4.30.26 Regular Meeting

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on April 30, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key agenda items included the approval of the 2026-2027 budgets for the Dunthorpe Riverdale Sanitary Service District No. 1 ($7.35 million) and the Mid-Multnomah County Street Lighting Service District No. 14 ($1.8 million), both of which involved capital improvement projects such as the Elk Rock pump station construction and street light pole replacements. The board also approved budget modifications for capital improvements at Cook Plaza and Justice Center security upgrades, funded in part by HUD grants and reimbursements from the City of Portland. Additionally, a budget modification was approved to increase funding for the Preschool for All program's administrative costs under an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Portland. The meeting included discussions on the use of federal HUD funds for building renovations to support emergency shelter functions and the strategic planning of county assets. No public testimony was received on the budget items, and all motions related to budget approvals and modifications were passed by roll call votes. The board also discussed future economic affordability studies to inform county services and economic growth strategies.