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State Senator Noah Robinson with the latest from the legislature, the bill to move the ODOT tax date is moving, and he has introduced a bill to greatly increase the political tax credit, open phones follow.

State Rep Dwayne Yunker is all over the latest from the state legislature...looks like a move on that tax, ODOT bailout. Ken Rapoza from the Coalition for a prosperous America...Canada pulls away from the U.S., what happens next?

City of Reading - ODOT Reading Road Presentation - January 28, 2026

Scott gets an update on the state of of the roads from Matt Bruning from ODOT. Also civil rights attorney Rob Linneman explains what protestors and police are allowed to do during protests. Finally Hamilton County Medical Director Dr Stephan Feagins explains what the remainder of flu season will look like.

Scott gets an update on the state of of the roads from Matt Bruning from ODOT. Also civil rights attorney Rob Linneman explains what protestors and police are allowed to do during protests. Finally Hamilton County Medical Director Dr Stephan Feagins explains what the remainder of flu season will look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott gets an update on the state of of the roads from Matt Bruning from ODOT. Also civil rights attorney Rob Linneman explains what protestors and police are allowed to do during protests. Finally Hamilton County Medical Director Dr Stephan Feagins explains what the remainder of flu season will look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special weather-related Roundtable, we'll talk about how the cleanup is going, and get an update from ODOT, the city, and NBC4 meteorologist Ben Gelber. Plus, reporters discuss the ICE-involved fatal shooting in Minneapolis and bring you the Ohio reaction.

Sterling is back keeping you updated on the latest news and weather regarding one of the biggest storms we have seen in quite some time. Kathleen Fuller from ODOT updates us on the roads, Jay Ratliff on airport delays and more. Willie and Sterling have a spirited debate at the end of the show.

Sterling is back keeping you updated on the latest news and weather regarding one of the biggest storms we have seen in quite some time. Kathleen Fuller from ODOT updates us on the roads, Jay Ratliff on airport delays and more. Willie and Sterling have a spirited debate at the end of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterling is back keeping you updated on the latest news and weather regarding one of the biggest storms we have seen in quite some time. Kathleen Fuller from ODOT updates us on the roads, Jay Ratliff on airport delays and more. Willie and Sterling have a spirited debate at the end of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterling is back keeping you updated on the latest news and weather regarding one of the biggest storms we have seen in quite some time. Kathleen Fuller from ODOT updates us on the roads, Jay Ratliff on airport delays and more. Willie and Sterling have a spirited debate at the end of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterling gets you prepared for SNOWMAGEDDON! He talks with ODOT's Kathleen Fuller about their preparations for keeping the roads cleared. Paige Cosgrove of Cincinnati Animal Care explains why they need help taking care of dogs and cats in the cold. Sterling also wants to know what your go-to food is as you hunker down to ride out the snow.

Kotax's CYA admission of mistake with her gas tax increase: 89% oppose vote date swap: https://oregoncatalyst.com/94152-kotek-admits-mistake-89-oppose-gas-tax-vote-swap.html Who's running for Gov? https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/01/incumbent-state-lawmakers-jan-6-rioter-who-is-running-for-oregon-governor.html Candidates forum at WLN Jan 31st: https://wlnexecdir.wixsite.com/wstlbtnet ODOT outlines job cuts but not non effective spending: https://katu.com/news/politics/odot-outlines-potential-job-cuts-to-tackle-a-242m-budget-gap-amid-funding-uncertainty-oregon-transportation-roads-maintenance-drivers-politics-local-kotek-community-republicans-democrats  

State Rep. and Republican candidate for governor Ed Diehl joins the show. He talks about entering the race, his strengths, also the Dem scheme to move the ODOT gas tax repeal to May. Dr. Jane Orient talks with me abt how a new Trump health plan may look.

