SNAP for College Students
Students 18-49 who attend higher education at least half time may be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly food stamps).
About DCHS
The DCHS vision is that every person, at every stage of life, will have equitable opportunities to thrive.
'A real impact on real human beings': Advocates warn tax bill would gut affordable housing
Home Forward, the public housing authority serving Multnomah County, could lose close to $200 million in funding that would affect close to 1,800 units.
Home for the Holidays: Pet adoption fees match the date in December
Beginning Dec. 1, adoption fees for all pets 6 months or older will match the date. That means on Dec 1 , a family can take home a pet for $1. On Dec. 2, the fees will cost just $2.
County jails go green, save money through new Sustainable Jail Project
Multnomah County has already saved $400,000 at the county’s two jails, thanks to a joint project by the Sheriff’s Office and Office of Sustainability.
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.
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.
Chair Vega Pederson's July Newsletter
JVP’s July Newsletter, 2023
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
SALLIE LA VALLEY
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.
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.
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.
November 5, 2002 - Measure No. 26-36
November 5, 2002 - Measure No. 26-36
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.
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.