MCAS has hired Charles “Bud” Garrison as a Project Manager to develop and implement a work plan to address issues raised by the Review of Animal Services. Learn more about Bud and his new role.
Thank you to East Portland Moose Lodge 1891 for their fundraising events on March 4, 2023. They raised $2,580 from a rummage sale and dinner event, along with other pet supplies.
More than 100 outstanding recommendations have been identified and assigned to 31 projects, for staff to implement and report on progress going forward
Chair Jessica Vega Pederson's proposed FY2024 Budget includes 10 additional FTE for Animal Services. Learn more about the budget timeline and how the staff increase impacts animal care needs.
As MCAS responds to a shelter population and staffing crisis, we want to thank stakeholders, and be transparent about current issues. Here are frequently asked questions (FAQs) and their answers.
Chair Jessica Vega Pederson announced the next steps in her promise to conduct a detailed review of MCAS and begin work to address years of longstanding structural and management challenges.
An open letter to the Multnomah County Animal Services volunteer community from Chair Jessica Vega Pederson and Animal Services Director Erin Grahek.
The Portland area is one of the most dog-friendly communities in the nation, but our dog-topia only works if we all observe local ordinances that keep people and animals safe- including leash laws.
Join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week 2021, April 18-24th. Thank you to our volunteers for dedicating your time and talents to MCAS.
