Willamette Week

The Oregon Transportation Commission Again Defers Approval of Pricey Rail Projects Fronted by Rep. Greg Smith

The Oregon Transportation Commission still has doubts about the rail projects state Rep. Greg Smith helped approve and fund and is now getting paid privately to oversee.

Murmurs: Black Women Now Lead Portland Fire and Police Bureaus

In other news: Portland school district says more housing improves outcomes.

Rep. Greg Smith Is a Member of the Select Group That Doles Out State Dollars. He Also Makes a Tidy Living From Public Contracts. It’s Perfectly Legal.

State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) may be the best compensated lawmaker in Salem.

Murmurs: Wheeler Criticized for Singling out Hardesty

In other news: Jeff Cogen could run for Portland City Council.

The State of Oregon’s New Phone System Doesn’t Work—And It’s Beginning to Echo Previous Tech Fiascos

“No dial tone,” explained a state employee who couldn’t call us back.

Storm Gathers Over Referral of Tax Increase Lawmakers Passed Earlier This Year

Lawmakers who wrote a draft ballot title earlier accepted contributions from groups who have a financial interest in the ballot title.

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