February 17, 2023 10:20 a.m.

Congresswoman Val Hoyle, who represents the Fourth Congressional District, visited Corvallis on Thursday to meet with city and county leaders.

A release from Benton County Government said the focus of Hoyle’s visit included a coordinated response to homelessness by Benton County and the City of Corvallis with the aim of providing more affordable housing options in the future.

The county and city leaders met with Hoyle to discuss legislative priorities and other topics including homeless response, affordable housing projects, behavioral health and Benton County’s new crisis center that is currently under construction among other topics.

The release said Benton County is seeking funding for one-time state investments that will position the county to grow its infrastructure and financial capacity to better prepare for and respond to local emergency situations and safety issues.

The Fourth Congressional District also includes portions of Douglas County, including Roseburg.