The Commons: Roadless Rule, CPPW Impasse with Portland, CEI Hub transfer

Welcome to The Commons, your Monday morning radio guide to news, culture, and local action.

Start your week informed with stories that matter to you and your neighbors. Spotlighting people and events shaping Portland’s future environmentally, socially, and economically, with a focus on direct action, union organizing, and the thriving local arts scene. We’re here to help you play the cards in your hand and make a difference. Whether you’re tuning in for the news, the music, or the opportunity to act, The Commons is where Portland gathers.

Join hosts Julia Moore and Hana Francis live every Monday morning from 7:30-9 a.m. or listen archived online at XRAY.FM.

This week from 8-8:22 we talk with Ken Rait, who was one of the original people who got the roadless rule turned into a federal regulation in 2001. The Roadless Rule is now under attack from the Trump Administration and will likely be removed. There is a public comment period that is open until October 6th. You can check out Bark’s directions on how to comment HERE.

Kari Koch, the president of CPPW, speaks about CPPW’s recent declaration of impasse with the city in bargaining and what it means.

We take a deep dive into the recent deal between Zenith and I-Squared concerning the CEI hub transfer.

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