Stark Street Bridge to remain closed for several months as County works on emergency repairs
Multnomah County is actively working with a contractor to design emergency repairs needed to reopen the Stark Street Bridge. The bridge is expected to be closed for several months.
NEWS ADVISORY: Severe weather shelters close Saturday, Feb. 15, after serving more than 920 people overnight
National Weather Service forecast does not meet City of Portland/Multnomah County thresholds for opening shelters
Construction starts next week on Stark Street Bridge retaining wall
TRAFFIC ALERT: Next week, construction begins on the north Stark Street Bridge approach. Expect traffic delays on the Historic Columbia River Highway.
Preschool for All FAQs
Frequently asked questions and answers about Preschool for All
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Multnomah County's Justice System
W. Haywood Burns Institute report provides an update on racial disparities in Multnomah County’s justice system, serves as a starting point for strategies to promote equity
Tri-County Standards
Tri-County standards for surveys and plats.
Auditor McGuirk's April 2021 Newsletter
Read the Auditor's newsletter and learn more about the work of the Auditor's Office.
Year Two of Supportive Housing Services: Case manager helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are experiencing homelessness
New position funded by the Supportive Housing Service Measure helps bridge gap for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are experiencing homelessness
Auditor McGuirk’s January 2024 Newsletter
Read Auditor McGuirk's January 2024 newsletter and learn more about the work of the Auditor's Office.
Multnomah County’s Department of Community Justice celebrates Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week, July 17-23, 2022
The Department of Community Justice includes more than 500 professionals – including probation and parole officers, juvenile court counselors, juvenile custody services specialists and more.
December, 2021: Ahead of the cold snap, prepare pets, livestock for a dip in temperatures.
Just as heat can cause various illnesses for pets without proper care, cold weather can also lead to serious health repercussions, including frostbite and hypothermia.
Capacity expands with five severe weather shelters set to open Jan. 29 at 8 p.m.
Additional site, plus a switch to a larger site in east County, help increase capacity to about 400 beds on Sunday, Jan. 29
Open enrollment still open! Sign up for health insurance at these Multnomah County events
The deadline for people to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act and Cover Oregon has been extended to April 30.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
RSV looks like a cold but can cause serious illness in babies and older adults. Learn ways to prevent it.
After boosting protections for elders, Board proclaims June 15 Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 15 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Multnomah County. Elder abuse is any form of mistreatment that results in harm, fear or loss in an older person.
Optional Long Term Care Insurance
Employees may enroll in Long Term Care insurance for themselves and their spouse or domestic partner. Eligibility is dependent on being non-represented or a member of a participating bargaining unit.
Primary Elections and Political Parties in Oregon
Major political parties hold primary elections to choose candidates to represent them. Voters who wish to vote for candidates in the major party must register 21 days before the Primary Election Day.
REACH Events
Learn about 2026 events by Multnomah County REACH and our partners.
Bed Bugs
How to prevent and control bed bugs.
Report Dead Birds
Report dead crows and jays in summer so they can be checked for West Nile virus.
NEWS RELEASE: Community invited to free 2026 Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Information and Resource Fair on Thursday, May 21
Multnomah County’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services Division invites community members — including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and careg
Juvenile Justice Steering Committee
The Juvenile Justice Steering Committee launched in 2025 and meets the 2nd Tuesday at noon.
Federal Response
This page outlines Commisioners Singleton's approach to the changes from the federal government
Intake & Eligibility
Multnomah County provides voluntary, individually focused care coordination and planning to children and adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.