P4P Ballot Measure Proposed to Redirect Metro Funds
“The measure strikes at the heart of an ongoing debate in the city over whether to prioritize the creation of shelter or permanent housing for people experiencing homelessness. People for Portland has long called for officials to expand shelter options and argued the status quo of tents lining streets is inhumane. Housing advocates, providers and elected officials have been wary of pouring too much money toward shelters, arguing that prioritizing housing is the one true way to end homelessness.”