Portland's newly elected city council has approved a $7.3 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, resulting in significant cuts to public safety, parks, and services addressing homelessness. The 4-1 vote, reported by The Oregonian/OregonLive, marks the first major test of the city's new government structure, implemented in 2025. The decision arrives as Multnomah County grapples with a $200 million deficit, creating tension between city and county leaders regarding their shared responsibiliti