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PBOT presents Vision Zero fatalities report and action plan to City Council on Wednesday

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) will present two reports on traffic safety to the Portland City Council on Wednesday.

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Work Zone Ahead: As construction seasons kicks into high gear, City of Portland urges travelers to use caution to save lives and prevent injuries

An important safety message from Portland's Public Works bureaus

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Four Development Teams Invited to Submit Proposals to Develop Broadway Corridor Affordable Housing by Portland Housing Bureau

After successfully submitting qualifications for the development of 200-250 affordable homes at Broadway Corridor, Parcel 4A, these teams will compete for an award of up to $60 million in resources from the Portland Housing Bureau.

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News Release: New sidewalk and improved crossings coming to SE 174th Avenue between SE Stark and Main streets

Construction begins this week on the $2.4 million Safe Routes to School project and will last approximately seven months

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PCEF Committee approves process to allocate additional clean-energy funds

Eligible entities can apply for grants between $20 million and $100 million beginning this spring

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News Release: Portland Sunday Parkways, Presented by Kaiser Permanente, returns in 2024 with events in East Portland, Northeast Cully and Southwest Portland

The Portland Sunday Parkways program returns in 2024 to East Portland on May 19, Northeast Cully on June 16, and Southwest Portland on September 22.

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News Release: Biking in Portland grows by 5%, as PBOT announces new greenways and retrofits opening this year

Safety, education, greenways to grow more comfortable biking routes

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News Release: PBOT offers discounts on taxi, Uber and Lyft rides to encourage Portlanders to take a Safe Ride Home on St. Patrick's Day weekend

City program offers discounted travel options for holiday revelers, March 15-18

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Weekly Updates on City Petitions and Measures 

Here you can find weekly updates on City petitions and measures.

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News Release: PBOT launches two-week Pothole "March Madness" campaign on Monday, to help streets recover from winter storms

Seven crews, making up the entirety of PBOT’s Street Systems Division, will spend their days repairing potholes with a focus on streets east of 82nd Avenue

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You’re invited! Join BPS at the fourth “Climate Conversations with BPS”

Join BPS staff, including PCEF team members, as they share how investments in community-led projects reduce carbon emissions, create economic opportunity and help make our city more resilient as we face a changing climate.

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News Release: New dining options coming to Portland’s central city through PBOT’s Food Truck Pilot Program

The two-year pilot program provides permits for mobile food trucks to park and vend on city streets.

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Winter Travel Advisory: PBOT urges the public to plan for potential snow tonight and Thursday morning that could create hazardous travel conditions

Be prepared for worse conditions than expected, as forecasts come with uncertainty about timing and amount of snow

See unexpected snow? Avoid travel; don't abandon your vehicle in a travel lane; find a safe, warm place to stay or walk to public transit

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Latest design for 82nd Avenue incorporates public feedback, improves safety and supports business access and neighborhood livability

Learn more and suggest refinements in an online survey and at upcoming outreach events

Plans include trees, pedestrian crossings, and new street pavement, improving livability and safety while preserving access to businesses

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