Grant Park Sewer Repair Project Construction: Update (October 17, 2014)

The Grant Park Sewer Repair Project will replace or repair about 11,500 feet of public sewer pipes that are between 89 and 104 years old and failing due to age. The project will increase sewer capacity and reduce the risks of street flooding and sewage releases to homes, businesses and streets. Construction should be completed by March 2015.

Developments of Note

Completed

Sewer repairs and pavement restoration on NE Broadway are now complete. Crews will return to line a pipe in NE 28th Avenue, affecting a lane or two of NE Broadway for one day. Thank you for your patience during work on this very busy street.

Work Started

Work has begun on NE Schuyler Street west of NE 33rd Avenue, and will continue throughout the neighborhood into spring.

Upcoming

• Beverly Cleary School (NE Hancock between 32nd and 33rd avenues) - Work will be coordinated with school and start this fall.
• Traffic changes are anticipated on NE Hancock, temporarily making it one-way westbound. This will ensure parents and buses have adequate and safe access. The school will distribute additional information to families.
• Please follow signage and directions from flaggers.

Reminder

Since work started in June, one business on NE Broadway experienced a sewer backup. The city determined that roots in the property’s private sewer line caused the backup. Many of our houses have old pipes that could be affected by nearby construction like digging, so stay aware.

What to Expect During Construction

• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays.
• Construction will create noise, vibration and dust and will disrupt normal neighborhood activity.
• Minor tree trimming may occur in the public right-of-way.
• Traffic control signs will be set up, and flaggers may direct traffic on higher-volume streets.
• On-street parking in or near active work areas is prohibited during construction hours. Please plan to move your vehicle by 7:00 a.m. in work zones.
• Equipment and materials may be stored on nearby streets overnight.
• There may be periods of inactivity between construction phases.
• A city inspector will be on-site during work hours and may be able to assist you with construction concerns. Inspectors typically wear a hard hat and a green City of Portland safety vest.
• Please stay clear of all construction activities and keep children and pets out of construction areas.
• You should receive a doorhanger notice a few days before work starts on your street.
• Keep in mind schedules are always subject to changes due to weather, supply availability, or other issues.

For More Information

• Go to www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/GrantPark for more information and to see a map of the area.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation during this project. Please let us know if you have concerns such as business operations, disability issues, or medical or business deliveries. As always, we’ll strive to provide quick response to your concerns, minimal disruption near your residence or business, and open and clear communication with you throughout the project.

Kristen Kibler, Community Outreach

JLA Public Involvement on behalf of Environmental Services

Phone: 503-235-5881 x106 | Email: Kristen@jla.us.com

TriMet News: Change for Trains Through Rose Quarter Tansit Center

Hi all,

Just a quick update from TriMet. They are changing how trains run through the Rose Quarter Transit Center:

• Westbound MAX Blue, Green and Red line trains will be running on the center track and serving the middle platform beginning Tuesday, Oct. 21. 

• Schedules will not be affected. 

• More

Wishing you all a great rest of this week!

PBOT Work: Traffic Advisory

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Street improvements to close lanes on NE Killingsworth Street

from NE 33^rd to NE 41^st avenues Oct. 16-20

(October 14, 2014)  – The City of Portland Bureau of Transportation advises the traveling public that street improvements will require lane closures of NE Killingsworth Street from NE 33^rd  Avenue to NE 41^st Avenue from Thursday, October 16, through Monday, October 20, 7 a.m. through 5 p.m. each weekday. Some work may also be done this weekend.

The lane closures will allow crews to grind and pave sections of the road equaling approximately 1.01 lane miles.

Parking restriction barricades will be in place one or two workdays before the start of work.

Access will be maintained for businesses and residents. The public is advised to expect delays while repairs are being made. We ask the public to travel cautiously, observe all lane closures and directions by flaggers, and use alternate routes if possible.

This work is weather-dependent and the schedule may change.

