Roosevelt High School's Rough Writers honor juvenile court counselor as local civil rights leader
As a juvenile court counselor for the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice, John H. Ashford has a daily impact on the lives of young people who have experienced trouble with the law.
Survivor-led, trauma-informed Victim and Survivor Services Unit provides critical services during COVID-19 pandemic
Unlike other parts of the criminal legal system, Multnomah County's Victim and Survivor Services Unit is led by survivors of domestic violence, trauma informed and centers the needs of victims.
Using a Commercial Kitchen - English
Learn how to find and join a commercial kitchen, and make the dream of running your own food business a reality.
Sample Ballots - November 2018 General Election
Sample Ballots - November 2018 General Election
Multnomah County Board approves ‘transformative’ $3.3 billion FY 2023 budget
Smart spending boosts homeless services, behavioral health and violence prevention efforts while building the libraries and preschools of the future
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury releases record $3.3 billion FY 2023 Executive Budget
Chair charts a historic pathway through COVID-19 to community transformation. Her $3.3 billion Executive Budget is an 18% increase from $2.8 billion in 2022.
Commissioner Susheela Jayapal hosts local, national experts for conversation on community solutions to violence
“Violence tears apart families, neighborhoods, and communities,” said Jayapal. “It has ripple effects that can continue for generations.”
Care for When It's Cold
Find the latest information on emergency shelters and enhanced street outreach — and how to volunteer if needed. Check out other tips and resources for how to stay safe during the winter months.
Recommendation Status Evaluation: The Library has implemented most of the audit recommendations, but employee concerns remain an issue
We consider the Library to have implemented seven of the recommendations from our 2023 Library audit, four recommendations to be in process, and one remaining recommendation to not be implemented.
I/DD Child Foster Care Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions during the I/DD Child Foster Care certification process.
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.
Board approves plans for Behavioral Health Resource Center
Building design, pre-construction, programming is underway for project slated to open in 2022
Courtyard Café Catering Menu
A list of available items and prices for the Courtyard's catering services.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
County chair declares state of emergency, four severe weather shelters opening Jan. 28
Dangerously cold weather expected in Multnomah County starting Jan. 28, 2023
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.