Oregon higher education leaders propose budget they say will jeopardize programs and raise costs for students

The board tasked with broad oversight of Oregon’s public universities and community colleges signed off on its $4.75 billion budget proposal Thursday, Aug. 8. But the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission was not happy with it.

“We are seriously concerned that at the funding levels described within our (agency recommended budget), Oregon will hinder progress towards state goals for postsecondary education and training,” reads a letter approved by commissioners and signed by Chair Sandy Rowe, who also is a member of OPB’s board of directors.

With only $31 million to add to its current budget, the coordinating commission said it was hard-pressed to offer Oregon students an affordable education and necessary support.

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