November 3 General Election Ballots Due - 10/27/26

Tuesday, October 27, is the last recommended day to return ballots by mail.

ASTORIA, OR -- Voters who have not yet cast their ballots for the November 3 General Election are encouraged to act soon.

Completed ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day to be counted. After today, Tuesday, October 27, the Clatsop County Clerk and Elections Office encourage voters to use an official ballot drop box to ensure their ballots are received by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.

Returning Election Ballots

Completed and returned ballots will be counted if they are postmarked on or before Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. 

Voters can also use one of seven 24-hour ballot drop boxes available throughout the county. Ballots can be dropped off at these locations until 8 p.m. on Election Day:

Astoria – outside 820 Exchange St.

Cannon Beach – outside City Hall, 163 E. Gower

Gearhart – outside City Hall, 698 Pacific Way

Seaside – outside City Hall, 989 Broadway

Warrenton – outside City Hall (back parking lot), 225 S. Main Ave.

Knappa – outside Knappa High School, 41535 Old Hwy 30

Jewell – outside Jewell School, 83874 Hwy 103

Ballots can also be delivered in-person to the County Clerk’s Office, 820 Exchange St., 2nd Floor, Astoria. The elections office will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election day.

Clatsop County Voters Pamphlet

For the 2026 general election, the Clatsop County voters’ pamphlet is in the center of the State Voters Pamphlet. The pamphlet is available online at ClatsopCounty.gov.

Ballot Process Live-Stream

Clatsop County Clerk and Elections Office will provide live, online video streaming of its processing of local ballots. The live feed began October 19.

Activities that will be live streamed:

• Receiving ballots at the Clerk and Elections Office.
• Elections staff scanning ballots to log as received. 
• Signature verification by elections staff to compare signatures on ballot envelopes to voter’s registration records.
• Elections staff removing ballots from envelopes and checking ballots for damage that may make them unreadable for the ballot counter at the Judge Guy Boyington Building (starting November 2)
• Processing the ballots to count the votes through the ballot-counting machine

The video feed will be live to show ballot processing and counting after Election Day until all qualified ballots are counted and through certification.

Please note that while live, the video feed may show extended periods with no activity because ballots are processed as they are received by the Clerk and Elections Office.

Results

Due to state guidelines allowing ballots to be postmarked on Election Day, it may take several days for final unofficial election results to be announced.

Election results will be posted online starting at 8 p.m. on Election Day at clatsopcounty.gov and as updates are provided.

For more information about election security, ballot processing and counting, listen to the latest episode of PodClatsop, featuring a conversation between County Clerk Tracie Krevanko and Clatsop County Commissioners about the safeguards in place to protect the integrity of our elections.

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Clatsop County Parks Fees To Increase Jan. 1 To Support Maintenance & Services - 10/27/26

ASTORIA, OR — Clatsop County Parks will update several day-use and facility fees beginning January 1, 2027, the first increase to many of the fees in more than a decade.

The additional revenue will help support maintenance and services at County parks as aging infrastructure, increased use, and rising operating costs place greater demands on the park system.

Clatsop County Parks provide recreational opportunities for residents and visitors throughout the county. Fees help pay for ongoing maintenance and operations, including restrooms, picnic areas, trails, parking areas, boat access, and other park facilities.

Fee changes beginning January 1

• Day-use parking: The daily fee will increase from $5 to $10 per vehicle. Day-use fees will be collected year-round at:
  • Carnahan County Park 
  • Klootchy Creek County Park
  • Westport County Park
  • John Day County Park
  • Cullaby Lake County Park
• Annual County Parks Pass: The annual pass will increase from $30 to $50. The pass is valid at all Clatsop County parks where day-use fees are collected. It is valid for a full 12 months beginning in the month it is purchased.
• Cullaby Lake shelters: Reservations for the North and South shelters at Cullaby Lake County Park will increase from $35 to $50 per day. Reservations can be made by calling 503-338-3740 and leaving voicemail.

The Parks Department will also launch a new online payment system in January, making it easier for visitors to purchase park passes and pay applicable fees online.

Information about Clatsop County parks, facilities, and passes is available on the Clatsop County Parks website.

Clatsop County Launches Free Property Recording Alert Service - 10/16/26

New service notifies residents when documents are recorded under their names

Clatsop County, OR — The Clatsop County Clerk’s Office is launching a free Property Recording Alert Service (PRAS) on Friday, October 16, to help property owners monitor recorded documents and identify potentially fraudulent activity.

The service sends automated email notifications when a new document is recorded with a name that a subscriber has registered to monitor. Alerts are sent the same day and include a document number that can be used to look up additional information through the Clerk’s Office website.

