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Metro Council approves $10 million to remove Kellogg Dam and benefit fish, wildlife and community in Milwaukie

3 weeks ago

Public notice: Opportunity to comment on pending amendment to the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan

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Metro and partners awarded over $1 million in federal grant funding for safe routes to school in North Portland

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Implementing the Regional Transportation Plan: an update on ongoing projects

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Clackamas County to take action on Lake Oswego to Portland Transit Project

June 3, 2011 8:31 a.m.

The Clackamas County Board of County Commissioners is now scheduled to take action next week on the Lake Oswego to Portland Transit Project Steering Committee’s recommendation for the streetcar alternative to advance for further study.

Bike, pedestrian, transit and freight projects up for public comment

May 31, 2011 4:25 p.m.

At upcoming public meetings across the region, residents can provide input on which bike, pedestrian and freight projects should be considered for $22.5 million in Metro’s regional flexible fund program.

MPAC discusses financial aspects of greenhouse gas reductions

By Nick Christensen

May 26, 2011 6:09 p.m.

Some ideas for curbing greenhouse gas emissions in the Portland region spark discussion at Wednesday's Metro Policy Advisory Committee meeting. Metro has a goal of working greenhouse gas reductions into its code in 2014.

2011 State of the Centers report – measuring progress on the way to a vibrant, livable and prosperous region

May 25, 2011 3:46 p.m.

The 38 regional and town centers in the Portland metropolitan area serve as mileposts on the path to achieving the region's goals for vibrant, livable and prosperous communities, as envisioned in the region's 50-year plan for managing growth.

Metro Council finalizes study areas for fall growth management decision

May 24, 2011 6:42 p.m.

Today the Metro Council directed its staff to study several areas outside of the region’s urban growth boundary that can support the creation of good jobs and new communities while supporting investments in existing communities. This fall, the Metro Council is expected to consider whether (and, if so, where) to expand the UGB.

Hillsboro, Tigard request urban growth boundary studies

By Nick Christensen

May 24, 2011 1:52 p.m.

Hillsboro wants Metro to study land north of U.S. 26 for a potential urban growth boundary expansion. Tigard also eyeing about 400 acres; Clackamas County asks for an eventual study of Stafford.

Define community desires for future development and transit in the Southwest corridor

May 24, 2011 12:33 p.m.

Any way you look at it, growth will come to the City of Tigard over the next 20 years. The Tigard High Capacity Transit Land Use Plan is an opportunity for community members to weigh in on what this growth will look like and where it should be located.

The Burnside Rocket exemplifies best of transit-oriented development in prestigious win from Urban Land Institute

May 20, 2011 4:14 p.m.

To drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and transit-riders traveling East Burnside, it's the fire-engine-red building with a gallery of local artwork displayed on 24 shades covering its windows.

Portland vs. Washington, D.C.: 394 vs. 1,575

May 18, 2011 11 a.m.

Through a combination of land use planning and a strong regional transit network, the Portland metropolitan region is fighting long commutes, congestion and urban sprawl more successfully than other urban areas.

Metro notes: Maywood Park mayor doesn't like redistricting plan; more info on large lot replenishment

By Nick Christensen

May 10, 2011 9:14 a.m.

More cities expected to offer opinions on redistricting before Thursday's first public hearing. Also, another Metro senior staffer is headed to Salem.

Free parking days at Metro sites in 2025

Oregon Global Warming Commission road trip comes to Portland area

Barcelona's Ecology of Innovation

Clackamas County to take action on Lake Oswego to Portland Transit Project

A week from Columbia River Crossing vote, Metro Council discusses funding, community impacts

Bike, pedestrian, transit and freight projects up for public comment

MPAC discusses financial aspects of greenhouse gas reductions

2011 State of the Centers report – measuring progress on the way to a vibrant, livable and prosperous region

Metro Council finalizes study areas for fall growth management decision

Hillsboro, Tigard request urban growth boundary studies

Define community desires for future development and transit in the Southwest corridor

The Burnside Rocket exemplifies best of transit-oriented development in prestigious win from Urban Land Institute

Combat high gas prices by using two wheels instead of four

Portland vs. Washington, D.C.: 394 vs. 1,575

Metro notes: Maywood Park mayor doesn't like redistricting plan; more info on large lot replenishment

North Mississippi Avenue connects the dots for Tigard downtowners seeking Main Street revival