While we're on the topic of streets near by, enjoy a photo of NE Broadway & 28th Ave from days gone by: click here (photo courtesy of Vintage Portland)

Party at Holiday Park Plaza

Hi all,

Our friends at Holiday Park Plaza are planning a party and the whole neighborhood is invited! The party will be on Saturday, October 11th (11am-2pm). There'll be something for everyone: face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, German-themed food, a balloon artist, live music, prizes from HPP and beer from Laurelwood Brewery.

Here are all the details:

PBOT News Release: New Parking Meters

NEWS RELEASE:

Transportation Bureau wants your input on two new parking meter options

(September 2014) Two companies are competing for a chance to provide Portland with new parking meters, and starting this week residents can test the new meters and help the Portland Bureau of Transportation decide which contractor to select.

Four test pay stations, two from each of the vendors that made PBOT’s short list, are available for the public to test. Meters made by Parkeon and Cale America are located on SW Salmon Street, between SW Third and Fourth avenues, just north of Lownsdale Square and on SW Third Avenue, between SW Taylor and SW Salmon streets.

The meters will be available until Oct. 14. Public comment will be accepted until 5 p.m. that day.

Let PBOT know what you think of the two pay station options by completing an online survey at bit.ly/PBOTmeters or filling out a postcard available at the meter. How easy was it to use the pay station? Was your transaction completed as fast as you expected?

Equipment from both manufacturers equipment will be familiar to city users as they have provided meters to the City in the past.  Cale America has more than 1,300 existing pay stations and Parkeon provided the ticket vending machines for the Portland Streetcar.

After receiving public input, PBOT’s selection committee will identify which vendor will supply about 300 parking meters in the new Northwest Portland parking meter district, expected to be installed in early 2015. The established price agreement will also be used for future purchases.

Both pay station options can accept payments by credit card and support the adoption of payment by mobile phone in the future.

Visitors to the test block are reminded that normal parking fees, time limits and periods of enforcement are in effect during the test period. If you are unable to purchase a ticket from one of the test meters, be sure to purchase a ticket from an existing pay station to avoid receiving a citation.

Portland Housing Bureau News: N/NE Housing Strategy

Our friends from the Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods want to be sure we are up to speed with a project that involves our neighborhood, the N/NE Housing Strategy. Take a moment to review the details and consider attending one of the forum meetings... spread the word and get involved!

What is this project?

The project is a $20 million financing initiative in North/Northeast Portland over the next five years. The effort is focused in the Interstate Corridor Urban Renewal Area in response to the community’s well documented need for affordable housing and other investments in neighborhoods most impacted by displacement.

While the funds, along with those previously budgeted and programmed, will mostly be used to invest in buildings, the process for determining how and where to spend the money provides an opportunity to engage community members in ways that begin to address a long history of institutional racism and displacement of residents and businesses. (more) 

Your voice is needed.

Community input will help shape the strategy. During Summer/Fall of 2014, Portland Housing Bureau (PHB) and community stakeholders will design a set of recommendations for prioritizing investment of these housing resources, that begins to address affordable housing needs.

Attend a Community Forum:

You will learn information about the current opportunities and how available affordable housing tools can be used. Participants will also see alternative scenarios for investments and programs. The goal is to seek consensus about which strategies most directly improve affordable housing stability and choices.

• Thursday 9/18/14 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Highland Christian Center
• Saturday 9/27/14 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Matt Dishman Community Center
• Thursday 10/9/14 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Gresham City Hall
• Saturday 10/11/14 from 9:00 a.m. – Noon at New Song Community Church

Here’s how you can be involved:

• Attend a Community Forum
• Learn more here (reports, media, etc.)
• Join the email list here
• Send us your thoughts and ideas here (email and phone)

Grant Park Village Update: NE 32nd Ave

The following is an update from Monty Orlando, Project Superintendent with Grant Park Village. Please make note of the details he outlines and plan accordingly.

