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The Dalles, OR 97058
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Some significant issues that need to be brought to your attention today.
1. The State Revenue Forecast was jaw-droppingly positive for the state. There was literally no evidence that the state even went through a pandemic or economic shutdown. Yesterday’s forecast is the official forecast on which final budgeting decisions are made.
All told, budget writers now have an additional $2.2 billion in additional General Fund and Lottery revenues to spend for 2021-23. This is on top of Federal ARPA monies – totaling over $6 billion – that flowed into Oregon state and local governments through the American Rescue Plan Act.
The concern now turns to sustainability. Legislators will have to be cautious not to overspend and create artificially inflated budgets that cannot be sustained without further tax increases.
2. We now know that the Capitol will not be opened at all this session, or even for the special session(s) scheduled for late summer. We know – at the very least – that a special session will occur in September to deal with re-districting. The virtual sessions will continue into the foreseeable future.
The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce is an organization that gets things done – things that you and your company shouldn't have to do alone. Chamber membership is an investment in your company’s future and the vitality of the community.
Our diverse membership represents the entire community with members from business and industry, civic and non-profit organizations, social service agencies, education, government, home-based businesses and individuals. Nearly 500 members representing 2,000 individuals believe that Chamber membership is an important component to business growth, job development, and a healthy economy.
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