1191 – Random Link

Portland is now aiding the homeless amidst the Coronavirus pandemic by sheltering them in motels. More than $22 million from the federal CARES Act money has been allocated to the initiative, and Mayor Ted Wheeler said he is open to buying the properties which can later be turned to affordable housing. Read the article below to see Portland’s plans on keeping the homeless off the streets and safe from the virus: https://www.oregonlive.com/coronavirus/2020/07/officials-balked-at-homeless-shelter-motels-price-tag-now-continue-to-add-more-in-portland.html