Questions to Ask Preschools
Example questions to ask when choosing a preschool provider
Summer 2018 measles cases: frequently asked questions
What you need to know about what’s going on and how to protect yourself and your family.
Board of Commissioners protects tens of thousands of renters with local extension of COVID-19 eviction ban
Through Jan. 8, 2021, renters in Multnomah County cannot be evicted from their homes just because they can’t pay their rent.
Monday, Sept. 14: Joint Office of Homeless Services offers 5th day of smoke shelter; extends thanks amid ongoing call for supplies
Community members seeking shelter for themselves should call 211 to learn where space is available and to arrange transportation.
Tuesday, Sept. 15: Joint Office of Homeless Services offers 6th day of smoke shelter; supply donations remain welcome
Just like during cold and severe weather, anyone seeking shelter should call 211 first to see where space is available and to arrange transportation.
Service Learning Projects
Working with schools of all age levels exposed us to the continuum of support and involvement needed by each school, in order to successfully complete their projects.
Multnomah County and community partners work to get homeless families and children off streets
Niyelli Wright was just 4 days old when her mom, big brother and sister entered a Portland shelter for people who are homeless.
International Fraud Awareness Week: November 15-21, 2020
What do we mean when we talk about fraud? Here’s a primer on what fraud is, and what you can do to report it.
Current Employee Benefit Changes and Information
There are many life events that effect an employee's eligible benefits and their ability to add or remove dependents from coverage, change plans or remain in a medical plan.
Report Dead Birds
Report dead crows and jays in summer so they can be checked for West Nile virus.
Auditor McGuirk's December 2020 Newsletter
Read the Auditor's December newsletter and learn more about the work of the Auditor's office.
About the Health Officer
The Health Officer works with deputy health officers for Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties to align public health activities in the greater Portland-metro area.
2022 LPSCC Executive Committee Meetings
Meeting dates, agendas, and recordings
How to Become an Adult Care Home Resident Manager
Resident manager applicants must fulfill many of the same requirements as adult care home operators.
Mid-County Lighting Construction Permits
How to apply for a Construction Permit with the Mid-County Lighting District
Department of County Assets (DCA) General Schedule (DCAGEN)
General records retention schedule for the Department of County Assets
Board updated on Sheriff’s use of force policy as part of series of briefings to re-envision public safety
Currently, MCSOs use of force policy is under open review: a time frame when members of the public can provide input on the policy.
State of the County 2017: Profiles
A selection of people highlighted in Chair Kafouury's 2017 State of the County address.
Privacy Policy
Multnomah County respects your privacy. Read about the steps we take to ensure your data is kept safe.
Chair releases $2.81 billion “once in a generation” budget
American Rescue Plan and historic ballot measures drive new housing, preschool and library investments
Multnomah County Commission Redistricting Plan
Every ten years, the Auditor reapportions Multnomah County Commissioner districts based on the U.S. Census.
Multnomah Youth Commission celebrates 25 years serving the community
This year, the Multnomah Youth Commission is celebrating 25 years of serving the community.
2021 Annual Report
Read about work the Auditor's Office did on your behalf throughout 2021.
County, partners ready for the return of hot weather, prepare communities with early outreach and education
The County extracted key lessons from its hot- and cold-weather emergency responses over the past year
‘Clear common sense’: Board taps surplus funds to help 3,400 households avoid eviction, while accelerating work to help people leave streets for housing
The rent assistance infusion was among a handful of Joint Office budget adjustments, made possible by a mix of carryover funds and unexpectedly large tax collections from businesses and high earners.