Frequently Asked Questions for the County Surveyor's Office
Common questions and concerns, and link to a few helpful resources.
Resources for volunteers serving as public officials
County volunteers are public officials and are expected to follow Oregon laws, county-wide policies, and program-specific rules.
School-Based Mental Health
Mental health services at schools for children and teens.
Ballots postmarked on Election Day now count; Vote-By-Mail system remains a reliable, trusted and accessible system
Thanks to the passage of House Bill 3291, also known as the “postmarks” bill, Oregonians now have more time to mail back their ballots, with prepaid postage.
Multnomah County Elections Director Tim Scott selected as Oregon Association of County Clerks president
After serving as OACC’s secretary, treasurer, and vice president, Scott was nominated by a leadership selection committee and unanimously voted to serve as president by 36 voting members.
Board considers resolution to keep manufactured housing affordable
The resolution could benefit all manufactured home owners squeezed by rising property values.
Auditor McGuirk's August 2020 Newsletter
Read the Auditor's August newsletter and learn more about the work of the Auditor's office.
Board approves new “long span” Burnside Bridge
Multnomah County Commissioners recommended that a new Burnside Bridge with long spans be built to ensure the bridge can be usable after a major earthquake.
NEWS RELEASE: Joint Office on target to meet or exceed its FY 2024 Supportive Housing Services Measure spending goals
Spending for first three quarters of FY 2024 exceeds entire FY 2023; 10-year forecasting shows spending will exceed revenue by FY 2027
Tips to help remember passwords
Page of tips and resources for remembering passwords
Multnomah County’s Community Supported Agriculture Program Adjusts to Meet COVID-19 Needs
During the COVID-19 pandemic, our partners at Beyond Black CDC and Mudbone Grown were able to help provide fresh produce and additional resources to community members in East County
DCHS Community Budget Advisory Committee
At the Department of County Human Services, our CBAC helps ensure that community needs and priorities inform the department’s planning and budget decisions.
Board approves first reading of ordinance banning “pay-per-view” autopsies in Multnomah County
The ordinance makes it unlawful to accept payment or other compensation for displaying human remains, with exceptions for medical or educational purposes and funerals.
Frequently Asked Questions Paid Parental Leave
Multnomah County now offers 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible County employees. Here is a list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Board and department leaders review proposed $89 million COVID-19 response
The proposed budget addresses the pandemic in the year ahead and its lasting impact on the economy, food access, social services and housing.
Shelter and Homeless Services
Shelter and Homeless Service available in the Multnomah County Area
Hearings set for Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel Rural Area Plan update
Public hearings have been scheduled on February 2, March 2, and March 16 for an update of the Sauvie Island and Multnomah Channel Rural Area Plan.
Press release: Help find this injured dog
Multnomah County Animal Services is seeking help from the public to find an injured dog.
Voters’ Pamphlet Filing Fees in Multnomah County - May 2016 Primary Election
Voters’ Pamphlet Filing Fees in Multnomah County - May 2016 Primary Election
Forms, Templates and Resource Documents for Partners
Forms, tools, templates and resources for contractors of Youth and Family Services Division
Helfrich appointed to Oregon House District 52 vacant seat
Former Portland Police Sergeant Jeff Helfrich has been appointed to the Oregon House of Representatives by Clackamas, Hood River, and Multnomah county commissioners.
Delayed start to immunization clinic on School Exclusion Day
day’s clinic is now scheduled for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the East County Building
Commissioner Vega Pederson, Elders in Action to host Oct. 28 Senior Resource Fair
The Senior Resource Fair is Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Midland Library.
East County Forum: Re-Opening Multnomah County
June's East County Forum will be held virtually and will focus on re-opening Multnomah County.
Community partner at Juvenile Services tests positive for COVID-19
Community partner at Juvenile Services tests positive for COVID-19. Anyone potentially affected will be notified by public health.