Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Sommers sit down with City Councilor Paul Tigan to discuss:

• Salem's current budget challenges.
• The upcoming livability levy proposal.
• Why local government matters in our daily lives.
• And much more!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and welcome

03:39 - Reasons for running for City Council

09:00 - Business consulting experience and city communications

12:23 - Understanding Salem's budget challenges

16:36 - Independent financial audit findings

20:23 - Livability levy details and property tax impact

27:49 - Myths about City Council divisions

30:31 - Humanizing local government

39:35 - Closing thoughts on Salem's future