According to The Oregonian/OregonLive, Portland's City Council has approved a 2026-27 budget that slashes $100 million from public safety and homeless services. The 4-1 vote by the newly elected council addresses a $250 million deficit, which is largely due to declining commercial property taxes. This decision marks a significant moment for the city, as it is the first major test of the revamped 12-member council system that replaced the prior commissioner model in January 2025. The budget cuts