Multnomah County, OR

Election Day is one week away. ⏰ Vote early if you can! 📍 Drop Sites: Return your ballot by 8 p.m. on Nov. 3, 2026: multco.us/dropsites 📮 Mail: It's recommended voters mail their ballots by TODAY, Oct. 27 📲 Track Your Ballot: Sign up at multnomah.ballottrax.net More at: bit.ly/4yGwSRO

Multnomah Co. voters are joining City of Portland voters in using ranked choice voting in candidate contests for the Nov 3, 2026 election. Learn more at: multco.us/info/ranked-choice-voting-rcv

multco.usOfficial Ballot Drop SitesOfficial Ballot Drop sites available 24-hours a day during the 20 day voting period.

Make a Plan to VOTE (and early if you can)! Drop off your ballot at any convenient Official Ballot Drop Site before 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3: multco.us/dropsites

📬 Have you received your ballot yet? 🗳️ All eligible Multnomah County voters should have gotten theirs by today, Thursday, Oct. 22. If you haven't, or if you need a replacement, call 503-988-VOTE (8683) 📞 Sign up for Track Your Ballot: multnomah.ballottrax.net

multco.usOfficial Ballot Drop SitesOfficial Ballot Drop sites available 24-hours a day during the 20 day voting period.

Make a Plan to VOTE (early if you can): 📍 In Person: Drop off your ballot at any Official Ballot Drop Site before 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3: multco.us/dropsites 📮 By Mail: Mail your ballot by Tuesday, Oct. 27 —one full week before the election—to ensure it’s postmarked on time: bit.ly/4jApZgW

📣📬 The USPS has begun delivering ballots today (Oct. 14) for the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election! Multnomah County has 2 NEW Official Ballot Drop Sites: 🔹 Corbett Water District Office 🔹 East Portland Moose Lodge Find all 30+ drop sites: multco.us/dropsites

Make your plan to VOTE: 🔹 Return your ballot in person by 8 PM, Nov. 3: multco.us/dropsites or 🔹 Mail by Oct. 27 to ensure it's postmarked by Nov. 3, 2026. 📲 Track your ballot: multco.us/info/track-your-ballot

🌟 TODAY (Oct. 13) is the Voter Registration Deadline for the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election! You can register or update your voter registration: oregonvotes.gov/myvote. To register to vote in Oregon, you must be a U.S. citizen, Oregon resident & 16+ (ballot sent at 18).

multco.usTuesday, Oct. 13, is the voter registration deadline; Voting Center Express opens today, Oct. 8The Voting Center Express in Gresham, opens today, Thursday, Oct. 8, through Election Day, Nov. 3.

Voters can also register to vote in-person at the Multnomah County Duniway-Lovejoy Elections Building (1040 S.E. Morrison St., Portland) or the Voting Center Express at the Multnomah County East Building (600 N.E. 8th St., Gresham) bit.ly/4zAd7fD. MORE:

Did you know Multnomah County has Independent Voting Units (IVUs)? The adaptive tablet system features: 🎧 An audio headset with adjustable speed & volume 🔍 High-contrast & large-text touchscreen ⌨️ An English & Braille lap controller ♿ Seated, standing, or mobility device access 🧵 (1/2).

bit.lyMultnomah County Elections helps voters with disabilities or who want assistance in their preferred languageThe Elections Division wants all voters to be able to vote easily, privately and independently; understand the steps in voting; understand elections rules; and know who to ask for assistance.

Any voter can use an Independent Voting Unit through 8 p.m. on Election Night, Nov. 3. Available at: 📍Gresham: Voting Center Express (600 NE 8th St) 📍Portland: Duniway-Lovejoy Elections Building (1040 SE Morrison St): bit.ly/3VCXZiY (2/2)

Want to advise on local strategies to end homelessness in Multnomah County? Our Homelessness Response System Community Advisory Committee is recruiting new members. Applications close Oct. 30: multco.us/info/communi... #MultnomahCounty #MultCo #Homelessness #CommunityAdvisoryCommittee #GetInvolved

🌟 NOW OPEN: The Voting Center Express in Gresham opens today, Oct. 8, through Election Day, Nov. 3. Located inside the Multnomah County East Building (600 NE 8th St, Gresham), the Voting Center Express provides convenient service for more than 225,000 voters who live east of I-205.

multco.usVoting Center Express in GreshamThe Voting Center Express is an additional voter service location open before each election.

