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Today's lightning round of news includes Governor Tina Kotek eyeing the kicker for wildfire costs, TriMet's new idea to curb fare evasion, an Oregon coast train ride for stargazing, and more. Host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni give their microdose of news and dive into our mailbag to hear from listeners on today's midweek roundup.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Chaotic Administration of Portland Anti-Displacement Policy Leaves Affordable Apartments Vacant [Oregonian] TriMet Considers Adding Gates To Stop Fare Evasion As It Faces $74 Million Deficit [KATU]  Gov. Tina Kotek Now Supports Withholding $1B of Oregon's ‘Kicker' for Wildfire Costs [OPB]  Oregon Route Named One of the Best Train Rides in the U.S. for Stargazing [Oregonian] Oregon Bill Would Allow Youth To Vote in School Board Elections [Oregon Capital Chronicle] Portland Voters Support Nearly Doubling Size of Police Force, Polling Shows [Willamette Week] A Shrinking State Budget Forecast, the County Cuts Tent Access, and a Lightning Round of News [City Cast Portland] The Gigantic PPS School Bond on Your May 20 Ballot. Plus, Our Listener Mailbag [City Cast Portland]  Portland's Full of Empty Buildings. Could a Vacancy Tax Help? [City Cast Portland] Get more from City Cast Portland when you become a City Cast Portland Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events, and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode: Oregon Health Authority PaintCare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is a bleak time for mass transit all throughout the U.S. The challenges here in the Portland metro area are many and pronounced.TriMet is providing about 30 million fewer rides each year than it did in 2019 — and the recovery appears to be slowing way down. Rider safety has been a persistent concern since the pandemic. Fare evasion is rampant. Meanwhile, TriMet's subsidy per ride has soared by more than 400% in the last decade. And the regional transit agency is now raising the prospect of staggering service cuts over the next few years. On the latest Beat Check, Oregonian/OregonLive reporters Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and Mike Rogoway examine this perilous moment for public transit in the Portland region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John A. Charles Jr. critiques TriMet's push for expansion amid deep financial losses and declining ridership, urging the Board to scale back and refocus. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-do-we-still-need-trimet/ #TriMet #transitfunding #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #publicpolicy #Vancouver #Oregonnews #buscuts #lightrail #CascadePolicy

Recently The Oregonian published a feature about TriMet's ongoing death spiral. Since 2015, the agency's annual revenue from passenger fares has dropped from $117 million to $59 million, while operating expenses have grown. As a result, TriMet's operating loss last year was $850 million.TriMet is begging state legislators for a bailout, but we've already tried that. The legislature approved payroll tax rate increases in both 2003 and 2009. As a result, TriMet is now almost entirely funded by taxpayers.TriMet anticipates that it will have to eliminate up to 51 of its bus lines by 2031 if it cannot improve its financial condition. We should probably let that happen. Transit is important only if people choose to use it. Most people in the metro region are making other choices.Unfortunately, TriMet is in denial about these trends. The agency is planning to expand light rail service to Vancouver and tear up 82nd Avenue to accommodate bus rapid transit.The TriMet Board is holding a strategic planning retreat this week. The Board should shut down plans for new service and prepare for the retrenchment that the market is demanding.

Die Insolvenz des Zulieferers Bohai Trimet in Harzgerode kam überraschend. Janek Tomaschefski von der IG Metall ist aber trotz Sorge und Verunsicherung bei der Belegschaft zuversichtlich.

Rep. John Ley raises alarms over Portland's TriMet financial crisis and its implications for Clark County taxpayers. With major cuts coming and costs soaring, he questions whether local leaders should continue supporting the MAX light rail extension as part of the I-5 Bridge Replacement. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-trimets-fiscal-cliff-a-caution-for-clark-county-taxpayers/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #TriMet #IBR #transportation #JohnLey #Vancouver #OregonTransit #CTRAN

Rep. John Ley shares his concerns about proposed tax hikes, tolling, and transportation funding in Olympia, highlighting issues such as property tax caps, bridge tolls, and TriMet's expansion. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-stage-is-set-for-a-battle-royale/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #JohnLey #WashingtonTaxes #PropertyTax #InterstateBridge #LightRailFunding #OlympiaPolitics #statebudget

Veteran journalist Marvin Case offers sharp criticism of the I-5 bridge replacement project, calling for a third Columbia River crossing and questioning the push for costly light rail. He challenges local officials to explain their positions and warns of decisions made by unelected bureaucrats. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-fix-is-in/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #I5Bridge #lightrail #ColumbiaRiverBridge #publictransit #TriMet #busrapidtransit #MarvinCase

