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Residents press Wilsonville council on housing affordability, Boone Bridge, safety and other local concerns
Summary
At the Jan. 23 meeting, multiple residents urged action on housing affordability and the Town Center plan, called for faster progress on the Boone Bridge, raised public‑safety concerns and questioned a utility right‑of‑way work on Beckman Trail; several speakers praised city programs and suggested more outreach.
During the Jan. 23 public‑comment period, more than a dozen residents addressed the council on a range of community issues, with a heavy emphasis on housing affordability and the Town Center plan.
Speakers who identified themselves as long‑time residents urged the council to prioritize housing options that allow workers and first‑time buyers to live in Wilsonville rather than being forced to commute. Supporters of denser Town Center proposals told the council that local employees — from nurses to restaurant and retail workers — are increasingly priced out of the community. Several commenters described friends or family who had already left the city for more affordable housing elsewhere.
Other recurring topics during citizen input included:
- Boone Bridge concerns: Multiple residents asked for clearer timelines and more public information on the I‑5 Boone…
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