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Learn about applying for Northwest Portland community grants at info session Aug. 13

July 24, 2019 12:36 p.m.

A hands-on science learning opportunity for third graders on Sauvie Island.

Metro is hosting an information session for those interested in applying for community grants in Northwest Portland on August 13

Best of summer

July 12, 2019 1:02 p.m.

photo of Mount Hood from Broughton Beach

Parks and Nature staff members share their favorite summer destinations.

Metro Council, others condemn proposed housing rule changes

July 12, 2019 9:38 a.m.

Metro Council President Lynn Peterson and Councilor Juan Carlos Gonzalez walking through Oregon Zoo

This week the Metro Council joined others across Oregon to send a letter opposing a rule change proposed by Secretary Carson at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

¿Reciclar o No? Verificar la lista con este recurso nuevo en línea

July 9, 2019 4:05 p.m.

Plastic shopping bag, hamburger bun bag and toilet paper wrap

Bolsas de plástico. Cajas para alimentos congelados. Ninguno de estos artículos van en su contenedor de reciclaje. ¿Pero cómo puede estar seguro? Consulte la lista en ReciclarONo.org.

Recycle or Not? Check the list with this new online resource

July 9, 2019 4:02 p.m.

How do you know for sure what goes in the recycling bin - and what doesn't? Find out more about the new online resource that helps you Recycle or Not.

In Gilliam County visit, Metro Council inspects landfill and hears of the economic impact to rural Oregon

July 5, 2019 10:48 a.m.

Metro's landfill contract leads to $4.9 million in economic impact in Gilliam County, and the landfill provides 21 percent of the county's jobs.

Share your thoughts on Metro’s parks and nature content; enter to win $100 gift card

June 28, 2019 6:41 p.m.

photo of Our Big Backyard at Metro booth

Your opinion will help shape the way we communicate in the future and help us provide more relevant stories, information, social media and other content.

A snapshot of efforts to diversify greater Portland's construction industry

By Ambar Espinoza

June 26, 2019 4:54 p.m.

a group of women in construction gear, working as part of their pre-apprenticeship training program

Construction jobs have long promised a pathway into the middle class. In greater Portland, industry and regional leaders are leveraging resources to create career opportunities for people historically excluded from these careers.

KOIN 6 News | Metro hopes to clean up camps with bag program

June 19, 2019 3:55 p.m.

pictogram for Metro stories in the media

Metro launched the RID Patrol pilot in late 2018 with a goal of tackling the problem of garbage on public property.

Metro Central enhancement grant applications due Sept. 13

June 17, 2019 3:44 p.m.

Metro has almost $300,000 available for community enhancement grants to build vibrant communities, protect clean air and water, maintain healthy ecosystems and improve regional equity in Northwest Portland neighborhoods.

Garbage pick-up shines light on stories we can’t see

By Faith Cathcart

June 12, 2019 9:40 a.m.

A man empties a large white trash bag onto the ground to sort through its contents

Past challenges fuel compassion at work for Metro's RID Patrol crew leader

Bags provide garbage service to those without

By Faith Cathcart

June 12, 2019 9:30 a.m.

A man holding white Metro trash bags talks with outreach workers.

Metro’s Visitor Venues: Economic driver and employer of thousands

By Heather Back

April 8, 2019 3:26 p.m.

Aerial photo of solar array on the rooftop of the Oregon Convention Center

Portland’s most prominent visitor venues, operated by Metro, contributed $756.7 million to greater Portland’s economy in 2018, according to a report by Crossroads Consulting. The report said the Oregon Convention Center, Portland Expo Center, Oregon Zoo and Portland’5 Center for the Arts combined for 1,435 events, collectively which translated to $756.7 million in spending, 7,160 jobs and $26.5 million in tax revenue.

Organizations, school districts strategize, reach out to youth to advance equity in construction career pathways

By Cristle Jose

April 8, 2019 3:11 p.m.

woman talking to students at SEI trades fair

Union trade groups, community partners and schools are trying to change the negative perceptions about the trades and show students that construction is a viable and promising career path with good wages and benefits and skill development.

Joint letter from Metro Council President Lynn Peterson and Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler on Rose Quarter Improvement Project

April 5, 2019 1:16 p.m.

On April 4, 2019, Metro Council President Lynn Peterson and Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler sent a joint letter to Oregon Transportation Commission Chair Tammy Baney about the Rose Quarter Improvement Project.