Neighbors & Businesses,

NE 32^nd Ave has done it’s job carrying the heavy traffic loads over the years and during the past year for construction of the Grant Park Village project.  The time has now come to remove the torn up road and replace it. In order to complete this work, 32^nd Ave will need to be closed Monday September 29^th starting at 12 noon,  and remain closed through Saturday October 4^th.  (Actual asphalt paving of the road is scheduled on Saturday the 4^th and is good-weather dependent).  The road will re-open on Sunday October 5^th (barring any weather delays).  

It will be necessary to close the east entrance to the Fred Meyers’ parking lot. The detour route during this road closure for deliveries and the residences along NE Weidler will be NE 30^th Ave.  Altus Traffic Management will be conducting traffic flagging control during this week.  We understand that this will cause some degree of inconvenience during this closure, but we are looking forward to getting this road re-paved and providing a smoother street for everyone’s use.  Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation.

For a map of the area CLICK HERE.

PBOT News Release: N Williams Avenue Design Installation & Lane Closure

NEWS RELEASE

North Williams Avenue street design installation begins; left lane to close shortly

“A Safer Place for Everyone” outreach campaign features safety messages from residents

(September 16, 2014) – Construction begins later this week on a new street design for North Williams Avenue, a corridor that serves a growing neighborhood as well as being a popular commute route between downtown and North Portland.
The new street design will extend from NE Broadway to Killingsworth Street and will require up to three months to complete.  Safety improvements will benefit all travelers, especially pedestrians, and changes will affect the look of the street and traffic flow for all travelers.
Early in the project, the left lane of North Williams Avenue will close to all traffic. No detours will be in effect but alternate routes are available during construction. 
The alternate route for people traveling by bicycle is NE Rodney Street, a neighborhood greenway that is a designated bikeway and has been upgraded with speed bumps to discourage cut through motor vehicle traffic.  The alternate routes for drivers are NE Martin Luther King Boulevard or N Interstate Avenue.

The new street design will include these major improvements:

·      A new traffic signal will be installed at the busy N Cook Street crossing.

·      New striped crosswalks and curb extensions at five crossings will improve pedestrian visibility, making it safer and easier to cross.

·      Bus and bike travel are being separated to reduce conflicts and improve safety.  Buses will continue to stop on the right side of the street while the bike lane will be expanded to a width of 12 feet and transferred to the left side.

·      The speed limit is being lowered to 25 mph along most of the corridor; and 20 mph where foot traffic is highest, between NE Fremont and Skidmore streets.

·      Green transition zones in the left side bike lane indicate where motor vehicles cross the lane to turn left.

The left side bicycle lane is expected to open in mid-October, once the Cook Street traffic signal is operational.  The crosswalk restriping and additional construction are expected to entail minimal traffic disruption.
The project was developed in 2012 after a 16-month public involvement process to identify how to make N Williams Avenue a safer place for all travelers and to address longstanding community concerns over pedestrian safety in particular.

“A Safer Place for Everyone”

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is launching “A Safer Place for Everyone” outreach campaign to inform people of the new street design and encourage all travelers to share the road.  The campaign is an outgrowth of the public involvement process where people suggested increased outreach around safety.
The “A Safer Place for Everyone” campaign features residents sending their safety messages to fellow residents via a series of banners and A-boards. The banners, soon to be posted to light fixtures along the corridor, will be displayed through the winter.  
The transportation bureau also mailed an “A Safer Place for Everyone” brochure to area residents and distributed to local businesses and other gathering places.  The public is encouraged to share photos and their own messages on social media with the tag #northwilliams.  
More information is available at www.northwilliamssafety.org  including a map and construction highlights. View the “A Safer Place for Everyone” banner campaign. View the “A Safer Place for Everyone” brochure.

Contact:

Diane Dulken

Portland Bureau of Transportation

503-823-5552

diane.dulken@portlandoregon.gov

Twitter @PBOTinfo

LUTC Newsletter - Mid-September 2014

A mid-September LUTC newsletter is up... please click this link to access the report.

The City of Portland’s Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) Seeking New Members

Happy Monday everyone!

