Definition
For purposes of the laws related to hamlets and villages, a "citizen" means either
- a resident who is 18 years or older living within the boundaries of a hamlet or village, or
- a non-resident who owns property or a business there.
According to Chapter 2.10 of the Clackamas County Code, a hamlet 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). A hamlet is financed primarily through contributions and fundraising activities.
- Hamlets are represented by an elected hamlet Board, according to procedures set forth in citizen-approved bylaws that also have been approved by the BCC. A hamlet may assume the functions of a CPO upon agreement of the existing CPO, hamlet, and BCC. Upon approval of the BCC, a hamlet may also establish relationships with neighboring jurisdictions or organizations through Memoranda of Understanding. The County may, on behalf of a hamlet, enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with other governments. Hamlets are not direct providers of services and are not empowered to generate taxes or fees.
A hamlet's boundaries cannot overlap the boundaries of another hamlet, village or city.
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