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TELL THEM:

To whom it may concern,

I am a proud member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 5 (IUPAT DC5) and a resident of Portland. I am writing to urge your full support for the Moda Center renovation project and the "We Are Rip City" initiative.

With $670 million annual economic impact at stake and 4,430 jobs supported by the Blazers, this project represents a vital investment in the future of our city, our local economy, and our community's working families. A modernized, competitive arena ensures that Portland remains a premier destination for sports, entertainment, culture, and keeping the Portland Trail Blazers anchored right here in the Rose Quarter.

Most importantly for our Union membership, this project will secure family-wage Union jobs for local tradespeople through a Project Labor Agreement (PLA), as committed to by the Blazers. From commercial painters, drywall finishers, glaziers, and floor coverers to other allied trades Unions, the construction and maintenance phases of this renovation will provide critical, high-quality employment and training opportunities for state-registered apprentices from the diverse community that makes up our local workforce.

It is no secret that the Portland metropolitan region and the State of Oregon face significant economic challenges. Beyond the immediate jobs, a revitalized Rose Quarter will breathe new life into our city center, supporting surrounding small businesses, hospitality workers, and the broader Portland community. Investing in our public infrastructure with skilled Union labor is a win for everyone. I strongly encourage you to approve the public-private partnership and funding plan necessary to move this project forward.

Thank you for your time, leadership, and continued dedication to Portland’s working families.

Sincerely, Proud Union Member and Oregon Resident