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Republican funding cuts and new eligibility rules for the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) could leave tens of thousands of Oregonians at risk of hunger. The changes, part of H.R. 1, will particularly impact vulnerable communities, including refugees and victims of trafficking. The ongoing government shutdown further complicates benefit distribution, with at least 313,000 recipients expected to be affected.
The Oregon Attorney General's Office calls for a full appeals court review following a 9th Circuit ruling allowing President Trump to deploy the National Guard in Portland. Attorney General Dan Rayfield warns that the ruling grants the president unilateral power to send troops onto city streets. Oregon officials plan to continue their legal battle against the deployment.
The Administrative Appeals Board will not hold meetings on Nov. 26, Dec. 24, and Dec. 31 due to low appeal volumes and holiday staffing challenges. Appeal submissions remain due by 9 a.m. on the Thursday before a meeting. Portland Permitting & Development thanks applicants for their understanding during this holiday period.
The City of Portland's Bureau of Planning and Sustainability proposed updates to solid waste and recycling administrative rules, with public comments due by November 1, 2025. The changes aim to modernize outdated regulations and improve service expectations for both residential and commercial waste collection. Key updates include formalizing bulky waste services and clarifying customer service response times.
The Historic Landmarks Commission will host Nicole Possert, executive director of Restore Oregon, for a presentation on local and statewide preservation efforts on Monday, Oct. 27, at 1:30 p.m. This event aims to foster collaboration in preserving Oregon's cultural heritage. Meetings are open to the public and conducted via Zoom.
The Portland City Council opposes the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that may allow National Guard troop deployments in the city. They emphasize that military intervention is unnecessary, citing a recent peaceful protest of nearly 50,000 participants. The Council remains committed to protecting Portlanders' rights against federal overreach.
A U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled 2-1 to allow the Trump administration to deploy the National Guard to Portland. Mayor Keith Wilson announced plans to appeal, emphasizing the need for local governance and accountability in public safety.
The Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) staff and Committee are reviewing the first annual Climate Investment Plan (CIP) to align it with community needs and program experiences. Due to stagnant revenue projections, funding adjustments will only involve reallocating existing resources. Public comments are invited until November 5, with a committee review scheduled for November and a City Council recommendation in December.
Portland voters will decide on a five-year property tax levy to address financial woes at Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) in a special election this fall. If approved, the levy will generate $456 million, primarily for basic operations, while failure to pass could lead to significant budget cuts and service reductions.
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