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Portland Mayor Proposes $60 Million Cuts Amid $171.6 Million Deficit

4/22/2026

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Portland Mayor Keith Wilson will present his proposed budget to the City Council on Tuesday amid a projected $171.6 million deficit.
The budget includes nearly $60 million in cuts, including a 29% reduction in shelter services and a 32% cut to outreach programs.
Wilson plans to redirect $31 million in homeless funding from Multnomah County back to the city.
The plan includes investments, including a $200,000 marketing initiative.
Wilson remains optimistic about Portland's future despite these challenges.

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Portland Mayor Keith Wilson will present his proposed budget to the City Council on Tuesday amid a projected $171.6 million deficit.
The budget includes nearly $60 million in cuts, including a 29% reduction in shelter services and a 32% cut to outreach programs.
Wilson plans to redirect $31 million in homeless funding from Multnomah County back to the city.
The plan includes investments, including a $200,000 marketing initiative.
Wilson remains optimistic about Portland's future despite these challenges.