Housing

“The cost of housing is a real challenge in our community and a major driver of why people are becoming homeless. Voters approved key investments to address that through the Metro Housing Bond and funding for Supportive Housing Services.”

“The bond is on track to build 5,600 affordable homes – 1,700 more than the initial goal – with many meant for working families struggling to get by. Construction on the last of those projects will begin in 2026.”

“Ashton is leading work to provide better metrics and accountability on how supportive housing funds are addressing homelessness and to ensure that the funding can be used to create more affordable homes.the region.”

“Ashton is leading work to provide better metrics and accountability on how supportive housing funds are addressing homelessness and to ensure that the funding can be used to create more affordable homes.”

“Ashton was a foundational part of the 82nd Avenue Coalition to support equitable and sustainable growth along that corridor that preserves its cultural vibrancy and prevents economic displacement.”

“Ashton is a partner in the work to transform Halsey Street in East County as a hub for local businesses, more housing, and a safe, accessible commercial core for residents and visitors alike. Similarly, Ashton is working with Clackamas County to improve the Sunrise Corridor to reduce congestion, improve safety, and support local businesses and residents.”

“Housing Homes You Can Actually Afford As Metro Councilor, I’ve already delivered over 5,000 affordable housing units ahead of schedule and under budget and led policy to to add 20,000 new housing units through careful but urgent land use action. But we can’t stop there when working families are still being priced out of the communities they’ve helped build. Here’s what this means for you: if you’re a teacher, nurse, or small business owner, you should be able to afford to live near where you work. If you’re an elder who’s been here for decades, you should be able to stay in your community. If you’re a young person starting out, buying a home shouldn’t be impossible. If you find yourself experiencing homelessness, services should be accessible to recover and find stability. As Metro Council President, I’ll build big with smart financing, use our land better, and cut through red tape. No more excuses. We’re in a housing emergency and we need to better act like it. We’ll deliver homes that working people can afford.”

“As Metro Councilor, I’ve already delivered over 5,000 affordable housing units ahead of schedule and under budget and led policy to to add 20,000 new housing units through careful but urgent land use action. But we can’t stop there when working families are still being priced out of the communities they’ve helped build.”

“Here’s what this means for you: if you’re a teacher, nurse, or small business owner, you should be able to afford to live near where you work. If you’re an elder who’s been here for decades, you should be able to stay in your community. If you’re a young person starting out, buying a home shouldn’t be impossible. If you find yourself experiencing homelessness, services should be accessible to recover and find stability.”

“As Metro Council President, I’ll build big with smart financing, use our land better, and cut through red tape. No more excuses. We’re in a housing emergency and we need to better act like it. We’ll deliver homes that working people can afford.”

“Transit Transportation That Actually Works Getting around shouldn’t be a nightmare. When you can reliably get from Tigard to North Portland on a bus, or from your home in Wilsonville to the PDX airport, when an elder can safely walk to the grocery store, or ride your bike to work with confidence, when families don’t have to choose between car payments and rent, that’s when our transportation system works for everyone. I’ve already secured major investments for highway and community corridors as JPACT Chair, leading regional investments that are changing the way we move in our region. As Metro Council President, I’ll build smarter with fast bus service, safe streets for walking and biking, and housing near good jobs and transit. I believe that big infrastructure projects will be a formidable pillar of our economic recovery and future in our Metro regionGreater Portland. This means Bus Rapid Transit that actually gets you places quickly. Streets where families feel safe walking. Making sure that going green doesn’t mean going broke for working families.”

“I’ve already secured major investments for highway and community corridors as JPACT Chair, leading regional investments that are changing the way we move in our region. As Metro Council President, I’ll build smarter with fast bus service, safe streets for walking and biking, and housing near good jobs and transit. I believe that big infrastructure projects will be a formidable pillar of our economic recovery and future in our Metro regionGreater Portland.”

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“Housing & Homelessness As Chair of the Senate Committee on Housing and Development, Senator Jama has led the investment of over $4.5 billion in housing solutions over the past three years.”

“As Chair of the Senate Committee on Housing and Development, Senator Jama has led the investment of over $4.5 billion in housing solutions over the past three years.”