Multnomah County public meetings in 2025
23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will consider several items including ratification of a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 88-2 for physicians and psychiatrists, a resolution reaffirming the county's sanctuary status, a budget modification allocating funding from General Fund Contingency to address impacts of federal policies, and approval of the 2026 State Legislative Agenda. The consent agenda includes appointments to the Planning Commission and the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council.
- Ratification of 2025-2028 collective bargaining agreement between Multnomah County and AFSCME Local 88-2 (Physicians and Psychiatrists)
- Resolution reaffirming and strengthening the county's sanctuary status, actions, and advocacy
- Budget Modification # Chair-002-26 allocating funding from General Fund Contingency to address federal policy impacts (amount not specified)
- Approval of the 2026 State Legislative Agenda
- Appointments to the Planning Commission and Local Public Safety Coordinating Council
Board Briefing
The Board will hold two briefings. The first is from the Department of County Human Services, Preschool & Early Learning Division, presented by Rachel Pearl and Brooke Chilton Timmons. The second is a briefing on the HUD Continuum of Care program, presented by Anna Plumb and Erin Pidot. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Preschool & Early Learning Division briefing – presenters: Rachel Pearl, Brooke Chilton Timmons
- HUD Continuum of Care program briefing – presenters: Anna Plumb, Erin Pidot
Regular Board Meeting
The board will consider several budget modifications for behavioral health, including a $2 million reduction for terminating the CareOregon coordination agreement and a $2.4 million backfill of those services. It will also discuss adding state funds for a new residential treatment facility and allocating $371,482 of Oregon Health Authority housing funds for client assistance. Finally, the board will review an updated Homelessness Response System action plan and key performance indicators.
- BudMod HD-012-26: Reduce $2,000,000 and 21.30 FTE for termination of CareOregon Care Coordination Agreement (effective Jan 1 2026).
- BudMod HD-013-26: Backfill $2,400,000 of activities and services previously covered by CareOregon.
- BudMod HD-004-26: Add state funds for residential treatment services for individuals not eligible for Medicaid.
- BudMod HD-005-26: Appropriation of $371,482 from Oregon Health Authority Housing Funds for client assistance.
- Homelessness Response System: Updated Action Plan & Key Performance Indicators.
Board Briefing
The Board of Commissioners will hold a briefing to review a proposal for implementing an ADA Transition Plan over 10 years. The meeting also includes a work session regarding the House Bill 4002 Deflection Program.
- Proposal to implement ADA Transition Plan within 10 years
- Work session on House Bill 4002 Deflection Program
Regular Board Meeting
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items reclassifying positions in the Health Department and Library, and regular agenda items recognizing grant revenue from the Library Foundation and Friends of the Library. Public comment will be heard on both agenda and non-agenda items. The meeting also includes board comments and adjournment.
- C.1: Budget Modification # HD-002-26 – reclassifying six positions in the Health Department
- C.3: Budget Modification # LIB-006-26 – reclassifying Librarian positions to Librarian Sr.
- R.1: Budget Modification # MCLD-001-26 – recognizing additional grant revenue from The Library Foundation and Friends of the Library
- R.2: Budget Modification # LIB-005-26 – increasing transfer from Library District to recognize grants from Library Foundation and Friends
- Public comment period for non-agenda and agenda items
Years of Service Ceremony
This is a purely ceremonial meeting of the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners to recognize employees with 15 or more years of service. No policy decisions, ordinances, or financial actions are on the agenda.
- Employee Years of Service Ceremony for 2025 anniversary dates (15+ years of service)
Proclamation Signing Ceremony
This is a ceremonial proclamation signing event. The board may attend but no decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled.
- No specific proclamations listed; purely ceremonial
Board Briefing
The Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on the county’s FY 2026‑2028 Strategic Plan from senior staff. The briefing will cover the plan’s goals, initiatives, and performance metrics. After the briefing, commissioners will hold a work‑plan work session to discuss implementation steps.
