County Commissioner Shannon Singleton

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📣The Voter Education Fund Grant Program opens today (Feb. 2, 2026). Up to five grants will support community-based voter education on ranked choice voting in East Multnomah County. The grants will go to nonprofit organizations serving residents in East Multnomah County: multco.us/votereducationgrant

HAPPENING TOMORROW
Join the Board and I in celebrating 3 very important proclamations. Thank you @vincejonesdixon.bsky.social for cosponsoring these proclamations. Refreshments will be served immediately following the proclamations. RSVP at bit.ly/MultCoBHM26. #BHM2026 #BlackHistory #BlackLiberation

Happy Black History and Futures Month!

The Blazers home is in my district and you all know I'm a huge sports fan! My high school basketball self longed to soar like Clyde the Glide. I know many people, not just friends, whose life stories and jobs are intertwined with this storied franchise. Multnomah County needs to show up as a full partner and I am digging in to what it will take to move a moda center renovation forward.

I have been getting a lot of phone calls about talks to renovate the Moda Center. I have been paying attention to the matter and want to put out this statement.

image of Commissioner Singleton with a quote. The quote reads: State-funded violence through federal agents needs to end. This kind of immigration enforcement and ICE activity must stop. I know many people are scared right now. We have people dying in detention, agents killing people in the streets, and communities left devastated. My heart goes out to so many communities. The way that federal agents are behaving is unacceptable. I encourage folks to turn their outrage into action. In times like these, community is critical. To find ways to get engaged, volunteer, or find resources, check out my LinkTree, take MigraWatch training, learn where you can be helpful in supporting your local nonprofits serving immigrants and refugees, find opportunities to connect with your community, and find opportunities for joy.

A short statement from me. Check out my Linktree for information, resources, and volunteer opportunities.
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Thank you!

I stand in solidarity with my City colleagues.

I am sickened and angry about the escalating violence our community continues to suffer at the hands of this authoritarian federal regime and their ICE bullies. Time and time again, we take to our streets with non-violent protests only to be met with federally funded violence and physical harm. People in our communities are not escalating this violence, they are. The shooting of human beings is not acceptable. Enough is enough. ICE is not welcome here.

I am sickened and angry about the escalating violence our community suffers at the hands of this authoritarian federal regime and their ICE bullies. Enough is enough. ICE is not welcome here. #Multco #D2 #StopICE #PDX #NoJusticeNoPeace

I am sickened and angry about the escalating violence our community continues to suffer at the hands of this authoritarian federal regime and their ICE bullies. Time and time again, we take to our streets with non-violent protests only to be met with federally funded violence and physical harm. People in our communities are not escalating this violence, they are. The shooting of human beings is not acceptable. Enough is enough. ICE is not welcome here.

I am sickened and angry about the escalating violence our community suffers at the hands of this authoritarian federal regime and their ICE bullies. Enough is enough. ICE is not welcome here. #Multco #D2 #StopICE #PDX #NoJusticeNoPeace

CLÍNICA LEGAL GRATUITA DE ELIMINACIÓN DE ANTECEDENTES Y REDUCCIÓN DE BARRERAS 14 DE ENERO DE 2026 12:00–5:00 PM Las Adelitas 6735 NE Killingsworth Street Portland, OR 97218 Podría ser elegible para recibir ayuda con: Eliminación de antecedentes penales Eliminación de desalojos Reducir delitos graves a delitos menores Condonación de multas y cargos (en multas de estacionamiento, tránsito y relacionadas con delitos) Cancelación de órdenes de arresto Servicios legales de Vivienda Servicios legales para licencias de conducir Revisión y asesoría de casos migratorios Preinscríbase antes del 7 de enero de 2026 https://bit.ly/communitylawclinic

FREE EXPUNGEMENT AND BARRIER REDUCTION LEGAL CLINIC JANUARY 14, 2026 12:00 - 5:00 PM Las Adelitas 6735 NE Killingsworth Street, Portland, OR 97218 You may qualify for help with: Criminal Record Expungement Eviction Expungement Reducing Felonies to Misdemeanors Waiving Fines and Fees (on parking, traffic, and criminal-related fines) Warrant Lifts Housing Legal Services Driver’s License Legal Services Immigration Analysis Pre-Register by January 7, 2026 at: https://bit.ly/communitylawclinic

