Moda Center's Funding Fight Continues, PCC’s Ethics Scandal, and Listeners Weigh In
We're talking about the latest concerning public funding for the Moda Center, as well as the state ethics investigation into former PCC president Adrien Bennings. Plus, we’re diving into the mailbag to hear from you, our listeners. Joining host Claudia Meza are KBOO news director Althea Billings and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni.
Discussed in today's episode:
- State Ethics Commission Opens Investigation Into Former PCC President [Portland Mercury]
- What's Next for the Moda Center? Get More Facts [porltand.gov]
- Rip City, Not Rip Off
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