A village in the U.S. state of Oregon is a model of local governance that as of 2006[update] only exists in Clackamas County.
For purposes of the laws related to hamlets and villages, a "citizen" means either According to Chapter 2.10 of the Clackamas County Code, a village is an unincorporated area that is an organized forum for citizens to express issues of concern, prioritize activities, and coordinate community-based activities, as may be approved by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
Upon approval of the BCC, a village may also establish relationships with neighboring jurisdictions or organizations through Memoranda of Understanding.
The petition must be signed by at least 15% (vs. 10% for hamlets) of the citizens located within the proposed village boundary or 150 citizens (vs. 100), whichever is the lesser number, and shall state the proposed name, preliminary purpose, boundaries, number of Board members, and activities for the village.A public hearing is then held, with a defined method of public notice beforehand.
In particular, board members acting within their authority as defined by bylaws and county policy are treated as agents of the county for claims made against the organization, officer or member for the purposes of the Oregon Tort Claims Act.