Should Clark County taxpayers be on the hook for TriMet's light rail expansion? A $7.2 million annual demand has ignited controversy, with Councilor Michelle Belkot opposing the funding—only to be removed from the C-TRAN Board. As tolls and new taxes loom, residents are left questioning whether this financial burden is justified.Why are local leaders backing TriMet's plan, and what does this mean for Clark County's future? Get the full breakdown and find out how you can make your voice heard.Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-michelle-belkot-wants-to-protect-your-wallet-and-not-pay-for-trimets-light-rail-om/#InterstateBridgeReplacementProgram #Vancouver #CTRAN #SueMarshall #ClarkCounty #O&Mcosts #IBR #busrapidtransit #fixedrouteservice #ClarkCountyCouncil #Vancouvermayor #paratransitservice #MAXlightrail #salestaxrevenue #lightrail #CTRANBoard #MichelleBelkot #TriMet #Vanpoolservice #tolls #AnneMcEneryOgle #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

The Clark County Council has removed Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board of Directors after she opposed funding TriMet's light rail operations and maintenance. The move, which followed a heated C-TRAN board discussion, has sparked debate over local transit funding and political decision-making.Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/michelle-belkot-speaks-out-after-clark-county-council-kicks-her-off-c-tran-board/ www.ClarkCountyToday.com#MichelleBelkot #CTRAN #LightRailFunding #ClarkCountyCouncil #TransitPolicy #InterstateBridge #PublicTransit #LocalGovernment #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews

On March 11 the Joint Transportation Committee of the Oregon Legislature took testimony on HB 3453, which would create a new transit authority with a mission to take over TriMet's Westside Express Service (WES) commuter line and expand it to Eugene.While I share the enthusiasm of the bill's sponsors for passenger rail, the history of WES shows that a market for commuter rail does not exist.WES was originally projected to cost $65 million and open in 2000. It actually cost $161.2 million and opened in 2009. TriMet predicted that opening-year ridership would average 2,500 average daily boardings. Actual ridership averaged 1,140.Daily ridership peaked in 2014 at 1,964 daily boardings, then dropped in each successive year. During 2024 WES averaged just 477 boardings per day.Since each rider typically takes two daily train trips, that means WES only has about 240 actual customers.With such little ridership, public subsidies are costly. Last year the operating cost per boarding ride on WES averaged $103, far in excess of the standard TriMet fare of $2.80.There is no business case for expanding commuter rail. In fact, taxpayers would be better off if we canceled WES, sold the train cars, and moved the few customers back to buses.

Rep. John Ley raises concerns over TriMet's funding demands, urging the C-TRAN Board to reject a $7 million annual subsidy and a costly light rail expansion. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-what-has-been-revealed-about-trimet-in-multiple-clark-county-today-articles-over-the-past-few-years-is-eye-opening/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #TriMetFunding #CTRANBoard #TaxpayerImpact #I5Bridge #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews

Camas resident Douglas Tweet shares his opposition to the TriMet light rail expansion in the I-5 Bridge replacement, citing low transit demand and high costs. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-extremely-low-bus-ridership-does-not-justify-switch-to-expensive-trimet-light-rail/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #transportation #lightrail #TriMet #IBR #publictransit

TriMet expects passenger fares to cover only a quarter of the projected $22 million in annual IBR transit costs, leaving Washington state to shoulder much of the financial burden. With passenger fares making up just 8 percent of TriMet's revenues, the funding model remains a key issue. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trimets-need-for-clark-county-funds-questioned/ www.ClarkCountyToday.com #InterstateBridge #IBR #TriMet #passengerfares #transportationfunding #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #VancouverWA #CamasWA #BattleGroundWA #WashougalWA

Rep. John Ley has introduced House Bill 1869, which could prevent Washington taxpayers from covering Portland's TriMet costs—potentially saving the state up to $500 million. His bill seeks to keep transportation dollars within Washington, arguing that TriMet's $2 billion MAX light rail extension should be funded by Oregon. Learn more about the bill's impact at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/rep-john-ley-introduces-bill-to-save-washington-transportation-up-to-500-million/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #WashingtonTransportation #I5Bridge #JohnLey #HB1869 #TriMet #LightRail #PublicTransit #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews

What's the biggest concern with the I-5 Bridge replacement project? Some say it won't fix congestion, while others are concerned about cost or the inclusion of TriMet's light rail into Vancouver. Vote in our weekly poll now at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-whats-the-biggest-issue-with-the-i-5-bridge-replacement-plan-we-want-your-opinion/ #I5Bridge #Transportation #Traffic #Infrastructure #PublicTransit #BridgeReplacement #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews

Clark County Councilor Michelle Belkot has raised concerns over taxpayer funding for TriMet's Vancouver light rail extension. With a public discussion scheduled for March 11, Belkot and other C-TRAN board members want to ensure Southwest Washington residents have a say. Learn more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-councilor-michelle-belkot-presses-for-c-tran-board-public-discussion-on-light-rail-funding #LightRail #CTRAN #Transportation #TriMet #PublicTransit #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Dive into the growing opposition to the light rail extension of TriMet's Yellow Line into Vancouver. Local leaders question its financial viability and transparency. Explore this detailed discussion at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-council-member-joins-opposition-to-funding-for-light-rail-extension-operations-and-maintenance on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #lightrailfunding #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

