Feasibility Study
We spent two years evaluating alternatives for the Burnside Bridge to withstand a major earthquake, and determine what improvements are needed to extend the life of the bridge.
Follow-up on Multnomah County Animal Services Finances
Improvements made but pet licensing remains inefficient.
Year two data shows the Joint Office of Homeless Services is making progress in delivering Supportive Housing Services goals
In the second year of Supportive Housing Services implementation, the Joint Office housed 1,318 people.
Pet license fee increase to benefit Animal Services programs
Pet license fees in Multnomah County will increase later this summer, as a result of a resolution passed by the Board of Commissioners on July 1.
Board to vote on new Sauvie Island Bridge name recommendation from tribal leaders
The Bridge Renaming Council, a historic workgroup of tribal representatives, will present its recommended name for the Sauvie Island Bridge on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023.
County budget experts share five-year County budget forecast and optimism for long-term recovery, despite expected $9.2 million deficit in fiscal year 2022
In a Nov. 5 board meeting, Budget Director Christian Elkin and County Economist Jeff Renfro shared an updated five-year budget forecast with the Board of Commissioners.
Permitting a Driveway
A driveway permit is usually a requirement of a land use process or building permit.
November 5, 2019 Special Election
November 5, 2019 Special Election
Oregon State Domestic Partnership
Oregon's Domestic Partnership system for any couple.
From the archives: Joint Office will again open supply center to outreach teams, community groups to help share thousands of bottles of water during heatwave
As another heatwave hits, the Joint Office will work to provide bottles of water and other supplies to paid outreach workers, community volunteers and mutual aid groups.
Severe weather warming centers are open, community urged to watch out for those most vulnerable
Severe weather warming centers are open, community urged to watch out for those most vulnerable
Voting Instructions
Voting instructions for marking a ballot. Made a mistake? Learn how to correct it.
Workforce Training and Hiring Program & FAQs
The goal of the Workforce Training & Hiring Program is to increase the number women and minorities in the construction trades through apprenticeship opportunities on Multnomah County projects.
Mission of Supervision Program
The mission is achieved by bringing to bear the full compliment of resources, to contain & reintegrate persons convicted of sex crimes & who have been released to the community.
Child & Family Food Security Coalition
Addressing the root causes of food insecurity through policy discussions and outreach, elevating families’ voices, and coordinating efforts of our nonprofit and multi-jurisdictional coalition
Request Public Records From Transportation
Individuals, organizations, agencies, and/or businesses may request Multnomah County to provide copies of public records, including procurement and contract documents.
Request Public Records From Land Use Planning
Individuals, organizations, agencies, and/or businesses may request Multnomah County to provide copies of public records.
Request Public Records
Under Oregon’s Public Records law (ORS 192) any individual or organization may request that Multnomah County provide copies or access to written documents and materials.
Expect long and frequent bridge lifts during Fleet Week
Fleet Week, which begins the week of June 3, will impact several downtown Portland bridges maintained by Multnomah County and partner agencies.
Wendy Lear brings innovation and determination as co-interim Health Department director
As interim co-director for the Health Department Wendy Lear-- along with Vanetta Abdellatif -- is responsible for managing a $300 million budget and promoting the health of almost 800,000 Oregonians.
Black breastfeeding championed as Board proclaims Black Breastfeeding Week
REACH and Black Parent Initiative team up to train location consultants, advocate for parents in hospital systems
Reduced Supervision
The Reduced Supervision Team (RST) provides reduced direction and resources to adults who have been assessed as low risk to re-offend.
Join the Youth Violence Prevention Community & Youth Advisory Boards
The Youth Violence Prevention Community & Youth Advisory Boards are seeking new members.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY & PUBLIC HEARING: Program Year 2017-18 Community Development Block Grant Program
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the 2017-18 program year on activities related to federally funded housing and community development activities.
Adoption Records
Information about where to locate records related to adoptions.