Multnomah County, OR
@multco.bsky.social
Multnomah County, Oregon provides 766,000 residents with various health and human services, public safety, and other government services.
Learn more at: multco.us
Learn more at: multco.us
💙 ❤️ Multnomah County’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Division just wrapped up its 2025 holiday toy drive — delivering gifts to about 240 families across the county. This year’s effort comes at a particularly challenging time as more families face hardship: youtu.be/gydGNDVsrx0
VIDEO: Multnomah County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division 2025 Holiday Toy Drive
YouTube video by Multnomah County Communications
youtu.be
December 24, 2025 at 7:55 PM
💙 ❤️ Multnomah County’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Division just wrapped up its 2025 holiday toy drive — delivering gifts to about 240 families across the county. This year’s effort comes at a particularly challenging time as more families face hardship: youtu.be/gydGNDVsrx0
📣 FOOD RESOURCES: While the demand is high for food, so is the outpouring of support. If you or someone you know needs food support this holiday season:
✔️Visit multco.us/food to find food resources.
✔️You can also call @211info.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_LcErVALdY
✔️Visit multco.us/food to find food resources.
✔️You can also call @211info.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_LcErVALdY
Multnomah County: Feeding families, helping the most vulnerable amid record-breaking food demand
YouTube video by Multnomah County Communications
www.youtube.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:02 AM
📣 FOOD RESOURCES: While the demand is high for food, so is the outpouring of support. If you or someone you know needs food support this holiday season:
✔️Visit multco.us/food to find food resources.
✔️You can also call @211info.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_LcErVALdY
✔️Visit multco.us/food to find food resources.
✔️You can also call @211info.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_LcErVALdY
📣 Ahead of a potential windstorm on Wednesday (Dec. 24), Multnomah County Road Maintenance reminds travelers:
📞 Call 911 for downed trees and road hazards. Never approach downed power lines. Steer clear of crews who are actively working and watch for falling debris: link.multco.us/road-hazards
📞 Call 911 for downed trees and road hazards. Never approach downed power lines. Steer clear of crews who are actively working and watch for falling debris: link.multco.us/road-hazards
December 22, 2025 at 11:22 PM
📣 Ahead of a potential windstorm on Wednesday (Dec. 24), Multnomah County Road Maintenance reminds travelers:
📞 Call 911 for downed trees and road hazards. Never approach downed power lines. Steer clear of crews who are actively working and watch for falling debris: link.multco.us/road-hazards
📞 Call 911 for downed trees and road hazards. Never approach downed power lines. Steer clear of crews who are actively working and watch for falling debris: link.multco.us/road-hazards
A friendly reminder: Most County offices — including @multcohealth.bsky.social, @multcolib.bsky.social & Animal Services — are closed on Christmas (Dec. 25) and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1). Some offices will close early on Christmas Eve & New Year’s eve. Details at: multco.us/news/2025-holiday-closures
2025 Holiday Closures
A friendly reminder that most Multnomah County offices will be closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day.
multco.us
December 22, 2025 at 6:41 PM
A friendly reminder: Most County offices — including @multcohealth.bsky.social, @multcolib.bsky.social & Animal Services — are closed on Christmas (Dec. 25) and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1). Some offices will close early on Christmas Eve & New Year’s eve. Details at: multco.us/news/2025-holiday-closures
It's crucial to be ready for potential flooding as our area experiences heavy rain. Monitor local weather updates and be aware of fast-rising creeks or streams in your area.
For more info on what to do during a flood, forecasts, local sandbag distribution sites and more, visit multco.us/flood
For more info on what to do during a flood, forecasts, local sandbag distribution sites and more, visit multco.us/flood
December 18, 2025 at 7:53 PM
It's crucial to be ready for potential flooding as our area experiences heavy rain. Monitor local weather updates and be aware of fast-rising creeks or streams in your area.
For more info on what to do during a flood, forecasts, local sandbag distribution sites and more, visit multco.us/flood
For more info on what to do during a flood, forecasts, local sandbag distribution sites and more, visit multco.us/flood
High winds can mean risk of power outage. Is your home ready? Get prepared now just in case.
*Find flashlight and have extra batteries ready
*Charge devices
*If you lose power, keep fridge doors closed and run generators and grills outside
Find more tips at: portlandgeneral.com/outages-safe...
