6.3.26 Budget Work Session #21

The MultCoBoard held a budget work session on June 4, 2026, focusing extensively on reviewing and discussing numerous budget amendments and budget notes across various county departments. Key procurement-related topics included the evaluation and potential procurement of services such as a sheriff's office staffing study, assessments for homeless services including permanent supportive housing (PSH) fidelity and sustainability, and a housing innovation pilot involving nonprofit partnerships. The board also discussed capital improvement projects like the Cook Plaza emergency shelter and the North Portland Day Center renovation, with funds being allocated and contingencies set. Several budget notes addressed administrative consolidations, contract management improvements, and fleet decarbonization efforts, including plans for electric vehicle adoption and charging infrastructure. The session included discussions on potential cost savings and efficiencies in protective security services and health insurance purchasing pools. Votes and motions were anticipated on individual budget notes and amendments, with an emphasis on transparency, resource allocation, and timelines for reporting back to the board. The meeting highlighted the complexity of balancing budget priorities, procurement processes, and service delivery across county functions.