The following is an announcement from Roger Geller who is from the Office of Transportation:

The Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) has been advising city staff and elected officials on matters related to bicycling since the 1970s. Committee members meet monthly to review and make recommendations on: planning and policy documents affecting bicycling, funding priorities for bicycle-related projects and designs for specific bikeways.

The committee is made up of 13 members with full standing and up to seven alternate members. To qualify, applicants must be: an adult resident of the Portland Metropolitan area, have an interest in promoting the use of the bicycle for transportation and recreation and make a commitment to attend monthly meetings and participate in the work of the committee.

Members are appointed to 3-year terms.

If you are interested, you will find more information and application materials here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/37435

Applications must be received no later than Friday, October 24^th.

Applications should be mailed, faxed or emailed to:

Roger Geller

Portland Office of Transportation

1120 SW 5thAvenue, Room 800

Portland, OR 97204

Fax: (503) 823-7576; Email: Roger.Geller@portlandoregon.gov

Please contact Roger Geller at roger.geller@portlandoregon.gov or (503) 823-7671 with any questions.

Grant Park Sewer Repair Project Construction: Update (September 5, 2014)

The Grant Park Sewer Repair Project will replace or repair about 11,500 feet of public sewer pipes that are between 89 and 104 years old and failing due to age. The project will increase sewer capacity and reduce the risks of street flooding and sewage releases to homes, businesses and streets. Construction should be completed by March 2015.

SCHEDULE

Here is the tentative schedule for upcoming work. Please be aware that this schedule is subject to change due to conditions underground, weather, traffic impacts, availability of materials or other factors. We will continue to keep you updated.

PARTIAL DAY CLOSURES AT INTERSECTION OF NE BROADWAY AND 30TH CONTINUE INTO NEXT WEEK, PARTIAL DAY CLOSURES AT NE 28TH BEGIN NEXT WEEK

• The intersection of NE Broadway and NE 30th Avenue will continue to be closed until midway through the week of September 8 during construction hours, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Motorists will be able to access residences and businesses south of Broadway using NE 32nd or NE 28th. Please watch for signs and follow direction from flaggers. Flaggers will assist pedestrians at this busy intersection.
• Once the intersection of NE Broadway and NE 30th Avenue reopens, work will move to the intersection of NE Broadway and NE 28th Avenue which will be closed during construction hours, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work at this intersection will take up to a week and a half. Please watch for signs and follow direction from flaggers.
• Watch for no parking signs; these will begin to move to accommodate the work zones and alternate accesses to businesses.
• Motorists should expect delays on NE Broadway, but one lane in each direction will remain open at all times and two lanes in each direction will be open by the afternoon commute. Work on NE Broadway should be completed in September.
• TriMet will temporarily relocate bus stops along NE Broadway as needed during construction.

UPCOMING WORK

The contractor is scheduling work on residential streets, including pavement restoration work on U.S. Grant Place, and returning to complete the work started on NE Hancock Street. The work on these streets will likely occur after work in NE Broadway is complete.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING CONSTRUCTION

• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays.
• Construction creates noise, vibration and dust and disrupts normal neighborhood activity.
• Traffic control signs are set up and flaggers may direct traffic on higher-volume streets.
• On-street parking in or near active work areas is prohibited during construction hours. Please plan to move your vehicle by 7:00 a.m. in work zones.
• Equipment and materials may be stored on nearby streets overnight.
• There may be periods of inactivity between construction phases.
• A city inspector is on-site during work hours and may be able to assist you with construction concerns. Inspectors typically wear a hard hat and a green safety vest with "City of Portland" across the back.
• Please stay clear of all construction activities and keep children and pets out of construction areas.
• You should receive a doorhanger notice a few days before work starts on your street.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Let others know that they can receive these project updates by email by sending an email to Kristen@jla.us.com with "Grant Park" in the subject line. Go to www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/GrantPark for more information and to see a map of the area.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation during this project. Please let us know if you have concerns such as business operations, disability issues, or medical or business deliveries. As always, we'll strive to provide quick response to your concerns, minimal disruption near your residence or business, and open and clear communication with you throughout the project.

