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News highlights
Metro protects Chehalem Ridge Natural Area in the Tualatin Valley
Jan. 8, 2010 - Metro has purchased 1,143 acres of forestland in the Chehalem Mountains of the Tualatin Valley - the largest acquisition in the history of the Portland region’s two voter-approved natural area bond measures.
Help shape the Portland metropolitan region for years to come
Jan 6, 2010 - Metro and counties want residents to weigh in on which areas should grow and which should remain rural
Metro names new zoo director
Dec. 28, 2009 - Metro has announced that Kimberly A. Smith will serve as the Oregon Zoo's new director beginning March 1.
Metro offers updated construction recycling, sustainable gardening help
Dec. 9, 2009 - From recycling drywall to tackling pesky slugs without toxics, two new publications from Metro offer practical solutions and resources for waste reduction on the job or in the garden.
Metro chief recommends preserving urban growth boundary, investing in existing facilities, focusing on jobs
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.
Metro Council awards more than $1 million for nature in neighborhoods projects
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.