News from the desk of Tina Irvine
Permanently Stop Tolling
Tolling is a non-starter for Clackamas County residents. What’s billed as a routine civic project is a regressive tax scheme that would extort the poor
Improve Public Safety
Safety is the bedrock of a livable community. When criminals get off scot-free and law enforcement doesn’t have the resources they need, everything falls apart.
End Chronic Homelessness
The Challenge: Homelessness has plagued communities throughout Oregon, and Clackamas County is no exception. Although we’re doing better than our neighbors, our community still has
Reduce Drug Addiction
Addiction happens on an individual level, but the effects extend far beyond the users, impacting family members, friends, and the broader community. It destroys futures,
Reinvigorate Our Economy
A strong economy is the backbone of a thriving community, enhancing the quality of life, increasing financial resilience, improving public services, and sustaining a sense
Beyond Decriminalization: Addressing the Root Causes of Drug Addiction
Drug decriminalization was sold to Oregonians as a forward-thinking, compassionate, results-oriented solution to the state’s surging addiction problem. The catastrophic fallout from Measure 110 has