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August 2024 ///
We're seeing red 🔴🍉🌹🍎💄
🎉 "A Better Red" Extends MAX Red Line West to Serve 10 More Stations 🎉
Wow! It's been three years of construction, but the wait is finally over!
MAX Red Line now runs between Portland International Airport and Hillsboro Airport ✈️
Construction began in the fall of 2021, so it's been a while in the making. We celebrated the opening with giveaways at three stations. Thanks for coming out for the big day 🎉
And yes, we know you want the squishy trains for sale! We're working on revamping our online store and are hoping to have new merch up later this year.
⚡️ Electric Buses Energy ⚡️
A couple of our new GILLIG e-buses are already rolling on Line 9 between Gresham and NW Portland. Have you seen them?
The new buses have 33% more energy storage compared to the previous generation. That means longer trips with fewer stops for recharging!
By investing in green technologies, we're moving closer toward our goal of a zero-emissions bus fleet by 2040.
We’ll roll out more new e-buses on more lines in the coming weeks ⚡️🚌
🏎️ PDX Adult Soapbox Derby 🏎️
Wow! We were completely blown away by this bus created by riders Monica and Tony for the PDX Adult Soapbox Derby 👏
Just look at this cutie:
You can see the bus flying down the hills of Mt. Tabor here and here 🚌💨
🐣 The Interns 🐣
Our interns are doing some cool stuff! 😎
They recently got to see inside the Ruby Junction rail facility and learn how we operate and maintain our light rail vehicles.
They're learning about transit-oriented development, engineering, service planning, customer service and more as part of our intern program.
Want to intern with us? We'll share any news of open applications in the spring.
📑 Oregon's New Drug Law 📑
Oregon’s new drug law will improve safety on transit and in public spaces starting September 1.
The new law makes possession of hard drugs in public—including on our buses and trains, at stops, stations and transit centers—a misdemeanor offense.
The change in law gives police, prosecutors and treatment centers new tools to address this public health and safety issue.
Our Executive Director of Safety and Security, Andrew Wilson, recently went on OPB to discuss how we're increasing security and enforcement. Listen to the interview.
🎉 Giveaway 🎉
We're giving away these exclusive "Explore Portland" Hop cards! These were made to celebrate our beautiful city, a wonderful place to explore ❤️
Enter to win by Friday, September 20.
🚌 Rider Pro-Tip 🚌
Save us to your phone contacts!
503-238-7433
You can use that number to reach our security help desk 24/7 via text or call.
You can report security issues on transit like smoking, disruptive behavior or large items that are blocking aisles and doors.
If you see litter, slipping hazards or broken shelters, those issues can also be reported to our help desk.
Please note the bus/train number, line and station when submitting a report.
🗓️ Take TriMet to... 🗓️
Looking for things to do next month? Check out the events we're sponsoring around town that you can take transit to:
Sunday, September 8
🎉 Multicultural Kids Festival
This event will bring together kids and adults from different communities and provide an opportunity to explore cultures, taste different foods and learn about different traditions.
Time: 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Ventura City Park
460 SE 113th Ave, Portland
Monday, September 9
🚌 Truck Day
Come see big trucks (and buses) up close in the west parking lot! Ages 1-6 with family.
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Beaverton City Library
(West parking lot)
12375 SW Fifth St, Beaverton
Friday, September 13
Portland Welcoming Week
The week kicks off with the opening celebration at Ventura Park. The event will feature family-friendly fun and games, beautiful music, dazzling dances, delicious food and community building.
Time: 4 p.m.–8 p.m.
Location: Ventura Park
460 SE 113th Ave, Portland
Saturday, September 14
🎊 2024 Mid Autumn Festival
Experience a day filled with cultural performances, delicious food, unique merchandise and a beautiful lantern parade.
Time: 2 p.m.–10 p.m.
Location: Hong Phat Supercenter
4200 SE 82nd Ave, Portland
🥳 Fiesta Latina
Join us for a party in the park to celebrate Latino culture and heritage in North Clackamas! Come learn about diverse traditions through food, music and kids activities.
Time: 12 p.m.–4 p.m.
Location: North Clackamas Park
5440 SE Kellogg Creek Dr, Milwaukie
💃 El Grito Hillsboro
This family-friendly event features mariachi and ballet folklorico performances, Latin American food, artisanal vendors, community resources and more!
Time: 2 p.m.–7 p.m.
Location: Shute Park
750 SE 8th Ave, Hillsboro
September 16 and 17
🎊 El Grito Portland
Entertainment includes mariachi, dance, live music, activities for children, contests, food, artisanal vendors, community resources and more!
Time: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Location: Rose Quarter
1 N Center Ct, Portland
September 27 and 28
🐒 Zootoberfest (21+ event)
Welcome fall with more than 45 of the best breweries and cideries the Northwest has to offer. Enjoy live music and entertainment, keeper chats and more!
Delicious local food carts and food options will be available throughout the zoo — discover perfect culinary pairings for beer and cider.
Time: 5:30 pm.–9:30 p.m.
Location: Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland
🎥 Video of the Month 🎥
It's true—you can visit Multnomah Falls without a car!
Just take the Columbia Gorge Express from Gateway Transit Center 🚌
🎟 A single ride is $10, or you can grab an annual pass for $40 for unlimited rides to and from the Columbia River Gorge. The annual pass allows you to explore more destinations like Cascade Locks and Hood River without having to pay $10 for each ride. You can pay your fare with cash, buy it physically at select locations or purchase your pass online.
📅 The shuttle currently runs daily, 9 times per day, but will be changing to 7 trips per day schedule beginning on September 14th, 2024.
🔗 Route, schedules and ticket info
Thanks for reading! Stay cool this weekend 😎
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