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PBOT to temporarily close SW 3rd and Alder SmartPark public parking garage on Friday, Aug. 18

The 3rd and Alder SmartPark closure allows for a consolidation of resources across four other public parking garages downtown

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News Blog: How Parking Management is Like…

New video series highlights vital role parking management plays in maintaining quality of life in Portland neighborhoods.  

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Closure Advisory for SmartPark Garages on Christmas Day

On-street parking is free at meters on Christmas Day

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Event parking district starts with higher parking meter rates on Friday, to encourage public transit, biking during large events in Lloyd District, Rose Quarter areas

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT), in partnership with Lloyd area businesses and residents, will begin implementing new rates for on-street parking during large-scale events to encourage public transit and biking, and reduce congestion and pollution in the area.

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Portlanders on the go have a new parking option

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has created new 5-minute parking zones for quick drop-offs and pickups. Parking in the zones is free. Dubbed 5-minute Fast Stops, the new zones will be installed initially along five commercial corridors across the city.

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Closure Advisory for SmartPark Garages on Christmas Day

On-street parking is free at meters on Christmas Day

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News Release: Support a small business and earn free parking with Parking Kitty this holiday season

It’s the meowest wonderful time of the year!

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