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Blazers Funding Delayed by Union Pushback | Portland News

2 min · 24 jul 2026
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Multnomah County commissioners delayed a vote on funding the Moda Center renovation after union opposition stalled momentum — with AFSCME Local 88 fiercely opposing the use of $35 million from the Paul Allen estate sale, arguing it’s vital for public services and layoffs. Commissioner Shannon Singleton pushed the vote to August 6, just before the City Council’s own $120 million decision, citing lack of union buy-in — a move that could sway the outcome in an election year. County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson defended the funding link to economic activity, but the union’s stance, backed by labor groups, leaves the fate of the Blazers’ future in Portland hanging in the balance — while owner Tom Dundon waits to see if public money will flow before negotiating a new lease. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/68c88e8fff53609e

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