City auditor says poor planning cost Portland $650,000

Published on: 08/19/2026

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Portland wasted $650,000 on contractors who lacked the expertise needed to complete an urgent project, according to an investigation by the city’s elected watchdog.

Portland wasted $650,000 on contractors who lacked the expertise needed to complete an urgent payroll and benefits project, delaying critical system updates by a year, according to an investigation by the city’s elected watchdog.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/environment/2026/08/portland-wasted-650000-on-failed-contractor-project-auditor-says.html

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