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Stay safe and warm in winter weather

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What to do when snow, ice, extreme cold, and winter storms hit Portland. How to get ready. Where to find information on road closures, travel tips, snow and ice routes, snowplow activity, freezing pipes, downed power lines, power outages, tree emergencies, and more.

2040Freight Community Advisory Committee

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About Portland's Public Street Plazas

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PBOT's Portland Public Street Plazas are community-oriented public spaces where business and the neighborhood come together. Rather than just a place to pass through, these sections of city streets become vibrant community hubs where all are welcome.

About Safe Routes to School

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About the Safe Routes to School program at the Portland Bureau of Transportation.

About the North Portland in Motion Community Advisory Group

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Membership and meeting information for the North Portland in Motion Community Advisory Group. Overview of community members from North Portland neighborhoods and organizations providing feedback to the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) throughout the planning process.

About the Rose Lane Project

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Through the Rose Lane Project, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is giving buses and streetcars priority on the road, helping more Portlanders get where they need to go more reliably and quickly.

About Vision Zero

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Protecting human lives is core to Vision Zero, the goal to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on Portland streets.

Additional adaptive bicycling resources

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Adaptive bicycling resources for people with disabilities, links for short-term or long-term rentals, or where to purchase adaptive bikes locally. Information about projects from the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT).

Addressing litter and vandalism in Portland

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The pandemic has led to a substantial increase in the amount of trash, graffiti, and vandalism in the city. The city’s recovery will require that these issues be addressed holistically and comprehensively by engaging multiple bureaus and community organizations.

Adopt a storm drain

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Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) crews work to keep city drains clear and prevent flooding. With over 58,000 drains in the city, we can’t get to them all. “Adopt” a storm drain near you and help keep them clear of debris. Tips on clearing drains and information about stormwater runoff.

Annual Deadly Traffic Crash Report

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Portland Bureau of Transportation continually reviews deadly traffic crashes in Portland, analyzing trends and then building this report each winter to look back at the previous year. Understanding the circumstances and factors behind each loss of life from traffic violence is core to our work.

Annual Vision Zero Action Plan Progress Report

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Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) updates the public on our Vision Zero work annually — what work we’ve done and what areas need more attention — through the annual Vision Zero Action Plan Progress Report.

Apply for a Block Party permit

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Block Parties are a fun and easy way to build community and get to know your neighbors. Gather your neighbors to hold a Block Party in your street or turn the street over to the kids for play. With this free permit, you can host your event on your neighborhood street!

Apply for a Community Event Permit

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The Community Events Team at the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) issues Community Event Permits to close streets, travel lanes, sidewalks, and parking spaces for events such as farmers markets, street fairs, cultural events, fundraisers and so much more!

Apply for a Disabled User Parking Permit

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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) provides four types of parking permits for people with disabilities based on their needs. Each type is outlined below, along with the application. Applicants must have a valid Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) placard to apply.

Apply for a job at PBOT

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Direct link to job postings for the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Hosted by governmentjobs.com.
"We are hiring" text on a light blue background

Apply for a permit to place a portable storage container in a parking lane

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Find the permit that fits your situation and click on the appropriate application

Apply for a Street or Structure Painting permit

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Street and structure paintings are large, decorative paintings installed directly on the street or City structures to beautify neighborhoods and build community.

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

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Annual area parking permits for residents and employers in Zones A-U. Permits help alleviate commuter parking in residential neighborhoods. Online portal managed by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Find your zone, instructions for payment and renewal, FAQ.

Apply for an annual Miscellaneous Parking Permit for businesses, nonprofits, and media

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Annual parking permits for certain commercial activity, deliveries, maintenance, and others not met by standard parking zones or truck loading zones. Online portal managed by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Find your permit type, instructions for payment, renewal, or replacement.

Apply for an Outdoor Dining Permit 

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Apply for Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) Outdoor Dining. Steps to follow before applying, fee schedule, links to design guidance and permit conditions.

Asset management at PBOT

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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) manages transportation assets worth $21.9 billion. Our transportation system moves people, goods, freight, and emergency vehicles through the city. Our policy statement, reporting, risk assessment, and asset list illustrated in one chart.

Back to School resources

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Welcome back to school! Safe Routes to School offers resources for students and families to plan their trip to school and get there safely.

Back to School Resources for Parents & Caregivers

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Good-bye summer, hello school! On this page, Safe Routes to School offers resources for families to plan their trip to school and get there safely.

Basic road maintenance schedule

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Schedule of basic road maintenance from the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Includes gravel street service, grind-and-pave, base repair, crack sealing, micro-surfacing, and other work to preserve pavement conditions. Work typically takes less than a week, with minor traffic disruption.

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