Multnomah County conducted a special election on May 20, primarily focusing on school board elections and a substantial bond measure for Portland Public Schools. Voter turnout reached nearly 25%, bolstered by thousands of last-minute ballots. Four school board positions within the PPS were contested, alongside a crucial $1.8 billion bond for construction and upgrades. Other districts, like David Douglas, had virtually uncontested elections for board seats, signaling low competition. Official results are pending certification by June 16, with continued ballot processing expected to affect turnout.
Turnout will continue to increase as additional postmarked ballots arrive and are processed, per state law, in the week following Election Day.
The passage of the 2025 school bond reflects a shared belief that every child deserves to learn in a school that is safe, modern, and designed for success.
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