en-ushttp://www.oregonmetro.gov/newsNews releases from Metro News release: Oct. 20, 2009 - New grant program provides cities, counties resources to prepare land for development, achieve shared goals of 2040 Growth Concept http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31663 2009-11-06T15:56:03-08:00 News News release: Oct. 28. 2009 - The boat launch at Metro's M. James Gleason Boat Ramp will be closed Nov. 1 through Feb.28 for the third phase of construction to rebuild the aging facility. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31761 2009-11-02T14:12:31-08:00 News News release: April 22, 2009 - The Metro Council released a report that says town centers and transportation corridors are among the most affordable places to live in the region and that additional investments in affordable housing will be necessary. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30235 2009-10-27T12:06:42-08:00 News Metro news release: Oct. 22, 2009 - As a way to raise awareness about the significance of global climate change, the Metro Council has passed a resolution calling for October 24 as an international Day of Climate Action. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31698 2009-10-22T15:56:22-08:00 News News release: Oct. 21, 2009 - Myron Orfield, a nationally recognized expert in metropolitan equity issues, will lead regional discussions on the Metro Council’s goal of ensuring equal distribution of the benefits and burdens of regional growth. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31678 2009-10-22T10:25:34-08:00 News News release: Sept. 30, 2009 - The Oregon Department of Transportation has awarded almost $1.5 million to Metro for the final design and construction of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge that will connect Pier Park to Chimney Park in North Portland. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31522 2009-10-02T13:37:02-08:00 News News release: Sept. 24, 2009 - TPAC provides technical input on transportation planning and funding priorities for the Portland metropolitan region. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31479 2009-09-24T13:06:53-08:00 News News release: Sept. 15, 2009 - The urban growth boundary can contain growth forecast for the next 20 years, but only if effective, efficient actions are taken by local governments, says a report issued today by Metro's chief operating officer. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31406 2009-09-17T19:08:50-08:00 News News release: Sept. 16, 2009 - The streets will be paved with green Friday, Sept. 18 as dozens of groups come together to create parks in public parking spaces around the region. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31421 2009-09-17T13:29:13-08:00 News Read Metro news releases, find a media contact, subscribe to newsletters and learn about emerging issues. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/24204 2009-09-15T12:41:40-08:00 News News release: Aug. 31, 2009 - Helping the region's wildlife through transportation design, Metro has released a completely revamped edition of its guidebook Wildlife Crossings: Providing Safe Passage for Wildlife. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31280 2009-08-31T17:20:57-08:00 News News release: Aug. 18, 2009 - The Metro Council announced $1,003,000 in grants for programs that will improve water quality, support local wildlife and increase access to nature for residents. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31199 2009-08-19T15:58:29-08:00 News News release: July 29, 2009 - Metro's ever-popular Walk There! guide won several international awards at the annual Environment Systems Research Institute International User Conference held earlier this month in San Diego. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/31024 2009-07-31T14:45:31-08:00 News News release: July 24, 2009 - Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski signed into law the nation's first program requiring paint manufacturers to safely manage leftover latex and oil-based paint from consumer and contractor painting jobs. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30999 2009-07-27T18:07:18-08:00 News News release: July 27, 2009 - During these sweltering temperatures, Metro's "hot spots" are offering the region some unique ways to cool off while still enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30997 2009-07-27T17:25:25-08:00 News News release: June 26, 2009 - The mission of the 15-member group is to promote a regional transportation strategy that includes trails and other facilities that encourage residents to take a more active role in getting around. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30925 2009-07-27T15:27:51-08:00 News News release: Dec. 18, 2008 - Metro Chief Operating Officer Michael Jordan has extended the contract of the Oregon Convention Center Headquarters Hotel project development team an additional four months. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30771 2009-07-20T17:40:43-08:00 News Current and past Metro news releases, sorted by date and year. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/170 2009-07-20T17:32:39-08:00 News News release: June 15, 2009 - The Metro Council has sent $35,000 to North Portland projects in a stimulus package earmarked for neighborhood improvements. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30640 2009-06-26T10:16:21-08:00 News News release: June 25, 2009 - In a groundbreaking collaboration to keep more reusable paint out of landfills, Metro has teamed with Portland-based Miller Paint Co. Inc. to carry MetroPaint recycled latex in all of the retailer's 20 Portland-area stores. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/index.cfm/go/by.web/id/30737 2009-06-25T15:34:25-08:00 News