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Residents press councilors for East Portland investment, ESD reforms and small business support during public comment
Summary
Nine public commenters urged the Arts and Economy Committee to prioritize East Portland economic needs, clarify ESD governance and protect small business and workforce funding; speakers also raised concerns about the scope of feasibility and transportation studies for proposed downtown arts projects.
During public testimony following presentations on performing arts venues, residents and stakeholders urged the Arts and Economy Committee to focus on neighborhood equity, clarity in enhanced service district (ESD) governance, and protection of small business and workforce development funding.
Several speakers linked the performing‑arts planning conversation to broader downtown and citywide equity questions. Lynn Felton (East Portland resident) said East Portland needs dedicated investment and asked councilors to make East…
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