News from the Board the week of Dec. 6, 2021
A snapshot of County Commissioner activities and appearances this week
Text message campaign to alert Multnomah County residents of eviction prevention resource
About 370,000 residents are expected to receive the text over several days. It is part of a multi-pronged effort to help people avoid eviction by sharing information about how to get urgent help.
Multnomah County Health Department report recommends transitioning away from gas stoves over health concerns
Children living in homes with gas stoves are 42% more likely to experience asthma symptoms; report recommends switching to electric alternatives when replacing gas appliances
Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care - Further Learning Resources
Trauma, Resilience and Self-Care for Assertive Engagement
Citing strength & resilience, Board proclaims Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as Latine Heritage Month
The measure calls upon all residents to celebrate the history and recognize the contributions of Latines to our community, state, and nation.
Changes to OIS Certifications Affect New Applicants and Recertification
Changes to OIS certifications put new responsibilities onto course applicants. These changes do not affect current OIS certification, but it will affect you when you get recertified.
Announcing new Good Government Hotline features
Nov. 12-18 is International Fraud Awareness Week. We're launching enhancements to the Good Government Hotline to make it easier than ever to report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse of position.
FAQs for Transit TRP
Frequently asked questions regarding the Transit Transportation Reimbursement Plan
Wood Burning Restrictions
Check before you burn! It is illegal to use wood stoves or fireplaces on days when poor air quality is forecast.
Payment Information and Remit Address
COBRA payment information and remit address.
Continued Care Supervision
START/MCJRP - Continued Care Supervision is a formal Probation/Parole/Post-Prison Supervision that tracks one's formal supervision to completion after one has completed the START or MCJRP Program.
About County Bridges
We are bridge operators, maintenance workers and engineers who manage and maintain six Willamette River Bridges and 22 smaller bridges elsewhere in the county.
S.T.A.R.T. - Success through Accountability, Restitution and Treatment
S.T.A.R.T. is an intensive drug court for medium-high risk/high need property crime offenders.
Multnomah County Small Office Property Survey
Multnomah County’s Department of Assessment and Taxation is conducting a rental and expense survey for office properties located within Multnomah County.
Advisory committee for Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel Transportation System Plan Update to meet on April 9th
The Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel Community Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Sauvie Island Grange for a meeting focused on transportation planning.
Sight #12 Multnomah Falls
The most famous of our falls, this natural wonder shared it's name with the county.
Food should be discarded if you've been in Portland's power outage
The rule regarding power outages is: if you have had no power for four hours, all your 'refrigerated' potentially hazardous foods should be discarded immediately.
Geographic Information System (GIS)
Our mission is to make effective and efficient Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and resources available to all Multnomah County Divisions that complement and extend the capabilities of Multnomah County services and regional GIS services and products.
CDBG Advisory Board Public Hearing
During this public hearing, the Policy Advisory Board will make CDBG funding decisions for Program Year 2018-19.
Addiction Prevention
Find information, support or access to resources and treatment for alcohol or drug use.
East County Forum: Food Access
May's East County Forum will be held virtually and will focus on food access during the COVID-19 pandemic.
East County Forum: Justice Reform Roundtable
September's East County Forum will be held virtually and will feature a panel focused on justice reform.
Advisory Committee on Sustainability & Innovation Accepting Applications for New Members
The Advisory Committee on Sustainability and Innovation (ACSI) is currently recruiting for several new ACSI members.
East County Issue Forum: Renter Relations Program
June's East County Issue Forum will focus on the new Multnomah County Renter Relations Project.
Most Multnomah County services paused Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day
Normal business hours will resume Thursday, Nov. 12