UPDATE January 28, 2022: Multnomah County’s Juvenile Services Division (JSD) was notified of another employee who tested positive for COVID-19
The latest case brings the total number of Juvenile Services Division employees who have tested positive for COVID-19 to 27 in the past six weeks
Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 - Juvenile Services Division (JSD) notified of another employee who tested positive for COVID-19
This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases reported to the Juvenile Services Division to 23 (20 employees and 3 non-employes) since mid-December 2021.
Comprehensive Plan
The Multnomah County Comprehensive Plan is the county's land use mission statement.
Transportation Permit Applications
Permits for special use of roads and bridges in Multnomah County, including utility permits, film permits, special event permits and more.
Chair Jessica Vega Pederson releases FY2026 Executive Budget
The Multnomah County Chair's Executive Budget maintains areas of demonstrated progress, prioritizes people in highest need.
Multnomah County working to prevent nonpayment evictions as court cases rise
The update comes as tenants who applied for rent assistance in July approach the end of their 90-day eviction protections.
2021 Volunteer Award Honorees
These community members were honored as part of Multnomah County’s Office of Community Involvement 2021 Volunteer Awards.
What is a Disaster Resource Center?
Disaster Resource Centers are critical, temporary locations that are set up to respond to the needs of people in the community who are affected by a disaster or event such as severe weather.
Join the Friends of Multnomah County Shelter Animals Board of Directors and Support Committees
Friends of Multnomah County Shelter Animals is accepting applications for volunteers to serve on its board of directors and committees.
Openings on the Community Health Council
The CHC is a patient-majority board with openings for either Multnomah County Health Center patients or non-patient community members.
Overpayments and Refunds
Details for how a refund may be requested if the Division of Assessment, Recording and Taxation (DART) receives an overpayment on a property tax account.
Community Preschool Expansion Program (CPEP)
The Community Preschool Expansion Program (CPEP) will support community-based organizations (CBOs) to create new preschool programs.
VA Caregiver Program
Information and resources for those caring for Veterans in the home or community.
African American Program Celebrates Success
On Friday, October 5th, the Department of Community Justice (DCJ) hosted the 2nd annual African American Program (AAP) Awards Banquet at the Miracles club in NE Portland. The evening celebrated fo...
East County Forum: US Census
December's East County Forum will be held virtually and will focus on the impacts of the US Census.
Powerful Tool for Caregivers
Caring for someone with a chronic illness can be physically, emotionally and financially exhausting. This class will show caregivers how to balance their lives and connect with resources.
Public Hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) PY18 Annual Action Plan
Public testimony will be heard regarding funding priorities for activities related to federally funded housing and community development activities.
Become a volunteer advisory council member
Advisory councils play a key role in shaping the programs and services of the Aging, Disability, and Veterans Services Division. Apply now.
Sign up for Kindergarten before it's too late
It's time to sign up for kindergarten. If your child will be 5 on Sept. 1 - sign up now.
Utility, Phone, Internet & Furniture Assistance
Helpful utility assistance resources.
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.
Health Department reinstates mandatory wood burning restriction due to air pollution from wildfire smoke
Forecasts call for continuous wildfire smoke and poor air quality through the weekend and into early next week; Multnomah County requires people refrain from burning wood until advisory is lifted.
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury's statement on reports of attacks on LGBTQ community members
Bullying, hate speech and harassment of people who identify as LGBTQ is completely unacceptable.
Catastrophic Leave
The catastrophic leave program assists employees experiencing a medical leave in paid leave donations from other employees.
DCJ Joins Portland Pride Celebration 2011
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) joined the annual Portland Pride Celebration at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park on June 17th-19th, 2011. Officers in the bike patrol rode in the parade...