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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving.
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N Schmeer Rd grind and pave crew 2024

Basic road maintenance schedule

Portland Parking Guide

Public Parking in Portland

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Local Transportation Funding

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Report an Abandoned Vehicle

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Report non-urgent traffic safety concerns

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Apply for an annual area parking permit for residents and employers in Zones A-U

PBOT sidewalk crew

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File a discrimination complaint about PBOT

Contact

PBOT 24/7 Maintenance Dispatch

PDXroads@portlandoregon.gov
503-823-1700Available 24/7 for emergency road hazards. Interpretation available | Interpretación disponible | Phiên dịch có sẵn | 提供口译服务 | Доступна интерпретация | Tafsiir la heli karo | Доступний переклад

PBOT Customer Service (by PDX 311)

311@portlandoregon.gov
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503-823-4000Every day, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. (excluding federal holidays) Interpretation available | Interpretación disponible | Phiên dịch có sẵn | 提供口译服务 | Доступна интерпретация | Tafsiir la heli karo | Доступний переклад
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Portland Bureau of Transportation

1120 SW Fifth Ave., Suite 1331
Portland , OR
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Related offices, programs, and projects

Vision Zero

Vision Zero: Eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries

PBOT Maintenance Sidewalk Crew

Maintenance Operations

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Parking Enforcement and Operations

Walking, biking, transit

Walking, Biking, Transit, and Transportation Safety

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PBOT Budget

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Fixing Our Streets

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Transportation Planning

New crosswalk and crossbike on SE 67th and Harney

Transportation Projects

Street closure

Transportation Permitting

TNC Driver

Transportation Regulatory Program

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Weather

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PBOT Data

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Transportation Director's Office

News

Traffic Advisory: Transit Improvements coming to SW Alder Street this spring in preparation for the James Beard Public Market

High-capacity bus shelters and an expanded pedestrian area will provide aesthetic upgrades, weather protection, and better lighting.

Traffic advisory

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News Release: Celebrate Earth Day with PBOT's Free Compost Days April 18-19

PBOT's popular compost giveaway is back!

Updated Press release

Traffic Advisory: A smoother street is coming to NE Siskiyou Street from NE 7th to 17th avenues, thanks to Fixing Our Streets

During construction, all travelers will be asked to detour to NE Klickitat Street. Sidewalks will remain open at all times for pedestrians.

Traffic advisory

News Release: Portland Sunday Parkways announces 2026 season with new route in North Portland

Updated Press release

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Events

Walk+Roll for Earth Month in April 2026

Celebrate Earth Month this April by walking, biking, and rolling to school!

Community event
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Free Compost Days 2026

Every fall PBOT composts over 5,000 tons of leaves collected annually through the city's Leaf Day program. This effort helps keep streets safe by preventing clogged storm drains, flooded intersections, and slippery roads. This spring, we have so much we’re giving it away for free!

7:00 am 4:00 pm
Community event
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April 22 City Bike Bus - Earth Day

Commute to downtown with the City Bike Bus every fourth Wednesday of the month April through September! This event is organized by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT).

7:15 am 9:00 am
Community event
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Hazelwood Neighborhood Bike Fair

The Hazelwood Neighborhood Bike Fair at Menlo Park Elementary is a free, all-ages community event hosted by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT)!

3:45 pm 5:45 pm
Community event
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