New background checks hurt experienced recovery workers By Amanda Waldroupe, Staff Writer Unforeseen consequences of a state law designed to protect vulnerable citizens dependent on residential care is impacting people’s abilities to find a job in social ...
16 Aug 2010 - Street Roots
Holding up the roof at the House By Amanda Waldroupe, Staff Writer The Housing Alliance is finalizing its advocacy agenda for the 2011 legislative cycle and preparing the case it will make to the state Legislature regarding why the state should support an ...
31 Jan 2011 - Street Roots
Inclusionary zoning combines social justice, community health By Jon Ostar, Contributing Columnist On May 24, Oregon House Bill 3531 got its first public hearing in Salem. HB 3531 repeals the statewide prohibition on inclusionary zoning. Inclusionary zoni ...
16 Jun 2011 - Street Roots
Accessing your vote: Legislation may mean more access to voting in Oregon By Jake Thomas, Contributing Writer Voter turnout in Oregon could see an increase among low-income individuals, students and others around the state. With less than 10,000 people re ...
4 Aug 2011 - Street Roots