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Active transportation, road widening proposals get unanimous OK at Metro Council

By Nick Christensen

May 17, 2013 9:50 a.m.

photo of a mom with stroller walking in a downtown center

Metro Councilors voted unanimously Thursday to approve changes to the region's transportation plan, setting the stage for road, trail and bike projects from Troutdale to Tualatin to Hillsboro.

Contribute your vision at a community planning forum for the Southwest Corridor Plan

May 16, 2013 2:15 p.m.

For anyone who lives, works or travels through the southwest part of the region, a community forum on May 23 will be a chance to weigh in on potential transportation, parks and nature projects planned for the area.

Native plantings get a helping hand from volunteers at Canemah Bluff Natural Area

May 15, 2013 noon

Metro got a helping hand last weekend from 13 Gardiner Middle School students and an AmeriCorps team from California. The volunteers spent four hours in the sun, mulching hundreds of native plantings.

Decision time approaches as Southwest Corridor study moves forward

By Nick Christensen

May 14, 2013 5:20 p.m.

The Southwest Corridor plan is studying land use, transportation and community investments in the southwestern wedge of the region, from downtown Portland out to Beaverton in the northwest and Tualatin in the southeast.

Chestnut Grove Memorial Garden coming soon to Lone Fir Cemetery

May 14, 2013 5:17 p.m.

Nestled in Southeast Portland, Lone Fir Historic Cemetery is the resting place of more than 25,000 people – including some of Portland’s most famous residents. Chestnut Grove Memorial Garden will give more families an opportunity to leave their legacy in a very unique way at one of the region’s most scenic cemeteries.

Debate about leadership, local government's role, at Community Investment Initiative discussion

By Nick Christensen

May 13, 2013 2:30 p.m.

Community Investment Initiative Leadership Council co-chair Tom Imeson, presenting on behalf of the Initiative's Leadership Council, offered a PowerPoint slide showing a proposed governance model with Metro, the Port, the state, Greater Portland Inc. and "other" appointing directors to a board overseeing the Regional Infrastructure Enterprise.

Visitors come to explore, network at Regional Trails Fair

By Molly Simas

May 13, 2013 12:52 p.m.

Presentations ranged from improving urban bikeways to rural rails-to-trails proposals spanning more than 20 miles. Booths were hosted by various parks and recreation departments, Metro, regional transportation associations and The Intertwine, a regional coalition for parks, trails and nature.

MPAC unanimously endorses Climate Smart evaluation criteria

By Nick Christensen

May 10, 2013 10:20 a.m.

Under the criteria, to be used as part of evaluating the Climate Smart Communities scenarios, Metro staffers will look at how proposals for curbing tailpipe emissions would affect things like the economy, public health and social equity.

Region's priorities for walkable communities could help Metro reach Climate Smart goals

May 8, 2013 3:30 p.m.

That almost certainly will involve, to some degree, getting people out of their cars – not necessarily in convincing people to drive less, but to make it so driving is less of a necessity in parts of the region.

Portland isn't the only region tackling emissions, but it's ahead of the curve

By Molly Simas

May 8, 2013 11:30 a.m.

Cutting tailpipe emissions is a nationwide priority. The Portland region's commitment to emissions reductions has been long evident in its progressive history of land use planning.

Come to an open house and plan your trip along the Westside Trail

May 3, 2013 10:10 a.m.

Looking for a safe way to bike from Forest Park to the Tualatin River? Once complete, the Westside Trail will offer commuters and outdoor enthusiasts alike new ways to get to commute, exercise and explore the great outdoors.

Multnomah Channel wetlands play a crucial role in river health

By Abby Haight

May 2, 2013 2:52 p.m.

a photo looking down the slough during a colorful sunset

Adjacent to Sauvie Island and a short walk from the traffic of U.S. 30, a quiet, undistinguished marsh is testament to conservation efforts that have restored the historic function of an important wetland.

Meridian Gardens offers new beginnings in Southeast Portland

Active transportation, road widening proposals get unanimous OK at Metro Council

Contribute your vision at a community planning forum for the Southwest Corridor Plan

Native plantings get a helping hand from volunteers at Canemah Bluff Natural Area

Decision time approaches as Southwest Corridor study moves forward

Chestnut Grove Memorial Garden coming soon to Lone Fir Cemetery

Oregon Convention Center recognized for clean water strategy

Debate about leadership, local government's role, at Community Investment Initiative discussion

Visitors come to explore, network at Regional Trails Fair

MPAC unanimously endorses Climate Smart evaluation criteria

After eight years at Metro, planning leader Robin McArthur to step down this summer

Region's priorities for walkable communities could help Metro reach Climate Smart goals

Improve your community - Weigh in on transportation projects in your area

Portland isn't the only region tackling emissions, but it's ahead of the curve

Come to an open house and plan your trip along the Westside Trail

Multnomah Channel wetlands play a crucial role in river health