Chair Jeff Cogen
Multnomah County News and Events
County CROPS update: Check out our new blog
August 09, 2010
County CROPS has a new blog! For photo updates, recipes, and CROPS farmer profiles, visit web.multco.us/crops.
Chair takes an emissions-free test drive
August 05, 2010
Chair Cogen took the all-electric 2010 Nissan Leaf for a spin on August 5. The zero-emissions car goes on the market in Oregon in December 2010. The Nissan Leaf is the wheeled ambassador of the EV project, an initiative to develop the infrastructure needed to power electric cars.
Clean Energy Works program takes on the challenges of energy efficiency in Portland and beyond
August 02, 2010
With the help of $2.5 million in federal stimulus funds, Clean Energy Works Portland will provide homeowners with home energy retrofits through low-cost, long-term loans.
Multnomah County Commissioners approve additional funding for ongoing Kyron Horman investigation
July 22, 2010
This morning, the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners committed to making sure the District Attorney’s office and the Sheriff’s Office have the resources they need for normal operations while they continue to search for Kyron Horman. Kyron, a seven-year-old Northwest Portland boy, has been missing since June 4.
Animal House Adoption Party on Saturday, July 31!
July 20, 2010
Multnomah County Animal Services will don togas and go Greek with hopes of finding homes for 40 cats and dogs. The party, which goes from 11 am to midnight at the Troutdale shelter, will feature live music, dj's, food and games.
Residents will vote on six charter revisions this November
July 19, 2010
A citizen committee has proposed six amendments to the charter, the county's guiding document. This November voters will decide on the amendments, which include changes to election policy and library funding.
MultCo Launches New Sustainable Purchasing Policy
July 06, 2010
Multnomah County has implemented a new Sustainable Purchasing Policy that strengthens fiscal responsibility, environmental stewardship and social equity in county procurement practices.
Summer Food Service Program kicks off June 25
June 23, 2010
Partnerships between Multnomah County, Portland Public Schools, the Oregon Hunger Task Force and others make free lunches available to children and teens during the summer.
Health Dept. to host info session about new Rockwood Health Center
June 17, 2010
Commissioner Diane McKeel and Health Department Director Lillian Shirley will speak about the new clinic in Rockwood.
Crisis Assessment and Treatment Center moves forward
June 17, 2010
Construction on a new facility for people experiencing a mental health crisis will begin this summer after Chair Jeff Cogen signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Multnomah County and the city of Portland. The Board of County Commissioners approved the MOU today which outlines each government’s responsibilities for the project.
Multnomah County bridges’ guardian angel Tony Lester is retiring
June 16, 2010
Bridge Maintenance Supervisor Tony Lester is retiring after nearly 35 years working in transportation.
Passport Acceptance Office to move July 1
June 14, 2010
The office where residents apply for passports is moving to the Multnomah Building.
Donations sought for Kyron Horman search team members
June 10, 2010
Provisions most needed include: bottled water, sports drinks, juice, trail mix, jerky, energy/protein bars, and nuts.
Multnomah County Commissioners adopt FY 2011 budget
June 10, 2010
Multnomah County Commissioners, facing a tenth successive year of cuts, adopoted a lean budget which protects vulnerable residents.
Social media matchmaking: It’s puppy love for Annie and Chuck
June 09, 2010
Multnomah County Animal Services demonstrates the connection capabilities of social media.
Improved 223rd Avenue reopens with a street party
June 07, 2010
The completion of one of the county's largest improvement projects in history was celebrated on June 2.
PDX Bridge Festival gears up for Hawthorne Bridge Centennial
June 07, 2010
PDX Bridge Festival planners took a tour of the Hawthorne Bridge in preparation for the upcoming summer fest.
Italian Heart: A sweetheart of a tomato
June 07, 2010
A tomato with a special story tastes even sweeter.
Multnomah County to participate in ReUse Week 2010 (Slideshow)
June 07, 2010
Multnomah County, the City of Portland, and the ReUse PDX coalition are putting on this joint project that emphasizes reuse.
Multnomah County is "Putting Prevention to Work" to help fight chronic diseases
June 04, 2010
The $7.5 million grant from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will fund local efforts to increase physical activity, improve nutrition and decrease overweight/obesity rates.