Author Tim Nesbitt Advertisement Tim's Latest Articles Skirmish on banks of the Willamette reminds us Oregon cities face challenging fiscal future By Tim Nesbitt ● Guest Opinion ● September 17, 2026 Oregon's state government claims most revenues from economic growth, leaving localities to cope with civic needs of growing populations. Oregon’s revenue surge can produce a false sense of abundance By Tim Nesbitt ● Guest Opinion ● March 20, 2025 Better grad rates but worse test scores befuddle lawmakers, validate reformers By Tim Nesbitt ● Guest Opinion ● February 20, 2025