*Find flashlight and have extra batteries ready
*Charge devices
*If you lose power, keep fridge doors closed and run generators and grills outside
Find more tips at: portlandgeneral.com/outages-safe...
December 18, 2025 at 12:50 AM
High winds can mean risk of power outage. Is your home ready? Get prepared now just in case.
*Find flashlight and have extra batteries ready
*Charge devices
*If you lose power, keep fridge doors closed and run generators and grills outside
Find more tips at: portlandgeneral.com/outages-safe...
*Find flashlight and have extra batteries ready
*Charge devices
*If you lose power, keep fridge doors closed and run generators and grills outside
Find more tips at: portlandgeneral.com/outages-safe...
Multnomah County announced today that it has offered 7,460 tuition-free Preschool for All seats to providers for the 2026-27 school year. This initial allocation has the potential to nearly double the current enrollment capacity of 3,844 seats.
www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...
www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...
More tuition-free preschool seats than expected likely coming to Portland-area next year
The news comes shortly after early data suggested the county program may need to hit a much smaller target to reach “universal” tuition-free preschool.
www.oregonlive.com
December 11, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Multnomah County announced today that it has offered 7,460 tuition-free Preschool for All seats to providers for the 2026-27 school year. This initial allocation has the potential to nearly double the current enrollment capacity of 3,844 seats.
www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...
www.oregonlive.com/portland/202...
SHARE: From a drizzle to an atmospheric river, weather is unpredictable. Stay one step ahead of the next storm by signing up for PublicAlerts. You can register up to 5 addresses to get emergency texts, calls or emails for your home, work or loved ones. Learn more at: www.publicalerts.org/signup
December 9, 2025 at 11:04 PM
SHARE: From a drizzle to an atmospheric river, weather is unpredictable. Stay one step ahead of the next storm by signing up for PublicAlerts. You can register up to 5 addresses to get emergency texts, calls or emails for your home, work or loved ones. Learn more at: www.publicalerts.org/signup
⚠️ Heavy rain & flood risks in MultCo this week. Drive safe w/ your headlights on, avoid flooded roads & give space. Check out Multnomah County Transportation's new winter driving video on proactive steps drivers and cyclists can take during inclement weather: link.multco.us/winter-travel-prep
Slow down, give extra space in winter driving conditions
YouTube video by Multnomah County Communications
www.youtube.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:31 AM
⚠️ Heavy rain & flood risks in MultCo this week. Drive safe w/ your headlights on, avoid flooded roads & give space. Check out Multnomah County Transportation's new winter driving video on proactive steps drivers and cyclists can take during inclement weather: link.multco.us/winter-travel-prep
🗣️Help spread the word: The Multnomah County Elections Office is seeking On Call elections workers! Watch this video (www.youtube.com/watch?v=_brP...) for more about the job and the application process.
Curious to learn more? 📝 Fill out an interest form at multco.us/joinMCE to get started!
Curious to learn more? 📝 Fill out an interest form at multco.us/joinMCE to get started!
Join MCE as an On Call Elections Worker
YouTube video by Multnomah County Elections
www.youtube.com
December 4, 2025 at 11:24 PM
🗣️Help spread the word: The Multnomah County Elections Office is seeking On Call elections workers! Watch this video (www.youtube.com/watch?v=_brP...) for more about the job and the application process.
Curious to learn more? 📝 Fill out an interest form at multco.us/joinMCE to get started!
Curious to learn more? 📝 Fill out an interest form at multco.us/joinMCE to get started!
🧡 Even during the best of times, the holidays can be tough. If you or a loved one need help this season, the local resources below are ready to help. Please share them with anyone who may need them. 2-1-1 helps people identify, navigate, and connect with local resources, including food resources.
November 26, 2025 at 12:27 AM
🧡 Even during the best of times, the holidays can be tough. If you or a loved one need help this season, the local resources below are ready to help. Please share them with anyone who may need them. 2-1-1 helps people identify, navigate, and connect with local resources, including food resources.
🍁 Friendly reminder that most Multnomah County services are closed on Thurs., Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving including:
☑️ Health Dept.
☑️ Recording/Taxation,
☑️ Animal Services and,
☑️ Libraries.