🌟 The Voting Center Express is open: 🕒 Regular Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 🕒 Extended Hours: Wed, Oct. 28 – Fri, Oct. 30: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sat, Oct. 31: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Mon, Nov. 2: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Election Day (Tue, Nov. 3): 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. More: multco.us/info/voting-center-express-gresham

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Multnomah County Health Department

@multcohealth.bsky.social

🔈‼️Stay Covered, Stay Healthy: Upcoming Changes to Medicaid & OHP. Federal Medicaid & Oregon Health Plan rule changes take effect in 2027. Patients have started receiving letters from the @orhealthauthority.bsky.social about plan updates. Questions: 503-988-5270 or visit healthcenter.multco.us/HR1

As National Preparedness Month (September) wraps up, Multnomah County & @pdxfire.bsky.social remind us that emergency prep is a year-round job. 🌲🔥 A simple step to start today: Gradually collect supplies like water, food, and essential medications.

youtube.comVIDEO: Year-Round Wildfire & Home Emergency PreparednessYouTube video by Multnomah County Communications

Wildfire season can run from June to October. Wildfires can bring severe smoke and hazardous air quality, with some of the region's worst air quality days occurring later in the season. Take steps to identify a “clean air room” indoors and prepare your home outdoors: youtube.com/watch?v=RLoWlMEcQJQ

15 Sept

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Get #VoteReady for the Nov. 3, Election: ✅ Registration Deadline: Tues., Oct. 13. ✅ Register or check your voter registration status: oregonvotes.gov/myvote ✅ Track your Ballot. Sign up for Multnomah County's Track Your Ballot: multco.us/info/track-your-ballot.

4 Sept

☝️Friendly reminder: Most MultCo services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. For details: multco.us/news/county-...

28 Aug

Help shape Multnomah County’s future! 📣 Join us at an upcoming Charter Review Committee information session: 💻 Virtual: Fridays, Aug. 28–Sept. 25 📍 In person: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 25–Sept. 24, at libraries across Multnomah County Learn more: link.multco.us/ApplyCRC

7 Aug

⚠️ Pacific Northwest summers are getting hotter, alongside an increased risk of wildfires and smoke. And fire season stretches from June–October. Portland Fire & Rescue and @multcohealth.bsky.social recommend taking these key steps to protect your home and health: 🧵👇 Details & links below:

multco.usStay safe during smoke and wildfire seasonWe provide information about how to protect yourself when air quality is poor due to smoke and wildfires.

7 Aug

🗺️ Check risk: bit.ly/4waJRK3 🏡 Free PF&R home check: portland.gov/fire/your-safety/reducing-risk-wildfire 🪟 Keep smoke out: Close doors/windows, set AC to recirculate 💨 Clean indoor air: Use MERV 13+ filters or set up a "clean room": bit.ly/45fDs5v ℹ️ More tips at: multco.us/smoke

multco.usStay safe during smoke and wildfire seasonWe provide information about how to protect yourself when air quality is poor due to smoke and wildfires.

🏠 Clean indoor air tips : 🔹 Keep windows closed if cool enough. 🔹 Air cleaners: Run purifiers in key rooms. 🔹 Cut pollution: Avoid candles, incense & frying food. 🔹 Recirculate AC: Set AC to recirculate indoor air. More at: multco.us/smoke

multco.usHelp for When It's HotInformation about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

Looking for relief from the heat & smoke today? Consider spending some time in indoor A/C spaces where you can breathe clean air. 📍For open cool space locations & library branches: multco.us/hot 📘MultCo Libraries are open regular hours. Always confirm hours/locations before: multcolib.org

Heat vs Smoke ➡️ High 90s + smoke forecasted: MultCo health officials advise staying cool is your #1 priority. Overheating is an immediate danger.

multco.usHelp for When It's HotInformation about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

❄️Have AC?: Keep windows closed, set AC to recirculate indoor air, run air cleaners. 🏠 No AC: Plan NOW to visit a cool space for a few hours today; open windows at night. 📍Cooling spaces: Multco.us/hot 💨On air quality: Multco.us/smoke

3 Aug

NW Naito building fire causing heavy smoke (up to 24 hrs) •Check fire.airnow.gov; open windows if Air Quality is Good/Moderate •Keep windows shut, recirculate AC, use purifiers •Kids, seniors, pregnant & heart/lung conditions need a clean room •Outdoors: Wear an N95 mask 📸: Portland Fire & Rescue

29 July

Your AC can save your life in extreme heat – and running it for five hours costs less than $2. Don’t tough it out! 🥵⚠️ If you have AC, use it to stay safe and give your body a break. And if energy costs are a concern, we’ve got resources to help: multco.us/info/discoun... #MultCo #HeatSafety

