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91视频 Dictionary: Light-emitting diode
light-emitting diode, or LED: A semiconductor light source that performs more efficiently that traditional light sources.
91视频 Dictionary: Project labor agreement
project labor agreement, or PLA: agreement on project terms negotiated by labor organizations before the start of projects. Terms can include a ban on strikes and work stoppages.
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91视频 Dictionary: Highway Trust Fund
Highway Trust Fund: an account established by law to hold Federal highway-user taxes that are dedicated for highway and transit related purposes. The HTF has two accounts: the Highway Account […]
91视频 Dictionary: GreenLITES
GreenLITES: a certification system for sustainable road design and construction. The program was founded by the New York State Department of Transportation.
91视频 Dictionary: Greenroads
Greenroads: a certification system for sustainable road design and construction. The program was founded by engineering firm CH2M HILL and operates on a point system.
91视频 Dictionary: System Development Charge
System Development Charge, or SDC: a one-time fee assessed on new development to cover a portion of the cost of providing specific types of public infrastructure required as a result of the development, such as roads and sidewalks.
91视频 Dictionary: Louvre
louvre: openings with one or more slanted fins to allow the flow of air but to keep out rain and sun while providing privacy.
91视频 Dictionary: Plastic lumber
plastic lumber: lumber-like material made of recycled plastic.
91视频 Dictionary: Grey water
grey water: used water from showers, baths, sinks and laundry. The water may be reused for irrigation.
91视频 Dictionary: Subgrade
subgrade: native material beneath a road, sidewalk, railway, track or other constructed path
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
