Who should be responsible for solving homelessness?

Asked by KTVZ

416 Votes

Who should be responsible for solving homelessness?

61%

Local communities Local communities

39%

State lawmakers State lawmakers

61%

Local communities

Every community experiences a homelessness problem, but often to very unique extents. That's why local councils or government should be responsible for creating the game plan to... Show More

Every community experiences a homelessness problem, but often to very unique extents. That's why local councils or government should be responsible for creating the game plan to combat homelessness, versus a state government that's unfamiliar with a city's needs. People can also step up to help ease these problems by their own motivation. Show Less

5 Comments

Richard Dillard

I really think that both local and state should work together to solve the problem

Tim Griggs

Why dont we leave it up to the lazy people that want to live off the state. Get a damn job. McDonald's is hiring.

Ka San

the "lazy people" - "mcdonalds is hiring comment" - completely ignorant.

Lani Shobe

sociologists are probably the only people who understand that trying to group them all together is asking for trouble. divide them into small groups and spread them out.

Kevin Crabtree

how can anyone be unemployed in this economy unless you are mentally challenged or Just Plain Lazy and only one of those deserves help

Sam Ackerman

The homeless person is the ONLY person that is responsible for being homeless

39%

State lawmakers

Oftentimes, state lawmakers have the most sweeping control over institutional changes that would help homelessness in several cities. That's the best and fastest way to make a c... Show More

Oftentimes, state lawmakers have the most sweeping control over institutional changes that would help homelessness in several cities. That's the best and fastest way to make a change, in my opinion! Show Less

3 Comments

Leslie Ann

They raise our taxes so high that people become homeless, especially families.

Chas. Edwards

...legislative insurance liability protection reformation regarding donated property/structure for homeless

Lorina De Larm

Well in this state, making it a sanctuary state, they allowed the flood of illegal aliens take the housing from the American people, drive up housing war so this state has become a homeless state, I

Ka San

the santuary state comment - completely ignorant.

Should there be better vetting of candidates and reporting in the voters pamphlet?

Asked by KTVZ

72 Votes

Should there be better vetting of candidates and reporting in the voters pamphlet?

97%

Yes Yes

3%

No No

97%

Yes

2 Comments

Lisa York

EVERYTHING submitted by the candidates for inclusion in the voter's pamphlet should be thoroughly vetted!!!

Marie Gilbert

Because he is an elected official and should be 100% honest.

3%

No

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Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?

Asked by KTVZ

1,016 Votes

Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?

10%

YES YES

90%

NO NO

10%

YES

3 Comments

Louis Vaday

This made an error! I voted NO and it recorded yes! They shouldn't {and ALL} shouldn't be allowed on all public land because they do not follow rules! Dumping garbage, open flames during fire season, over extending time stay, etc. And now because of them our insurance is going up and land value goin

Lee Daggett

There humans too

Brad Hunter

Because they are steam rolling the homeless

90%

NO

21 Comments

Tammy Salka

The homeless are not residents, they are squatters!

Kayla Sulak

These people have had MONTHS of notice. Nobody ever told them it's acceptable to post up long-term there, so they shouldn't have planted their belongings out there if they have no way to move it. This sets a bad precedent if they're allowed to stay.

Richard Williams

I can no longer use this area of public land for fear of walking into a homeless camp or being attacked by their "pets". This land is for all of us to use, not just the homeless.

Joanna Lee

Safety should be the biggest concern here. If these people are homeless, they can travel to another area to reside. Forest service doesn't always implement preventative measures. So this being one of the times they do. Its important to make sure it happens. Before there is anymore devastating fires.

Shane Murray

The homeless have trashed the forest out there. It makes me sick

Greg Deadbolt Leach

Time to move these people to the Attorneys and Judges front lawns!!!

Karen Thrower

The China Hat area has been badly damaged and disrespected by campers.

Jeannie H.

How is this their "home"? Have they paid property tax like the rest of us? How is this state even justifying this?!?!

Nancy

They’ve had plenty of time to move. Why can the homeless trash/burn our beautiful forest? Tax paying citizens are only allowed to camp for 14 days! What about the homeowners rights near China Hat, they need to feel safe in their own community! This has gone on way too long and I’m surprised!

Lynn Marie Leehmann

If you look at the Federal Regulations for camping on Federal land it states only 14 days. These people have over stated their welcome, they need to go and they have known about this for at least six months.

Brad Aimone

It is ironic the Bend Equity Group has filed a lawsuit to block the closure. Where is the indignation for the horrible environmental damage done by these campers who’ve violated the USFS long standing limit of a 14 day stay in a primitive camp site?

Nancy Roquero

This has gone on too long. The forests near Woodside community and other neighborhoods need fire protection and protection from the homeless with guns and vicious dogs and the garbage left behind. The homeless have had plenty of notice.

Lisa York

the USFS has been planning this burn since Oct 2019... more than enough time for the homeless/advocacy groups to come up with a plan to move...

Debbie Boyd

This has been going on for way too long & it is ridiculous to postpone as they have known this needs to be done. The forest needs to be protected & these do gooders are too late to the game & so much time & money spent on homeless with ZERO results. We need DOGE. for Oregon!

Marie Gilbert

We live near China Hat and the fear of fire and crime is constant. Plus the forest is being destroyed by illegal cutting of trees, garbage and toxins

Bendlover

I haven't felt safe hiking or biking there for years due to the aggressive homeless people out there.

Pam

We need to ensure that the lands are managed for the enjoyment/needs of all peoples, not a select few

pamcuny

I worry every year WHO is in the woods starting fires, whether deliberate or unintentional consequences…

Jeff Sanders

I live near China Hat and used to love going out the with my dog. Once weapons started be pulled on people that stopped. I want my forest back. Good riddance to the whole lot. Don't ever come back.

Latterdaysaint

There needs to be more homeless shelters in the city!

Kim Kahl

The danger of fire starting in this area is incredibly high and impacts large subdivisions. It is mandatory to close this area for the safety of all. This should not be a place for camping to be allowed as it has been.

KTVZ

Who should be responsible for solving homelessness?

61% Local communities Local communities

39% State lawmakers State lawmakers

61% Local communities

39% State lawmakers

Should there be better vetting of candidates and reporting in the voters pamphlet?

97% Yes Yes

3% No No

97% Yes

3% No

Should a judge block the May first closure of China Hat road?

10% YES YES

90% NO NO

10% YES

90% NO

61%

Local communities Local communities

39%

State lawmakers State lawmakers

61%

Local communities

39%

State lawmakers

97%

Yes Yes

3%

No No

97%

Yes

3%

No

10%

YES YES

90%

NO NO

10%

YES

90%

NO