The purpose of this Chapter is to describe the organization and functions of the Bureau of Transportation. The Bureau of Transportation is charged with the responsibility for the finance, operation, maintenance, and improvement of the transportation system. The Bureau of Transportation is responsible for management of the public right-of-way as provided under City Charter, ordinances, and Oregon law.

The Bureau of Transportation is under the direction and control of the City Administrator. Subject to the approval of the City Administrator, the Director of Transportation is responsible for­ the overall coordination and management of the groups of the ­Bureau of Transportation to ensure the goals of the City Council are met and the mission and goals of the Bureau of Transportation are achieved. This includes responsibility for productivity, responsiveness and effectiveness of the services and programs of the Bureau of Transportation.

The City Administrator may adopt administrative rules as authorized by Charter. 

The City Engineer is an employee within the Bureau of Transportation.

Responsibilities and authorities of the City Engineer and the City Traffic Engineer provided in this Code will be performed by a Professional Engineer.

The Bureau of Transportation seeks to create and maintain a safe, reliable, equitable, and affordable transportation system that supports Portland's prosperity with a high quality of life, an inclusive and connected community, and a low carbon footprint.

The Bureau of Transportation works with the community to shape a livable city. The Bureau of Transportation plans, builds, and maintains an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses the access and mobility they need and deserve.

For the purposes of this Code, the Bureau of Transportation is responsible for:

1. A. The administration and enforcement of Portland City Code:
   1. 1. Title 16 Vehicles and Traffic.
   2. 2. Sections of Title 17 Public Improvements relating to transportation.
   3. 3. Sections of Title 24 relating to transportation.

The City Administrator may adopt administrative rules as authorized by Charter.