Legislative advocacy, training, and resources that strengthen county governments across every corner of Oregon.
Thirty-six counties. One voice. The Association of Oregon Counties exists because county governments face challenges that no single county should have to navigate alone. From the coast ranges of Tillamook to the high desert of Malheur, AOC brings every Oregon county to the same table, pooling expertise, resources, and political reach that individual counties simply could not assemble on their own.
Based at 1212 Court St NE in Salem, just steps from the Oregon State Capitol, AOC is positioned exactly where it needs to be: close to the legislative action, ready to speak on behalf of county officials the moment a bill moves through committee. That proximity is not an accident. Advocacy is at the core of what AOC does, and being embedded in Salem's government district means county interests are never an afterthought in the legislative process.
The organization's work extends well beyond lobbying. AOC develops the people who run county government, publishing policy resources, hosting an annual conference, and offering training programs that help elected officials and staff do their jobs with greater confidence and competence. When counties are better informed and better equipped, the residents they serve are better off.
AOC delivers a focused set of programs built around the real-world needs of Oregon county governments. On the legislative front, AOC monitors bills, coordinates testimony, and advocates directly for county interests at the Capitol, so individual counties have a seasoned, unified presence in Salem regardless of their size or budget.
Beyond advocacy, AOC invests in the people who make county government work. Education and training programs prepare county officials for the demands of public service, while the annual conference creates space for officials across all 36 counties to share challenges and solutions face to face. The County College guide gives officials and residents a clear map of county services statewide.
For county road departments, AOC provides specialized tools including the IRIS system and the County Road Manual, practical resources that keep infrastructure programs running efficiently. Members also gain access to cost-saving tools and a membership exchange program designed to stretch county budgets further. Policy publications and a dedicated newsroom keep everyone current on the issues that matter most to Oregon counties.
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AOC is a statewide organization that unites all 36 Oregon counties to advocate for county interests at the Legislature, provide education and training for county officials, and deliver practical resources that help county governments operate effectively.
AOC represents all 36 Oregon counties, from the most populous urban counties to the smallest rural ones. Every Oregon county is part of the association.
AOC monitors state legislation, coordinates county testimony, and advocates directly before the Oregon Legislature and state agencies on issues that affect county governments, including funding, land use, public safety, roads, and more.
Yes. AOC offers education and training programs for elected officials and county staff, including an annual conference where officials from across the state gather to learn and collaborate.
The County College guide is a resource AOC publishes to help officials and residents understand the full range of services that county governments provide across Oregon.
AOC is located at 1212 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301, close to the Oregon State Capitol. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
AOC provides county road departments with access to the IRIS system and the County Road Manual, both designed to support efficient management of county road programs statewide.
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