Willie talks with attorney Austin LiPuma who is representing some college students in an injury lawsuit. Also Luke Brennaman recaps his call of the Indiana Hoosiers in the National Title game. Finally Jennifer Ketchmark of WCPO and Matt Bruning of ODOT preview the big winter storm coming in this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1935 AG opinion says legislature can't repeal tax increase once it's on the ballot: Expect Rayfield to challenge: https://oregoncatalyst.com/93945-rep-diehl-ag-confirms-lawmakers-repeal-referred-gas-tax.html Lies: ODOT may cut 1k jobs: They have the money: https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/odot-warns-it-could-cut-more-than-1k-jobs-without-further-funding/ What matters: making homes affordable again: https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/make-homes-affordable-again-5970282?ea_src=frontpage&ea_med=section-1 Homelessness jumped 33%: https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2026/01/homelessness-jumped-35-in-oregon-heres-why-its-unclear-how-the-state-ranks-nationally.html WA fed judge blocks Trump's election EO nationwide: https://x.com/RickyDoggin/status/2011847330258104730 NED: funded by us and used against us by the CIA: https://x.com/MikeBenzCyber/status/2011903127625351660 

State Rep. Dwayne Yunker talks about the legislative days, upcoming session, Gov. Kotek wants the ODOT tax package canceled! Geologist Gregory Wrightstone, author of A CONVENIENT WARMING - Pres. Trump withdraws from climate groups, what does it mean?

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – I step inside an Ohio prison where incarcerated workers build every ODOT snow plow truck. What I find is not busywork, but skilled manufacturing, responsibility, and dignity. Through Ohio Penal Industries, men gain certifications, real wages, and pride while producing lifesaving equipment. The work reduces recidivism, strengthens public safety, and proves purpose can exist even behind...

On December 30th, Chief Petitioners plunked down the last pile of signatures on the Secretary of State's desk. It was a slam dunk for the Oregon System.In a record-breaking 40-ish days, a quarter-million Oregon voters lined up in every county to sign the “Stop the Gas Tax” petition and refer Governor Kotek's $4.3 billion transportation tax to the November ballot.These voters participated in the “Oregon System,” a form of direct democracy passed in 1902 and giving voters the right to challenge legislation in a veto referendum. Since then, Oregon voters have repealed 42 laws.Oregon Freedom Coalition's Nick Stark told Cascade there were nearly enough signatures to even qualify for a constitutional referendum.The record-breaking signature drive signaled legislators that Oregon's voters are up for any challenge—especially the legislative session beginning in February.No sooner had Stark spoken, when Governor Kotek called for lawmakers to “redirect, repeal, and rebuild” the transportation bill, admitting that “thousands of Oregonians across the state have made their point.”As designed, the Oregon System earned the Governor's attention.So what's next? The Bill's Chief Petitioners say a full repeal isn't the best answer as it would gut the good parts, re-institute tolling, and halt the audit of ODOT.In any case, the Governor and her supermajority are back where they started one year ago, unable to govern and unable to carry out the state's most basic functions: to maintain roads and bridges—the stuff all of us need and care about.Two things—a lack of imagination in spending solutions and a narrow fixation on collecting more taxes—make up a mindset where nothing can be done unless voters pay more for less—more for gas taxes, more for fees, more for dying transit, and more for fewer roads and fewer lanes for cars.While New York's socialist mayor touts the “warmth of collectivist action” — taxpayers in Oregon were nearly condemned to the cold gulag of blistering tax increases and service decreases. That is, until a quarter-million voters decided to light a fire, ignited by the spark of individual freedom.

