"Portland's public transit agency is in a dire financial place, and it's unclear when-or if-help will arrive. In the meantime, TriMet is going to have to make major bus and MAX service cuts, potentially eliminating several entire bus lines. Riders still have a limited time to weigh in on the changes through a survey. The local transportation system appears to be facing a doom loop of its own, as service cuts lead to lower ridership which leads to cuts and so on."
"Portland City Councilors Angelita Morillo and Mitch Green asked Mayor Keith Wilson earlier this week to expedite enforcement of a new detention center impact fee. The new city code targets property owners whose tenants release harmful chemicals like tear gas. It went into effect January 2, but the fee structure and enforcement particulars have yet to be determined by administrative staff."
Portland businesses are participating in a nationwide strike and protest this weekend, with some local shops closed. TriMet faces severe financial shortfalls that will force major bus and MAX service reductions and possible elimination of entire bus lines, with a public survey open for rider input. Service reductions risk creating a downward ridership loop that prompts further cuts. City councilors requested expedited enforcement of a detention center impact fee targeting property owners whose tenants release harmful chemicals such as tear gas. The new code took effect January 2, but enforcement details remain undetermined by administrative staff.
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