Ken Vance explores TriMet's $21.8 million light rail subsidy demand and its implications for Clark County taxpayers. Radio host Lars Larson and Vancouver City Council member Bart Hansen discuss the contentious proposal. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trimets-21-8-million-demand-for-light-rail-subsidies-continues-to-be-questioned on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #LocalNews #Transportation #TriMet #PublicTransit

This week in Clark County Washington, we cover it all! From debates on light rail funding and TriMet's financial challenges to celebrating Ethan Harris' dominant performance at the Les Schwab Invitational. Plus, we highlight Aja Frary's inspiring journey from Evergreen High School to Hollywood and honor the legacy of President Jimmy Carter. Stay informed and engaged with the latest local news and inspiring community stories. Visit ClarkCountyToday.com for more! #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #TriMet #lightrailfunding #EthanHarris #CamasHighSchool #HollywoodStuntwoman #PresidentJimmyCarter #HabitatForHumanity #sportsnews #communitystories #WashingtonState

Explore John Ley's critique of TriMet's demands for the Interstate Bridge Replacement program. Learn why he believes taxpayers are being unfairly burdened and what local officials can do to address these concerns. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-trimet-should-receive-the-golden-fleece-award on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #TriMet #GoldenFleeceAward #LightRail #TaxpayerConcerns #PublicTransportation #ColumbiaRiverCrossing #CTRAN #InterstateBridgeReplacement #Oregon #WashingtonState #ClarkCounty #LocalNews

John A. Charles Jr. of Cascade Policy Institute critiques the Yellow MAX Line extension to Vancouver, highlighting flaws in TriMet's service promises and urging legislators to reconsider light rail in favor of express bus services. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-extending-the-yellow-max-line-to-vancouver-is-trimets-worst-idea-yet on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #YellowMAXLine #TransportationFunding #CascadePolicyInstitute #ClarkCounty #LocalNews

At a December 17th meeting of the Joint Legislative Committee on the Interstate Bridge Replacement, legislators were promised that the proposed light rail service to Vancouver, WA would arrive every 6.7 minutes during weekday rush hours. We don't need to guess whether this forecast will be wrong. We already know it. Before the Yellow Line opened in 2004, TriMet promised that peak-hour trains would arrive every 7.5 minutes by 2020. That never happened. In fact, the Yellow Line only arrives every 15 minutes, 50% below what was promised. Not only did TriMet planners give the wrong forecast for levels of service, they weren't even close on the ridership estimates. TriMet predicted 35,320 weekday riders on the Yellow Line by 2020. Actual ridership is 10,611, 70% below the forecast. The transit agency for Vancouver already offers express bus service to Portland, which is a superior ride compared to light rail. Spending $3 billion to add rail will be a waste of money. The legislature should cut light rail from the project while it still can.

Washington taxpayers may be asked to fund 45% of light rail costs under a proposal from TriMet, amounting to $7 million annually. This plan has raised concerns among the C-TRAN Board and sparked local debate. Have your say—vote in this week's poll question at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/how-should-washington-taxpayers-handle-trimets-proposed-light-rail-costs-share-your-thoughts on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #LightRail #WashingtonTaxpayers #CTRAN #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

The C-TRAN Board of Directors raises concerns as Washington taxpayers face a $7 million annual bill for TriMet's light rail operating costs under the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program. Learn more about the debate over transit solutions, taxpayer funding, and cost comparisons between buses and light rail. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/light-rail-cost-and-tax-increase-revelations-cause-significant-concerns-for-c-tran-board on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #TriMet #LightRail #InterstateBridgeReplacement #IBR #PublicTransit #TaxpayerFunding #LocalNews #CTranBoard #Transportation #JohnLey

In mid-November, the Portland City Council approved a 1.3-mile extension of the Portland Streetcar in Northwest Portland to service anticipated housing development near the Montgomery Park building. Council members assumed that the streetcar is a critical mobility option for Portland residents, but the facts suggest otherwise. According to TriMet, monthly ridership in 2024 has been 39% lower than ridership during 2018, despite a rise in population during that period. The Streetcar is simply irrelevant to most residents. It's a low-speed, low-capacity, high-cost method of travel that doesn't go many places. Even for those who love trains, the Streetcar is not practical for most trips. Historically, Streetcar construction has been paid for by various sources including property owners, parking revenues, and grants. Federal money is always the linchpin. Portland expects to submit a large grant request to the federal government no later than June of next year; but with the election of Donald Trump, those subsidies might not be available.

