolve ballot challenges
November 30	Last day for county clerk to certify election results

Daily Ballot Returns Update

Date	Daily Ballots	Cumulative	Turnout
Early Voting	-	2,938	11.1%
Mon, Oct 26	1,411	4,349	16.4%
Tue, Oct 27	1,822	6,171	23.3%
Wed, Oct 28	1,193	7,364	27.9%
Thu, Oct 29	982	8,346	31.6%
Fri, Oct 30	759	9,105	34.6%
Sat, Oct 31	807	9,912	37.7%
Sun, Nov 1	445	10,357	39.4%
Mon, Nov 2	1,009	11,366	43.3%
Tue, Nov 3	1,200	12,566	47.8%
Wed, Nov 4	228	12,794	48.7%
Thu, Nov 5	123	12,917	49.1%
Fri, Nov 6	127	13,044	49.6%
Mon, Nov 9	275	13,319	50.7%
Tue, Nov 10	423	13,742	52.3%
Eligible Voters - 26,259

 

• 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

Date	Daily Ballots	Cumulative	Turnout
July 7 - July 24	1	1	0.2%
Mon, July 27	5	6	0.9%
Tues, July 28	39	45	6.8%
Wed, July 29	26	71	12.3%
Thur, July 30	0	71	12.3%
Fri, July 31	0	71	12.3%
Mon, Aug 3	28	99	17.2%
Tue, Aug 4	22	121	21.2%
Wed, Aug 5	10	131	22.9%
Thur, Aug 6	8	139	24.3%
Fri, Aug 7	0	139	24.3%
Mon, Aug 10	18	157	27.5%
Tue, Aug 11	27	184	32.3%
Eligible Voters - 569

 

 

 

 

 

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 milage 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.