- Strategic Plan briefing by Christopher Neal, COO, and senior staff
- Discussion of FY 2026‑2028 county goals and initiatives
- Board Work Plan work session to plan implementation
Regular Board Meeting
The Board will decide on several budget modifications for health services, including new positions and grant changes. It will also ratify a collective bargaining agreement with the county prosecutors' association and approve an amendment to collect personal income tax for the Preschool for All program. The most significant item is the resolution to sell the Albina Library Annex to a residential purchaser.
- Resolution to sell Albina Library Annex, 236 NE Knott St., to a residential buyer
- Budget modification adding three health center positions (HD-006-26)
- Grant adjustments: add $230,840 from CDC ACTion grant (HD-008-26), terminate $455,075 Rockwood grant (HD-009-26), reduce $523,041 Healthy Families grant (HD-011-26)
- Ratification of collective bargaining agreement 2025‑2029 with MCPAA
- Amendment to intergovernmental agreement for Preschool for All personal income tax
Board Briefing
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will hold work sessions on three topics: an update on Preschool for All, the Homelessness Response System's updated action plan and key performance indicators, and discussions on strengthening the county's Sanctuary status. No formal votes are scheduled; these are informational briefings.
- Preschool for All worksession with economist and county staff
- Homelessness Response System updated action plan and KPIs
- Discussion on actions to strengthen Multnomah County's Sanctuary status
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will vote on an intergovernmental agreement with the Oregon Department of Transportation for the Stark Street Bridge Replacement Project. The meeting also includes a budget modification to reclassify a vacant position and a briefing on the FY 2027 General Fund forecast.
- Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with ODOT for Stark Street Bridge Replacement Project
- Budget Modification # DCHS-002-26: Reclassify a Vacant 1.00 FTE Case Manager Senior to Case Manager 2
- Resolution of Necessity for Slope and Drainage Easement for 302nd and Jackson Culvert Replacement Project
- Deflection Program Briefing
- FY 2027 General Fund 5-Year Forecast briefing
Regular Board Meeting
The board will consider an emergency appropriation to support food security and hunger relief resources. It will also hold a work session on the Preschool for All program. The consent agenda includes a budget modification for IT positions, an intergovernmental agreement for the Germantown Road project, and ratification of vacancy appointments to the Oregon legislature.
- Emergency appropriation for food security and hunger relief
- Resolution declaring Suite 277 in Multnomah Building surplus and approving lease extension with Voya
- Budget modification for Deputy CIO and CIO position reclassifications
- Amendment No. 1 to IGA with ODOT for Germantown Road project
- Ratification of votes filling vacancies in Oregon Senate District 26 and House District 48
VIRTUAL HD 48 Appointment
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners holds a virtual joint meeting with Clackamas County Commissioners to interview nominees and fill a vacancy in Oregon House District 48. Public testimony is accepted via a form or written remarks. The meeting will be held November 5, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Virtual hearing and joint meeting to fill vacancy in House District 48
- Public testimony sign-up via form or written remarks to [email protected]
- Watch online or listen by phone: +1-415-655-0001, access code 2663 352 4227, password 27433464
- Attachments include nominee list and relevant administrative rule (OAR 165-010-0060)
Proclamation Signing Ceremony
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners is holding a proclamation signing ceremony on November 5, 2025. The event is ceremonial, with a quorum of commissioners possibly attending, and no legislative or budget decisions are scheduled.
- Proclamation signing ceremony from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Multnomah Building Boardroom 100
Board Briefing
The board will receive informational briefings on the Library Capital Bond Program's 4th quarter 2025 status, the Multco Gives employee giving campaign, and hold a work session on Association of Oregon Counties recommendations. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Informational briefing on Library Capital Bond Program (LCBP) 4th Quarter 2025
- Multco Gives employee giving campaign briefing with United Way of the Columbia-Willamette
- Work session on Association of Oregon Counties (AOC) recommendations and bylaw changes
Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss federal impacts, specifically regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients. The board may take action on a resolution directing County response.
