2022 WCSO Annual Report - Report - Page 15
Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy
Al Roque shares, “WCSO HOPE
deputies respond to many calls for
service involving houselessness
that may not always require
law enforcement action. This
dedicated team actively engages
the community and builds
relationships – both help to create
opportunities for problem-solving
and de-escalation. HOPE deputies
work directly with EMP to connect
community members in need to
essential help and resources to
improve the safety and livability of
our community”.
Health & Human Services Solid
Waste & Recycling Manager
Thomas Egleston reflected on the
last year and a half of the program,
sharing, “We saw a tremendous
community need for a program
to address health and safety risks
in and around encampments.
As One Washington County, we
brought multiple departments
together to stand up a program
that is both compassionate and
trauma-informed, with the goal
of reducing the impact of health
and safety risks associated with
unsheltered homelessness.”
Learn more about Jeff, a long-time
camper who recently transitioned
into permanent, affordable
housing. These success stories
take time but can happen as we
continue to address the regional
homelessness crisis.
Complete the EMP’s online
form to report concerns about
an encampment, such as trash/
garbage, fire hazards, biohazards/
hygiene needs, drugs/alcohol, or
crimes.
WCSO HOPE deputies
respond to many calls
for service involving
houselessness that may
not always require law
enforcement action.
This dedicated team
actively engages the
community and builds
relationships – both help
to create opportunities
for problem-solving and
de-escalation.”
Sheriff’s Office Chief
Deputy Al Roque
If you are at risk or are currently
experiencing homelessness, or
to help someone in need,
contact Community Connect at
503-640-3263.
WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
2022 Annual Report
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