UPDATE: 11/09/16 – Medford, Ore., — NBC5 spoke State Representative Peter Buckley about the failed levy. He says says something still needs to be done to help schools, it’s just about finding a middle ground. “I think there’s a number of ...
Medford, Ore., — Measure 97 is one of the most controversial topics on this year’s ballot. The measure would increase taxes on certain corporations. The people who operate Brookdale Senior Living Solutions are worried the measure could increase costs for ...
Salem, Ore. — A surprise “no” argument for Measure 97 from former Oregon governor John Kitzhaber. Kitzhaber says there’s no doubt the state needs the money, but he says throwing more money at programs like the state’s health care system ...
Medford, Ore. — A prominent Rogue Valley businessman is coming out against a measure on the ballot this November. Measure 97 is a proposed corporate tax aimed at generating revenue for education, health care, and senior services. Those in favor of ...
Salem, Ore. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Dr. Bud Pierce says he’s not surprised Governor Kate Brown is supporting what he calls the largest sales tax increase in Oregon’s history, Measure 97, formerly called IP-28. In a statement Dr. Pierce wrote ...