Legislative debacle could stall $20 million for Salem’s water fixes
The intake area of Geren Island, where water from the North Santiam River flows to become drinking water. Water here is on its way to be treated with powdered-activated carbon, if such treatment is underway. (Troy Brynelson/Salem Reporter)
When Senate Republicans absconded last week, they not only took away a quorum needed to pass cap-and-trade but all bills yet to pass the Legislature.
One bill in limbo is a $273 million funding package for projects…
