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Blog: Congress kicks the can on Highway Trust Fund
Congress’ passage of a $10.9 billion extension of the federal Highway Trust Fund through May was not the worst thing it could have done to create uncertainty among transportation leaders […]
On the road to 3-D bid plans
Oregon Department of Transportation engineers next year will begin releasing bid documents in 3-D.
ODOT, contractor finalize tunnel project settlement
The Oregon Department of Transportation and Aumsville-based contractor Capital Concrete Construction have agreed to terminate the contract for the $9.4 million Salt Creek Falls Tunnel project.
Fewer federal transportation dollars heading to Oregon
Oregon will start receiving smaller payments from the Federal Highway Trust Fund starting in August, according to the state's interpretation of federal changes announced recently.
Salem bridge design options narrowed
A committee overseeing the project to build a third bridge over the Willamette River in Salem is closer to choosing a design.
Oregon road user fee questions remain
Many unknowns exist as to how the Oregon Department of Transportation's innovative Road Usage Charge Program will look when it is up and running July 1, 2015.
ODOT planning gaps found via state audit
While the Oregon Department of Transportation prepares for an anticipated nosedive in federal funding, it isn't handling 'realities of today,' a state audit found.
Drop in transportation funding affecting contractors
State and federal dollars for transportation projects are dwindling, and contractors are noticing. Plus, the situation may worsen.
Transportation issues examined in Depoe Bay
Oregon Department of Transportation officials last week joined Depoe Bay leaders for a walking tour of the city to discuss plans for improving access through it.
Women honored for efforts in transportation
Kristen Stallman, an Oregon Department of Transportation project manager, next week will be feted as "Woman of the Year" by the Portland chapter of WTS.
Volunteers creating park on vacant Cully property
A community service project initiated by the International Living Future Institute will transform a vacant lot in Northeast Portland's Cully neighborhood into a small park.
Newberg-Dundee Bypass contracts up for grabs
The first of two $50 million to $60 million contracts for the Newberg-Dundee Bypass project will open to bidding on June 5, an Oregon Department of Transportation official said this week.
News
- 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
