Gov. Tina Kotek won’t veto millions for water projects but raises concerns about pension upgrades, recovery housing

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Gov. Tina Kotek won’t veto millions for Oregon cities as she initially threatened

Earlier this month, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek said she was considering vetoing seven projects approved by the state Legislature this year. Kotek said she wanted proof that $16 million in projects would eventually result in new housing, before agreeing to allow that portion of the legislation to be enacted.On Wednesday, the governor announced she would not veto those projects after all. The money for the projects was part of a $376 million housing p…