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City Council, ODOT partner to advance I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project
The Portland City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved an ordinance to re-engage as a partner in the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project.
Delay hits I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project
The Federal Highway Administration recently rescinded a finding of 鈥渘o significant impact鈥� for the project.
Questions about I-5 Rose Quarter improvements linger
While the $1.2 billion project continues to draw criticism, the Oregon Department of Transportation is sticking to its plan.
Transportation group endorses I-5 project plan
Oregon Transportation Commission members voted unanimously to support the highway cover design concept for the Interstate 5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project.
Concerns about cost, racial justice remain for huge project
Advisory committees for the Interstate 5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project struggled to come to consensus Tuesday on a highway cover option for the project, which could cost more than $2 billion.
Brown signals support for I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown this week threw her support behind the beleaguered state effort to widen and modernize Interstate 5 through North Portland, calling for the project to advance.
Joint venture chosen for I-5 improvement project
The Oregon Department of Transportation has selected a construction manager/general contractor to lead a controversial Portland freeway expansion effort.
CM/GC sought for massive highway project
The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a construction manager/general contractor for a project intended to alleviate the traffic bottleneck on Interstate 5 through the Rose Quarter.
Oregon moves ahead with Rose Quarter improvements
The Oregon Transportation Commission voted to pursue an environmental assessment for a $795 million project to widen and improve Interstate 5 through Portland.
Group delays decision on I-5 improvements
The Oregon Transportation Commission will wait until January to decide how to move forward on a plan to widen Interstate 5 and redevelop portions of the surrounding neighborhood near Portland's Rose Quarter.
Portland’s big freeway battle
Critics are questioning the validity of the $450 million I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project.
Public hearing on tap for I-5 project plans
The Oregon Department of Transportation next month will hold a public hearing to receive testimony on exempting the massive I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project from normal competitive bidding procedures.
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- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