“This is another tool residents can use to stay informed about activity involving their property records,” said Clatsop County Clerk Tracie Krevanko. “By signing up for alerts, property owners can learn about newly recorded documents and take action if something doesn't look right.”

How the service works

Residents can register for free at clatsop.co/records. Once enrolled, subscribers will:

• Receive same-day email alerts when documents are recorded under their monitored names.
• Be able to look up the type and title of newly recorded documents.
• Monitor up to 10 names per email address.
• Receive notifications only for documents recorded after enrollment.

The service is available at no additional cost to taxpayers and is funded through a portion of existing recording fees.

An added layer of awareness

While PRAS can help residents identify potentially fraudulent recording activity, it does not prevent fraudulent documents from being recorded. The Clerk’s Office cannot determine the validity of documents submitted for recording.

Residents who suspect fraud should contact local law enforcement and seek legal counsel.

Information arriving with property tax statements

To help raise awareness of the new service, Clatsop County is including an informational brochure with property tax statements being mailed to residents this month. The brochure explains how the service works, answers frequently asked questions and provides instructions for signing up.

Residents can learn more and enroll at clatsop.co/records or contact the Clatsop County Clerk’s Office at 503-325-8511.

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Clatsop County Announces Parks Photo Contest Winners (Photo) - 10/15/26

ASTORIA, OR. — Clatsop County has announced the winners of the 2026 Parks Photo Contest, which invited residents and visitors to capture and share their favorite moments in County parks.

Winners were selected in two categories:

• Landscapes: Tom Grimm of Warrenton for a photo taken at Carnahan County Park
• People in Nature: Tiffany Levin of Cannon Beach for a photo taken at Klootchy Creek County Park

A total of 25 photos were submitted during the first year of the contest. The contest was created to highlight Clatsop County parks through the eyes of the people who visit and enjoy them. Submitted photos showcased local scenery, outdoor recreation, natural spaces, and visitor experiences across County parks.

Entries were reviewed by the Clatsop County Recreational Lands Planning Advisory Committee and judged on relevance to Clatsop County parks, visual impact, technical quality, originality, creativity, and public outreach value, including how well each image could help promote appreciation, stewardship, and responsible enjoyment of County parks.

The winning photographers will receive a Clatsop County parks pass. Winning photos may also be featured on the County website, social media, newsletters, and future parks materials.

Clatsop County thanks everyone who participated in the first year of the Parks Photo Contest and helped showcase the beauty and value of local public spaces.

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Photos credits. Photos attached. 

Photo by Tiffany Levin, Cannon Beach
Park: Klootchy Creek
Category: People in Nature

Photo by Tom Grimm, Warrenton
Park: Carnahan County Park
Category: Landscapes

Clatsop County Ballot Process To Live-Stream - 10/15/26

ASTORIA, OR - Clatsop County Clerk and Elections Office will provide live, online video streaming of its processing of local ballots. The live feed will begin October 19.

Activities that will be live streamed:

• Receiving ballots at the Clerk and Elections Office.
• Elections staff scanning ballots to log as received. 
• Signature verification by elections staff to compare signatures on ballot envelopes to voter’s registration records.
• Live-stream the public test of the ballot-counting machine at 10 a.m. on October 26.
• Elections staff removing ballots from envelopes and checking ballots for damage that may make them unreadable for the ballot counter at the Judge Guy Boyington Building (starting November 2).
• Processing the ballots to count the votes through the ballot-counting machine

The video feed will be live to show ballot processing and counting after Election Day until all qualified ballots are counted and through certification. View the schedule of the live feed at www.clatsopcounty.gov/elections.

Please note that while live, the video feed may show extended periods with no activity because ballots are processed as they are received by the Clerk and Elections Office.

Election results will be posted online starting at 8 p.m. on Election Day at clatsopcounty.gov and as updates are provided.

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Clatsop County To Illuminate Buildings Green For Operation Green Light In Support Of Veterans - 10/08/26

ASTORIA, OR - Clatsop County’s buildings will be illuminated green November 4 -11, 2026 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans.

This national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties supports military veterans and raises awareness about unique challenges faced by many veterans and resources available at the county, state, and federal level to assist them and their families.

“Something as simple as changing a light bulb can send a powerful message,” said Clatsop County Board Chair Mark Kujala. “When our homes, businesses and public buildings shine green, we’re showing veterans throughout Clatsop County that their community stands with them. I hope everyone will join us in making that message visible.”

