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So You Think We’ve Got Problems?
Everything’s relative. I thought I’d start this thread to invite readers to compare Portland’s transport situation with other cities’, either those we think are in better shape, or those we think are in worse shape. I think (hope) the comparisons will help us keep our perspective. I’ve going to start off with two brief stories,…
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Perspective and Pushback on Fareless Square Changes
TriMet has a PowerPoint presentation (PDF, 1.6M) that they are using with various groups, I expect that something similar will be on display at the public hearings this week. But not everyone is going quietly. The Lloyd Transportation Management Association (TMA), which contributes funding to help pay for fareless service to Lloyd District, has sent…
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TriMet Sets Hearings on Fareless Square Hour Limits
From the TriMet web site. I hope to have more info from TriMet later on Friday. Fareless Square Taking action on security Public Hearing Locations Wednesday, January 16, 2008 Liberty Center Auditorium 650 NE Holladay St, Portland 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Plan your trip to the Liberty Center Auditorium Wednesday, January 16, 2008 Portland Building Auditorium…
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Streetcars, MAX Trains and Buses – Three Modes – One System
click image for full size view The streetcar system, promoted as a development tool, is supposed to be a local circulator with frequent stops and yet it will run without a stop for two-thirds of mile, across the Broadway Bridge between the Pearl District and the Eliot Neighborhood. On the other hand, light rail is…
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Access vs. Mobility in the Streetcar Loop
There was a request in the open suggestion thread to review the “Northrup Loop” option for the Streetcar Loop connection in the Pearl District, so this post will give it a shot. As part of the Streetcar Loop now pending approval for Federal funding, the Streetcar will cross the Broadway Bridge and connect with the…