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More voices sought for regional equity advisory panel

By Brandi Boyett

Oct. 19, 2015 3:43 p.m.

The committee meets monthly to discuss issues relating to equity in the greater Portland area, such as access to transportation, education, healthcare and other services, and advises Metro's chief operating officer on the formation of its equity strategy, bringing the community perspective to the table.

Southwest Corridor leaders adjust decision calendar, retain April target

Oct. 12, 2015 4:29 p.m.

Traffic near Bridgeport Village in Tualatin

The Southwest Corridor Plan steering committee adjusted its decision-making schedule today, agreeing with a proposal from project staff that would allow more time for public engagement and technical analysis of several high capacity transit choices.

Metro Council opens debate on Stafford urban reserves, but French Prairie takes center stage

By Nick Christensen

Oct. 12, 2015 3 p.m.

While Metro is looking to wrap up its designation of Stafford as an urban reserve, some want a broader look at Clackamas County's long-range growth map.

Parks and Nature 2015: Building on 25 years of success – and planning for more

Oct. 9, 2015 2:45 p.m.

Across the region, habitat is healthier, water is cleaner and more fish, wildlife and people are reaping the benefits -- all thanks to voter investments in the 2006 natural areas bond measure and the 2013 parks and natural areas levy.

6 cities making energy from trash

By Rebecca Koffman

Oct. 6, 2015 3:53 p.m.

Photo of Maishima waste treatment center

Trash makes energy all over the world. Here are a few more interesting examples, including one in Austria whose bold design made it a tourist attraction, one in development in Copenhagen that will host winter ski slopes on the roof, and even one in Oregon.

With 3 Gresham route options, Powell-Division planners seek local guidance

By Craig Beebe

Oct. 6, 2015 2:52 p.m.

In October, project planners hope to hear from Gresham residents and workers about which of three bus rapid transit options they prefer for the 15-mile project's connection from downtown Gresham to Mt. Hood Community College.

Powering homes with garbage

By Rebecca Koffman

Oct. 6, 2015 12:31 p.m.

Oregon’s only trash incinerator is the backbone of Marion County’s waste management system, diverting 90 percent of the county’s trash from landfills and putting it to use creating electricity. By contrast, less than 10 percent of the garbage from the Portland region is currently converted to electricity. But that could change. The Metro Council is considering opportunities to use more garbage as a resource. One possibility could be using some of it to make electricity.

Meridian Gardens offers new beginnings in Southeast Portland

Southwest Corridor comment map launches as Tigard forum weighs in

More voices sought for regional equity advisory panel

Short survey: Where should the garbage go?

Metro releases Request for Qualifications for 82nd and Division project

Southwest Corridor leaders adjust decision calendar, retain April target

Metro Council opens debate on Stafford urban reserves, but French Prairie takes center stage

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Parks and Nature 2015: Building on 25 years of success – and planning for more

Metro Council recognizes Native Americans with Indigenous Peoples' Day

Changing climates affect forest health, restoration work

6 cities making energy from trash

With 3 Gresham route options, Powell-Division planners seek local guidance

Powering homes with garbage

OregonLive | Climate change, classical music collide in 'The Crossroads Project' in Portland

Busy October for Southwest Corridor Plan