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Witnesses urge $10 million in lottery bonds for James Beard Public Market to revitalize downtown Portland
Summary
Supporters, investors and tourism and hospitality groups testified in favor of House Bill 3377, which would provide $10 million in lottery bond funding toward construction of the James Beard Public Market in downtown Portland; committee heard questions about budget details and requested business‑plan materials.
Supporters of House Bill 3377 told the House Committee on Economic Development, Small Business and Trade on Feb. 12 that a James Beard Public Market in downtown Portland would serve as a regional showcase for Oregon agriculture, create space for around 40 small businesses, and help revitalize the downtown core. The bill would provide $10,000,000 from the sale of lottery bonds to the Historic Portland Public Market Foundation for construction of the market and declares an emergency on passage.
Representative Shannon Jones Isidore, who represents House District 33, described the market as a “catalyst for revitalization” and said it would connect…
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