Hotel Performance January 2021
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. This time of year traditionally is a “soft” period for area hotels. However, we are still seeing decreases directly tied to the decrease in business and leisure travel due…
Hotel Performance January 17-23
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. This time of year traditionally is a “soft” period for area hotels. However, we are still seeing decreases directly tied to the decrease in business and leisure travel due…
Washington County country remains at Extreme Risk level for COVID-19
Washington County country will remain in the Extreme Risk category after the latest COVID-19 data was released on January 26. Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced changes to the guidance for Extreme Risk counties, allowing some indoor activities to resume. Starting January 29, a maximum…
Hotel Performance January 3-9, 2021
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. This time of year traditionally is a “soft” period for area hotels. However, we are still seeing decreases directly tied to the decrease in business and leisure travel due…
Hotel Performance November 29-December 5
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. While Washington County’s hotel occupancy is performing better than other destinations, it is still a decrease from last year during the same period. For the week of…
State Offers Tax Relief for Small Businesses
Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced new tax relief for small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 shutdowns. The Department of Revenue will eliminate penalties and interest on 2019 income tax for businesses that are still struggling to pay bills. “I have heard from…
Hotel Performance November 29-December 5, 2020
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. While Washington County’s hotel occupancy is performing better than other destinations, it is still a decrease from last year during the same period. For the week of November 29-December…
Hillsboro Businesses Need Outdoor Seating Permits
Restaurants and bars in Hillsboro need to apply for two permits in order to set up new outdoor seating. Under the latest state guidance for COVID-19 prevention, Washington County is considered an “extreme risk” county and currently, only outdoor dining is allowed. That means…
Hotel Performance November 22-28, 2020
COVID-19 has directly affected the hotel industry throughout the United States, and Washington County is no exception. While Washington County’s hotel occupancy is performing better than other destinations, it is still a decrease from last year during the same period. For the week of November 22-28…
Washington County Enters “Extreme Risk” Guidance December 3
Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced the county-wide risk levels, and Washington County—as well as other counties in the Portland Metro Region—are in the “Extreme Risk” category. As an “Extreme Risk” county, the following is guidance for Washington County as it relates to our industry,…