Along with lighting County buildings, residents, businesses, and other local agencies are encouraged to take part by changing one or more light bulbs inside or outside your home or place of business to a green bulb from November 4-11. This simple act not only expresses our support, it also helps spark conversations about the needs of veterans in our community and the services available to them and their families.

Confirmed participants so far include Clatsop Community Action, Astoria Elks #180, and the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, and Seaside. Clatsop County is grateful for their partnership in honoring our veterans and encourages other local agencies and businesses to join the effort. 

By shining a green light, we seek to let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported. Community members can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

Need a green bulb? To help the community participate, a limited number of free bulbs are available at the following locations while supplies last:

• Veteran Services Office at Clatsop Community College
  1717 Lexington Ave, Astoria, OR 97103 | Thurs–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

• County Manager’s Office, 4th Floor Reception
  800 Exchange Street, Astoria, OR 97103 | Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Visit the County’s Veteran Services Program webpage for more information and links to resources available to veterans.

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Clash Of The Cowboys Roughstock Rodeo Coming To Clatsop County Fair & Expo November 14 - 10/07/26

A full evening of Western action, family fun and entertainment in Clatsop County

ASTORIA, OR — The Clatsop County Fair & Expo is bringing the excitement of roughstock rodeo to Clatsop County this fall with the Clash of the Cowboys Roughstock Rodeo, presented by Jason Kraushaar Contracting, LLC, on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

The indoor rodeo will feature an action-packed night of bulls, broncs and barrels, operated by Howell Rodeo Company. Rodeo fans and families are invited to experience the excitement of the arena, along with vendor exhibits and a variety of activities throughout the evening.

The fun begins before the rodeo with a free, family-friendly pre-show program at 4 p.m. hosted by the Clatsop County Fair & Expo. The pre-show will take place in the Exhibit Hall and outside the main entrance and is open to the public at no cost.

Visitors can enjoy retail vendors, food trucks, a mechanical bull, cash bar, dummy roping competition, music and more during the pre-show.

Event Schedule
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Clatsop County Fair & Expo
92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, OR 97103

• 4 p.m. — Free Pre-Show: Exhibit Hall and food trucks outside the main entrance
• 6 p.m. — Indoor Arena Doors Open
• 7 p.m. — Clash of the Cowboys Roughstock Rodeo Begins

The rodeo will take place indoors with bleacher seating. Guests are welcome to bring a seat cushion for additional comfort. Free parking is available at the fairgrounds.

Ticket Information
Tickets are required for the Clash of the Cowboys Roughstock Rodeo.

Advance Tickets:

• Adults: $25 + ticket fees and taxes
• Children 10 and under: $10 + ticket fees and taxes
• Children under 24 months: Free when seated on a parent or guardian's lap

At the Door:

• Adults: $30 + ticket fees and taxes
• Children 10 and under: $12 + ticket fees and taxes

Tickets are available online at clatsopcofair.com. Sales are final. No refunds.

A Night of Western Action
The Clash of the Cowboys Roughstock Rodeo is designed to deliver an exciting night of Western entertainment for rodeo fans and newcomers alike. The evening will feature:

• Bulls
• Broncs
• Barrels
• Rodeo action operated by Howell Rodeo Company
• Vendor exhibits
• Food trucks
• Music and entertainment
• Dummy roping competition
• Mechanical bull
• Cash bar

With the combination of a free family-friendly pre-show and an exciting indoor rodeo, the event offers something for everyone — whether you're a longtime rodeo fan or looking for a fun Saturday night out.

The Clatsop County Fair & Expo is located at 92937 Walluski Loop in Astoria. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the free pre-show, grab some food, visit vendors and take part in the activities before heading into the arena. Go to clatsopcofair.com/ for more information.

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Election Registration Deadline Is October 13 - 10/06/26

ASTORIA, OR — The deadline to register to vote in the November 3, 2026 General Election is Tuesday, October 13.

“Registering to vote is quick and easy,” said Tracie Krevanko, County Clerk. “You can sign up online at www.oregonvotes.gov or complete a registration card and send it by mail. Just make sure your card is postmarked by October 13 to be accepted.”

Voter registration cards are available from the Clatsop County Clerk and Elections Office, 820 Exchange St., Astoria, local post offices, public libraries and Department of Motor Vehicles offices. Cards can also be downloaded from the Oregon Secretary of State website and printed.

Voters who are already registered must update their registration if they have:

• Moved or changed their mailing address
• Changed their name
• Wish to change their party affiliation

You can find out your current registration status by going to the Oregon Secretary of State’s “My Vote” webpage.

Ballots will be mailed to registered voters on October 14.

More information on voter registration at clatsopcounty.gov.

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