Last Thursday, Multnomah County residents met to discuss their visions for the future of the region with Metro Councilors Bob Stacey, Sam Chase and Shirley Craddick as part of the public comment period for the 2014 Regional Transportation Plan.
"We heard some great conversation last week about our region's transportation priorities. It was great to see how engaged people were in these discussions," said Metro Councilor Shirley Craddick. "I look forward to this Wednesday's discussion among Clackamas County residents."
The town hall event began with the question of what issues elected officials should tackle in order to improve communities. Participants highlighted their priorities for transportation investments, including building out the bike and pedestrian network, addressing unimproved roads and maintenance, and expansion of the road and highway system. The wide ranging discussion touched on everything from natural areas and wildlife crossings to housing densities and the urban growth boundary.
Clackamas County residents will have their opportunity to tackle the issues with Metro Councilors Carlotta Collette and Shirley Craddick this Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Oak Lodge Sanitary District. Washington County residents are invited to join Metro Councilors Kathryn Harrington and Craig Dirksen at the Beaverton Library on Thursday, April 17.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Oak Lodge Sanitary District
14611 SE River Road, Oak Grove
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Beaverton City Library Cathy Stanton Conference Room
12375 SW Fifth St., Beaverton
The public comment period, which will also includes the 2015-18 Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program and will inform Metro’s Climate Smart Communities Scenarios Project, is open through May 5.