- Discussion of federal impacts on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients
- Potential action on a resolution directing County action
VIRTUAL SD 26 Appointment
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners is holding a virtual joint hearing to consider candidates for a vacancy in the Oregon State Senate for District 26. The meeting includes public testimony and discussion before adjournment.
- Virtual hearing and joint meeting on filling a vacancy in the Legislative Assembly, Oregon State Senate, District 26
Regular Board Meeting
The Board will vote on resolutions to authorize land use planning fee waivers and approve an increased contract price for the Bridge Shop Fire Remediation Project. A second reading of an ordinance amending Budget Advisory Committees code will be held. The Board will consider a budget modification for the Homeless Services Department's FY 2026 rebalance and discuss aligning the Auditor's budget with accountability values.
- Resolution to authorize reduction or waiver of land use planning fees
- Resolution approving increased contract price for Bridge Shop Fire Remediation Project
- Second reading of ordinance amending MCC Chapter 3, Budget Advisory Committees
- Budget Modification # HSD-001-26: FY 2026 Rebalance for Homeless Services Department
- Discussion on aligning budget-setting for the Auditor with accountability values
Board Briefing
The Board of Commissioners receives an informational briefing on the Zoning Code Improvement Project (ZCIP), presented by planning staff and a senior project manager. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Briefing on Zoning Code Improvement Project (ZCIP) with presenters Kevin Cook, Megan Gibb, and Matt Hastie
Regular Board Meeting
The Multnomah County Board will vote on a budget modification to rebalance funds for the Sheriff’s Office under Senate Bill 1145. It will also reclassify a Human Resources Analyst position and approve appointments to the 2025‑2026 Property Values Appeals Board. An ordinance moving the Office of Diversity and Equity into the Department of County Management will receive a second reading, and a Federal Impacts work session is scheduled.
- Budget Modification # MCSO-004-26: State Rebalance – Senate Bill 1145 Community Corrections Reduction
- Reclassification of a Human Resources Analyst 2 (NR) to Human Resources Analyst Senior (DCM-003-26)
- Approval of recommended appointments to the 2025‑2026 Property Values Appeals Board
- Second Reading of Ordinance moving the Office of Diversity and Equity to the Department of County Management
- Federal Impacts Work Session
Board Briefing
The Board of Commissioners will receive an informational briefing on the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project from county engineering and transportation staff. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.
- Informational briefing on the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project presented by Megan Neill, Emily Miletich, and Jon Henrichsen
Regular Board Meeting
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will review budget modifications for the Department of Community Justice and other county departments. The agenda includes a first reading of an ordinance amending budget advisory committee codes and an informational briefing on state funding for homeless services.
- First reading of ordinance amending MCC Chapter 3, Budget Advisory Committees
- Budget Modification # DCJ-001-26 FY26 DCJ State Rebalance
- Budget Modification # DCJ-002-26 FY25 to FY26 Grant Carry Forward Funding
- Budget Modification # HD-003-26 Health Federal and State Rebalance
- Informational briefing on state funding for the Department of Homeless Services
Regular Board Meeting
The Board will hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Preschool For All Board Oversight Ordinance. They will also consider consent agenda items including a budget modification to reclassify a legal assistant to paralegal and two supplemental project agreements with ODOT for road repairs. Regular agenda items include a confirmation of the Director of Government Relations, a workplace security contingency budget request, and an informational briefing on transportation authorities. Public comment will be heard on non-agenda and agenda items.
- Budget Modification NOND-002-26: Reclassify 1.00 FTE Legal Assistant Senior to a Paralegal in the County Attorney's Office
- Supplemental Project Agreement with ODOT for Kaiser Road over Abbey Creek Embankment Repair
- Supplemental Project Agreement with ODOT for SE Gordon Creek Road Slope Stabilization
- Budget Modification DCM-002-26: Workplace Security Earmarked Contingency Request
- First Reading of Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 - Preschool For All Board Oversight Ordinance