PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Off-year elections generally have a low voter turnout. This year's elections in the Portland and Vancouver areas are no exception as voters weigh in on levies.

In Portland, about 20% of voters have weighed in on the parks levy. A new 5-year levy is on the ballot to maintain Portland parks and pay for needed repairs. It's $1.40 per $1000 of assessed value, which is a 75% increase over the current levy.

Supporters of the proposal say the parks will deteriorate without the money. Opponents say Portlanders are already paying too much in taxes and fees and a recent audit shows the Parks Bureau doesn't have a long-term financial plan.

Meanwhile, voters in Clark County are deciding city council positions in several cities, including Vancouver. Mayor Anne McEnerny is se

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