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A survey shows 76% of Portland-area residents support ODOT’s project
For immediate release: September 19, 2022
Contact: Jenny Cherrytree, (503) 307-3729, jenny.cherrytree@odot.oregon.gov
PORTLAND – ODOT will share results from a public opinion survey conducted this summer to the Historic Albina Advisory Board during their meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m.
The survey found support for the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project is strong. More than three-quarters (76%) support the project, including a third (30%) who strongly support the project.
Key survey findings include:
- Nearly 9 in 10 (86%) respondents say it is important to undertake a project to address traffic and congestion in the Rose Quarter.
- 86% believe shoulders for disabled vehicles to move out of traffic and for emergency responder use are a good idea.
- 81% believe auxiliary lanes to allow drivers to enter and exit the highway without merging through traffic are a good idea.
- Strong majorities also believe that new bike and pedestrian paths, building a highway cover, and a ramp relocation are good ideas.
- Respondents were shown short statements about the goals of the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. 86% agreed it is important to "Improve safety, manage congestion, improve travel time reliability, provide multiple transportation options, and connect communities and job centers across the region."
- About a third of respondents feel traffic has gotten worse in the Rose Quarter compared to pre-pandemic levels and more than half feel it is likely to get worse.
The survey of 624 adults in Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties was conducted online June 13-21, 2022. The margin of error for a survey of 624 interviews is ±3.9% at the 95% confidence level for each individual sample.
The Historic Albina Advisory Board meeting can be viewed via livestream at this link Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m.: https://youtu.be/7gujCv0o4wA
About the project
The I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project is a part of the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Urban Mobility Strategy, a cohesive approach to make everyday travel safer and more efficient in the Portland metropolitan area. ODOT is committed to supporting a safer and more inclusive Albina community, making local, regional, national and international travel more predictable and reducing frequent crashes on the I-5 corridor. The project will also support Oregon’s economy and create new community connections and opportunities. Learn more about the project and sign up for email updates at: www.I5RoseQuarter.org
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