OR Dems defending/supporting dangerous alleged criminals who got shot trying to run over CBP agents in Portland. https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2026/01/portland-police-responding-to-report-of-shooting-by-federal-immigration-agent.html Disgraceful PPB chief defending Trend Da Aragua gangster shot after trying to run over CBP agents: https://x.com/JohnMcCloy/status/2009451925842883017 Bynum just torpedoed her re election with profane press release: https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2026/01/portland-police-responding-to-report-of-shooting-by-federal-immigration-agent.html Lar's take on MN ICE shooting: https://oregoncatalyst.com/93735-lars-larson-ice-shooting.html Need J6 level manhunt for everyone who obstructs enforcing immigration law: https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/09/we-need-a-j6-level-manhunt-for-everyone-who-obstructs-immigration-law-enforcement/ Expect Rayfield to join his 53rd lawsuit suing Trump over freezing child care funding cause of MN daycare fraud: https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/five-states-sue-trump-admin-over-10-billion-freeze-in-child-care-family-assistance-funds-5968514?ea_src=frontpage&ea_med=section-1 Treasury Sec in MN and investigating wire money Somali fraud: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/us-treasury-secretary-bessent-are-moving-minnesota-will/ Omar busted with 1M earmark for substance abuse clinic in a restaurant: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/busted-ilhan-omar-tried-slip-1m-fraud-linked/ MN fraud whistleblowers being threatened by govt to stay silent; https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/2009188335873302712 Soros funding thousands of groups tied directly to domestic terrorism: https://x.com/WallStreetApes/status/2009462041686495489 ODOT hid 7B IBR cost increase for months so Kotax could pass a gas tax increase: https://oregoncatalyst.com/93762-odot-hid-7b-problem-public-gas-tax-referendum.html Rep Diehl on ODOT lying about hiding the doubling cost of the IBR cost: no more blank checks! https://x.com/Real_EdDiehl/status/2009356592890958212 Voter fraud in WI: In 2020 WI had 7.1M registered voters when they only had 4M adults: https://x.com/its_The_Dr/status/2009440065840140701 

ODOT preparing for another round of winter weather tonight; 2 people found shot to death in a Columbus home, 2 young children found there unharmed; year-end crime stats in Cleveland show an improvement in crime rates; new bill at the Ohio Statehouse seeks to name a portion of Interstate 70 after President Donald Trump.

Another bad Kotax idea may get repealed by the people: https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2025/12/26/effort-to-erase-homeless-camping-protections-moves-closer-to-the-ballot/ State employees earned by 4.4B last year, more than 500M more than previous year: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/12/oregon-state-employees-earned-44-billion-last-year-search-pay-for-all-workers.html Bend Bulletin editorial parrots Dem ODOT talking points while not saying anything about R's alternative plan to tax increases: https://bendbulletin.com/2025/12/27/editorial-where-odot-may-make-cuts-for-oregon-roads/ Somalia Minnesota exposed fraud is just the beginning: https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/2005309795931185208 Omar's personal wealth went from 0 to 30M in one year: is she getting a cut of fraud: https://nypost.com/2025/12/27/us-news/ilhan-omars-hubbys-30m-firm-quietly-scrubs-names-from-website-as-squad-member-faces-mounting-questions-on-sudden-wealth-amid-minnesota-welfare-fraud/ Somali migrants without car insurance get no ticket after causing major hit and run car crash: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/12/alleged-somali-migrants-without-insurance-get-major-hit/ Kash/FBI release statement on Somali fraud: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/12/fbi-director-kash-patel-releases-statement-minnesota-fraud/ Minneapolis Daycare scandal is unique to blue states? https://thefederalist.com/2025/12/29/minneapolis-daycare-scandal-reveals-the-trajectory-of-blue-zone-fraud-culture/ Trump's economy defies experts: https://www.theepochtimes.com/opinion/one-year-in-trumps-economy-defies-the-experts-and-outpaces-g7-5961086?ea_src=frontpage&ea_med=section-1   

In today's The Radar podcast, WFMJ Chief Meteorologist Eric Wilhelm discusses winter weather and how we deal with it.Joining Eric are Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 Public Information Officers Ray Marsch and Justin Chesnic, who share how ODOT prepares for bad weather, including how treating roads for snow, sleet and freezing rain has changed over the years.

One person is dead and nine are hospitalized after possible carbon monoxide poisoning in Central Ohio's Fairfield County; body found after Toledo house fire may be that of a missing woman; ODOT proposes a major project near Cleveland; additional details released in the termination of Ohio University's football coach.

Sterling and Donna D battle the snowy weather with ODOT's Kathleen Fuller, and break down recent sports news, including Joe Burrow's press conference and the scandal surrounding now-former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore.

Sterling and Donna D battle the snowy weather with ODOT's Kathleen Fuller, and break down recent sports news, including Joe Burrow's press conference and the scandal surrounding now-former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterling and Donna D battle the snowy weather with ODOT's Kathleen Fuller, and break down recent sports news, including Joe Burrow's press conference and the scandal surrounding now-former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterling and Donna D battle the snowy weather with ODOT's Kathleen Fuller, and break down recent sports news, including Joe Burrow's press conference and the scandal surrounding now-former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore.

