What's Happening Now?
In coordination with Metro and TriMet, PBOT has launched its second Building a Better 82nd online open house. Visit the online open house by May 31, 2023 to:
- Learn about and provide input on proposed transit improvements for 82nd Avenue
- Learn about the upcoming PBOT’s Building a Better 82nd near-term construction projects
- Provide input on transportation priorities to help inform PBOT’s approach for longer-term 82nd Avenue projects
Click here to visit the online open house
Program Overview
After making the most critical repairs, PBOT will identify and prioritize future investments for a better 82nd Avenue. Over the next two years, PBOT will conduct broad and inclusive community engagement and work directly with community-based organizations and agency partners to determine what the bureau should focus on for improving 82nd Avenue long-term. Funding will support:
ADDITIONAL SAFETY & MAINTENANCE PROJECTS | |
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COMMUNITY STABILIZATION | |
FUTURE TRANSIT PLANNING Click here to learn more about Metro's 82nd Avenue transit project |
Timeline
Throughout 2023, PBOT will work with community to identify needs and understand priorities. This will help the project team identify investment opportunities and inform the draft investment strategy. The final investment strategy is expected by spring 2024.
Community calls for Civic Corridor Investment Strategy
The jurisdictional transfer of 82nd Avenue and Critical Fixes investments are the culmination of years of work by community and their state and local representatives. Community advocates have put lots of resources into developing a vision for 82nd Avenue and have worked hard to hold local governments accountable for addressing the urgent repair and safety needs along the corridor. Watch this video to hear directly from local community about the need for Building a Better 82nd.