For Cully Residents: RSVP today for the free legal clinic

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Walk ins are welcome but are first-come, first served. #legalhelp #legalclinic #D2 #Multco #Cully

CLÍNICA LEGAL GRATUITA DE ELIMINACIÓN DE ANTECEDENTES Y REDUCCIÓN DE BARRERAS 14 DE ENERO DE 2026 12:00–5:00 PM Las Adelitas 6735 NE Killingsworth Street Portland, OR 97218 Podría ser elegible para recibir ayuda con: Eliminación de antecedentes penales Eliminación de desalojos Reducir delitos graves a delitos menores Condonación de multas y cargos (en multas de estacionamiento, tránsito y relacionadas con delitos) Cancelación de órdenes de arresto Servicios legales de Vivienda Servicios legales para licencias de conducir Revisión y asesoría de casos migratorios Preinscríbase antes del 7 de enero de 2026 https://bit.ly/communitylawclinic

FREE EXPUNGEMENT AND BARRIER REDUCTION LEGAL CLINIC JANUARY 14, 2026 12:00 - 5:00 PM Las Adelitas 6735 NE Killingsworth Street, Portland, OR 97218 You may qualify for help with: Criminal Record Expungement Eviction Expungement Reducing Felonies to Misdemeanors Waiving Fines and Fees (on parking, traffic, and criminal-related fines) Warrant Lifts Housing Legal Services Driver’s License Legal Services Immigration Analysis Pre-Register by January 7, 2026 at: https://bit.ly/communitylawclinic

For Cully Residents: RSVP today for the free legal clinic

bit.ly/communitylaw...
Walk ins are welcome but are first-come, first served. #legalhelp #legalclinic #D2 #Multco #Cully

Happy New Year!

YouTube video by Multnomah County Communications Multnomah County: Feeding families, helping the most vulnerable amid record-breaking food demand

📣 FOOD RESOURCES: While the demand is high for food, so is the outpouring of support. If you or someone you know needs food support this holiday season:

✔️Visit multco.us/food to find food resources.
✔️You can also call @211info.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_LcErVALdY

Picture of Chair Vega Pederson with text that reads "A lot of people talk about what it means to serve the public. Chair Vega Pederson has done so in action. During her time in the legislature, as a county Commissioner, and as Chair, she always aimed to help families. As another woman of color, I thank her for her service and giving so much to support the community. I wish her well in whatever she decides to do next."

Like many of you, I heard this morning that @jvegapederson.bsky.social is not seeking reelection next year. I wish her well in whatever she does next. I want to thank her for her commitment to Multnomah County. #Multco

Sanctuary Town Hall. Join Commissioner Shannon Singleton and Chair Jessica Vega Pederson for a joint town hall to talk about Multnomah County’s effort to update its sanctuary policies and status. This event will be virtual, with staff presenting draft language and taking questions and comments from the public. The Board is scheduled to consider a draft resolution and any budget adjustments Dec. 18. December 15 | 6:30pm | virtual. RSVP: bit.ly/Multnomah_Sanctuary

This evening, please join @shannonsingleton.bsky.social and I for a virtual town hall to talk about Multnomah County’s effort to update its sanctuary policies and status.

RSVP here: bit.ly/Multnomah_Sanctuary

The County needs to support our immigrant & refugee community members. Join me & Chair @jvegapederson.bsky.social for a virtual townhall to talk about Multnomah County’s effort to update our sanctuary policies. bit.ly/Multnomah_Sa....

We will limit comments to 3 mins & provide interpreters.

An informational graphic set against a background of a residential street with autumn leaves. A large orange banner at the top reads "Call 2-1-1." Below, two text bubbles state: "211info is a private, community-based nonprofit" and "Helps people identify, navigate, and connect with local resources." The bottom orange footer displays the Multnomah County logo and the website: Visit: 211info.org.

🧡 Even during the best of times, the holidays can be tough. If you or a loved one need help this season, the local resources below are ready to help. Please share them with anyone who may need them. 2-1-1 helps people identify, navigate, and connect with local resources, including food resources.

