@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialOpponents of Portland's proposed surtax warn it could drive employers away and lead to job losses, arguing that such issues need federal solutions, not local legislation.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's CEO pay-ratio surtax has not only generated $5 million annually but also presents an opportunity to narrow pay gaps even further!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland is considering a bold proposal that could exempt 18,000 small businesses from certain taxes while imposing higher surtaxes on large corporations, aiming to safeguard essential city services amid financial challenges.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCouncilor Novick is pushing for a bold move to allocate 40% of Portland's Clean Energy Fund to transportation, arguing it's essential for reducing fuel demand and fighting climate change.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's council just passed groundbreaking reforms to enforce stricter reporting and penalties for fuel terminals, ensuring accountability like never before!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCouncilors in Portland are at a crossroads: should hazardous tank replacements speed through a fast track or undergo a thorough public review to ensure community trust?
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialThe battle over aviation fuel storage in Portland heats up as councilors clash between economic concerns and environmental limits, leaving the future of the airport hanging in the balance.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland City Council just approved crucial amendments to strengthen safety and transparency in the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub, responding to community feedback for a safer, more resilient future!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's council just made a pivotal move to link climate investment with transportation safety, setting the stage for a greener future!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland residents are demanding answers about $106 million in unspent housing funds and the implications of autonomous-vehicle operations on public safety.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialCouncilor Steve Novick is proposing a radical shift in how Oregon funds public safety, making prison costs a line item in county budgets to encourage a focus on alternatives like treatment and reentry.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland councilors are pushing for $7 million to transform state highway cleanups into compassionate services that help those in need rather than just displacing them.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's historic neighborhood program is hanging by a thread with just one funded coordinator left—could this be the wake-up call for urgent reforms?
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland councilors are pushing for a radical shift in how community input is gathered, emphasizing the need for earlier engagement and practical support to ensure every voice is heard in decision-making.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland councilors are demanding clarity on housing priorities and funding as they push for urgent action on homelessness and the Broadway Corridor project.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's council is making a bold push to prioritize behavioral health in the 2027 legislative agenda, highlighting critical gaps in care that impact the entire city.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland City Council just made history by adopting a groundbreaking Psychedelic Health and Safety Code, emphasizing community wellness and public safety!
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland is gearing up for the 2027 legislative session, and officials are calling for a united front to tackle critical issues like housing and transportation.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialPortland's Civic Life is set for a major transformation as the interim chief outlines a bold roadmap to rebuild after years of staffing cuts and turnover.
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@citizenptnewsor.bsky.socialMichelle Dewberry, a grieving mother and board chair of Families for Safe Streets, is pushing for the "Stop Super Speeders" bill to combat the alarming rise in traffic deaths on Oregon roads.
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