Kristen Kibler, Community Outreach

JLA Public Involvement on behalf of Environmental Services

Phone: 503-235-5881 x106 | Email: Kristen@jla.us.com

Gulch-O-Rama is Tomorrow, YAY!!!

Hey everyone !

Gulch-O-Rama is tomorrow, Saturday Sept. 6th (4pm-9pm). Brought to you especially by the SGNA, this beloved neighborhood tradition is something that shouldn't be missed!!! We hope to see you there for tasty food, great music, neighborhood cheer, family fun and an all-around good time! Here are the details if you'd like a reminder:

Who: Everyone... it's for all SG residents. Bring your neighbors!!!

What: Gulch-O-Rama

When: Sept. 6th, 4:00pm-9:00pm

Where: Between 24th and 26th on Clackamas.

About: There will be live music, family fun and lots of neighborhood cheer! As tradition, the food is potluck style: please bring a dish to share. Be sure to label anything with common allergens (i.e. nuts). This is a free neighborhood party. While there will be raffle tickets from local business sold, there is no admission charged to join the fun!!!

It looks like we'll have amazing weather, perfect for partying the afternoon away... see you tomorrow!

Gulch-O-Rama 2014: Saturday, Sept. 6th

Hey Neighbors!

It's time for Gulch-O-Rama this weekend!!! We hope you'll come and enjoy an evening of neighborhood fun... there's something for EVERYONE!!! Here are all the details:

Who: Everyone... it's for all SG residents. Bring your neighbors!!!

What: Gulch-O-Rama

When: Sept. 6th, 4:00pm-9:00pm

Where: Between 24th and 26th on Clackamas.

About: There will be live music, family fun and lots of neighborhood cheer! As tradition, the food is potluck style: please bring a dish to share. Be sure to label anything with common allergens (i.e. nuts). This is a free neighborhood party. While there will be raffle tickets from local business sold, there is no admission charged to join the fun!!!

Spread the word, bring your neighbors and we'll see you this weekend!!! 

LUTC Newsletter - September 2014

September's LUTC newsletter is up... please click this link to access the report.

TriMet Labor Day Weekend Announcements

Hi everyone! 

Hard to believe summer is coming to a close... as you gear up for the upcoming holiday weekend, keep the following in mind if you're using public transportation:

On Monday, September 1, TriMet buses and MAX will be running on Sunday schedules in observance of Labor Day.  Portland Streetcar will run on the Saturday schedule.  TriMet Customer Service, Ticket Office and Lost & Found will be closed. Several lines do not have service on Sundays.  Check if your line is running and plan your trip in advance.

Grant Park Sewer Repair Project: Update (August 22, 2014)

Grant Park Sewer Repair Project: Update (August 22, 2014)

The Grant Park Sewer Repair Project will replace or repair about 11,500 feet of public sewer pipes that are between 89 and 104 years old and failing due to age. The project will increase sewer capacity and reduce the risks of street flooding and sewage releases to homes, businesses and streets. Construction should be completed by March 2015.

SCHEDULE

The following work is anticipated over the next weeks. Please be aware that this schedule is subject to change due to conditions underground, weather, traffic impacts, availability of materials or other factors. We will continue to keep you updated.

CONSTRUCTION ON NE BROADWAY BETWEEN 32ND AND JUST WEST OF 30TH, PARTIAL DAY CLOSURES AT 30TH TO BEGIN NEXT WEEK

• Construction crews are working on NE Broadway between 32nd and 30th avenues and construction has closed Broadway at NE 32nd Avenue. The intersection should re-open soon.
• Beginning the week of August 25, the intersection of NE Broadway and NE 30th Avenue will close during construction hours, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work at this intersection will take up to two and a half weeks. Motorists will be able to access residences and businesses south of Broadway using NE 32nd, which will soon be reopened, or NE 28th. Please watch for signs and follow direction from flaggers. Flaggers will assist pedestrians at this busy intersection.
• Watch for no parking signs; these will begin to move to accommodate the work zones and alternate accesses to businesses.
• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays.
• Due to the Labor Day holiday, there will be no work from noon on Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 1.
• Motorists should expect delays on NE Broadway, but one lane in each direction will remain open at all times and two lanes in each direction will be open by the afternoon commute. Work on NE Broadway should be completed in September.
• TriMet will temporarily relocate bus stops along NE Broadway as needed during the summer.

