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City manager says Portland will reallocate up to $125,000 in CDBG funds to address SNAP benefits loss

Portland City Council · October 3, 2025
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Summary

Daniel West told the council he will use administrative authority to reallocate up to $125,000 in unallocated CDBG funds to organizations addressing food insecurity (Preble Street among potential partners) as state and philanthropic partners also move funds to support affected residents.

City Manager Daniel West told the council that staff are preparing short‑term assistance options after changes that threaten SNAP benefits for local residents.

West said the city can reallocate up to $125,000 in unallocated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) administrative funds within his administrative authority to…

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