Joint Office of Homeless Services: Sustained focus on shelter system needed to address unmet needs

The City of Portland and Multnomah County established the Joint Office of Homeless Services in 2016 to centralize planning, policy, and funding for homelessness programs and coordinate and improve services to address homelessness in our community, including shelters.  Since the creation of the Joint Office, the number and types of shelters serving people experiencing homelessness […]

DOL moves to repeal independent contractor rule

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Department of Labor intends to rescind a 2024 rule on independent contractor classification, according to its regulatory agenda. The agency did not signal how it intends to change the rule under the Fair Labor […]

Basement Flood Sensors: Worth the Investment?

Basement flooding can hit your pocket hard, and the damage it causes can be extensive and expensive to fix. Have you ever considered investing in basement flood sensors? These handy devices can detect water intrusion early, potentially saving you thousands in repair costs. But are they really worth the investment? On one hand, they can […]