Why Multnomah County Has $4 Billion but Not a Nickel to Spend

AI Briefing

• – Multnomah County collects over $4 billion in revenue each year, but spends nearly 75% of it on employee salaries and benefits.
• – The county's largest expense is healthcare, accounting for over 40% of its spending.
• – The county's unspent funds are being held for future capital projects, including road maintenance and public safety upgrades.