Chair Kafoury stresses commitment, collaboration at Gresham Chamber of Commerce talk
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury led a diverse panel of county employees and services providers in a discussion on some of the core issues affecting East County on Jan. 6.
Board proclaims Sept.15 through Oct.15 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Multnomah County
The Board of County Commissioners met Thursday to proclaim Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month, with this year’s emphasis on healthy families.
Praise for housing investment at final budget hearing
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners held its final public hearing this week before it votes on the 2017 budget.
Disposal
As previously mentioned, whenever possible, try to purchase goods that can be recycled. Make sure that the label “recyclable” means it can be recycled in the local facilities available to Multnoma...
Funding the new Sellwood Bridge
With construction of the new Sellwood Bridge scheduled to begin in July 2012, Multnomah County is taking steps to eliminate the project’s $42 million funding shortfall. On June 16, the Board of Cou...
County leaders celebrate opening of community’s largest affordable housing development in 50 years
The 12-story building at N.E. Grand and Holladay will provide 240 affordable apartments. Thanks to County funding, 20 of those homes will be set aside for people who've experienced domestic violence.
Command Staff
The Command Staff includes the EOC Manager Public Information, the Liaison Officer, and the Safety Officer
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County launches $100,000 grant program to provide education on ranked choice voting (RCV) to East County voters
Multnomah County Elections today announced the launch of the 2026 Multnomah County Voter Education Fund, a new grant opportunity offering $100,000 total in funding in support of non-partisan voter edu
Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement: Online Open House
The Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) for Multnomah County’s Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project is now available for public review through June 13, 2022.
Military & Overseas Online Voters' Guide - November 2016 Election
The Military/Overseas Voters' Guide contains candidate statements and measure arguments submitted for inclusion in the Multnomah Co. Voters' Pamphlet for the November 8, 2016 General Election.
Military & Overseas Online Voters' Guide - May 2022 Election
The Military/Overseas Voters' Guide contains candidate statements and measure arguments submitted for inclusion in the Multnomah Co. Voters' Pamphlet for the May 17, 2022 Primary Election.
Flooding and Landslides
Anywhere it rains, it can flood. And landslides can occur anywhere in Multnomah County. Educate yourself, get insured, safeguard your possessions and prepare your home.
Commissioner Lori Stegmann, community members stress importance of 2020 census
Dozens of people gathered at Gresham City Hall on March 7, 2019 for the first in a series of critical informational and strategy meetings to get out the word about upcoming 2020 census.
Self-Advocacy Internship for Youth with Disabilities
Interested in self-advocacy? Want to get paid to learn new skills? Apply for our internship working on projects about disability justice and sexual health.
NEWS RELEASE: Voters cast ballot in November 4, 2025 Special Election
Final official election results will be certified by Dec. 1, 2025. The next scheduled election in Multnomah County is the May 19, 2026, Primary Election.
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Elections reminds voters that Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, is the voter registration deadline for the Nov. 5 General Election; Voting Center Express opens in Gresham
The voter registration deadline for new Oregon voters is Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. Make a plan today to register to vote or to check that you are registered to vote at your current address.
Measures and Petitions
Resource and information hub for placing local measures (referral, initiative, or referendum) or recall elections on the ballot, and filing local measure arguments in the County Voters' Pamphlet.
Food, rent and energy bill assistance program information
Accessing essential services such as Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, (SNAP) and other food resources, rent and energy bill assistance.
Multnomah County's Benefits Enrollment Program Goes Electronic: Thousands of Pages Saved
After a lot of hard work and creative thinking, there is now a system in place where a new employee doesn't have to print anything to enroll in their benefit programs.
The U.S. Postal Service Has Begun Delivering Ballots Today, April 29, 2020, for the May Primary Election
Multnomah County Elections encourages voters to stay home, stay safe and vote by mail.
February 2025 Newsletter
February Newsletter 2025
Organizing a Voter Registration Drive
What you need to know to organize a voter registration drive.
Ozone Pollution
Ozone is one of the six common air pollutants regulated by the federal government. In Multnomah County, ozone can reach unhealthy levels on hot sunny days.
Finance & Administration Section
The Finance Section provides accounting, time recording and cost analyses.
Part 2 Voters' Gude
The Military/Overseas Voters' Guide contains .pdf files of candidate statements, measures and measure arguments submitted for inclusion in the Multnomah County Voters' Pamphlet for the May 15, 20...