Chair Jeff Cogen
Multnomah County Chair Jeff Cogen
Chief Diversity and Equity Officer
As Multnomah County grows and changes in the richness of race, ethnicity, gender, age, and sexual orientation, I will continue to invest in programs and initiatives aimed at reducing disparities in health and welfare throughout the community and within the organization.
In the 2011 Budget, I proposed funding for a Diversity and Equity Initiative which was unanimously supported by the Board. Integral to the success of the initiative is the hiring of a Chief Diversity and Equity Officer. A national search to fill that position is currently underway. If you are a qualified candidate with a passion to advance diversity and equity issues in a way that effects organizational change, please visit the county's website to apply.
Sincerely,
Jeff Cogen
What's New
Multnomah County Commissioners approve additional funding for ongoing Kyron Horman investigation
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!
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
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.
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