28 July

Applications for the 2027-28 Charter Review Committee are open now! The deadline to submit is October 1st, 2026. The Multnomah County Charter is the local version of a constitution. Everyone eligible is encouraged to apply. Apply at 👉 link.multco.us/ApplyCRC

24 July

Great news, Gresham cat lovers! 🐱✨ Multnomah County Animal Services has partnered with PetSmart Charities to bring shelter cats permanently to PetSmart Gresham (430 NW Eastman Pkwy)! 🎉 Adopt Joy Event: Meet MCAS staff on-site Sat, July 25 (10am–4pm). 🔗 Adopt: multcopets.org/adoptables

22 July

☀️ Highs near 100° today in Multnomah County! 🧊 Bud Clark Commons cooling center open 12–9 PM (water, snacks, pets welcome) 📚 Libraries open till 8 PM 🚌 TriMet rides to/from cooling centers (10am–11pm) Need help finding a spot or ride? Dial 2-1-1 (8am–11pm).

📣 NWS forecasts temps in the upper 90s today! 🧊 Cooling Center Open today (12PM–9 PM): Bud Clark Commons, 650 NW Irving St. Pets welcome, food and water avail. 🚌 TriMet won't turn away anyone heading to a center, just tell the operator. Interactive map on cool spaces & heat tips: multco.us/hot

☀️ Summers in the Pacific Northwest are growing hotter—make a plan to stay cool in the heat today and all summer long. From community centers and pools to splash pads and our libraries, there are dozens of places to get cool: link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces

multco.usTake care of yourself and others during hot weatherDrink water, stay in the shade, seek out cool spaces and never leave people or pets in a hot car. Find other ways to stay cool and healthy here.

❤️ Remember to drink more water and take cooling breaks in the heat. Check on your neighbors—consider bringing them cool water, sports drinks, or electrolytes, and suggest an outing to a cool place like a movie theater or shopping mall: multco.us/info/take-care-yourself-and-others-during-hot-weather

multco.usHelp for When It's HotInformation about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

⚠️ Heat illness can affect anyone, but those at highest risk include: • Adults 50+ without AC • Babies, toddlers & pregnant people • Indoor/outdoor workers • Kids on turf & outdoor sports • Those consuming alcohol or taking certain medications: multco.us/hot

20 July

⚠️ Heat illness can affect anyone, but those at highest risk include people aged 50+, especially those living without air conditioning. Half have been veterans:

Multnomah County Health Department@multcohealth.bsky.social

🇺🇸 MESSAGE FOR #VETERANS, friends & family. The majority of heat deaths in Multnomah County have been among men aged 50+ who live alone in their own apartment or home without air conditioning. 1/2 have been veterans. Prevent heat death, get them out of the heat. Learn more: multco.us/hot

14 July

☀️ Portland summers are getting hotter! Those at high risk include older adults (especially men over 50 living alone), outdoor workers, pregnant people, and those without AC, to name a few. Make a plan to stay cool! Find cooling spaces near you at: link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces

multco.usHeat illness and first aidKnow the symptoms of heat-related illnesses and how to respond

14 July

Learn about the signs of heat illness: multco.us/info/heat-illness-and-first-aid and visit: multco.us/hot to learn more about resources during the hot weather.

2 July

🦅 A friendly reminder that a many MultCo services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Friday, 7/3 and/or Saturday, 7/4 in observance of Independence Day. For specifics, visit: multco.us/news/most-co...

multco.usHeat illness and first aidKnow the symptoms of heat-related illnesses and how to respond

21 June

☀️ Summer is officially here! When temps climb, check on neighbors, family, and vulnerable folks: ✔️ Adults 50+ (especially without AC) ✔️ Babies & toddlers ✔️ Pregnant individuals ✔️ People with heat-sensitive medical conditions ✔️ Indoor/outdoor heat workers: multco.us/info/heat-illness-and-first-aid

21 June

🗺️ Use our interactive map to find cool spaces near you, including local libraries, community centers, misting stations, and splash pads: link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces. Or even visit a mall or shop. Finding a cool place near you, even for a few hours, is helpful.

portland.govApply for a Cooling UnitDetermine eligibility and request a cooling unit from the Cooling Portland program. For assistance by phone, contact 311. Applications are open through June 30, 2026.

21 June

💨 Portland residents may qualify for a free air conditioning unit! Call 311 or check your eligibility online before the June 30, 2026 deadline: www.portland.gov/bps/cleanenergy/cooling-portland/apply-cooling-unit

multco.usMost County offices closed for JuneteenthA majority of services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Friday, June 19.

18 June

➡️ A friendly reminder that most Multnomah County services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. For holiday closure details visit: multco.us/news/most-county-offices-closed-juneteenth