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Emergency sewer repairs at N Columbia Boulevard overpass complete; road closure extended through late May for bridge repairs, further investigation of damage

April 5, 2024 1:39 pm News article

American Public Works Association Awards SW Capitol Hwy: Multnomah Village to West Portland Project

On October 19, the Oregon Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) awarded the 2023 Project of the Year Award in the category of Environmental, $25 Million to Less Than $75 Million Division to the City of Portland for the SW Capitol Highway: Multnomah Village to West Portland Project.

October 31, 2023 10:28 am News article

Traffic Advisory: SE Yamhill Between SE 74th and SE 76th Closed for Sinkhole Repairs

Updated July 26, 2023 12:00 pm News article

City Bureaus & Urban Forestry Join Forces to Plant More Street Trees

Urban Forestry is partnering with other Bureaus to pilot a project to plant more street trees in the curb/parking zone. These new curb designs (shown in the photo above) slow traffic to improve road safety and provide space for trees.

March 23, 2023 12:53 pm News article

Barbara Walker Crossing over Burnside, adjacent trails reopened

Barbara Walker Crossing and the adjacent portions of PP&R’s Wildwood Trail closed in January 2021 to address fallen trees that required removal, plus structural evaluation of the bridge and repairs. Barbara Walker Crossing and adjacent trails were reopened on April 30, 2021. 

Updated April 29, 2021 1:30 pm News article

Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry crews Respond to nearly 50 Tree Emergencies

Work continues to reopen roads, clear debris after a major windstorm. PP&R Urban Forestry staff are essential responders in keeping Portland moving and safe.

September 8, 2020 2:04 pm News article