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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. 

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Barbara Walker Crossing in January 2021, when it sustained damage from a landslide and falling trees.

Portland Parks Commissioner Carmen Rubio directs investments in several Portland Parks & Recreation projects

Portland Parks Commissioner Carmen Rubio directs investments in several Portland Parks & Recreation projects: announces planning for a new aquatic center, playground expansion, skatepark, and more.

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Commissioner Carmen Rubio (left) and project manager Robin Johnson Craig (right) at Mill Park

PP&R and Leach Botanical Garden announce the completion of extensive improvements

The East Portland gem fully reopens, moves further toward becoming a regional destination.

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Leach Botanical Garden improvements

Parks Commissioner Rubio directs Mill Park development to move forward

East Portland park to have a new playground, community garden, splash pad, and more.

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Tall trees and path through the grass at Mill Park

Traffic Advisory: West Burnside to close for Barbara Walker Crossing bridge repair April 9 - April 11, 2021

West Burnside to close April 9 - April 11, 2021, so PP&R can continue repairs to Barbara Walker Crossing over the busy thoroughfare.

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Trees, debris, and power lines on and near PP&R's Barbara Walker Crossing

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