Hey Friends~  Holidays are a time that we create stories. Stories have the power to draw our families together and we can weave into those stories the lessons that we really want our kids to know! Listening to stories is a fabulous way to TRAIN OUR IMAGINATION AND OUR LISTENING SKILLS at the same time!  Do you do any “Listen-Only” stories?  Human brains are developing differently now with so much  screen exposure.   Today, we have a master storyteller here with us!  Bob Hastings shares how his creativity was sparked through storytelling with his  kids and grandkids.  Then, he realized the immense impact and influence the stories had!  Don't underestimate the power of storytelling and what YOU can do with it!! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     ABOUT THE GUEST:    When Bob's children Andrew Wood and Erin Katherine were young, Bob made up "Woody and Katie Stories" based on their middle names. Fast forward a few decades and Drew's son Arlo asked "Bear King" (the name he calls Bob) to tell him a "wind story." That prompted Bob to create this podcast series, drawing on the arc of the adventure books he loved as a kid and continuing the tradition of naming characters loosely on children's names. Grandsons Arlo is "Loar" and Oren is "Roen." Grandnieces Aurora, Delaney and Allessandra are featured, too. They visit neighborhoods where family members live. Before he retired from the TriMet transit agency, Bob oversaw the architectural design of the Tilikum Crossing Bridge of the People over the Willamette River. He also managed the agency's alternative energy projects. Today, Bob lives in a Portland high-rise "sky cave" condo tower by the river, bridge and Ross Island. He and his wife "Bear Queen" drive an all-electric car. CONTACT THE GUEST:   bob@oregonbydesign.com Enjoy Bob Hasting's podcast: "Bear King & Bobo Chico Stories for Kids" :  https://bearkingbobochico.buzzsprout.com/share     Affiliate RESOURCES to help:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3     YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com      If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  93 Teaching Kids To Express Gratitude In 2 Easy Steps! 95 Do You Have A Picky Eater? Have a Holiday Plan! Join For A Success Story with Everyday Parent, Kristi! 96 A Thanksgiving Story of Squanto Shared From Dinalynn's Home Library 103 Traveling With Littles? 3 Magic Ways To Have A Happier Trip! 115 - 3 Ways To Ensure Travel With Kids Is Enjoyable!

Paratransit is the most expensive mode transit agencies in North America provide, so finding ways to save money and better serve the community is paramount. One way to do that is offer a bare-bones, only-what's-mandated service; which saves money, but underserves a vulnerable population. The other way is to get smart, to get innovative.And that's exactly what Eileen Collins Turvey of Portland's TriMet did, and it paid off because she won the 2024 APTA Innovation Award for her pilot program giving paratransit customers Instacart Plus memberships.It costs about $150 round trip for someone to use paratransit to go to the store. And they have to book ahead of time and can only bring two bags back from the store. But what if people could just have their groceries delivered instead? In her pilot, Eileen gave $10/mo Instacart Plus memberships to paratransit customers to let them buy groceries and have them delivered whenever they need from over 55 stores.How's it working?TriMet is saving $1500 per month per person and if the program is expanded to just half of their paratransit customers they could save $9 million per year.In her conversation with host Paul Comfort, Eileen also talks about her personal connection to paratransit and her vision for what paratransit could and should be. Tune in for this awesome interview with a true trailblazer.And if you'd like to learn more about it, Eileen provided us with a link to all her information and materials about the program. (text link: https://nextcloud.trimet.org/index.php/s/nyTqwgzefiGbNTB)Coming up next week we head to Connecticut and hear from Ben Limmer, Chief of Public Transportation at Connecticut Department of Transportation and learn about their revitalization programs.00:00 Introduction00:59 Our guest: Eileen Collins Turvey02:35 Winning the APTA Innovation Award04:39 The Instacart Program: Concept and Implementation05:59 Challenges and Solutions10:47 Program Impact and Future Prospects13:18 The Broader Vision for Paratransit18:26 Final Thoughts19:44 Coming up next week on Transit UnpluggedTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.comHost: Paul ComfortProducer: Paul ComfortEditor and Writer: Tris HusseyExecutive Producer: Julie GatesSpecial thanks to:Brand design: Tina OlagundoyeSocial Media: Tatyana MechkarovaMarketing content, Transit Unplugged Newsletter, & transit puns: Tris HusseyIf you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.Follow us on social media: LinkedIn - Twitter - Threads- Instagram - FacebookSign up for the Transit Unplugged NewsletterDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This...

