Oregon Gov. Kotek announces new effort to help housing shortage for seniors

Oregon Gov. Kotek announces new effort to help housing shortage for seniors

Gov. Tina Kotek said on Thursday she would funnel $94 million to help older Oregonians find affordable housing. The governor’s announcement comes shortly after the primary election, in which her Republican opponent, state Sen. Christine Drazan, is sure to highlight the lack of progress addressing the housing and homelessness crises in the state. Starting next month, Kotek said, the state will spend $24 million to build new affordable homes for o…

Gov. Tina Kotek unveils $94M in housing actions for older adults

Fresh off a win in the primary, Gov. Tina Kotek unveiled four new initiatives on May 21 aimed at addressing the housing needs of older Oregonians.

Gov. Tina Kotek announces $94M housing plan for older Oregonians

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek unveiled a major statewide housing initiative aimed at helping older adults remain safely housed so they can age in place.Governor Ko