Delaware County Prosecutor looking into report of an improper relationship between a sitting judge and an assistant prosecutor; family of a young father killed by a Canton police officer is taking the officer and the city to court; ODOT says 8 snowplows have been hit by other drivers in the past week; Sen. Bernie Moreno wants to get rid of dual citizenship.

ODOT preps for widespread winter weather; a 71-year-old man from the Toledo area has been missing for nearly a week; state lawmaker wants to introduce a ban on high school athletes earning NIL money; Cleveland Browns legend Bernie Kosar is back in the hospital after a liver transplant.

Oregon and Washington officials have finalized agreements with four river users identified as being affected by a proposed 116-foot fixed-span replacement of the Interstate Bridge, allowing ODOT and WSDOT to submit an updated Navigation Impact Report to the U.S. Coast Guard for review. The agreements, valued at $140 million and payable only if a fixed-span permit is granted and construction begins, are intended to mitigate impacts and demonstrate continued commercial viability for affected users. The Program now awaits a revised Navigation Clearance Determination expected in early 2026. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/agreements-reached-with-four-river-users-identified-as-impacted-by-proposed-i-5-bridge-replacement/ #InterstateBridgeReplacement #ColumbiaRiver #WashingtonTransportation #OregonTransportation #USCoastGuard #IBRProgram #WSDOT #ODOT

More discussion on ODOT and the drive to repeal the gas tax and more with state Senator Noah Robinson, Diana Anderson at the CP library Thursday, A Dark Engineered Future as Imagined by Global Elites and How This Plays out in the US and Local Planning

Lucas County jury found caregiver guilty after the death of a person in their care; southwest Ohio man pleaded guilty to sexual assault involving a minor; two pitchers from the Cleveland Guardians face federal charges; with the arrival of winter weather, ODOT reminds drivers to help keep plow drivers safe.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation--or PBOT--is spending tens of millions to convert miles of a four-lane state highway, known as 82nd avenue, into a two-lane neighborhood street and busway.TriMet is headed for a contentious decision November 7th to put 82nd Ave on a major “Road Diet,” cut motorist capacity in half, and replace car lanes with BAT lanes for bikes and transit. It all started three years ago when ODOT transferred the Portland section of 82nd to PBOT, who began spending millions on a scheme to “build a better 82nd avenue.”PBOT's overarching vision—for 82nd and others—means converting state highways to busways by reducing lanes, adding barriers, punishing motorists with gridlock, and calling it progress. It's part of Portland's “Transportation System Plan” that envisions walking, bicycling, transit, and shared vehicles for 70 percent of Portland. Their “strategy for people movement” literally does not include personal vehicles.When Metro, PBOT, and TriMet meet--a rabble of bike activists, lawyers, and Democratic Socialists plan to make a showing and demand more miles of dedicated BAT lanes for buses and bikes on state highways.Oregon motorists make up 90 percent of 82nd avenue users. They're busy living their lives—not attending PBOT meetings. This time, when TriMet meets on November 7th – let them hear from you. Submit a public comment and tell them to remove BAT lanes from further consideration.

Federal government looks to lease offices to support law enforcement in several US cities, including Columbus; Gov. DeWine bans unregulated intoxicating hemp products; two state lawmakers want to prevent those accused of violent crimes from using crowdfunding to pay for their legal defense; ODOT and OSHP are teaming up for a safety blitz on Ohio's roads.