UPCOMING WORK

The contractor is scheduling work on residential streets, including pavement restoration work on U.S. Grant Place, and returning to complete the work started on NE Hancock Street. The work on these streets will likely occur after work in NE Broadway is complete.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING CONSTRUCTION

• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays.
• Construction creates noise, vibration and dust and disrupts normal neighborhood activity.
• Traffic control signs are set up and flaggers may direct traffic on higher-volume streets.
• On-street parking in or near active work areas is prohibited during construction hours. Please plan to move your vehicle by 7:00 a.m. in work zones.
• Equipment and materials may be stored on nearby streets overnight.
• There may be periods of inactivity between construction phases.
• A city inspector is on-site during work hours and may be able to assist you with construction concerns. Inspectors typically wear a hard hat and a green safety vest with "City of Portland" across the back.
• Please stay clear of all construction activities and keep children and pets out of construction areas.
• You should receive a doorhanger notice a few days before work starts on your street.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Let others know that they can receive these project updates by email by sending an email to Kristen@jla.us.com with "Grant Park" in the subject line. Go to www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/GrantPark for more information and to see a map of the area.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation during this project. Please let us know if you have concerns such as business operations, disability issues, or medical or business deliveries. As always, we'll strive to provide quick response to your concerns, minimal disruption near your residence or business, and open and clear communication with you throughout the project.

Contact information for Kristen Kibler is as follows: 

Phone: 503-235-5881 x106 

Email: Kristen@jla.us.com

The Portland Water Bureau Wants to Hear from YOU

Hi Neighbors! 

Below is a letter from the Portland Water Bureau. They are looking for feedback regarding the May drinking water advisory... They've created a survey (it takes about 5 min or less to complete) and this is an excellent way to connect with them.

Dear Water Customer,

In late May of this year the Portland Water Bureau sent a drinking water advisory (boil water notice) to customers telling them to boil their drinking water because of potential contamination.

While the Water Bureau is always working to keep our drinking water safe, we would also like to improve how we communicate important information to you in an emergency situation.

We want to hear from you about your experience during the drinking water advisory in May.

Please go to the link below and complete a short survey. The survey will ask you how you received information and advice on what to do during the incident.

We will use this information to improve the way we communicate with you and other community members in the future.

Please click on the link below to complete the online survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PortlandDrinkingWaterAdvisory

For more information or if you have questions, please contact:

Portland Water Bureau Water Line

503-823-7525

www.portlandoregon.gov/water

Thank you for your time and information,

Portland Water Bureau.

LUTC Newsletter - August 2014

August's LUTC newsletter is up... please click this link to access the report.

Upcoming Event: Portland International Beerfest

Portland International Beerfest: August 8-10 at Holladay Park

PIB is a high end 3-day beer festival specializing in rare, hard-to-find, exotic beers.  Over 200 world-class beers from 16 countries will be on hand, hailing from all over the planet, many from right here in the Pacific NW. Stroll around the beautiful park with a cold one as you listen to music play all weekend.

Check out the PIB website for all the details.

TriMet Repair Notice

Hi everyone, 

Passing along a notice regarding some TriMet work that will impact our neighborhood:

TriMet will begin track bed repair at 11th and Holladay from August 11 through August 15th. Buses will bridge the connection between the Lloyd and Convention Center stations. 

Plan accordingly for the next week and a half and refer to TriMet's website for additional information related to the specific repair project.