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Nepotism Accusations at PPS and a ‘Damning’ Arts Tax Audit. Plus, Mailbag

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Today on City Cast Portland, we’re looking into the possible nepotism at Portland Public Schools related to a $61 million contract and what our city auditor has to say about Portland’s beleaguered arts tax program. Plus, we’re also diving into our mailbag and hearing from you, our listeners.


Discussed in today's episode:

  • Portland Superintendent’s Daughter Lands Job With Firm Awarded $61M School District Contract (Oregonian)
  • Portland Watchdog Skewers City’s Arts Tax Program in Damning New Audit (Oregonian)


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