00:00:00 – Cold Open, Clips & Chaos Loose intro, tech hiccups, and a fast pivot into “clips of the week,” featuring a barrage of Alex Jones soundbites (old gravelly vs. current voice), plus a quick, context-free Trump clip to set the show's tone. 00:10:00 – “It's All Happening” & Bankruptcy Theater Speculation that sheriff's deputies could seize Alex Jones/Infowars gear “as early as tomorrow,” with riffs on the supposed value of studio computers and Jones' knack for rebooting operations overnight. 00:20:00 – Area 51 Double-Header: Gunfire & a “Mysterious Aircraft” Two back-to-back incidents near Area 51/Creech/Nellis spark theories: contamination and an escape attempt, witness suppression by “making him look erratic,” or a PSYOP stress test to coordinate base responses. Hosts play a local TV hit about a drone/aircraft “incident” and connect dots with humor (and rock-lifting dares at the gate). 00:30:00 – Hollywood vs. Synthetic Stars Debate over an “AI actress” getting agent attention and a producer touting a film “helmed” by a virtual director; SAG-AFTRA pushback; the hosts argue audiences still want human experience—even if cartoons/CG are beloved. They predict an “AI first hit, then bust” cycle. 00:40:00 – Pets: Love, Debt, and Domestic Diplomacy A sobering segment on pet costs (lifetime cat/dog totals), “pet poverty,” and the real logistics of blending a dog-and-cat household; one story has a couple divorcing over warring pets. Personal anecdotes, math-y back-of-the-napkin costs, and hard-won advice. 00:50:00 – What Happens After We Die? (UVA's DOPS) Deep dive into UVA's Division of Perceptual Studies: near-death experience patterns (tunnels, life review, veridical O.R. details under anesthesia), cultural lenses, and lingering unknowns because…consciousness itself remains unsolved. 01:00:00 – Space Rocks, Nukes, and the Wow Signal An asteroid with a small chance of hitting the Moon in 2032 prompts “nuke it?” jokes and movie throwbacks (Deep Impact/Armageddon), while Avi Loeb's musing ties 3I/ATLAS to the 1977 “Wow!” signal—fun, provocative speculation. 01:10:00 – Fat Bear Season & Aisle 9: Bear Animal news palate cleanser: Fat Bear Week hype (why bulking matters before hibernation) and a baby bear wandering into an Arizona grocery store—equal parts cute and chaotic. (Video described; no injuries.) 01:20:00 – Pumpkin Spice Cabal They uncover Starbucks' “Leaf Rakers Society,” a private, all-things-autumn fan group with a tongue-in-cheek “secret handshake,” and riff about seasonal cult vibes, memes, and moderators keeping things squeaky clean. 01:30:00 – Local Roads, Bad Choices Ohio highway anecdotes and viral clips: drivers stopping in live lanes to force last-second exits; ODOT scolding; a reminder to “take the next exit” instead of causing carnage. 01:40:00 – Night-Snack Science: What Not to Eat Before Bed From aged cheeses (tyramine → stress hormones) to salty chips and sugar bombs, they run a late-night food blacklist with comedic “bedtime steak” and cereal confessions—and why those choices sabotage sleep. 01:50:00 – Sleep Killers, Continued More don'ts (donuts, spicy foods, soda, etc.), wrapped in escalating bits about in-bed snacking disasters and derailed diets—plus one last Alex-style rant cameo for good measure. 02:00:00 – Wind-Down & Housekeeping Quick recap, moderation jokes (“in moderation, my guy”), thanks to listeners, site/merch housekeeping, and a sign-off that hints at more weird news next time. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2  

OPB reporter, Dirk Vanderhart, joins the Exchange to shed light from his reporting on the special session of the Oregon legislature.

OPB reporter, Dirk Vanderhart, joins the Exchange to shed light from his reporting on the special session of the Oregon legislature.

92.3 The Fan's own Daryl Ruiter joins Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to discuss the latest on the Cleveland Browns' Week 3 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, as well as the updates on the Browns' planned move to Brook Park.

VBrowns get ODOT approval to build stadium in Brook Park

Browns get ODOT approval to build stadium in Brook Park+Two Keys and a Lock

The Oregon Legislature's Joint Committee on Transportation Funding will consider legislation this week called “LC 2” as they head into a special session to address transportation funding. The Governor's Transportation Budget Framework defines the problem as an ODOT “budget gap” that needs to be addressed with a “funding solution.” She says that the cause is a lack of revenue for ODOT, oft repeated by legislators, lobbyists, and journalists who describe the problem as “declining revenue,” or a “dwindling gas tax.” These statements are simply not supported by ODOT's financials showing that net revenue grew by 30 percent since 2018 and reached record highs in 2024.A spending problem, not a funding problem, is the reason ODOT is about to eliminate 900 positions. The real problem is two-pronged: first, too many statutory restrictions on existing revenue; and too much debt service on $4 billion in highway bonds, which have grown at a much faster rate than ODOT's revenue.In reviewing LC2, Cascade offered the Committee two suggestions. First, amend LC 2 to free up gas tax funds for services Oregonians need and have already paid for. Next, pay off these highway bonds with lottery revenues. This would increase ODOT's available gas tax revenue by more than 50 percent without a tax increase.

