Catastrophic Leave
The catastrophic leave program assists employees experiencing a medical leave in paid leave donations from other employees.
Justice Fellowship Frequently Asked Questions
Questions asked about the Multnomah County Justice Fellowship
Mental health leaders brief board on crisis services in wake of deadly police shooting
Leaders from the Behavioral Health Division briefed the Board on the Mobile Crisis Program Tuesday, April 20, outlining the full scope of crisis services available to Multnomah County residents
NEWS RELEASE: Three Multnomah County cooling centers opening at noon, Sunday, July 7, and will reopen tomorrow, Monday, July 8
The cooling centers will stay open until 10 p.m. Sunday, and will reopen on Monday, July 8, at noon.
Chair Vega Pederson's June Newsletter Volume #2
JVP’s June Newsletter Vol. 2, 2023
Board of Commissioners celebrates third Proclamation Day of 2025, signing seven proclamations
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners signed seven proclamations on May 7, 2025.
Workers' Compensation Program
By law, Oregon employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance or be self-insured.
FY 2022 Board Budget Virtual Public Hearing #1
Multnomah County is hosting two virtual public hearings on the FY 2022 Budget.
FY 2022 Board Budget Virtual Public Hearing #2
Multnomah County is hosting two virtual public hearings on the FY 2022 Budget.
Committee to meet November 18 on Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel plan
The Sauvie Island / Multnomah Channel Community Advisory Committee will meet on Tuesday, November 18 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to review the draft Rural Area Plan narrative and policies.
Sauvie Island committee meets August 4 to review draft rural plan
Committee for Multnomah County’s Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel rural area plan meets Monday, August 4 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Grange Hall.
Only 3 days left to change or keep your health plan to get Jan. 1 coverage
Take action by Dec. 15 to change or keep your plan.
ARC Transition Services
ARC Transition Services Unit provides a comprehensive system of services designed to prepare, equip, and sustain an individual upon their release from jail or prison.
Upcoming Independence Day closure
Please note that many County services will be unavailable on Sunday, July 4 and/or Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day.
Reception Center open during downtown power outage
Multnomah County is operating a reception center at the Mead Building at 421 SW 5th Avenue until 9 pm today to assist individuals impacted by today’s power outage downtown.
Accessible Voting Options
Assistance for voters with disabilities: Get assistance and access supports in your home, at a hospital or care facility, or at the elections office.
Creating Beauty and Bounty at Juvenile Services
DCJ youth learn to garden and cultivate green spaces around the Juvenille Services Complex and in Portland's water parks.The gardening efforts first began when Juvenile Custody Services...
Music, games, dancing to celebrate healthy living in Northeast Portland Aug. 6
Looking for some fun with the kids that is also good for your health? Come to the Northeast Community Health Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 6.The free fair will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m...
Board of Commissioners seeks public testimony on 2019 budget
Three public hearing are schedule in lead-up to May 31 vote
East County Issue Forum: Emergency Planning
October's East County Issue Forum will focus on local and regional efforts to build emergency resilience and things you can do in your neighborhood and organizations to prepare.
Gallery Reception to Honor Veterans and Their Loved Ones Featured in ‘From War to Home: The Impact of Invisible Injuries’ Exhibit
The community and media are invited to join Multnomah County and VA Portland Health Care System on June 25, 2019 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a free gallery reception honoring Veterans.
Washington and Multnomah county commissioners to select Senate District 17 replacement
Oregon law requires that a legislative vacancy be filled by county commissioners representing the district in which the vacancy exists.
Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Services
Community services specifically for sexual minority youth and their families so that youth remain in or return to school.
Health Department Mission, Vision and Values
We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone.
Mothers, daughters (grandmothers, too): an enduring succession of multi-generational Health Department careers
While many have come through the Health Department over the years, these stories show the unique bond that family members who work at the County share with each other, the organization and their work.