6.4.26 Regular Meeting

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners held a regular hybrid meeting on June 5, 2026, focusing extensively on the adoption and amendment of the fiscal year 2027 budget. Key procurement-related discussions included multiple budget amendments addressing funding allocations for social services such as shelter programs, eviction prevention, workforce development, and housing placement. The board deliberated on restoring positions in various departments, including the District Attorney's office and health services, with attention to pay-for offsets and vacancy savings. Significant debate centered on funding for pre-trial services, including supervision and electronic monitoring, with input from court officials highlighting funding shortfalls for high-risk monitoring. The board also approved the Multnomah County Library District budget and related tax levies, and adopted financial and investment policies for FY27. Votes were taken on numerous amendments involving contract funding, capital projects, and service restorations, with some amendments passing and others failing. The meeting concluded with adoption of the overall budget, fee schedules, and acknowledgments of staff efforts throughout the budget process.