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Division Street rapid bus transit project passes key milestone with committee vote

By Guadalupe Triana

Nov. 10, 2016 10:30 a.m.

Two people presenting to a room full of people sitting around tables with a display screen in the background.

After three years of collaboration and conversation, a steering committee of community leaders reached a recommendation Monday regarding the future of a Portland-to-Gresham rapid bus line.

Parks and Nature 2016: Building on Metro’s unique park system – with nature at its heart

Nov. 9, 2016 11:09 a.m.

Learn more about how your tax dollars were spent from July 2015 to June 2016 to return a former gravel mine to its wild roots, provide opportunities for diverse communities to access nature, make much-needed improvements to popular parks – and much more.

Parks and Nature 2016: Restoration and maintenance

Nov. 9, 2016 11:08 a.m.

About half of the money from the 2013 levy is dedicated to protecting water quality and habitat, including controlling invasive weeds, boosting native plants and animals, and improving habitat for fish and wildlife.

Parks and Nature 2016: Access to nature

Nov. 9, 2016 11:07 a.m.

Projects focus on safety and low-impact improvements at parks, trails and natural areas that provide new opportunities for visitors to hike, view wildlife, learn about the landscape, unwind from a stressful day, or enjoy a picnic with family or friends.

Parks and Nature 2016: Diversity, equity and inclusion

Nov. 9, 2016 11:03 a.m.

Thanks in particular to money from the 2013 levy, Metro is providing more nature programming to underrepresented communities, planning more inclusive parks, working to support more minority-owned, women-owned and emerging small businesses – and more.

Parks and Nature 2016: Historic cemeteries

Nov. 9, 2016 11:01 a.m.

Metro’s 14 historic cemeteries encompass a total of 66 acres and are managed as active facilities, offering scenic tranquility and a unique glimpse into the history of the region. The cemeteries are supported with money from the general fund only, though the program is housed in the Parks and Nature department.

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Division Street rapid bus transit project passes key milestone with committee vote

Parks and Nature 2016: Building on Metro’s unique park system – with nature at its heart

Parks and Nature 2016: Restoration and maintenance

Parks and Nature 2016: Access to nature

Parks and Nature 2016: Park improvements

Parks and Nature 2016: Education and volunteering

Parks and Nature 2016: Community investments

Parks and Nature 2016: Diversity, equity and inclusion

Parks and Nature 2016: Land acquisition

Parks and Nature 2016: Historic cemeteries

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