County begins vaccinating adults in custody at Inverness Jail
About 100 people were vaccinated in the first wave, six weeks after County asked Governor to prioritize those in custody
‘A dignified space’: Services-focused Laurelwood Center marks milestone in County's evolving shelter system
With a built-in health clinic and commercial kitchen — and a focus on one-on-one engagement — the Laurelwood Center won’t just offer guests a shelter bed. It will offer them a path back to housing.
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County forms new partnership with Housing Connector
Program brings successful model of connecting people experiencing homelessness into housing
MEDIA ADVISORY: Board of Commissioners, Portland City Council hold joint briefing Oct. 8 to review progress on early milestones in Homelessness Response Action Plan
The Board of Commissioners will host the Portland City Council for their 4th joint meeting on homelessness in 13 months, an unprecedented cadence that speaks to improved relationships between the two.
An Open Letter to the Community on Recent Gun Violence
Words cannot adequately describe the immeasurable toll gun violence exacts on families and our community. As of March 8, 2021 there have been 278 shootings in the Portland region; 58 injury shootings,
Patrol Unit Series Descriptions (MCSO12)
Patrol Unit Series Descriptions (MCSO12)
Preschool for All
We connect 3 and 4 year olds in Multnomah County to free, culturally responsive, inclusive preschool.
November 2004 General Election - Measure No. 26-64
Multnomah CountyMeasure No. 26-64Referred To The Voters of Multnomah County by Initiative PetitionBALLOT TITLE
REPEALS 2004, 2005 COUNTY INCOME TAX...
Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (Russian)
План по борьбе со стихийными бедствиями
Back to their future: SUN helps students look forward to starting school
Sixth graders line up at their lockers at Ron Russell Middle School. Their fingers clumsily twist and turn the dial of the combination locks before them.
Experiences of adults with mental health conditions
Where we found problems with classification, discipline, and use of force, the effect was most pronounced for those who have mental health conditions.
Citing spirit of partnership, Board unanimously extends Joint Office contract with City of Portland
The 5-0 vote – which officially extends the contract through June 30, 2023 – came just a week after Portland City Council held its own unanimous vote to approve the extension.
School Linked Services Retention Schedule (OSCP7)
School Linked Services Retention Schedule (OSCP7)
County chair declares state of emergency, four severe weather shelters opening Jan. 28
Dangerously cold weather expected in Multnomah County starting Jan. 28, 2023
As state starts tracking seasonal influenza, health officials urge, don’t wait to get a flu shot
The uncertainty of COVID-19 means limiting the spread of influenza is more important than ever.
Public Health continues detailed investigation into Legionnaires’ Disease, relocates residents, checks with neighbors
The Multnomah County Health Department notified neighbors in the immediate vicinity of a North Portland apartment building where Legionnaires’ Disease has been detected
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.
Medical and Dental Plan Information
This page provides general information regarding Medical and Dental plans.
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.