by Brandy Rodtsbrooks | May 1, 2026 | Advocacy, Housing
A.C.T. Now Lane is a coalition of community leaders, organizations, and residents working together to address Lane County’s housing and homelessness crisis. Our goal is simple: make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring by increasing housing, improving...
by Brandy Rodtsbrooks | Feb 25, 2026 | Cross Sector Collaboration
When I was asked to write about my decision to join ACT Now Lane, my first instinct was to take a neutral approach—to explain my choice in a way that felt safe and palatable. But that would have been a dodge. And to me it matters that I be open and honest. ...
by Brandy Rodtsbrooks | Jan 15, 2026 | Presentations, Uncategorized
In January, A.C.T. Now Lane was invited to present at the City Club of Eugene, a long-standing civic forum dedicated to informed, thoughtful dialogue on issues shaping our community. This presentation offered an opportunity to share why regional coordination, shared...
by Brandy Rodtsbrooks | Jan 14, 2026 | Housing
Building a Community Where Everyone Has a Home and a Voice If there’s one lesson to be learned from years of working with boards and organizations tackling poverty and homelessness, it’s this: no single person, agency, or sector can solve these challenges alone. The...
by Brandy Rodtsbrooks | Dec 18, 2025 | Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing
“I’m excited! I can’t wait! I mean, I can plug in stuff. I can go to sleep. I can lock my door!” – Joshua Most of us take these simple things almost entirely for granted. Having access to electricity. Having a place to sleep where you feel safe and secure. But,...