A customer survey conducted earlier this year by TriMet found that about half of riders don't feel safe using public transit in Portland. But TriMet has quadrupled its safety budget in recent years, and both calls for police assistance and operator assaults are down. So is riding the bus and MAX actually getting safer? Today, we're talking with Andrew Wilson, TriMet's executive director of safety and security. He's updating us on what the transit agency is doing not only to keep its riders safe but also to change the perception of safety on our city's transit system. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 26 episode: Forrit Credit Union Beaver State Market Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get cozy and listen and/or watch the latest chat between BikePortland Editor and Publisher Jonathan Maus (hi, that's me!) and Bike Loud Board Chair and former bike shop owner Eva Frazier.Here's a taste of this week's banter and helpful links:What's up with all the leaves in bike lanes and why the issue is challenging for advocates.How'd She Get There? OMSI to Gateway Green: Eva and I discuss the best bike route from Central Eastside to Gateway.Cranksgiving is this Sunday! Eva will be there helping organize.My impressions of TriMet's new ramp at Hollywood Transit Center — which is not a "bike ramp" because that is "ableist ideology".Bike Happy Hour promo - And yes we're meeting next week 11/27 even though it's a "blacked out" holiday week.Bike shop news updates and the new "Secret" bike shop on Hawthorne from the inimitable Starmichael Bowman.How the Tillamook/Hancock neighborhood greenway works through a plaza in HollywoodOur frustration with the new signal on NE Going and Martin Luther King Jr. BlvdWhat's up with the bumpy pavement on Tillamook and Ankeny greenways?!KGW called out drivers parking in bike lanes!*BikePortland: Community Journalism Since 2005*Latest news on our website (aka "blog"): https://bikeportland.org/ Subscribe and support: https://bikeportland.org/supportFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bikeportland/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bikeportland.bsky.social Listen to our podcast: https://bikeportland.org/cats/podcast

In this week's poll, Clark County residents weigh in on TriMet's demands for light rail as part of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. Should light rail be prioritized to improve public transportation and reduce congestion, or should alternative solutions be explored? Have your say at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-believe-trimets-demands-for-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-project-including-the-addition-of-light-rail-are-justified on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #TriMet #InterstateBridge #LightRail #PublicTransportation #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews

Welcome to this week's top stories from Clark County! In this episode, we cover the third debate between Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Joe Kent, as both candidates for Washington's 3rd Congressional District address key issues impacting Southwest Washington. They sparred over topics like economic recovery, healthcare, and local infrastructure, leaving voters to decide who has the stronger vision for the future. Will Joe Kent's focus on national security and immigration win over voters, or will Gluesenkamp Perez's emphasis on strengthening local economies be the deciding factor? We also dive into the latest developments surrounding TriMet's demands for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project, including the push for light rail. As TriMet management defends these requests, local leaders and residents are raising questions about whether these demands are justified. What do you think—are TriMet's light rail plans necessary for the future of transportation, or are they going too far? In other news, don't forget to participate in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill this Thursday! This annual drill helps everyone practice earthquake safety and be prepared for when the next big one hits. We'll talk about how you can get involved and why this drill is so important. On a more somber note, we cover the emotional tribute from Skyview High School's football team to a teammate who passed away this week. The team dedicated their recent game to his memory, showing the strength of community and solidarity among teammates. Plus, we'll take a look back at Coach Steve Kizer's incredible career as he announces his retirement after this season. We also have updates on gas prices in Vancouver, with Let's Go Washington once again rolling back prices, giving residents a break at the pump. And volunteers are making a difference through the “Pick It Up, Vancouver!” initiative, helping to keep our city clean and beautiful. Finally, don't miss the chance to meet the candidates running in the upcoming General Election at the Candidate Fair. It's the perfect opportunity to hear directly from the individuals who will shape the future of our local, state, and federal government. For more on these stories and other local news, visit ClarkCountyToday.com and follow us on social media for all the latest updates! https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/marie-gluesenkamp-perez-and-joe-kent-debate-for-the-third-time https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bridge-management-defends-trimets-excessive-demands-for-project https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-believe-trimets-demands-for-the-interstate-bridge-replacement-project-including-the-addition-of-light-rail-are-justified - https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/the-great-shakeout-earthquake-drill-scheduled-for-thursday https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/lets-go-washington-rolls-back-gas-prices-in-vancouver-again https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/volunteers-step-up-to-pick-it-up-vancouver https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/skyview-football-team-honors-teammate-who-died-this-week https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/end-of-an-era-skyview-football-coach-steve-kizer-to-retire-after-this-season https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-approves-agreement-for-ccso-to-provide-law-enforcement-services-to-la-center https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/candidate-fair-to-include-federal-state-nov-5-general-election-candidates #MarieGluesenkampPerez #JoeKent #TriMet #InterstateBridgeReplacement #LightRail #GreatShakeOut #LetsGoWashington #PickItUpVancouver #SkyviewFootball #SteveKizer #ClarkCountyWa #LaCenter #Election2024 #localnews #WashingtonStateNews #PoliticalDebates #InterstateBridgeProject #LocalElections #GreatShakeOut #VancouverWA #ClarkCountyNews #CommunityEvents #LocalPolitics #localsports www.ClarkCountyToday.com https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/

TriMet ridership has struggled to recover from the significant decline caused by the pandemic. In this episode, we examine the current state of ridership trends and the potential for future growth in public transportation. Learn more by visiting https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bridge-management-defends-trimets-excessive-demands-for-project on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. Hashtags: #TriMet #publictransit #ridershipdecline #transportationtrends #Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #localnews

