Welcome to the Carlton Community Update page
Updated June 18, 2025
Join your neighbors and community at the annual Carlton Fun Days community festival event.
Vendors will be open on the afternoon of Friday, June 27th selling homemade and unique goods.
Saturday, June 28th is the main event. Parade starts at 10am, followed by a free swim at the Carlton Pool at Noon and much more! Please see the Carlton Fun Days Facebook page for full event details.
See you there! 🎉
Due to ongoing shortages in surface and groundwater supplies, water conservation is more important than ever. While Carlton has made significant upgrades to its water production facilities, distribution systems, and source water, summer conditions still present major challenges.
Here’s how you can help:
- Limit water use both indoors and outdoors, especially during hot weather.
- Follow the Odd/Even Watering Schedule:
- If your address is an odd number, water only on odd-numbered dates.
- If your address is an even number, water only on even-numbered dates.
- Irrigate wisely: Water lawns only as needed—ideally just 10–15 minutes per day.
- Mulch your garden to retain moisture around plant roots.
- Reuse water when possible. For example, don’t refill wading pools daily.
- Use commercial car washes instead of washing vehicles at home.
When temperatures rise, Carlton’s water usage nearly doubles—mostly due to overwatering. Practicing odd/even watering helps balance demand and reduce strain on the system.
If water use continues to rise, stricter restrictions/curtailments may be necessary.
Thank you for doing your part.
—Carlton Public Works Team
The Pool is open and ready for family fun!
For the pool schedule including swim lessons and public swim times, please see the Pool page here: Carlton Pool | Carlton OR
Come join the fun!
July 1st at 6pm and if needed, July 14th at 6pm, the Carlton City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Carlton Planning Commission to review the draft of the Carlton Transportation Plan or TSP. Residents are free to join the meeting in person to hear the updates being discussed. Public Hearings will be held later when the public can offer their input.
We welcome the public to the Community Room to hear these recommended safety changes to better the transportation of all modes, on feet, 2 or 18 wheels.
Thank You for Your Generous Contributions!
We are delighted to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the generous businesses who have contributed to the recent improvements at our beloved community park... Aileron Hospitality for initiating and funding the project, Solid Form for providing and installing the beautiful steel planters, Keath from Orizzonte LLC, Josh from C & D Landscape Installation Company and Gerardo Hernandez with Rancho Verde Landscaping for providing the hardscape and installing the new pathways and retaining wall! Your support has made a significant difference, and we are excited to share the positive impact these enhancements will have on our community.
These improvements would not have been possible without your generosity and commitment to our community. Your contributions have helped create a vibrant and inclusive space that will be enjoyed by residents and visitors for years to come.
Once again, thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you at the park and enjoying the wonderful enhancements together!
In the City of Carlton, we believe in the power of community. Our Customers Helping Customers program provides direct assistance to local families struggling to pay their utility bills. 100% of the donations made go toward easing the burden for those facing financial hardship.
Your support can make a real difference in the lives of your neighbors. Whether it is a one-time gift of a recurring donation, every contribution counts.
Because of your generous contributions, we have helped two customers avoid utility shut off in 2025.
Together, we can take care of each other.
You can use the QR code to donate now or contact our front office for other options. Please consider donating today.
If you're experiencing a sewer backup or slow drains at your home or business in Carlton, call Public Works before you call a plumber at 📞 503-852-7575 during business hours.
After hours, please call YCOM or Yamhill County Communications at 503-434-6500 and a Public Works employee will be paged to come assist.
Many times, we can quickly determine whether it’s a city issue or a private plumbing issue—which could save you the cost of an unnecessary plumber visit.
We’re here to help keep things flowing smoothly! 💧
Help keep Carlton safe and pet-friendly by making sure your dogs are licensed with Yamhill County and securely confined to your yard or home. If walking your dog outside of your property, ensure the dog is on a leash at all times, as required by Carlton city ordinance.
When dogs run loose, it takes Carlton Police Department time and resources to contain and reunite the dog with its owner. Dogs running at large also create a significant safety concern to the public, as evidenced by previous incidents where loose dogs attacked people and other animals in Carlton.
Due to these factors, owners of dogs running at large will, in most cases, be issued a $265 citation for ORS 609.095 Dog as Public Nuisance. Additionally, if the dog is not licensed with Yamhill County, the dog owner will be subject to a $265 citation for failing to license the dog, per ORS 609.100 Dog Licenses, Tags and Fees.
✅ Dog licenses help reunite lost pets with their families
✅ Dog licenses ensure that vaccinations are up to date
✅ It’s required by law
✅ Licensing supports vital animal services in our area
Please take a moment to check your fences and gates to ensure your dog cannot escape — There have been numerous recent incidents of dogs running at large. Even the friendliest pup can get into trouble when unsupervised.
Let’s work together to keep our pets safe and our neighbors comfortable. Thank you for being a responsible pet owner!
For information on how to license your dog with Yamhill County, please visit: https://www.yamhillcounty.gov/1458/Dog-Licensing
We’re excited to invite you to be part of something meaningful and lasting in the heart of Carlton our “Great Little Town”!
The city is enhancing our “Welcome to Carlton” signs at each of our main entrances—those first glimpses that greet visitors, neighbors, and future friends. These signs represent more than just boundaries; they’re a symbol of the warmth and small-town charm that make Carlton a truly special place to live, work, and visit.
To bring this vision to life, we’re inviting local businesses and organizations to become a sponsor at $1,500 the first year. Your support will help us design and maintain beautiful, welcoming landmarks—and your name will be featured prominently, showing your investment in our shared community.
Why Join Us?
• Be Seen – Your logo will be prominently displayed year-round on the welcome sign and highlighted in city communications.
• Strengthen Community – Be part of a project that uplifts our shared spaces and creates a warm and lasting impression for all who pass through.
• Celebrate Carlton – Show your love for the community and your role in shaping its future through civic partnership and local leadership.
This is more than a sponsorship; it’s a chance to stand with fellow community champions and celebrate what makes Carlton shine. We’d love to connect about this opportunity or other options of sponsorship that together can uplift and beautify our town.
Please reach out with any questions or let us know a convenient time to chat about this opportunity.
Thank you for being a vital part of Carlton’s story. Together, let’s create a welcome as beautiful and heartfelt as the community itself.
The State of Oregon requires that all installed backflow devices be tested annually to insure they are in working order. Every property owner connected to city water is responsible for hiring a certified backflow tester and submitting their test results to the City of Carlton no later than October 31st every year.
If you are unsure if you have a backflow or are not sure when it was tested, you can contact our office: 503-852-7575. More information is available on our website HERE.
June
- 6/19- City offices closed in observance of Juneteenth
- 6/24- Municipal Court at 3pm
- 6/27 & 28- Carlton Fun Days!
July
- 7/1- Joint Council Planning Commission meeting @6pm
- 7/4- City offices closed in observance of Independence Day
- 7/9-7/10- City wide Hydrant flushing 8am-5pm
- 7/12-13- Porklandia event in downtown Carlton
- 7/14- Possible Joint meeting #3
- 7/29- Municipal Court at 3pm
- YCTC has Spring sport sign-ups! Check it out here: Yamhill Carlton Together Cares | non profit | Yamhill, OR, USA
- The Carlton Business Association has events scheduled this Spring. Check out their website to mark your calendar! Calendar of Events | Carlton Business Association
- The McMinnville library has many activities too. See their flyers or visit thier website for more info. More info here: Library | McMinnville Oregon