Metro is urging the Portland business community to support the extension of a voter-approved Supportive Housing Services tax that is set to expire in 2031, aimed at funding homelessness initiatives. However, recent documents suggest Multnomah County, the primary beneficiary of these funds, may have violated its own spending policies. This mismanagement could lead to a significant shortfall of $104 million, jeopardizing ongoing programs that support the homeless population in Portland and complicating the extension efforts.
Metro, the elected regional government, seeks support from the Portland business community to extend the 10-year Supportive Housing Services tax to fund homelessness programs beyond its 2031 expiration.
Recent disclosures reveal Multnomah County may have mishandled spending of Metro tax dollars, leading to a potential $104 million budget shortfall that could jeopardize homeless programs.
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