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Portland city councilors racked up steep travel bills in their first year, with Councilor Candace Avalos leading the pack at nearly $20,000 — more than double the next highest spender. As the city faced tough budget decisions, the cost of travel sparked debate: some saw it as vital for learning from other cities, while others argued it should be cut to fund local services. Not all trips were covered by the city — some councilors paid out of pocket, and staff travel isn’t included in the data. With varying philosophies on how to serve constituents — from nationwide learning tours to staunchly local focus — the travel debate reveals deeper tensions over how elected officials should spend taxpayer money.

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