FAQ: Tuberculosis Exposure and Steps to Take
Answers to frequently asked questions about a potential tuberculosis exposure at Lane Middle School
Portland Water Bureau Filtration and Pipelines Project
Portland Water Bureau's land use application to allow a new water filtration facility on SE Carpenter Lane and related improvements.
Why is there an appraiser at my house?
County appraisers may come by to determine the value of your property. Learn more about why an appraiser might visit and what to do if one does.
Public Library
Multnomah County Library is a premier library system and Oregon's largest public library, serving nearly one-fifth of the state's population.
Multnomah County and Metro Launch Supportive Housing and Preschool For All Tax Programs
Multnomah County and Metro have launched two new tax programs for the greater Portland community that will help fund housing services and establish a tuition-free preschool program
Seniors, people with disabilities at risk in high heat
Hot weather can be hard on seniors and people with disabilities. As we get older, bodies have a tough time managing heat. Medications, limited mobility and isolation can also make people suffer.
Hang out. Mess around. Geek out. At Rockwood Library
Rockwood Library is planning a grand opening this spring for its innovative teen technology lab, or “makerspace.”
WATCH: no-cost violin classes for students are changing lives in Cully
A partnership between Bienestar de la Familia and Metropolitan Youth Symphony is bringing the gift of music to children in NE Portland’s Cully community.
The New Bridge and Interchange
The new Sellwood Bridge has a steel deck arch design, with three arches supporting the deck of the main river spans.
Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Community Task Force
Multnomah County is recruiting volunteers to serve on a Community Task Force for the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge project.
County board to vote on disposition process for Courthouse and McCoy Building
On April 19 Multnomah County’s Board of Commissioners will vote on whether to declare the county’s Central Courthouse and McCoy Building as surplus, beginning a process to dispose of both properties.
Sample Ballots - November 2019 Special Election
Sample Ballots - November 2019 Special Election
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
Volunteer with Multnomah County Emergency Management
Interested in volunteering with us? Read about volunteer and internship opportunities at Multnomah County Emergency Management (MCEM).
Information for Voters - Multnomah County Elections
Registration • Ballot Tracking and Replacements • Official Ballot Drop Sites • and more
Ebola 2014: No risk at Portland airport around child illness
A Portland child who was evaluated after vomiting on an incoming flight on Wednesday, Oct. 15, is at no risk of having Ebola. Health officials say there is also no risk to other passengers.
Medical Reserve Corps
How to volunteer and get involved with the Multnomah County Medical Reserve Corps.
Clinician Alert: Measles exposure August 2018
OHA has identified a confirmed case of measles in a traveler who may have exposed individuals in the Portland Metro region, Yamhill County, and Vancouver, WA.
Operations Support Retention Schedule (MCSO30)
Operations Support Retention Schedule (MCSO30)
Syringe Disposal
Find a used syringe? Learn how to safely pick them up and where to dispose of them.