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Portland mayor lambasts critics of Moda Center deal as county questions investment

Portland mayor defends Moda Center deal amid criticism and county concerns

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📍 Where it landed

The Trail Blazers owner stated that taxpayers must cover the entire Moda Center makeover. While Mayor Wilson reaffirmed support for the upgrades, Multnomah County debated the funding as a deficit loomed and protesters denounced the deal.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 69d ago, after coverage quieted.

What happened

The Portland mayor is defending the Moda Center deal against critics, as the county questions its investment. The controversy surrounds the funding of the Moda Center renovation, with taxpayers potentially covering the entire cost.

The debate has sparked protests and heated discussions. Coverage from various outlets, including OregonLive.com, Axios, and KATU, emphasizes the growing tension between the mayor and city council members over the deal.

The county is also weighing in, with Multnomah County debating the roughly $100M investment as a four-year deficit looms. What to watch next: the outcome of the Portland Metro Chamber meeting where the Blazers owner will address the Moda Center renovation funding, and the city council's decision on the project.

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Questions people are asking

Who is the owner of the Trail Blazers?

Tom Dundon

What is the estimated cost of the Moda Center funding?

roughly $100M

What is the concern of Multnomah County?

a four-year deficit

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People, places & organizations

Portland Trail Blazers Moda Center Blazers Tom Dundon Multnomah County Mayor Wilson Experienced Political Operator Assist Portland City Council With Moda Center Negotiations GALLERY Protesters

Topics

Moda Center Portland Trail Blazers Tom Dundon Multnomah County

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