About DCHS
The DCHS vision is that every person, at every stage of life, will have equitable opportunities to thrive.
Apply for Multnomah County Library’s Bond Oversight Committee
The Bond Oversight Committee is a new committee that will review progress on the library bond approved by voters in November 2020.
New Health Department headquarters architectural design unveiled
The Multnomah County Health Department is finally getting a new headquarters that will be designed to meet its changing needs.
March 13, 2001 - Parkrose School District - Director, Position #5
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Fishing Tournament on the Willamette River
Fish on! Win prizes and learn more about which fish from our river are safe and unsafe to eat.
NEWS RELEASE: As Nov. 5 deadline approaches, get familiar with ranked-choice voting; Elections shares ballot basics and a sample results page
Extended hours available right now at both Multnomah County voter services locations, in Southeast Portland and Gresham, for voters who need additional assistance
Youth Facing Arrest and the Courts: Legal Proceedings
The only real different between juvenile and adult court is that there are no jury trials in juvenile court. Like adult court, juvenile cases always take place in a courtroom.
Archives FAQ
What's the oldest record in the Archives? Where is the Archives? Do I have to pay to use the Archives? Discover the answers to these and other questions.
Multnomah County ADA Grievance Procedure
This Grievance Procedure is established to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA").
Town Hall: Supporting Maternal Mental Health
Learn practical ways to support mental health and help families flourish throughout their parenting journey. Free.
Multnomah County Commission for Economic Dignity
MCCED is the community action board for federal anti-poverty programs in Multnomah County.
Behavioral Health Advisory Council
Volunteer to make recommendations about our behavioral health services.
Stormwater Master Plan
Help us gather information on our stormwater system to create our first Stormwater Master Plan.
November 5, 2002 - Measure No. 26-36
November 5, 2002 - Measure No. 26-36
Road and Bridge Service Request App
Use the SeeClickFix app for Multnomah County road service requests.
NEWS RELEASE: The Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election is coming up!
The next election in Multnomah County is the Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election. This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
No apartment should sit unoccupied: Joint Office launches Move-In Multnomah
Move-In Multnomah offers landlords a series of newly available incentives and supports, alongside a promise to rapidly connect those landlords to community service providers and their clients in need.
Adult Care Home Operator and Manager Trainings
Adult care home operators, resident managers and shift managers must complete trainings and tests before applying for their roles. Other trainings are required within one year of role approval.
Residents share 2020-2021 budget priorities with Board at second virtual hearing
More than 70 residents shared their priorities for Multnomah County’s fiscal year 2021 budget with the Board of County Commissioners at the second and final public budget hearing on May 27.
Election Day information in Multnomah County: Ballots due by 8 p.m., or mailed and postmarked by Nov. 7, 2023, to be counted
About 3,000 voters who live in these districts received a ballot for this election. Ballots were mailed to voters on Oct. 18.
Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) Program
The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Program provides trained volunteers to help people with Medicare make informed health insurance decisions.
Five-year budget forecast mostly unchanged amid stubborn inflation, hot labor market
The Budget Office offered updates on expected revenue collections for the current fiscal year while also providing a revised forecast for the County’s budget over the next five years.
Flip the Script
"Many of our graduates and clients are now involved in public safety reform work and meeting with elected officials in Salem," said Billy Anfield, Flip the Script Advocacy Coordinator.
Board cancels public hearing after Legislature raises sales age for tobacco to 21
After the Oregon Senate approved raising the sales age of tobacco to 21 in Oregon, Multnomah County has cancelled a scheduled public hearing July 13 to do the same.
INFOGRAPHIC: 11 ways SNAP, formerly food stamps, can help you
SNAP, formerly called food stamps, can help you save money in many ways you might not know about.