4.29.26 Budget Work Session #4

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners held their fourth budget work session on April 29, 2026, focusing primarily on the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget for the Department of Community Justice (DCJ) and the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC). The DCJ presented a budget that includes a nearly 4.7% reduction totaling over $4 million and a reduction of 25 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff, including three management positions, reflecting ongoing fiscal constraints and state funding variability. Key procurement-related discussions included the continuation and funding of critical programs such as the Adult Stabilization and Readiness Program (SARP), juvenile culturally responsive youth and family treatment services, and victim and survivor services. The Community Budget Advisory Committee (C-BAC) expressed support for the proposed budget but raised concerns about cuts to specific programs, urging restoration of victim advocate positions and culturally responsive juvenile services. The DCJ also highlighted capital improvement projects, including the ongoing expansion at the East Campus and upgrades to juvenile detention facilities. The LPSCC presented its first budget, maintaining steady funding and staffing levels, with emphasis on grant management and community engagement initiatives. The board discussed potential budget amendments, including a $1.5 million one-time capital fund allocation for the completion of a historic altar at Lone Fir Cemetery, funded by reallocating vector control budget funds. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but the session included detailed budget presentations, program evaluations, and discussions on service delivery and staffing impacts.