“We believe strong communities are built when people have places to gather, connect, and feel like they belong. But that starts with being able to afford to live here. We support the Astoria Housing Initiative because we want Astoria to remain a place where people can put down roots, build connections, and belong for years to come.”

There’s something deeply sad about people struggling to find housing while beautiful homes sit empty most of the year. Astoria has always stood out to me as a place where working-class life and community are still valued, and I want to keep it that way. I support the Astoria housing initiative because it provides a way for homes that sit empty to still contribute something to the community that they benefit from.

We have a small business in downtown Astoria, and would love to continue to do so. We employ two people part time. We’re part of the fabric of the community. But if we can’t afford to live here, we’ll have to leave — It’s very simple.