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About Us

The mission of DCS is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard.

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Fabian Jimenez standing in a bridge control tower with the river and other bridges in the background.

College to County Mentorship

The Bridge Section's Fabian Jimenez talks about how the College to County Mentorship Program put him on the path to an engineering career with the county.

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Complaints

How to register complaints about DCS programs or services

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Contact Us

Contact the Department of Community Services

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DCS Administration

Department of Community Services Administration - Director's Office

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DCS Mission, Vision and Values

Department of Community Services: Inclusive community. Accessible services.

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Department of Community Services

See DCS

Videos about the programs and services within the Department of Community Services

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Tyler Kunter creates a sign in his sign-fabrication workshop.

VIDEO: Sign Fabricator Tyler Kunter, the county’s most well-read employee

Meet the county’s sign fabricator, Tyler Kunter. Watch Tyler create signs in his Gresham workshop and install them in the field.

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Interpretation Services

Customers may request language or sign language interpretation at any DCS location.

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