Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek Backs Salem Livability Levy, Concept of State Payment to Capital City
“Oregon governor and Salem resident Tina Kotek plans to vote for a temporary new property tax levy that aims to keep the city’s library, parks and senior center open as the capital city faces a $14 million budget gap.
Kotek told reporters Monday that she will support the levy, which would charge property owners 98 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value, or about $229 annually for the average Salem homeowner. She said she hoped other residents would join her.
“They’ve made a strong case that (the levy) will help keep the senior center open, the libraries open,” Kotek said. “It’s a really important measure.”"