Elections
In 2024, elections are being held on the following dates:
- Tuesday, May 21: primary election
- Tuesday, Nov. 5: general election
Primary Election: Local Ballot Measures
Three local ballot measures have been adopted by City Council for the consideration of registered voters in the May 21, 2024, primary election:
- The Wilsonville City Council adopted a resolution at the Jan. 18, 2024, meeting (watch) that asks voters to consider whether Urban Renewal should be used by the City as a funding mechanism to implement many of the high-priority infrastructure improvements outlined in the 2019 Wilsonville Town Center Plan. This will appear on the ballot as Measure 3-605. Learn more about how Urban Renewal works, and see a list of high-priority projects awaiting funding at WilsonvilleTownCenter.com.
- The Wilsonville City Council adopted two resolutions at the Feb. 22, 2024, meeting (watch); each asks voters to consider modifying language that defines how term limits (passed by voters in 2020) are applied. In referring these questions to voters, the Council seeks to strike a balance that honors the will of the voters without unduly restricting Wilsonville’s political capital.
- Should the Charter be amended to allow a two-term City Councilor the opportunity to serve two consecutive terms as Mayor? This will appear on the ballot as Measure 3-609.
- Should the Charter be amended to exempt days of an appointment to Council from calculation when less than 365.25 days? This will appear on the ballot as Measure 3-608.
The outcome of the term limits ballot measures will determine the eligibility of Mayor Julie Fitzgerald to seek re-election in November. Should either measure pass, Fitzgerald would remain eligible to seek a new four-year term; should both measures fail, Fitzgerald would not meet eligibility requirements to seek re-election.
A more detailed summary of these local ballot measures and their potential impacts is to be included in the voters' pamphlets that are distributed to registered voters in advance of mail-in balloting. Interested parties can also access staff reports and other relevant information included in meeting agenda packets distributed in advance of public meetings.
General Election: Mayor & City Councilors
- On Nov. 5, 2024, Wilsonville voters are to elect one individual to serve as Mayor and two individuals to serve as City Councilors. The current terms of Julie Fitzgerald, Kristin Akervall and Joann Linville expire on Dec. 31, 2024. Prospective candidates may contact the City Recorder to learn more about requirements and deadlines.
Voter Registration
Eligible voters may register to vote at: State of Oregon Online Voter Registration
To register to vote in Oregon, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen
- A resident of Oregon
- At least 16 years old
Voters under 18 years of age will not receive a ballot until an election occurs on/after their 18th birthday.
What You Will Need
To register online you will need an Oregon driver license, permit or ID card number issued by the Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division (DMV).
If you do not have an Oregon driver license, permit or ID card, you can still use the online voter registration application. The information you enter will display on a voter registration card (PDF document) that you will need to print, sign and deliver to your county elections office to complete your registration.
Deadline
A new registrant must submit their online registration by 11:59:59 pm Pacific Time on the 21st calendar day before an election)to be eligible to vote.
- Apr. 30, 2024: registration deadline for the primary election.
- Oct. 15, 2024: registration deadline for the general election
Already Registered?
If you are already registered or think you might be registered to vote, use My Vote to:
- check if you are registered to vote
- view your voter registration information
- update your voter registration
- check the status of your ballot
- find contact information for your county elections office
- find contact information for your elected officials
- find a ballot drop site
Submitting and Tracking Your Ballot
How to Submit a Ballot
Registered voters in Oregon receive ballots by mail several weeks before Election Day. Ballots must be returned by 8 pm on Election Day at drop box sites or postmarked no later than election day to be counted (postage is not required).
- Wilsonville's drop box is located near the off-street entrance to City Hall (29799 SW Town Center Loop E.).
- Drop boxes, located throughout Washington and Clackamas Counties, can be found with the State of Oregon Drop Box Locator
Track Your Ballot
- Your county of residence provides online ballot tracking so you can be sure your ballot was received:
Voters' Pamphlets & Additional Election Information
Voter pamphlets are available in multiple languages about one month prior to Election Day. They are mailed to registered voters and also made available online.
The office of the Oregon Secretary of State, which oversees elections in Oregon, provides in-depth information about voting in State elections. You can find additional information from your county of residence: Clackamas County l Washington County