Orchards resident Bryan White shares his thoughts on Portland's TriMet ridership, arguing that low-capacity trains shouldn't impact Clark County's transportation future. Read his letter to the editor at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-portland-quietly-admitting-that-trimets-ridership-is-too-low-to-be-worth-running-full-capacity-trains/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #TriMetRidership #ClarkCounty #MAXTrains #Transportation #LightRailOpposition #FreewayTolls #HiddenTaxes #Orchards #LocalNews #ClarkCountyWa

Today on City Cast Portland, we're talking about the bonanza of traffic violations that two leading mayoral candidates have on their records, the campaign contribution swapping that most of our city candidates are engaged in, and the spike in fare evasion on TriMet's MAX trains. Joining executive producer John Notarianni on this week's Friday news roundup are Jake Weigler, a Portland political strategist and partner at the consulting firm Praxis, and our very own producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Carmen Rubio, a Leading Candidate for Portland Mayor, Racked Up 150 Parking, Traffic Violations, 6 Driver's License Suspensions [Oregonian

Today on the show the guys are joined by John Simmerman of Active Towns to talk about the key ingredients to active mobility. Other topics include the Idaho stop, Trimet expansions and free parking at hospitals.Active Towns: https://www.youtube.com/@ActiveTownsSend us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks: Idaho Stop: https://today.oregonstate.edu/news/bicycle-rolling-stop-laws-don%E2%80%99t-lead-unsafe-behavior-riders-or-motorists-research-shows Winnipeg Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQRDSVn-Akw Hospital parking: https://tinyurl.com/ymbv4v5d

Starting in September, HB 4002 will go into effect and will recriminalize possession of small amounts of controlled substances. Portland’s public transportation agency TriMet is hopeful this could bring changes to the system that has faced a number of challenges in recent years, including a historic driver shortage, increased assaults on operators and more. Since 2021, TriMet has been stepping up its enforcement efforts, and in July of this year, it began increasing enforcement of fares and other rules. Andrew Wilson is the agency’s chief safety officer and its executive director of safety and security. He joins us to share more.

Discover the intriguing cost details surrounding TriMet's demand for 19 light rail vehicles for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program in this Clark County Today story. Read the full article at https://tinyurl.com/4u4j36jb on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #TriMet #MAXlightRail #IBRcosts #VancouverWa #Transportation #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

TriMet's “A Better Red” MAX line extension is almost complete, offering improved service to Washington County and Portland International Airport. This $215 million project adds a 10-mile extension, new tracks, and a revamped Gateway Transit Center. Discover what this means for public transportation and Clark County residents by reading the full story at https://tinyurl.com/vzttvr5s. #TriMet #RedLineExtension #MAXTrain #PDXAirport #GatewayTransitCenter #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Good morning, Clark County! In today's Morning Rundown: TriMet's “A Better Red” line extension is nearing completion, Fort Vancouver High School introduces new football coach Will Ephraim, a water and sewer leak closes Salmon Creek Greenway, a two-vehicle collision in Vancouver required heavy extrication, and a missing child was safely found at Lake Merwin. Stay informed and start your day with Clark County Today! https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/ #TriMet #RedLineExtension #MAXTrain #PDXAirport #FortVancouverHighSchool #SalmonCreek #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews #PublicTransportation #EmergencyResponse #CommunitySafety #Football

Story into audio "Cash is king" in the world of business, and the latest reports show a stark contrast between C-TRAN and TriMet. C-TRAN has been boosting its cash reserves, while TriMet is on track to deplete nearly $1 billion over the next decade. This story by John Ley for Clark County Today examines the financial health and ridership trends of these two transit agencies. C-TRAN's recent Annual Report highlights an increase in demand response services and overall boardings, while TriMet faces a significant decline in ridership and a projected cash shortfall. The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program and the associated costs for light rail expansion into Vancouver are also discussed. For more details, read the full story by John Ley for ClarkCountyToday.com here: https://tinyurl.com/53m2d8x7 .

Reagan is back in the Crosstabs studio but President Biden is out of the Presidential race. Bryan and Reagan discuss the impact of the Harris campaign on Oregon, congressional fundraising, media buying, the benefits of annual legislative sessions, and Tri-Met's anti-car agenda.Show Notes:* Harris For President “Let's win this.”* Kamala Harris for Arresting the People* Governor Andy Beshear drunk on a campaign Zoom* Oregon Democrats praise Biden, welcome his decision to drop out* Oregon Democrats lead in fundraising for competitive congressional districts* Manchin says he wouldn't serve as Harris VP* Gov. Kotek proposes three steps to increase state school fund by a half-billion dollars* Car flipped upside down, driver trapped inside after crash with MAX in East Portland This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.crosstabs.studio

