Board issues statement on proposed change to federal public benefit rule
While the policy has not yet changed and a final ruling is still months away, we are aware of the profound fear the proposal has sparked. We are closely watching for further developments.
News release: Free Annual Aging Well Conference takes place Saturday, Oct. 20
Providers and community organizations will bring workshops and speakers to older adults
Influenza
Getting a flu shot is the best way to prevent the flu.
Construction Diversity and Equity Fund
The Construction Diversity Equity Fund (CDEF) promotes a local, diverse construction workforce and supports COBID-Certified businesses in the construction industry.
Evacuation zone shrinks as air quality improves downwind of five-alert scrap yard blaze
Residents between NE 72nd and NE 76th Ave, from Killingsworth to Alberta, still under evacuation orders
Evacuation lifted for N.E. Portland, air quality “all clear"
Authorities lifted all evacuation orders for N.E. Portland about 5 p.m. Tuesday, declaring “all clear’’ after repeated monitoring showed air quality had returned to healthy levels.
How It Works
The SUN Community School model works towards educational success for children, wrap around social and health services and enrichment and recreational opportunities.
Applications to serve on the Salary Commission due December 8, 2023
The Salary Commission sets the salaries for the County Chair, County Commissioners, and Sheriff, and the county-paid supplemental salary of the District Attorney.
Multnomah County Fire Defense Board Implements 2025 Summer Burn Ban
Hot, dry weather and increasing fire danger drive curtailment
Information for Voters Experiencing Housing Instability or Homelessness
You can register to vote even if you do not have a permanent residence address or are experiencing housing instability or homelessness.
Acknowledging climate anxiety this Mental Health Awareness Month
If you experience climate anxiety, you are not alone in sadness, anger, fear, apathy, or grief.
Commissioners Propose New Board Rules to Promote Transparent and Balanced Government
Commissioner Meghan Moyer (District 1) and Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon (District 4) have released for public comment revised board rules.
FOPPO
FOPPO contract bargaining update
August 11 Special Election - Letter to Voter
August 11 Special Election - Letter to Voter
Joint Office still adding 24-hour smoke shelter, works with community to help distribute KN95 masks
Just like during cold and severe weather, anyone seeking shelter or helping someone obtain shelter should call 211 to see if there’s shelter space available and to arrange transportation.
Sept. 12: Joint Office of Homeless Services offering 24-hour smoke shelter for 3rd day, distributing KN95 masks
Community members seeking shelter for themselves should call 211 to learn where space is available and to arrange transportation.
Multnomah County Employee Awards
Do you know a Multnomah County employee or team that goes the extra mile? Nominate them for an Employee Recognition Award today.
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury makes Juneteenth a paid County holiday
Saying we are in a moment of reckoning for our country’s systemic oppression of Black people, Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury today made Juneteenth an annual paid holiday for County employees.
Direct Impact on Community
The Multnomah Youth Commission continues to build working relationships and partnerships with local government agencies, school districts, and community based organizations.
Mid-County Lighting District wins the 2020 Employee Recognition Award for Sustainability
Commissioner Lori Stegmann announces the Multnomah County winner of the Sustainability Award, the Mid-County Lighting District.
Healthy Birth Initiative seeks donations for holiday gift drive
As the holiday season approaches, Healthy Birth Initiatives (HBI) is asking our community partners and neighbors to again help support the families in our program.Many people are not aware...
Medicare Enrollment Starts Oct. 15 and we can help
Multnomah County helps citizens get coverage through presentations and enrollment events
Southeast Health Center break-in compromises personal information of about 700 people
Patients notified of breach, offered free identity protection service
Wood Burning Exchange
Participating homeowners will receive a financial incentive for replacing their wood burning device.
Wood Smoke Pollution Advisory: People asked to not burn wood starting at noon today until at least noon tomorrow
The Multnomah County Health Department today issued a YELLOW air quality advisory asking people to avoid burning wood, starting at noon today, October 4th, 2021.