๐ ๏ธ MULTCO.US will be offline for several hours starting at 6 P.M. this evening for maintenance.
We appreciate your patience as we perform these necessary updates! ๐ ๏ธ
Learn more about utility assistance, cold weather safety tips, how to volunteer and more at: multco.us/cold
๐OPEN: Multnomah County and the City of Portlandโs more than 2,000 year-round shelter beds, along with the City of Portlandโs overnight-only shelter beds. For information on the Cityโs shelters check this interactive map: link.multco.us/overnight-shelter-availability
A photograph of a tree trunk with moss, surrounded by wood chip mulch lightly covered in snow and ice. Snowflakes fall against a dark, out-of-focus background. A solid blue banner at the bottom contains the Multnomah County logo on the left and the URL "multco.us/cold" in bold white text on the right.
๐Find warm spaces, including overnight shelters, @multcolib.bsky.social and the Behavioral Health Resource Center, at: link.multco.us/warm-spaces or multco.us/cold. Always check hours and locations before you go.
A photograph of a tree trunk with moss, surrounded by wood chip mulch that is lightly covered in snow. Large white text overlaid on the center of the image reads "CARE FOR WHEN IT'S COLD." A blue banner at the bottom features the Multnomah County logo on the left and the URL "multco.us/cold" in bold white text on the right.
Forecasts are still uncertain but itโs possible we could see a wintry mix in the Portland metro area this week โ with some potential for accumulating snow Wednesday night into Thursday. While confidence is low, anyone with travel plans should pay close attention to the @nws.noaa.gov and plan ahead.
โ๏ธA friendly reminder that most Multnomah County Offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16 in observance of Presidents Day โก๏ธ multco.us/news/multnom...
Learn more about the 2026 Voter Education Fund Grant Program at: multco.us/votereducationgrant
Multnomah County graphic: "The Voter Education Fund Grant Program is Open! Help East County residents understand ranked choice voting. Apply by March 16, 2026 at multco.us/votereducationgrant."
The program's goals are to:
โPromote understanding of ranked choice voting among East County residents.
โEquip voters with the knowledge and confidence to cast ballots using RCV.
โDeliver culturally & linguistically appropriate RCV education through community partners: multco.us/votereducationgrant
Multnomah County graphic: "The Voter Education Fund Grant Program is Open! Help East County residents understand ranked choice voting. Apply by March 16, 2026 at multco.us/votereducationgrant."
๐ฃThe Voter Education Fund Grant Program opens today (Feb. 2, 2026). Up to five grants will support community-based voter education on ranked choice voting in East Multnomah County. The grants will go to nonprofit organizations serving residents in East Multnomah County: multco.us/votereducationgrant
โ ๏ธ You can also contact 311, daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., to learn about overnight shelter and other services. Find the latest information on shelter opening plans, utility assistance, cold weather safety, how to volunteer if needed and more at: multco.us/cold
An informational graphic from Multnomah County about welfare checks. The top section is dark blue with white text: "Call City of Portlandโs non-emergency response 503-823-3333." The middle section reads: "To request a welfare check on someone you are concerned about during cold weather." The bottom features the URL multco.us/cold and the Multnomah County logo.
โ ๏ธ If someone is unsheltered and their life appears to be in danger, call 9-1-1 for medical attention: multco.us/cold
An informational graphic from Multnomah County about welfare checks. The top section is dark blue with white text: "Call City of Portlandโs non-emergency response 503-823-3333." The middle section reads: "To request a welfare check on someone you are concerned about during cold weather." The bottom features the URL multco.us/cold and the Multnomah County logo.
โ ๏ธ If you are concerned about someone you see during colder conditions, such as an individual who isnโt dressed for the weather conditions, call the non-emergency response line at 503-823-3333 and request a welfare check: multco.us/cold
Reminder, the City of Portland has extended emergency overnight shelter operation hours until 8 a.m., through Sunday, Jan. 25. Always check hours and locations before you go โก๏ธ link.multco.us/overnight-shelter-availability
A winter advisory graphic from Multnomah County featuring ice-covered branches. Large text reads: "Care for When Itโs Cold." The bottom of the image includes the URL multco.us/cold and the Multnomah County logo.
PLEASE SHARE: Find warm spaces, including overnight shelters, @multcolib.bsky.social and the Behavioral Health Resource Center, at link.multco.us/warm-spaces or multco.us/cold
CHAIR JESSICA VEGA PEDERSON: COUNTY BUDGET 101 "Come learn about the Multnomah County's Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget process, key milestones, and how to advocate for your priorities! Refreshments provided." Saturday, January 24, 2026 10:00am โ 12:00pm For questions, contact An Bui at an.bui@multco.us.
๐๏ธThe first of two County โBudget 101โ workshops is Sat., Jan. 24 (tomorrow!) Come by for details on the budget process & how to share feedback.
โช๏ธJan. 24, 10 AM - Noon
โช๏ธMidland Library, 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland
Also visit the Budget Office FY27 budget engagement pageโก๏ธ multco.us/info/learn-m...
