budget Archive
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African American Men & Youth Speak Out
Posted on May 18, 2011 | No CommentsBy Mindy Cooper Last week on Wednesday, May 11th, Commissioner Loretta Smith hosted a special town hall event where African American men cross-generations shared their perspectives of community, resource distribution... -
Higher Heat Bills Coming
Posted on December 22, 2010 | No CommentsPower rates soar while energy assistance is cut Electrical power rates are about to increase by double digits for customers of Pacific Power and to a lesser degree for... -
Wyden Opposes Military Ban
Posted on December 1, 2010 | No CommentsU.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., has called on the Senate to repeal the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy as part of the annual Defense Authorization bill making its way to... -
School Board Votes to Close Marshall
Posted on October 12, 2010 | No CommentsWith extra tight budgets for Oregon in the upcoming years, the Portland Public Schools Board, along with Superintendent Carole Smith (pictured), is prepared to take action Tuesday night on changes to its high school system, including the closure of Marshall High in southeast Portland, with intention to consolidate and strengthen the remaining schools. -
Don’t like how the city spends money? Here’s your chance to do something about it.
Posted on February 23, 2010 | No CommentsThe City of Portland is looking for people to serve on its Community Budget Advisory Board, which will have input on how City Council slices up its financial pie. The board is composed of five citizens who review budget proposals, amendments to the budget, and generally provide a voice for regular Portlanders as City Council goes through its budgeting process.
