Gov. Kotek threatens to veto funds for seven local infrastructure projects across Oregon

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Gov. Kotek threatens to veto funds for seven local infrastructure projects across Oregon

Last week, Gov. Tina Kotek threatened to veto $14 million in state funding for seven local infrastructure projects unless they can clearly show they will result in new housing development. During this year’s short legislative session, lawmakers approved directing $100 million to 44 cities across the state for projects to support building new housing within five years. Among the cities and local agencies facing veto threats is Shady Cove, a city …