Health, Safety & Resilience in Ashland
Ashland faces real and growing risks from wildfire, climate change, and public health challenges — including the Asante transition and the $4M healthcare access opportunity. Plans only matter if they're funded, implemented, and honestly evaluated.
Wildfire & climate resilience
- Fund and implement the Community Wildfire Protection Plan with urgency
- Support the Climate and Energy Action Plan with realistic timelines and accountability
- Invest in infrastructure resilience — water, power, and emergency services
- Ensure public safety staffing (police & fire / EMS) is adequate and sustainable
Healthcare and the Asante transition
The $4M Asante payment is a one-time opportunity to strengthen Ashland healthcare access. Dan supports investing in existing providers — Rogue Community Health and La Clinica — who already serve Ashland residents with primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy access, and school-based care. Transportation to regional services and care navigation should be priorities.
FAQ: Dan's full position on the Asante payment