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A Moratorium Imposed
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The conversation revolves around a proposal in Portland to block a new concert hall by Live Nation and a local developer, which would expand the buffer zone between large entertainment venues to 750 feet. Despite divided opinions among city councilors, a moratorium on large entertainment venues has been imposed due to public outcry.

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