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.
Preschool for All Quick Links
An overview of key webpages to help you navigate the Preschool for All website.
Workers' Compensation Program
By law, Oregon employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance or be self-insured.
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.
JANUARY 7, 2022: Juvenile Services Division (JSD) continues to receive notification of individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19
Since mid-December 2021, there have been 14 positive COVID-19 cases at the Juvenile Services Division.
A message from Deputy Chief Operating Officer Travis Graves: New Permanent Oregon OSHA Rules promote heat illness prevention and protection from wildfire smoke
A message from Deputy Chief Operating Officer Travis Graves: New Permanent Oregon OSHA Rules promote heat illness prevention and protection from wildfire smoke
What to Know About Measles
Learn more about the ongoing measles outbreak in Oregon. Getting vaccinated can protect yourself and loved ones.
Preschool for All FAQs
General information and frequently asked questions about Preschool for All
Domestic Violence Unit Retention Schedule (DA3)
Domestic Violence Unit Retention Schedule (DA3)
Burnside Bridge closed Saturday for Rose Parade
Burnside Bridge will be closed on Saturday from 7 am to 2 pm for Rose Parade. Drawbridge openings this week for Rose Fleet arrival and departure.
Advisory committee to meet July 15 on Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel plan
Advisory committee to meet July 15 on Sauvie Island/Multnomah Channel plan
Handwashing
How and when to wash your hands if you work in a commercial kitchen or sell food.
Unknown person may have accessed some EASA client details
Unknown person may have accessed some client information for EASA clients in 2015, 2016.
Statement by Chair Deborah Kafoury on vaccine mandate exemption for law enforcement, parole and probation officers
Chair Kafoury calls on state to require vaccinations of local law enforcement and parole and probation officers.
NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Medical Examiner's Office seeks public's help in identifying man found dead in Southeast Portland wildlife refuge area
The Medical Examiner's Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a man found dead June 27 in the wildlife refuge area in Southeast Portland known as Beggars Tick.
JSD Detention Alternatives
This program allows some pre-adjudicated, at-risk youth who might normally be housed in detention, to remain in community placements or at home while awaiting their trial.
Air quality guidance during heat and smoke
County residents urged to take precautions due to elevated heat and wildfire smoke
The 2012 State of the County address has been rescheduled for March 23
Dear Friends,As you may or may not have heard, I was unable to deliver my annual State of the County address originally scheduled for Feb. 17, due to a death in my family....
3rd Annual African American Program Awards Banquet Honors Success
On Friday, October 4th the Department of Community Justice (DCJ) hosted the 3rd annual African American Program (AAP) Awards Banquet at the Miracles Recover Center in NE Portland. The eve...
Build a Kit - Week 3
Welcome to Week 3! The shopping items this week are similar to Week 1, but remember that you should have at least 3 days of supplies for each person, and we are only shopping for a day of supplies...
Expect traffic delays on N.E. Marine Drive due to abandoned semi blocking eastbound lane
TRAFFIC ALERT: Expect traffic delays on N.E Marine Drive due to an abandoned semi-truck blocking the eastbound lane. The semi is between N.E. Blue Lake Road and the N.E. 223rd Avenue overpass.
Flood Hazard Regulation Changes
We are required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to add new requirements to our Flood Hazard Zoning Overlay Regulations.
DCJ Domestic Violence Unit Joins National Sweep Resulting in 14 Arrests
On October 12, 2010, parole/probation officers in the Domestic Violence Unit of the Department of Community Justice took part in a multi-agency domestic violence sweep which resulted in 62 field co...