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Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Seeks Public Input on New Disaster Response Policy

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Published on December 05, 2025
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The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is seeking public input on a proposed policy outlining how it will maintain essential operations during natural or human-made disasters. Policy 725.00 establishes procedures to ensure continuity of critical functions through the agency’s Continuity of Operations Plan, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.

Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is inviting community feedback for 30 days, with all comments becoming part of the public record. This effort aims to promote transparency and strengthen the relationship between the agency and the community it serves.

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents and stakeholders to review and comment on its proposed Continuity of Operations Plan in Policy 725.00. The policy explains how the agency will continue essential functions during major disruptions, such as natural disasters or technical failures. Multnomah County has experienced various challenges in the past, and the draft plan is part of the agency’s efforts to prepare for future interruptions. The public can view the policy draft and submit feedback on the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office website.