Candidate for Oregon State Senate - District 16 in 2022 Oregon General Election.
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Get StartedSmall businesses and working families are the backbone of our community, from Tillamook to Astoria to Scappoose. Melissa will fight to bring good-paying jobs to our community, invest in workforce development so businesses can find and house qualified workers, and support entrepreneurs who are investing in the local economy. Learn more
Rising rents and home prices have taken a toll on our community. Melissa has seen this first hand when she treats patients in their homes. We need to take action to find affordable housing solutions for seniors and hard working Oregonians. In a state as great as Oregon, no one should have to sleep on the street. It’s time to take immediate steps to provide safe shelter, while also investing in mental health and wraparound services, and supporting coordinated local responses. Learn more
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their communities. We need major investments in our our crumbling infrastructure. We must build resilient communities that are ready for the challenges we face. This includes safe roadways and transportation systems throughout the district, updated water systems, communications and broadband infrastructure, and comprehensive emergency preparedness planning. Learn more
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