Podcast: Secure Tracks: Rail Tech Security Conversations Episode: Bridging Expertise: From IT Foundations to OT Triumphs in Rail CybersecurityPub date: 2024-05-15In this episode of Secure Tracks, Miki Shifman delves into bridging knowledge between IT and OT in transit cybersecurity with Mark Johnston, CISO of TriMet. Mark Johnston shares his enlightening journey from a seasoned IT security career to leading OT security initiatives at TriMet. Discover the challenges, innovations, and triumphs involved in integrating these critical technologies to enhance the safety and reliability of public transit systems. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Cylus, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Secure Tracks: Rail Tech Security Conversations Episode: Bridging Expertise: From IT Foundations to OT Triumphs in Rail CybersecurityPub date: 2024-05-15In this episode of Secure Tracks, Miki Shifman delves into bridging knowledge between IT and OT in transit cybersecurity with Mark Johnston, CISO of TriMet. Mark Johnston shares his enlightening journey from a seasoned IT security career to leading OT security initiatives at TriMet. Discover the challenges, innovations, and triumphs involved in integrating these critical technologies to enhance the safety and reliability of public transit systems. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Cylus, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

On February 22, the Joint Committee on Transportation of the Oregon Legislature unanimously approved SB 1572, which would appropriate $250,000 to ODOT to study the feasibility of extending TriMet's Westside Express Service (WES) train from Wilsonville to Salem. The committee did this despite the fact that average daily ridership on WES was down to 370 in January. With so few riders, the average operations cost per ride was $118. By comparison, the average operations cost per ride for TriMet's frequent bus service in January was $6.68, and $9.35 for light rail. WES opened in 2009 and runs from Beaverton to Wilsonville. Service is limited to weekdays, and only during peak hours. Trains arrive every 45 minutes. The peak year for WES ridership was 2014, when it averaged 2,010 boardings in January. Since then, ridership has dropped by 82%. SB 1572 now sits in the Legislative Ways and Means Committee, awaiting approval of the $250,000 budget request. We don't need a 10-month study to decide that extending commuter rail to Salem is a poor use of taxpayer funds. Lawmakers should let the bill die a quiet death. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcascade/message

Nat West is known as "Reverend Nat", the name of the successful cider business he built over the past 12 years. Now a part-time TriMet bus driver, West wants to represent City Council District 2 (N/NE) on Portland's new 12-member city council. In this episode, we talked about:All the bikes Nat has owned throughout his life.His adventures collecting apples for his ciders by bike. How defending a friend's business trademark against the City of Portland lit his fire for political activism. His experiences as a regular participant in the George Floyd protests in Summer of 2020, and why he would do it all over again — even though he and his daughter were seriously injured by police munitions.How he'll balance activism and idealism with the realities of political office.Why he feels small businesses are worth fighting for.Why he thinks PBOT should focus more on maintenance and less on "shiny new infrastructure."His views on what's wrong (and right) with policing and how he'd reform the Portland Police Bureau. And of course we talk about cider and much more!Links:Nat West for Portland campaign website

