Clackamas County Commissioners endorse $15M housing bond for redevelopment projects
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The Clackamas County Board of Commissioners convened on November 13, 2024, to discuss significant developments in housing and homelessness services. The meeting highlighted the approval of substantial funding for housing projects and the establishment of a new advisory board aimed at enhancing community engagement in homelessness issues.
Commissioner Scholl initiated a motion to endorse a preliminary commitment of $15 million in housing bond funds for the Clackamas Heights redevelopment and an additional $5.5 million for Hillside Park Buildings D and E. The motion received unanimous support from the board, reflecting a collective commitment to addressing housing needs in the county.
Following this, the board discussed the formation of a Community Homeless Advisory Board. Adam Brown, Deputy Director of Health, Housing, and Human Services, presented the proposal, emphasizing the need for a robust advisory structure to guide the county's expanding homelessness services system. This system has seen a significant increase in funding, now exceeding $75 million annually, necessitating a more inclusive approach to planning and decision-making.
The proposed advisory structure includes two primary bodies: the Community Homelessness Advisory Board, which will provide high-level leadership and recommendations, and the Housing Services Advisory Group, designed to gather broad community input. The board expressed the importance of ensuring diverse representation and addressing potential conflicts of interest within these groups.
Commissioners raised concerns about the advisory board's operational guidelines, particularly regarding conflicts of interest and the clarity of communication with the public. The board agreed to strengthen the bylaws to explicitly address these issues, ensuring that advisory members are trained on ethical standards and the importance of collaborative engagement with the community.
The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the bylaws for the Community Homeless Advisory Board, incorporating the discussed amendments. The board's actions signal a proactive approach to tackling homelessness and housing challenges in Clackamas County, aiming to foster a more responsive and inclusive system for all residents.
Commissioner Scholl initiated a motion to endorse a preliminary commitment of $15 million in housing bond funds for the Clackamas Heights redevelopment and an additional $5.5 million for Hillside Park Buildings D and E. The motion received unanimous support from the board, reflecting a collective commitment to addressing housing needs in the county.
Following this, the board discussed the formation of a Community Homeless Advisory Board. Adam Brown, Deputy Director of Health, Housing, and Human Services, presented the proposal, emphasizing the need for a robust advisory structure to guide the county's expanding homelessness services system. This system has seen a significant increase in funding, now exceeding $75 million annually, necessitating a more inclusive approach to planning and decision-making.
The proposed advisory structure includes two primary bodies: the Community Homelessness Advisory Board, which will provide high-level leadership and recommendations, and the Housing Services Advisory Group, designed to gather broad community input. The board expressed the importance of ensuring diverse representation and addressing potential conflicts of interest within these groups.
Commissioners raised concerns about the advisory board's operational guidelines, particularly regarding conflicts of interest and the clarity of communication with the public. The board agreed to strengthen the bylaws to explicitly address these issues, ensuring that advisory members are trained on ethical standards and the importance of collaborative engagement with the community.
The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the bylaws for the Community Homeless Advisory Board, incorporating the discussed amendments. The board's actions signal a proactive approach to tackling homelessness and housing challenges in Clackamas County, aiming to foster a more responsive and inclusive system for all residents.
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