WHAT’S AT STAKE: How Salem city council races could impact local homeless policy
This story is part of a series digging into what leaders in Salem think is at stake in the upcoming city election on May 19. Salem Reporter interviewed former elected officials, community leaders and local political experts to hear how they think the outcome of city council races and the political makeup of the council could shape the city’s future on key issues. Read all our city election coverage here.
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Thank you for such a long, extensive article on the homeless problem in Salem. Everyone, conservative or progressive, can agree that it is a major concern that needs solutions. I’m heartened to read of all the success even though it promises to get even worse again. Those who an afford it should continue to share with those in need. I also welcome this paper’s coverage of such programs so I know where to give.
Great article! A valuable resource for researchers/government officials. Yet it is hard to believe that city officials can drive by Front street near the Gilbert museum and think this is ok😕
Thank you for this excellent reporting about people who are unhoused and the programs and approaches to help them and the situation. I was away from Salem for some number of years and the article filled in the gaps in information about what happened during those years.
Come to Salem. You have no water or sewer bill. You can commit theft of grocery carts with impunity. You have no garbage bill but rather can destroy the environment with your trash and bodily waste. Get all the free stuff you need: food, shelter and clothing. Behaviors without consequences has been left out of the solution equation.