A message from Commissioner Singleton. On Thursday, November 6th, several schools in North Portland went into lockdown due to I.C.E kidnapping and heightened presence in the area. This led to fear, confusion, and community coming together.

"It broke my heart to hear schools in North Portland had to go into lockdown because of the I.C.E presence in the community. My staff was contacted by several County employees at impacted schools and in the area with questions and asks for support. Kids should not have to worry about their parents, teachers, classmates, or anyone being kidnapped by ICE for taking them to and from school."

" Yesterday, I went to one of the impacted schools at dismissal time, and my heart was warmed by seeing so many concerned community members showing up to support our little ones. Multnomah County residents showed up for each other, and it was beautiful. Many have continued to contact my office asking how they can help, so I have gathered some information."

Get Educated! There are trainings to help people recognize and report I.C.E. Here are some I know of: Portland Immigrants Right Coalition's Migra Watch Latino Network's Immigration Resource Guide Oregon Justice Research Center's Know Your Rights Training Take Action! Use your knowledge to volunteer your time with grassroots efforts: Portland Immigrants Right Coalition IMIrG's Accompaniment Program PAT and Together Lab's Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteers Voz's Adopt A Day Labor Corner Volunteer Sign Up Build Community! Share verified information Reach out to others and your elected officials

Here is a message from me along with information. This week was very trying for many families and many are tired. I want to thank my team for their work this week as we navigated everything. Find helpful links on my link tree. linktr.ee/shannonsingl... #D2 #Immigration #NoICE #MultCo

A message from Commissioner Singleton. On Thursday, November 6th, several schools in North Portland went into lockdown due to I.C.E kidnapping and heightened presence in the area. This led to fear, confusion, and community coming together.

"It broke my heart to hear schools in North Portland had to go into lockdown because of the I.C.E presence in the community. My staff was contacted by several County employees at impacted schools and in the area with questions and asks for support. Kids should not have to worry about their parents, teachers, classmates, or anyone being kidnapped by ICE for taking them to and from school."

" Yesterday, I went to one of the impacted schools at dismissal time, and my heart was warmed by seeing so many concerned community members showing up to support our little ones. Multnomah County residents showed up for each other, and it was beautiful. Many have continued to contact my office asking how they can help, so I have gathered some information."

Get Educated! There are trainings to help people recognize and report I.C.E. Here are some I know of: Portland Immigrants Right Coalition's Migra Watch Latino Network's Immigration Resource Guide Oregon Justice Research Center's Know Your Rights Training Take Action! Use your knowledge to volunteer your time with grassroots efforts: Portland Immigrants Right Coalition IMIrG's Accompaniment Program PAT and Together Lab's Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteers Voz's Adopt A Day Labor Corner Volunteer Sign Up Build Community! Share verified information Reach out to others and your elected officials

Here is a message from me along with information. This week was very trying for many families and many are tired. I want to thank my team for their work this week as we navigated everything. Find helpful links on my link tree. linktr.ee/shannonsingl... #D2 #Immigration #NoICE #MultCo

Can't wait to see folks there! Join me at Park City Pub. #Multco #D2 #CommunityConversation

There you'll find a list of resources and information to help understand the crisis we are in and how you can provide support. It will be updated regularly. Please remember that financial donations go further because many of these places have bulk discounts and/or purchase culturally specific foods to support all families.

We are headed into the holiday season. Many senior centers, public places, and schools will be closed. We are in a crisis and we have a wonderful community that is ready and willing to support each other, they just need leaders. Leaders that can help share information, strategies, and resources. We need to rise to this occasion and collaborate. Communication needs to be open and not paternalistic. Our most vulnerable are our most resilient and we need to know what they are doing so we can support them and modify our system to help all families

"We need to make sure any funding that goes out is accessible for smaller groups and orgs. Many already do incredible work and are trusted. There are groups that provide culturally specific foods like Feed’em Freedom Foundation. There is the Jewish Family & Child Service (JFCS). They know what they are doing, and we need to support their work and listen to what their needs are."