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Governor Tina Kotek has called a special session of the legislature to secure more funding for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). She wants to raise gas taxes by six cents per gallon, double vehicle registration fees, and increase titling fees.The governor claims that ODOT revenue has been declining due to improved fuel economy of cars, but comprehensive annual reports online show the opposite, as does the Legislative Revenue Office presentation. In 2024 gas tax revenue hit an all-time high of $652 million, as nearly did registration and titling fees ($550 million) and weight and mile fees ($455 million). Total ODOT revenue increased by 30 percent between 2018 and 2024 while debt service increased 41 percent and is growing. The debt is not scheduled to be retired until 2049.It's not a revenue problem; it's a spending problem.First, since 2001, as part of the Oregon Transportation Investment Act bond program (OTIA), the legislature has forced ODOT to spend most new gas tax monies on construction projects while ignoring highway maintenance. Thus, while gas tax revenue has increased, the amount going to operations has decreased.Secondly, the legislature voted to sell nearly $4 billion in bonds backed by gas tax revenues. As a result, ODOT paid $358 million out of the gas tax revenues toward debt service last year compared to only $70 million in 2007.To paraphrase Warren Buffett, debt service is the tapeworm eating 55 percent of ODOT's gas tax money.When legislators meet on August 29th, they should repeal gas tax restrictions put in place by OTIA Programs I, II and III. They should also pay down ODOT's remaining bond debt of $3.9 billion with lottery funds. This would free up gas tax revenue to be spent on road maintenance and set a course correction ODOT and the people of Oregon need.  

Andy and Dan react to the breaking news of the Browns' stadium permit being denied by ODOT-Aviation and what that means for the future of the team's Brook Park Project

Joining the Exchange to tell us more is Dirk Vanderhart, an OPB reporter covering the story.

Portland Public Schools' new board is facing an uphill battle, local farms are grappling with potential new restrictions, and Gov. Tina Kotek is proposing a new financial strategy to keep ODOT afloat. Joining host Claudia Meza for the Friday news round-up are Willamette Week reporter and author, Brianna Wheeler, and our executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Claudia Meza Brings Humor and Precision to City Cast Podcast [Willamette Week] At Portland Public Schools, a ‘Mom Takeover' and a Brewing Storm [Oregonian

Earlier this month the Oregon Department of Transportation announced it would need to lay off nearly 500 workers. This came after lawmakers failed to pass a transportation package to help boost the budget of the agency responsible for road maintenance around the state. Now, Gov. Tina Kotek has announced a special session will be held in late August with the hopes of finding the funds for the state’s transportation agency and has also shared she will delay impending layoffs. OPB politics reporter Dirk Vanderhart joins us to share more on what to expect from the upcoming special session.

Public transit agencies across the state may soon be seeing some changes in services as some face funding troubles. The Federal Transportation Administration recently made revisions to its agreement with rural transit agencies, requiring them to comply with federal immigration enforcement action, contradicting Oregon’s sanctuary state law. This dispute has left some federal reimbursements in limbo for agencies. At the same time, House Bill 2025, which would have raised billions through fees and taxes for road projects, ultimately failed in the state Legislature. Melissa Metz is the general manager for the Coos County Area Transportation District. They recently announced some services will be suspended and will be accepting public comments at their next board meeting. Julie Brown is the general manager for the Rogue Valley Transportation District, the president of the Community Transit Association of America and the commissioner chair for the Oregon Department of Transportation. The RVTD recently shared that funding uncertainties will lead to a reduction in staff and service, alongside ODOT’s recent announcement of laying off nearly 500 employees. Metz and Brown join us to share more on some of the challenges facing rural transit agencies right now, and what they’d like to see in a special session from lawmakers.

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