Sunday, June 13, 2004
Vanport Square idea lives, albeit smaller
Enticing smart growth development is a full time job for the PDC (Portland Development Commission). The PDC claim is it "fostered growth" in the surrounding areas of their developments, without pointing out the tax breaks, tax abatements and other incentives such as low interest loans. The PDC is the fastest growing non-elected agency in Oregon and is funded by diverting tax revenues that would have funded, schools, police, fire and social services. Despite all these advantages, their projects still struggle to survive.
Enticing smart growth development is a full time job for the PDC (Portland Development Commission). The PDC claim is it "fostered growth" in the surrounding areas of their developments, without pointing out the tax breaks, tax abatements and other incentives such as low interest loans. The PDC is the fastest growing non-elected agency in Oregon and is funded by diverting tax revenues that would have funded, schools, police, fire and social services. Despite all these advantages, their projects still struggle to survive.
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