Ep243 Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson

Joined by Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson for a deep conversation about where our city is headed. From housing goals and public safety to the city budget, transportation, and the shifting media landscape in Lane County, we cover the issues shaping Eugene’s future.Topics include:Reflections from her Sept 5 City Club of Eugene talk at the WOW HallHousing challenges and Eugene’s 5-year goal of 1,000 new unitsThe future of CAHOOTS and crisis response servicesPolicing, Flock cameras, privacy concerns, and immigrant protectionsCity budget shortfalls and the idea of a regional fire districtRecord traffic fatalities and safer streets for all usersThe decline of the Register-Guard and the role of independent outlets like Eugene Weekly, the Emerald, and KLCC🎧 Stream the full episode at strpod.com or on your favorite podcast app.📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/2rdSupport the podcast and my work: visit strpod.com and click the GoFundMe link on the homepage.