FILE – A voter drops off a ballot in a drop box in Portland, Ore., on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Oregon is losing its second elections director in as many years, with the current one announcing her resignation, saying the job is extremely challenging and complaining of uncertain funding. (AP Photo/Claire Rush, File)
PORTLAND, Ore. — Multnomah County voters are being reminded to prepare for the upcoming Special Election on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, which includes just two ballot measures — one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
Approximately 466,000 registered voters in the affected areas will receive ballots. County officials are encouraging residents to check their registration, understand their voting options, and make a plan to vote.
Key Deadlines for Voters
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Voter Registration Deadline: Tuesday, Oct. 14
Register or update your registration here, or in person at: -
Ballots begin mailing: Wednesday, Oct. 15
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All ballots should be received by: Thursday, Oct. 23
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Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 4 (ballots due by 8 p.m.)
How to Vote
Voters can return ballots by mail or by dropping them off at any official drop site. If you will be away from home during the voting period, you can request an absentee ballot at multco.us/absentee, or by contacting the Elections Office at [email protected] or (503) 988-VOTE.
Voter Assistance and Accessibility
Multnomah County provides free assistance for voters with disabilities. Voter Assistance Teams can help voters in their homes, care facilities, or at either of the two Elections offices in Portland and Gresham.
Independent Voting Units (IVUs) are available for voters who want or need to vote privately and independently. These accessible tablets support:
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Audio ballot reading with adjustable volume
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Braille and tactile controls
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Adjustable font sizes and contrast settings
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Seated or standing use with mobility aids
After making their selections, voters print and return their ballots as usual. Assistance is available on-site via a call button, and IVUs are available through 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Language Support and Ballot Tracking
Multnomah County Elections offers interpretation services free of charge in any language, including American Sign Language. Multilingual staff are available, and telephone or video interpretation can be arranged.
The county’s Track Your Ballot service is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Somali, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Voters can sign up to receive text, email, or voice alerts about their ballot’s status — including when it’s mailed, received, accepted, or if further action is needed.
Visit multnomah.ballottrax.net to sign up.
In-Person Services and Voting Locations
Main Office:
Multnomah County Duniway-Lovejoy Elections Building
1040 S.E. Morrison St., Portland, OR 97214
Gresham Voting Center Express (Open Oct. 20–Nov. 4):
Multnomah County East Building
600 N.E. 8th St., Gresham, OR 97030
Make a Plan to Vote
Multnomah County Elections encourages voters to take these five steps:
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Register to vote
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Get your ballot
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Vote your ballot
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Return your ballot
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Make your voice heard
More information is available here.
Jordan Vawter
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