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Eugene City Council Approves New Affordable Housing Plan to Address Rising Living Costs

The plan aims to increase affordable units in Eugene over the next five years, affecting renters and low-income families directly.

By Eugene Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

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Eugene's Budget Timeline Explained: When Rate Changes and Service Cuts Hit Your Wallet

City council votes on fiscal year 2027 spending this month, with property tax adjustments and service decisions expected to reshape local costs and staffing by September.

By Eugene Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read

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Eugene City Council Approves Street Repair Levy Impacting Property Tax Bills

The measure will add an average of $48 to annual property taxes for Eugene homeowners to fund repairs on 25 miles of roads.

By Eugene Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

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Oregon Revises Revenue Sharing, Shifting Eugene Service Budgets for 2026-27

The legislation revises state revenue sharing formulas, which city officials in Eugene project will shift allocations for local programs starting in the 2026-27 fiscal year.

By Eugene Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 2 min read

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