“This kind of broad-based support demonstrates that our parks are important to every Portlander.”

“I really don’t think people understand what they would be losing.”

"The proposed levy funds operations to keep our parks clean, green and safe. It also funds urgent repairs while the city identifies ways to address longer-term capital improvement needs. Without the levy, Portland Parks & Recreation faces a 42% budget cut next year. Fewer open pools, community center closures, fewer park rangers and cuts to critical maintenance and programs are real threats."

“At a time when culture and the arts are under attack by the Trump Administration and even facing state and local funding cuts, many Portlanders are wondering what they can do to fight back.

One option is to support the Portland Parks & Recreation property tax operating levy on the Nov. 4 special election. It will not only keep city parks and community centers open, but also continue funding for a wide range of arts- and cultural-related events and programs supported by PP&R.”

On Wednesday, July 16, City Council voted 11-0 to refer a new Parks Levy to the ballot this coming November 2025.