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Honoring the past with high-tech art at Lone Fir Cemetery

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Transportation fund aims to boost economy, make more equitable access to jobs

Oct. 25, 2012 3:50 p.m.

The Portland area could invest $34 million in transportation projects that create jobs, make safer streets and improve access to jobs for low-income and minority communities.

Region's residents slowly curbing auto use, but cars still dominate the commute

By Nick Christensen

Oct. 23, 2012 4:32 p.m.

In essence, the region's emphasis on transit and bicycle infrastructure and smarter zoning haven't been a panacea that gets everyone out of their cars. But the improvements have been chipping away at auto use.

Committee votes to look at light rail and bus rapid transit for part of Southwest Corridor study

By Nick Christensen

Oct. 22, 2012 1:12 p.m.

Members of the Southwest Corridor Plan Steering Committee unanimously agreed Monday to move forward on studies of bus improvements and light rail for the area, which is roughly a wedge of the region from downtown Portland out to Tigard, King City, Tualatin and Sherwood.

Reuse Expo boosts local reuse awareness

Oct. 22, 2012 10:15 a.m.

For Portland, reused and upcycled goods aren't too hard to find. From Saturday Market booths to downtown sculptures, repurposed items seem to be a staple in the city know for its sustainable and creative efforts.

Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation debuts at Cultural Heritage Garden

By Nick Christensen

Oct. 18, 2012 4:35 p.m.

The Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation formed to tackle large-scale projects at the cemetery. First on the list is the Cultural Heritage Garden, a memorial to Chinese laborers and mental health patients who were buried at Block 14, on the cemetery's southwest corner.

Portland pedals to another successful 2012 Bike Commute Challenge

Oct. 17, 2012 11:30 a.m.

Portland area resident’s dedication to being America’s No. 1 bike city shined in September as they logged more than 1.25 million miles in the 2012 Bike Commute Challenge. During the month, 11,745 cyclists from 1,395 teams logged their trips to and from work during the challenge; a friendly competition between work sites to encourage people to bike to work.

Make this month Walktober with the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition

Oct. 15, 2012 4:10 p.m.

It’s Walktober! Spearheaded by the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition and sponsored in part by Metro, this three-week celebration through the end of October encourages discovering your surroundings on foot.

Celebration of natural area and purchase of future park closes a key gap along Fanno Creek Greenway

Oct. 12, 2012 9:10 a.m.

Last Thursday, Tigard community members, elected officials and neighbors had reason to celebrate. Metro and the City of Tigard finalized the purchase of the Fields property – a major milestone that will help to close a key gap in the Fanno Creek Greenway, expanding opportunities for pedestrians and cyclists to connect with nature in the city.

JPACT will focus on jobs for additional $38 million in transportation funds

By Nick Christensen

Oct. 11, 2012 1 p.m.

The formula, approved by the Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation in September, set aside $37.8 million from 2016-18 for transportation projects that meet specific criteria as part of a so-called Regional Economic Opportunity Fund.

Transportation committee to refine priorities for flexible fund program

Oct. 9, 2012 12:55 p.m.

The Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation is narrowing its priorities as it heads toward a final decision in November on how to spend the $37 million, part of a package of $98 million expected to be invested in three years, 2016-18.

¡Vámonos! Join Metro, Kaiser Permanente and Virginia Garcia for the Walk for Wellness

Oct. 8, 2012 9:15 a.m.

Join Metro and Virginia Garcia to celebrate the opening of the new Cornelius Wellness Center with the two-mile Walk for Wellness fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 20. The walk is free and begins at 9 a.m. at the Cornelius Wellness Center, 1151 Adair St. in Cornelius.

Metro will negotiate with CourseCo, Inc for a contract to operate Glendoveer

Oct. 5, 2012 noon

Metro has begun discussions with CourseCo, a leading West Coast golf course operator, to negotiate a contract to manage the regionally-owned Glendoveer Golf Course and Tennis Center.

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

Transportation fund aims to boost economy, make more equitable access to jobs

Waste recovery reaches new highs in 2011

Region's residents slowly curbing auto use, but cars still dominate the commute

Committee votes to look at light rail and bus rapid transit for part of Southwest Corridor study

Reuse Expo boosts local reuse awareness

Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation debuts at Cultural Heritage Garden

Metro Council scheduled to vote Thursday on $1 increase to zoo admission

Portland pedals to another successful 2012 Bike Commute Challenge

Make this month Walktober with the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition

Only in Oregon: Beaver dams blasted to save dying ducks

Celebration of natural area and purchase of future park closes a key gap along Fanno Creek Greenway

JPACT will focus on jobs for additional $38 million in transportation funds

Transportation committee to refine priorities for flexible fund program

¡Vámonos! Join Metro, Kaiser Permanente and Virginia Garcia for the Walk for Wellness

Metro will negotiate with CourseCo, Inc for a contract to operate Glendoveer