NOTE: All libraries will be open on Wed, Nov. 26 (10am-6pm): link.multco.us/holiday-closure
☑️ Health Dept.
☑️ Recording/Taxation,
☑️ Animal Services and,
☑️ Libraries.
NOTE: All libraries will be open on Wed, Nov. 26 (10am-6pm): link.multco.us/holiday-closure
Most County Offices closed Nov. 27 in observance of Thanksgiving
A friendly reminder that most Multnomah County services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Thursday, Nov. 27.
link.multco.us
November 25, 2025 at 2:07 AM
🍁 Friendly reminder that most Multnomah County services are closed on Thurs., Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving including:
☑️ Health Dept.
☑️ Recording/Taxation,
☑️ Animal Services and,
☑️ Libraries.
NOTE: All libraries will be open on Wed, Nov. 26 (10am-6pm): link.multco.us/holiday-closure
☑️ Health Dept.
☑️ Recording/Taxation,
☑️ Animal Services and,
☑️ Libraries.
NOTE: All libraries will be open on Wed, Nov. 26 (10am-6pm): link.multco.us/holiday-closure
🚫 ICYMI: A gun safety ordinance relating to MultCo facilities was updated. An old exception that allowed people to carry a concealed weapon if they are licensed to do so into certain County buildings has been removed.
Visit multco.us/concealed-firearms-ordinance for list of relevant buildings
Visit multco.us/concealed-firearms-ordinance for list of relevant buildings
November 20, 2025 at 11:28 PM
🚫 ICYMI: A gun safety ordinance relating to MultCo facilities was updated. An old exception that allowed people to carry a concealed weapon if they are licensed to do so into certain County buildings has been removed.
Visit multco.us/concealed-firearms-ordinance for list of relevant buildings
Visit multco.us/concealed-firearms-ordinance for list of relevant buildings
In Oregon, SNAP benefits for November are available and won’t be taken away.
If you have questions, please check with Oregon Department of Human Services.
If you have other needs, like housing or utility costs, because you had to stretch to pay for food last week, please call @211info.bsky.social.
If you have questions, please check with Oregon Department of Human Services.
If you have other needs, like housing or utility costs, because you had to stretch to pay for food last week, please call @211info.bsky.social.
November 10, 2025 at 11:02 PM
In Oregon, SNAP benefits for November are available and won’t be taken away.
If you have questions, please check with Oregon Department of Human Services.
If you have other needs, like housing or utility costs, because you had to stretch to pay for food last week, please call @211info.bsky.social.
If you have questions, please check with Oregon Department of Human Services.
If you have other needs, like housing or utility costs, because you had to stretch to pay for food last week, please call @211info.bsky.social.
🦅A gentle reminder: most Multnomah County services (excluding @multcolib.bsky.social ) will be unavailable tomorrow, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
For details, visit ➡️
multco.us/news/most-co...
For details, visit ➡️
multco.us/news/most-co...
Most County Offices closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day
Most County Offices are closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
multco.us
November 10, 2025 at 9:59 PM
🦅A gentle reminder: most Multnomah County services (excluding @multcolib.bsky.social ) will be unavailable tomorrow, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
For details, visit ➡️
multco.us/news/most-co...
For details, visit ➡️
multco.us/news/most-co...
🥕FULL restoration of SNAP benefits is good news for nearly 760K Oregonians, including 143K in Multnomah County alone. Full Nov. benefits are here, and they won’t be taken away.
🛒 Check your EBT balance before shopping. If you think there’s an error, contact the Oregon Dept. of Human Services.
🛒 Check your EBT balance before shopping. If you think there’s an error, contact the Oregon Dept. of Human Services.
November 7, 2025 at 10:44 PM
🥕FULL restoration of SNAP benefits is good news for nearly 760K Oregonians, including 143K in Multnomah County alone. Full Nov. benefits are here, and they won’t be taken away.
🛒 Check your EBT balance before shopping. If you think there’s an error, contact the Oregon Dept. of Human Services.
🛒 Check your EBT balance before shopping. If you think there’s an error, contact the Oregon Dept. of Human Services.
Today the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved $100,000 in contingency funding to help food security and hunger relief organizations purchase and distribute food amid delays in federal food assistance for tens of thousands of community members.
