Board schedules Oct. 10 vote on food cart pod oversight
Ordinance would address public health concerns at pods, fill void in regulations
May 8 open house on future use of Central Courthouse and Gladys McCoy Building
The public is invited to an open house on Tuesday, May 8 from 5 pm to 6:30 pm at the Multnomah County Boardroom regarding the future use of the county’s Central Courthouse and Gladys McCoy Building.
Board honors those lost to violence on Trans Day of Remembrance
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury and County Commissioner Jessica Vega Pederson led a moment of silence Nov. 19 for the 36 known transgender individuals who lost their lives in 2020 to violence.
What Transportation Does
We maintain bridges and roads, the County Surveyor’s office and a transit program for areas lacking fixed routes.
Brim-Edwards Weekly Update - 24/7 Sobering & Crisis Stabilization Center Briefing to Mayor and Portland Metro Chamber
Continued reading from 2.7.25 Weekly Update article.
Notice of Measure Referral - Mount Hood Community College District - May 2025
NOTICE of Measure Referral
Information for Voters - Multnomah County Elections
Registration • Ballot Tracking and Replacements • Official Ballot Drop Sites • and more
Volunteer with Multnomah County Emergency Management
Interested in volunteering with us? Read about volunteer and internship opportunities at Multnomah County Emergency Management (MCEM).
Voter Registration Records
County records of voter registrations have been maintained since 1908. The County Records Management and Archives Program maintains canceled voter registration records beginning with 1908.
Adult Services Division Records
The mission of the Adult Services Division is to enhance public safety and promote improvements in offender behavior through integrated probation and parole supervision.
What to Do After Somebody Dies
How to report a death, make final arrangements and get their belongings.
Give Your Input
If you would like to provide your input, ask questions, or learn more about the county's work, there are many ways you can reach your commissioners and get involved.
COBRA FAQs
About COBRA coverage, participation and costs.
COVID-19 Information For Adult Care Home Providers
Updated requirements for adult care homes, including vaccines, masks, isolation protocol, reporting COVID-19 cases and more.
From the Archives: Cooling centers serve hundreds during August heat wave; outreach connects scores more to supplies, resources and information
After 4 days of excessive heat, daytime cooling centers did not reopen Aug. 17, as temperatures and heat risk dropped. Cooling centers, spaces and other resources were open throughout the heat event.
‘Your ballot is safe’: Elections addresses voter questions about safety and security after ballot box arson incident
“We have multiple systems and security measures in place to ensure your ballot is safe,’’ Director Tim Scott said. “Your Elections team is working hard to make sure that every vote counts.”
Change Your Benefits
Information on how to make changes to your County Benefits in Workday.
Family Changes (removing a dependent)
How to end coverage for enrolled dependents who lose eligibility (divorce or end of domestic partnership, dependent gained own coverage, death, etc.).
CDC confirms Central Catholic student died of meningococcal bloodstream infection
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported late Friday that Central Catholic High student Jacob Parkhurst died of meningococcal disease.
Health Department Internships
Learn about internship opportunities at the Health Department.
E. Larch Mountain Road temporarily open before the start of construction
E. Larch Mountain Road in the Columbia River Gorge is now temporarily open before construction begins for a paving and repair project next month.
Change Center Retention Schedule (ASD7 & ASD8)
The Change Center works to increase positive outcomes for justice-involved adults, offering GED- and job-prep, along with classes and groups that support personal growth.
Multnomah County Department of Community Justice warns of scam
Some people on probation or parole are receiving calls from perpetrator(s) demanding: payment for fees, fines or restitution, asking for personal credit card information and threatening arrest.
Multnomah County presents 2022 Volunteer Awards as Board celebrates National Volunteer Week
The event—sponsored by the Office of Community Involvement— honors and acknowledges County volunteers, and recognizes their outstanding contributions to the County’s programs and services.
In building donated by developer, nonprofit opens family winter shelter in ‘lightning-fast time’
The shelter will provide nighttime accommodations from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. daily through April 30, 2019. The Joint Office is funding the shelter as part of its annual commitment to add seasonal beds.