NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Animal Services resumes full operations; dog quarantine lifted
The 10-day quarantine has been officially lifted by the Oregon Department of Agriculture.
New agreement shifts Gateway Center for Domestic Violence to Multnomah County
The Gateway Center for Domestic Violence serves nearly 4,000 domestic violence survivors annually.
Office of Consumer Engagement
Brings the consumer voice into our behavioral health programs.
Board of County Commissioners proclaims October “Oregon Archives Month”
Multnomah County safeguards 1.2 million records, filling more than 55,000 cubic feet of space.
Oregon has logged more cases of measles in the past eight months than any year since ‘91
With school approaching, health officials urge parents to get kids up-to-date on vaccines
Multnomah County public safety partners announce expansion of Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion LEAD®
Multnomah County public safety partners are expanding a pilot project that provides people struggling with serious chronic drug addiction a chance to access social services and treatment.
Linda Weinman - 2018 Volunteer Awards
HILLTOP Award for Individual Achievement winner
NEWS RELEASE: Preschool for All opens hundreds of new mid-year seats
Preschool for All (PFA) today announced the beginning of its 2025 mid-year application period, adding hundreds of new, tuition-free preschool seats for the 2025-26 school year.
Clinician Alert: Infant Botulism Linked to Baby Formula (Updated)
Federal health officials are investigating an outbreak of infant botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart powered baby formula. Report any cases to public health.
What goes bump in the night? Don’t keep it a squeak-ret! Call County Vector Control and Code Enforcement!
What goes bump in the night? Don’t keep it a squeak-ret! Call County Vector Control and Code Enforcement!
Sunday, Sept. 13: Joint Office of Homeless Services offering 24-hour smoke shelter for 4th day; request out for supplies
Community members seeking shelter for themselves should call 211 to learn where space is available and to arrange transportation.
For the kids: Multnomah County seeks 10,000 child-sized homemade masks
The Emergency Operations Center team is asking for 6-by-6-inch and 7-by-7-inch child-size homemade cloth masks, specifically, in “unused and in good condition.”
Board of County Commissioners proclaims June "Elder Abuse Awareness Month"
The County’s experts on aging are reminding the public that now, more than ever, is a time to reach out to older loved ones.
East Multnomah County Visitor Development Fund issues grants to assist local hotels
The East Multnomah County Visitor Development Fund (ECVDF) is distributing $344,774 to 22 local hotels in East Multnomah County.
Early voter turnout breaks records; Multnomah County to certify November 3, 2020 General Election by November 23
Typically, 50 to 60 percent of the total ballots cast in an election are reported by 8 p.m. on Election Night in Multnomah County.
Delinquent Taxes & Liens
When do taxes become a lien on my property?
Clinic visits for flu-like symptoms reach highest levels since 2010
Here’s the latest news on the flu in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties:Clinic visits for people with influenza-like symptoms (fever, chills, body aches, sore throat and cough) have...
Summary PDF Results in Multnomah County - May 2022 Primary Election
Summary PDF Results in Multnomah County - May 2022 Primary Election
December, 2021: Four severe weather warming centers to re-open as rapidly changing forecast calls for overnight lows in the low 20s
Four severe weather warming centers, including the Oregon Convention Center, East Portland Community Center, Mt. Scott Community Center and Reynolds High School, will open at 7 p.m. Friday.
2023 NOFA for Master Leasing and Landlord Engagement
New Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS) Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Master Leasing and for Landlord Engagement.
Issues We Investigate
A brief overview of county code, permit requirements, and common code violations.
Commissioners Vega Pederson & Jayapal Convene Wood Smoke Policy Work Group
In July, Multnomah County Commissioners Jessica Vega Pederson and Susheela Jayapal convened the first meeting of a new wood smoke policy work group.
Chair Kafoury kicks off first meeting on new 2014 effort to end homelessness
Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury kicks off a comprehensive community effort to end local homelessness.
LEAD® pilot project aims to divert low-level drug offenders from jail to services
Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion LEAD® is a pre-booking diversion program that was developed in Seattle, WA in 2011 and has now been replicated in four other jurisdictions around the country.
Service and sacrifice: Board proclaims Nov. 11 Veterans Day in Multnomah County
“This holiday is a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve," said Commissioner Diane McKeel.