November 6, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Today the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved $100,000 in contingency funding to help food security and hunger relief organizations purchase and distribute food amid delays in federal food assistance for tens of thousands of community members.
Voter turnout, as of 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, reached 26.82%. Return your ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Site by
8 p.m. tonight: multco.us/dropsites
8 p.m. tonight: multco.us/dropsites
November 5, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Voter turnout, as of 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, reached 26.82%. Return your ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Site by
8 p.m. tonight: multco.us/dropsites
8 p.m. tonight: multco.us/dropsites
SHARE: Today, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, is the last day to vote in the Special Election. Multnomah County Elections recommends voters return their ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Site by 8 p.m. today, to ensure it’s received by an election office in time to count: multco.us/dropsites
November 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
SHARE: Today, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, is the last day to vote in the Special Election. Multnomah County Elections recommends voters return their ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Site by 8 p.m. today, to ensure it’s received by an election office in time to count: multco.us/dropsites
📣 As community members feel the impacts of the federal shutdown and reduced funding for SNAP food benefits, you might be wondering how you can help. Monetary donations to food banks, pantries and community-based organizations are recommended and go a long way: multco.us/food
November 4, 2025 at 12:16 AM
📣 As community members feel the impacts of the federal shutdown and reduced funding for SNAP food benefits, you might be wondering how you can help. Monetary donations to food banks, pantries and community-based organizations are recommended and go a long way: multco.us/food
Reposted by Multnomah County, OR
WIC clinics are open regular hours during the federal government shutdown. With SNAP benefits expected to be cut in the coming days due to the federal government shutdown, food assistance in Multnomah County will be impacted. Go to multco.us/food to find free food, meals & other food-related support
October 31, 2025 at 4:20 PM
WIC clinics are open regular hours during the federal government shutdown. With SNAP benefits expected to be cut in the coming days due to the federal government shutdown, food assistance in Multnomah County will be impacted. Go to multco.us/food to find free food, meals & other food-related support
🌱 @multcosustain.bsky.social invites you to attend upcoming community forums on draft Climate Justice Plan goals. 🦋 Join in-person or via Zoom for the goal topics you are passionate about to have your voice heard. Help shape our community's climate justice future!
🌼Visit multco.us/info/climate...
🌼Visit multco.us/info/climate...
October 31, 2025 at 4:31 PM
🌱 @multcosustain.bsky.social invites you to attend upcoming community forums on draft Climate Justice Plan goals. 🦋 Join in-person or via Zoom for the goal topics you are passionate about to have your voice heard. Help shape our community's climate justice future!
🌼Visit multco.us/info/climate...
🌼Visit multco.us/info/climate...
🚨 COMPARTAN: El cierre del gobierno federal sigue afectando la asistencia alimentaria en el Condado de Multnomah. Casi uno de cada cinco residentes del Condado de Multnomah depende del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP) para satisfacer sus necesidades humanas básicas
October 30, 2025 at 7:26 PM
🚨 COMPARTAN: El cierre del gobierno federal sigue afectando la asistencia alimentaria en el Condado de Multnomah. Casi uno de cada cinco residentes del Condado de Multnomah depende del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP) para satisfacer sus necesidades humanas básicas
🚨SHARE: Nearly 1 in 5 Multnomah County residents depends on SNAP food assistance to help meet their basic human needs. Find info on places providing free food, meals & other types of food-related support at: multco.us/food
October 30, 2025 at 7:20 PM
🚨SHARE: Nearly 1 in 5 Multnomah County residents depends on SNAP food assistance to help meet their basic human needs. Find info on places providing free food, meals & other types of food-related support at: multco.us/food
REMINDER: The Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election is next Tuesday.
📣This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
📣Voters who live in the City of Portland or Lake Oswego School District will receive ballots.
📣This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
📣Voters who live in the City of Portland or Lake Oswego School District will receive ballots.
October 30, 2025 at 4:40 PM
REMINDER: The Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election is next Tuesday.
📣This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
📣Voters who live in the City of Portland or Lake Oswego School District will receive ballots.
📣This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland and one for the Lake Oswego School District.
📣Voters who live in the City of Portland or Lake Oswego School District will receive ballots.