News Blog: PBOT protects consumers and supports public safety with rules for towing, taxis, Uber, Lyft

Every day, employees of the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) protect consumers and public safety with smart rules and standards for a variety of transportation services.

Updated February 2, 2026 10:41 am Blog post

News Release: Get home safely this New Year’s Eve with $10 discounts on Uber or Lyft rides

PBOT sponsors rideshare discounts to reduce dangerous driving

Free TriMet, Portland Streetcar and C-TRAN service are available New Year's Eve

Updated December 29, 2025 3:43 pm Press release

Notice of Seizure of Vessel older brown and white Reinell WN 3942 NS

Case #2025-64932. To avoid demolition of this vessel, the owner must pick up their boat by end of day on November 28, or the vessel will be vested to the City of Portland. The owner will be responsible for all associated costs

Updated October 28, 2025 2:16 pm Public notice

Advisory: Hardship fund available for retrieval of towed and impounded vehicles for victims of auto theft and others living on a low income

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has established a hardship fund to help victims of auto theft and those living on a low income so they can more easily retrieve their towed and impounded vehicles within Portland city limits.

April 30, 2024 9:17 am News article

PFHT Advisory Committee Application

January 23, 2023 2:30 pm Public notice

Permitted City of Portland TNC Drivers Permitted in the City of Gresham

Effective December 31, 2020.

January 27, 2021 4:39 pm Public notice