We’re voting no on measure 26-267

"Portland just closed a record $170 million shortfall — and we still kept every fire station, park, and community center open. Measure 26-267 would undo that work. It writes a permanent budget set-aside into our city charter — something no city in America has ever done — pulling at least $16 million a year from the fund that pays for shelter beds, park maintenance, and investigators, and handing it to a process the measure doesn't even define. No future mayor or council could adjust it. Portland can't afford it. Vote no on Measure 26-267.”

“We are already struggling to support basic city services. This measure puts those services at further risk of cuts, permanently. At least $16 million a year would come out of the same General Fund that pays for the essentials, like 911 dispatch and parks maintenance. I will be asking every Portland voter to join me in voting no on Measure 26-267 this November.”

“No, six councilors and the Mayor are all opposed to the measure. This measure is being presented by an outside group targeting Portland. City Council would have no ability to ensure spending is responsible and it will increase employee and services cuts by $16 million dollars every year.”