Find information on shelter opening plans, utility assistance, cold weather safety, how to volunteer if needed and more at: multco.us/cold
The City announced that starting Friday morning, many of their emergency overnight shelters will extend morning operations by several hours until 8am, through Sunday, Jan. 25. Always check hours and locations before you go, as availability can change: link.multco.us/overnight-shelter-availability
A square graphic from Multnomah County featuring a background of tree branches encased in thick, glistening ice. Large white text on dark blue rectangular banners reads "Care for When Itโs Cold." Below the image, a dark blue footer displays the website "multco.us/cold" in bold white letters, alongside the Multnomah County logo.
The @nws.noaa.gov is forecasting a stretch of cold, dry weather through Tuesday, Jan. 27. Find warm spaces, including overnight shelters, libraries and the Behavioral Health Resource Center, at link.multco.us/warm-spaces or multco.us/cold
Illustrations of a hat, a winter coat, a hot beverage and a boot with an icy background photo. Headline: Be careful when it's cold! in Vietnamese.
๐ง๏ธ Nแบฟu quรฝ vแป bแป cแบฃm lแบกnh hoแบทc ฦฐแปt, ฤแปซng ฤแปฃi cho ฤแบฟn khi trแป thร nh trฦฐแปng hแปฃp cแบฅp cแปฉu! Hรฃy tรฌm ฤแบฟn nฦกi nร o แบฅm cร ng sแปm cร ng tแปt. multco.us/programs/care-when-its-cold
Illustrations of a hat, a winter coat, a hot beverage and a boot with an icy background photo. Headline: Be careful when it's cold!
๐จ๏ธ If you get cold or wet, donโt wait for it to become an emergency! Get somewhere warm as soon as possible. multco.us/programs/care-when-its-cold
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., New York City Hall, December 17, 1964.
A friendly reminder that most Multnomah County Offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Please visit our website for details multco.us/news/jan-19-...
๐ท: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dec. 17, 1964. NYC Municipal Archives
The grant application will open on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026 and will close Monday, March 16, 2026. Learn more about the grant opportunity and eligibility at: link.multco.us/voter-education-grant
The program's goals are to:
โ
Promote understanding of RCV among East County residents.
โ
Equip voters with the knowledge and confidence to cast ballots using RCV.
โ
Deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate RCV education through community partners:
multco.us/info/voter-education-grant
An announcement graphic from Multnomah County featuring a smiling woman giving a thumbs-up while standing next to a white "Official Ballot Box." A text overlay reads: "Multnomah County launches $100,000 grant program to provide education on ranked choice voting (RCV) to East County voters." The bottom of the image includes the website "multnomahvotes.gov" and the Multnomah County logo.
๐ฃ Multnomah County Elections today (Jan. 14) announced the launch of the 2026 Multnomah County Voter Education Fund โ $100,000 total in funding to support non-partisan voter education on ranked choice voting for East Multnomah County residents: multnomahvotes.gov
An image featuring a formal statement from the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners regarding a federal shooting in East Portland.Statement from Board of Commissioners on federal shooting in East Portland: What we can say now is enough is enough. The terror and violence ICE is causing in our neighborhoods must end now. The County will not stand by as the federal government attacks our neighbors. We stand united in our support for our immigrant and refugee neighbors. Just this morning, we unanimously voted to extend an emergency declaration in response to the ongoing harm caused by ICE activity, and we will keep showing up every way we can. We know County residents are angry. We are angry. Portlanders have a proud tradition of opposing injustice through nonviolent protest, and we encourage our community to keep showing up as they have been to oppose this horrific violence. We must stand together.
BOARD STATEMENT: This afternoon, federal Customs and Border Protection agents shot two people in East Portland. We are in close coordination w/ our government partners & law enforcement to learn everything we can, and encourage patience in sharing information to ensure accuracy. MORE: bit.ly/3L79IkZ
An English-language infographic from Multnomah County identical in layout to the previous guide. It features the same photos of NW Natural and PGE vehicles at the top. Below the photos are three checkmarks with the following safety tips: "Look for logos and badge". "Employees will never ask for immediate access to homes". "Call to verify". The Multnomah County logo is featured at the bottom left.
Utility Impersonator Alert:
โ๏ธLook for logos and badge
โ๏ธEmployees will never ask for immediate access to homes
โ๏ธIn most situations, if there is a reason an employee would go inside a customer's home (such as a safety check or inspection), it is set up w/ the customer in advance. MORE: bit.ly/4juldPU
An infographic from Multnomah County regarding utility scams. A large blue banner at the top features a white box with the bold blue text, "Utility Impersonator Alert:". Below this, in large white text, it reads, "When in doubt, call to verify." The Multnomah County logo, featuring a green mountain and blue water, is positioned at the bottom left on a white background.
โ ๏ธUtility Impersonator Alert: NW Natural, PGE and other utility companies are warning of individuals posing as workers to gain access to residents. When in doubt, call to verify:
๐ Verify NW Natural: 503-226-4211 or 800-422-4012.
If you suspect an imposter, call 9-1-1. MORE: bit.ly/4juldPU
Thanks in part to advocacy by the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners, Pacific Power, Portland General Electric (PGE), and NW Natural have extended disconnection protections for certain at-risk customers through March 1, 2026.
Learn more: multco.us/news/board-c...
The County works alongside other toy drives in the community each year to help meet holiday-related needs for families. Thank you for the many contributions. To learn more about food assistance and other resources visit: multco.us/food or call 211.