"Also we are in a time where many immigrants and refugees are not leaving their homes out of fear. We have LGBTQI2S+ people staying home due to fear because of the policies by this federal regime; we need to center access to our solutions. We have disabled individuals who aren’t leaving home, we need to support delivery services that people trust to get them food as well. I say this because we need to be bold and broad with our support. We as the County do some things well, but there are others who also do things well. We don’t need to duplicate, we need to bolster. We need to make sure that they also get funding."

Last Friday the Board spoke about food systems and ways we can support families in need. Please visit www.multco.us/food for more info about resources. Big thanks to businesses in my district like Mikiko Mochi Donuts, DB Dessert Company, El Sombrero Tapatio, Red Sauce Pizza, Miss Delta, and more.

Visit www.multco.us/food There you'll find a list of resources and information to help understand the crisis we are in and how you can provide support. It will be updated regularly. Please remember that financial donations go further because many of these places have bulk discounts and or purchase culturally specific foods to support all families.

People will not get SNAP aka Food stamps starting tomorrow. Please check out the new Multnomah County landing page. There you'll find a list of resources and information to help understand the crisis we are in & how you can provide support. Remember that cash donations go further. #Multco #D2 #SNAP

I am looking to do what I can to bolster the systems in our county and region to ensure that Multnomah County residents are fed. The specific systems I am looking at include: advocating for funding to the Oregon Hunger Response Fund (OAR 461.192); allocating local funds to the Oregon Food Bank and/or the Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon to distribute to smaller organizations and pantries; and, in the long term, find solutions that support our County’s farmers, community gardens, and local markets to better address pervasive and consistent food insecurity in our community.

I and Commissioner Brimm-Edwards shared a memo last night to outline short, medium, and long term needs, including advocating for funding to the Oregon Hunger Response Fund. I look forward to us talking more about tomorrow in our Special County meeting at 9:30am. Tune in on YouTube! #SNAP #MultCo

The Independent Court Appointed Monitoring Team will be hosting a community Town Hall meeting on Nov 13th from 6-8p. Community members can attend in-person or virtually. If you're planning to be in person, RSVP by emailing info@portlandpolicemonitor.com.

Like many of you I am disturbed and disappointed by the ruling of the court. I wanted to craft a message to express what my thoughts are. This ruling is not the end all be all. WE are stronger together and we will resist. #Multco #D2 #Immigration

In April, I shared my SHS reform proposal with Metro and my county colleagues and have continued working with them and our county partners to bring forward reforms to ensure that this critical funding is doing what voters intended it to do. The goal is to leverage existing programs, partner with other agencies, and collaborate with other local leaders to reshape and strengthen our safety net. I have proposed reforms to our homeless services work to:

Problem: Lack of access to housing placement at many shelters. Solution: Bring greater equity and flexibility to our shelter system by transitioning site based case management to a mobile model that has proven successful for years. This can improve flow through our system and ensure that no matter what shelter someone accesses, they have a worker who can connect them with services while they are on their housing journey

Problem: We need to save money but meet goals Solution: Creating intentional programming to utilize a long standing practice of hotel and motel sheltering to support our efforts to meet the Community Sheltering Strategy goals at a lower cost than our other shelter models.

Problem: Lack of investments from federal level means strained local dollars Solution: Work with the City of Portland and Home Forward to find opportunities to get families, who we know are or will lose housing due to changes in federal funding, into affordable housing vacancies.

Today, The County Commission will discuss some of my proposals. The last few months have been disheartening. Every day, we learn about another program that has been gutted, cut, or a funding stream no longer exists. My office has not been standing by. We've been determined to find solutions. #MultCo

Yesterday, I got to provide testimony about Federal overreach & codifying the City’s Sanctuary Status into code. It made me think about the conversation we’ll have at the County this morning regarding how to prepare our County’s safety net due to federal disinvestment. Tune in at 9:30AM #Multco #D2

This Wednesday at 6 PM, Council will consider 2 items about federal actions in Portland: the Protect Portland Initiative resolution, & the Sanctuary City Codification ordinance.

@counciloravalos.bsky.social & I made this video to give a little more info about the legislation.

See you Wednesday!

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! #D2 #MultCo #IndigenousPeoplesDay