Regional leaders have paused controversial plans to open a homeless resource center in East Multnomah County.
Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson, alongside Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon, called for a 90-day pause on construction plans for the homelessness facility within the former Cook Plaza building, 19421 S.E. Stark St.
“There continues to be a great need for these resources in East County,” Vega Pederson said. “We are committed to staying at the table with elected leaders and the community to make sure our strategic visions align so that we can move these resources forward together.”…