In this episode, I spoke with Ozzie Gonzalez, Principal and Owner of P3 Consulting, (people, planet, profit) about his fascinating journey from architecture into environmental consulting. Ozzie has applied his architecture skills to help companies develop sustainability policies and embed social responsibility into their work.  We discuss how Ozzie got started in green building, and expanded into broader corporate strategy during the recession. He shared great insights on working with clients ready for bold change and bringing more creativity into consulting.I appreciated Ozzie's perspective on creating rich human experiences through his work. It was wonderful to hear how he lives out his values while guiding organizations to address problems in new ways.Highlights:Ozzie was drawn to architecture as a way to create better human habitats after studying environmental science. He was especially interested in sustainability from the start of his career.He started by doing green building consulting for architecture firms before transitioning into teaching sustainability courses during the 2008 recession.Ozzie helped develop sustainability policies and standards for global manufacturing companies, allowing him to have impact beyond individual buildings.He looks for companies talking boldly about sustainability goals but struggling to meet them as potential clients.Ozzie aims to bring creativity into his consulting process through music, art, and playful activities to spark innovation.His goal now is helping people have the fullest human experience possible through his work.Guest Bio:Ozzie is an artist, a problem solver, and a change agent. Trained as an Environmental Scientist and as an Architect, Ozzie has spent his 25-year career journey dedicated to advancing the practice of sustainable and equitable development in communities throughout the US and Latin America. Using his background in the performing arts, Ozzie utilizes story, music, and narrative style to humanize even the most technical subject matter and capture the imaginations of clients and audiences alike.Ozzie has worked in the construction and design industry throughout his career. He has been involved in sustainable design projects, equitable contracting, and now owns his own consulting practice dedicated to helping clients implement strategies to confront the challenges posed by changes in technology, policy, and culture. In addition to running his own consulting practice—P3 Consulting—Ozzie serves as the Board President for Trimet, Portland's regional transportation authority.And if you're in Portland, Oregon, you can find Ozzie at the Trio Club on Tuesdays leading open mics and playing music! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Bookmark this episode for loads of Portland Oregon a.k.a. PDX Tips Oregon Cider Week and CiderCon 2024 are all converging in PDX and this episodes has all the tips you need arrive and hit the ground running. Portland resident Sean Connolly, who is also known as Cider Experience on Instragram and Facebook has delivered big time with tons of tips and insider knowlege to help everyone feel like a local. Sean Connolly In this Cider Chat on PDX Tips Temperature Highs 47 degrees 50/50 chance of rain or sunny Bring layers What to wear Jeans and plaids work Casual dress code and functional PDX Tips to look like a local: Loose the umbrella and let your hair get wet! When using an umbrella, it is obvious you are from out of town! Transportation Airport (PDX) to CiderCon – The Met Red line is not in service beginning January 14th. Service will be still provided via shuttle buses which will take a bit longer than the 30 minute ride. It is still a great deal at $2.80 go to Trimet.org for more info Driving: Download Car Parking App: Parking Kitty  Bicycles for Rent in PDX Nike Launch a travel by bike – https://biketownpdx.com/ There are lots of bike lanes Spring Water Corridor runs the length of the Willamette River approximately 7-8 miles Need Tech help or supplies? The Lloyd Center is close by and in old town Portland there is a full service Apple Stor PDX Tips for purchases: There is no Sales Taxes in Oregon Restaurants near CiderCon Red Robin Spanish Tapas Noble Rot – beautiful views of the city Big Pink – City Grill on 33rd floor with great views  Sizzle Side Pizza Spirit of 77 Seas recommends for good pub faire Grocery stores by Hyatt Safeway approximately 3/4 mile Trader Joes about 4 miles away in the Hollywood district Karaoke Ambassador PDX Bar and Lounge  Alibi PDX The Baby Ketten Club PDX Tips: The city is Food Trucks heaven – Look for “Food Cart Pods” via Travel Portland ‘s online food cart finder Cider Cider Locations closest to Hyatt and Oregon Convention Center Schilling Cider House – a wide range of taps approx 1 Mile from the Hyatt Spirit of 777 Tap take over Pizza Thief – the tap Lil Spirits – a block and half from Convention Center – tap takeovers – 437 NE Lloyd Blvd Portland, OR 97232 The Place PDX – A cider bar will be hosting multiple cider events In Pearl District on west side of river Cider Bite – splits taps between sweet and dry Portland Cider Company  – 35 taps  Locations in Oregon City and Beavertown  Swift Cider is located in the north side of town Bring Cider or Beer Home The Place PDX – buy bottles to go John's Marketplace big collection of both cider and beer – 3560 SE Powell Blvd -Portland, OR  McMenamins has a large selections New Seasons Market Pick up cider and beer at the Portland International Airport Look for Made in Oregon Store in airport  Sean's PDX Tips for Fun in Portland Walk by the River Forest Park: The largest urban park in the country Mount Tabor Park Hopscotch – light and music theme area, high sensory experience (take an hour to enjoy) Dance: McMenamims at Lola's Room Relax and Soak at McMenamims Soaking Pool or Common Ground Wellness Center PDX Tips for Cannabis: Oregon Legalized Cannabis in 2015. There are 5 dispensaries around the hotel conference center. Look up: WhatsLegalOregon.com Mentions in this Cider Chat CiderCon 2024 January 15-19th, 2024 Portland Oregon Artisans by Cider Summit| Portland, Oregon January 20, 2024 Oregon Cider Week January 13-20th, 2024 Totally Cider Tours – France – listen to past episodes and get on the wait list for the 2024 tour!

Olivia Clark has worked in state, local, and regional politics and policy for decades, including stints working with cities, DEQ, the Kitzhaber Administration, and TriMet. In this episode, she reflects on how her previous work will inform her approach as a Portland City Councilor. We discuss her work for Gov. Kitzhaber, the challenges she navigated in that period, and why she stayed for nearly two full terms.    Olivia also offers her explanation for what went wrong in Portland over the last decade or two--and what can be done to fix it. She gives her vision for making the layers of government work together more effectively, and how she would approach the job of councilor in this new form of government. 

After several recent attacks on TriMet passengers, the transportation agency has invested millions in hiring private security officers. In addition, it will fund a prosecutor at the Multnomah County DA’s office to focus on TriMet crimes. The agency also recently announced the results of a study that found trace amounts of fentanyl on public transit surfaces in amounts that were not dangerous to the public. Meanwhile, TriMet ridership is down nearly 40%, and the agency plans to increase fares by 12%. We talk to TriMet Chief Safety Officer Andrew Wilson and Rob Hendrickson, medical toxicologist at OHSU.