Elections

2026 - May 19 Election

The City of Lake Oswego has referred a general obligation bond measure to the May 2026 ballot. In the May 19, 2026 election, Lake Oswego voters will have the opportunity to vote on Measure 3-635. 

Ballot Measure Referred to the Voters:

• Measure 3-635 would authorize a new property tax to fund replacement of the existing South Shore Fire Station.

2025 - May 20 Special District Election 

Resources and Information

Ballot Box locations

Voter's Pamphlet

2024 City of Lake Oswego Elections

Official Election Results

Certified election results located HERE. 

Lake Oswego voters selected Joe Buck as Mayor and Aaron Rapf, Rachel Verdick, and Massene Mboup as City Councilors in the November 5, 2024 General Election.  They will each serve four-year terms beginning January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2028.  For more information, email Laural Hawkins.

Ballot Measures Referred to the Voters:

3-619 - Prohibits psilocybin businesses within the City of Lake Oswego.

3-618 - Allows road safety project, driveway realignment on specific park property. More information.

Election information and Resources

• The City Charter has more details about the City's form of government and elected positions; Lake Oswego Code provides additional information about elections.
• Registration: Voters register with the Secretary of State's office .
• Ballot drop box locations
• Rules relating to posting political/election signs

Statement of Economic Interest

All members of the City Council are required to file an Annual Verified Statement of Economic Interest with the Oregon Government Ethics Commission. Additional information is available from the OCEC.