A New Chapter: Susan Myers takes over as human services director
When phone calls woke Susan Myers in the middle of the night, she heard distress on the other end, most of the time from women. I was beat up tonight. I was able to leave the house when he fell asl...
Board approves plans for Behavioral Health Resource Center
Building design, pre-construction, programming is underway for project slated to open in 2022
County Health Workers and Corrections Professionals work together to strengthen chances for re-entering inmates
Multnomah County’s HAT team is a collaboration between the Department of Community Justice and the Health Department.
I/DD Child Foster Care Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions during the I/DD Child Foster Care certification process.
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County will keep daytime cooling centers open Thursday, Sept. 5, and Friday, Sept. 6, as outreach and other support services continue
A dangerous late-season heat wave has prompted Multnomah County to open two daytime cooling centers Thursday and Friday from noon to 9 p.m., with extended hours also available at specific libraries.
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County reopening daytime cooling centers Friday, Sept. 6; community members urged to find cool indoor spaces
Cooler temperatures expected Saturday, but air quality concerns and continued heat pose risks to community members on Friday
Auditor McGuirk’s February 2025 Newsletter
Read Auditor McGuirk's February 2025 newsletter and learn more about the work of the Auditor's Office.
Board of Commissioners holds July proclamation signing
On July 9, 2025, the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners signed proclamations for Pride Month, Data Professionals Appreciation Day, and Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week.
NEWS RELEASE: Chair Jessica Vega Pederson declares state of emergency for dangerous heat; 3 cooling centers open at noon
Emergency takes effect at noon Monday, Aug. 11, as temperatures are forecast to potentially exceed 100 degrees
NEWS RELEASE: Three daytime cooling centers open again Tuesday, Aug. 12, after warm night and as dangerous heat lingers
All libraries will also be available for respite from the heat until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, as part of regular operations
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County keeps cooling centers open Sunday, Aug. 24, as cumulative heat increases risk
Two cooling centers remain open; three libraries extend hours on August 24, 2025
Medical and Dental Plan Information
This page provides general information regarding Medical and Dental plans.
Courtyard Café Catering Menu
A list of available items and prices for the Courtyard's catering services.
Sample Ballots - November 2020 General Election
Sample Ballots - November 2020 General Election
Project Phases
Phases of the Sellwood Bridge Replacement Project
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Board of Commissioners approves $3.96 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025
Spending plan reflects Chair Jessica Vega Pederson and Board of Commissioners’ commitment to improving conditions on the street and community safety
The trial process
Any case can result in a trial. This includes both misdemeanor and felony crimes.
Multnomah County Budget Process Audit: County needs better reporting on expenditures and more time for community involvement
Read our audit report to learn ways the county can improve transparency and community engagement in the budget process.
Transforming Justice project moves towards third phase of work
Transforming Justice project has completed two of the four phases and continues to work towards June 2022 completion.
Safety Rules
Safety rules for people working on Multnomah County's roads
DCM Director's Office Retention Schedule (F01)
DCM Director's Office Retention Schedule (F01)
NEWS ADVISORY: 1st-ever tri-county Point in Time Count will draw from enhanced data, including by-name lists
Integration is part of a larger effort to better coordinate services and collaborate regionally with shared information, guided by Metro’s Supportive Housing Services measure
County leaders work to get word out about gun violence restraining orders
The Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) allows the courts to temporarily prohibit someone from having guns or any deadly weapon if law enforcement officers or family members
New Community Engagement Specialist to bring more community voice, understanding and optimism to public safety system
In September, Rice joined the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council team. She’s charged with bringing more transparency and community voices to the public safety system in Multnomah County.
Board approves first reading of ordinance updating language, practice around Community Involvement Committee
Multnomah County commissioners on Nov. 29 approved the first reading of an ordinance to update County code on the Community Involvement Committee, the Office of Community Involvement, CBACs