Multnomah County Delays Moda Center Funding Vote Amid Union Opposition
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners has postponed a vote on contributing $88 million to the renovation of Moda Center, home to the Trail Blazers basketball team. The delay follows opposition from AFSCME Local 88, a key labor union representing over 4,000 county workers. The union's resistance stems from concerns over using Business Income Tax funds, which could otherwise support core services and prevent layoffs. The decision to delay comes as the Portland City Council prepares to vote on its $120 million share of the funding. The union's stance highlights tensions between local government priorities and labor interests. 
