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Final planning forum scheduled for Thursday night in Beaverton

By Arashi Young

April 16, 2014 3:45 p.m.

The forum, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in Beaverton, is the final of three scheduled discussions on several of Metro's long-term planning efforts. Metro Councilors Kathryn Harrington and Craig Dirksen are scheduled to attend the forum at the Beaverton Library.

Portland footgolf to kick off at Glendoveer on May 6

By Nick Christensen

April 16, 2014 1:55 p.m.

Oregon loves soccer. Oregon loves beer. Up to now, the two didn't really cross paths very often, at least in the participatory sense. A couple of pints of brew aren't really the preferred way to prepare for 90 minutes of running around chasing a ball.

Metro revamps Hispanic engagement ahead of trail project outreach

By Ben Kittelson

April 15, 2014 12:14 p.m.

A proposed trail in western Washington County has forced Metro to re-think its public engagement process, and led to the passage of a new Hispanic engagement plan by the Metro Council.

Oregonian | Oregonian columnist doesn't do justice to convention center hotel: Guest opinion

April 15, 2014 11:42 a.m.

pictogram for Metro stories in the media

By Tom Hughes. I read last week that columnist Steve Duin has some questions about the convention center hotel. Fortunately, I have answers, many of which have already been answered repeatedly by The Oregonian’s own reporting and by documents that have been published and available on Metro’s website for more than two years.

KGW | Protesters rally during zoo elephant celebration

April 15, 2014 8:02 a.m.

On Saturday, the Oregon Zoo offered a sneak peek into the new elephant habitat during its annual celebration in honor of its oldest elephant, 'Packy.' But a protest outside the zoo dampened festivities.

At climate summit, leaders support transportation investments

By Nick Christensen

April 11, 2014 5:07 p.m.

More buses. Smarter roads. Better sidewalks and bikeways. All gathered support from the morning gathering of dozens of elected officials. That support isn't surprising. The leaders were spending on a currency of moral imperative, guided by a budget they've already laid out in policies that have been adopted from city councils and county commissions from across the region.

Hillsboro Tribune | Metro Council OKs funding to engage Latino community

April 11, 2014 1:25 p.m.

The Metro Council has set aside $8,500 to engage Washington County Latinos in the planning process for two local initiatives: the Council Creek Regional Trail (CCRT) and the Climate Smart Communities (CSC) project.

Oregonian | Composting in Portland: Many Portland area businesses won't be able to compost as much under new Metro rules

April 11, 2014 1:16 p.m.

For nearly 1,000 Portland-area businesses, schools and other commercial composters, a sustainability reality check appeared in the mail two weeks ago.

Solar-powered cart barn kicks off long-promised improvements to Glendoveer

By Arashi Young

April 10, 2014 1:35 p.m.

The electric fleet and the solar powered charging barn are key improvements in a much larger revitalization plan for the property. Other planned upgrades include fixing a leaky roof, improving soil drainage, and rehabilitating the fitness trail.

Oregonian | Oregon Zoo's California condor exhibit officially opens in May but you can already see them

April 10, 2014 12:38 p.m.

The Oregon Zoo next month will become only a handful of zoos worldwide to exhibit California condors but here's a tip: Two of the enormous, bald-headed birds already are there and if you know where to look, you can see them.

From cinder cone to wildlife haven

By Kate Holleran

April 10, 2014 11:10 a.m.

a photo looking up at tall deciduous and evergreen trees

When Scouters Mountain Nature Park opens this summer, visitors will notice towering Douglas fir trees and stunning Mount Hood views. But, as a natural resource scientist, I saw something entirely different the first time I explored this volcano rising above Happy Valley.

KGW | Recycling plastic bags, containers gets easier

April 10, 2014 8:05 a.m.

Recycling plastic, including those often unwanted grocery bags, just got a whole lot easier. Portland has extensive curbside recycling, but many types of plastic still have to be taken to drop centers if you want it recycled.

Metro implements changes to business food scraps program at Metro Central transfer station

April 9, 2014 2:20 p.m.

photo of a backhoe moving garbage at a transfer station

Recently, the main company that accepts food scraps from Metro Central transfer station has experienced difficulties processing non-food items – things like waxed or food-soiled cardboard, other paper products and serviceware – that are mixed with food scraps.

New ecology corps leaders hope youth 'fall hopelessly in love with nature'

By Arashi Young

April 9, 2014 9:20 a.m.

The corps is a new conservation initiative, aimed at providing paid work opportunities for youth to develop conservation skills and environmental literacy. Its launch is part of the roll-out of the Portland region's 2013 parks and natural areas property tax levy.

Final planning forum scheduled for Thursday night in Beaverton

Portland footgolf to kick off at Glendoveer on May 6

Metro revamps Hispanic engagement ahead of trail project outreach

Oregonian | Oregonian columnist doesn't do justice to convention center hotel: Guest opinion

KGW | Protesters rally during zoo elephant celebration

At climate summit, leaders support transportation investments

Hillsboro Tribune | Metro Council OKs funding to engage Latino community

Oregonian | Composting in Portland: Many Portland area businesses won't be able to compost as much under new Metro rules

Solar-powered cart barn kicks off long-promised improvements to Glendoveer

Oregonian | Oregon Zoo's California condor exhibit officially opens in May but you can already see them

From cinder cone to wildlife haven

KGW | Recycling plastic bags, containers gets easier

Metro implements changes to business food scraps program at Metro Central transfer station

New ecology corps leaders hope youth 'fall hopelessly in love with nature'

KGW | Portland clamps down on business composting