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So much of how we live, and the development of the places where we live, is shaped by transportation. But how did the transportation system develop? What laid the groundwork of our roads and what shapes the future?
Image: Bennett Plan of 1912
Steve Dotterer, a longtime City of Portland employee and current Principal Planner in the Bureau of Planning, has put together a fantastic presentation on Portland's transportation history. Although Steve is the one who truly makes our history come alive with his knowledge and expertise, the images from his presentation are riveting as well.
A pdf of his Powerpoint presentation, with nearly 100 images of Portland's past, is available on-line. It is well worth checking out.