Why MultCo Is Going Broke — and the PCC President Makes How Much?!! episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 30 MIN

Why MultCo Is Going Broke — and the PCC President Makes How Much?!!

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We’re breaking down why Multnomah County is still strapped for funding, even with a $4 billion budget, and checking in on the Portland Community College faculty and staff strike. Their president makes how much?!! Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week reporters Anthony Effinger and Brianna Wheeler. Discussed in today's episode: Why Multnomah County Has $4 Billion but Not a Nickel to Spend [Willamette Week] Portland Community College faculty and staff remain on strike as college leaders and unions apply pressure for final deal [OPB] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Discover Newport International School of Portland

We’re breaking down why Multnomah County is still strapped for funding, even with a $4 billion budget, and checking in on the Portland Community College faculty and staff strike. Their president makes how much?!! Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week reporters Anthony Effinger and Brianna Wheeler. Discussed in today's episode: Why Multnomah County Has $4 Billion but Not a Nickel to Spend [Willamette Week] Portland Community College faculty and staff remain on strike as college leaders and unions apply pressure for final deal [OPB] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Discover Newport International School of Portland

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